CaseIH C50 vs John Deere 1040

Side-by-side specs comparison

CaseIH C50

CaseIH C50

53 HP · 1998–2002

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John Deere 1040

John Deere 1040

53 HP · 1980–1987

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Verdict by the numbers

  • The CaseIH C50 and the John Deere 1040 deliver the same power: 53 HP.
  • The CaseIH C50 is the more recent model: production started in 1998, versus 1980 for the John Deere 1040.
  • The John Deere 1040 offers a higher rear lift capacity: 1835 kg versus 1662 kg.

Full specs comparison

CaseIH C50John Deere 1040
Power53 HP53 HP
Production years1998–20021980–1987
FuelDieselDiesel
Cylinders33
Displacement2.7 L2.9 L
Weight2 770 kg
Drive2WD or 4WD2WD or 4WD
TransmissionPartial power shiftGear
Gears (fwd/rev)8 / 48 / 4
Rear lift capacity1 662 kg1 835 kg
Wheelbase205 cm204 cm
Length350 cm
CabYes

Frequently asked questions

Which is more powerful, the CaseIH C50 or the John Deere 1040?

The CaseIH C50 and the John Deere 1040 deliver the same power: 53 HP.

Which is more recent, the CaseIH C50 or the John Deere 1040?

The CaseIH C50 is the more recent model: production started in 1998, versus 1980 for the John Deere 1040.

Which has the higher lift capacity, the CaseIH C50 or the John Deere 1040?

The John Deere 1040 offers a higher rear lift capacity: 1835 kg versus 1662 kg.

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