Caterpillar D3B SA vs John Deere 4020
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The Caterpillar D3B SA and the John Deere 4020 deliver the same power: 101 HP.
- The Caterpillar D3B SA is the more recent model: production started in 1985, versus 1963 for the John Deere 4020.
Full specs comparison
| Caterpillar D3B SA | John Deere 4020 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 101 HP | 101 HP |
| Production years | 1985–1987 | 1963–1972 |
| Fuel | Diesel | Propane (LP) |
| Cylinders | 4 | 6 |
| Displacement | 5.2 L | 5.9 L |
| Drive | — | 2WD or 4WD |
| Transmission | Gear | Partial power shift |
| Gears (fwd/rev) | 5 / 4 | 8 / 2 |
| Rear lift capacity | — | 1 719 kg |
| Wheelbase | — | 247 cm |
| Length | — | 383 cm |
| Cab | — | Yes |