Claas 217 vs John Deere 5203

Side-by-side specs comparison

Claas 217

Claas 217

56 HP · 2004–2014

View full specs
John Deere 5203

John Deere 5203

56 HP · 2003–2008

View full specs

Verdict by the numbers

  • The Claas 217 and the John Deere 5203 deliver the same power: 56 HP.
  • The Claas 217 is the more recent model: production started in 2004, versus 2003 for the John Deere 5203.
  • The Claas 217 is heavier: 2620 kg versus 2107 kg for the John Deere 5203.
  • The Claas 217 offers a higher rear lift capacity: 3140 kg versus 1628 kg.

Full specs comparison

Claas 217John Deere 5203
Power56 HP56 HP
Production years2004–20142003–2008
Cylinders3
Displacement3.4 L2.9 L
Weight2 620 kg2 107 kg
Drive2WD or 4WD2WD or 4WD
TransmissionShuttle
Gears (fwd/rev)9 / 3
Rear lift capacity3 140 kg1 628 kg
Wheelbase207 cm204 cm
Length402 cm

Other comparisons