Cockshutt 30 vs John Deere 420

Side-by-side specs comparison

Cockshutt 30

Cockshutt 30

31 HP · 1946–1957

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John Deere 420

John Deere 420

31 HP · 1956–1958

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Verdict by the numbers

  • The Cockshutt 30 and the John Deere 420 deliver the same power: 31 HP.
  • The John Deere 420 is the more recent model: production started in 1956, versus 1946 for the Cockshutt 30.
  • The Cockshutt 30 is heavier: 1642 kg versus 1474 kg for the John Deere 420.

Full specs comparison

Cockshutt 30John Deere 420
Power31 HP31 HP
Production years1946–19571956–1958
FuelGasolinePropane (LP)
Cylinders42
Displacement2.5 L1.9 L
Weight1 642 kg1 474 kg
Drive2WD2WD
TransmissionGearSynchronized
Gears (fwd/rev)4 / 14 / 1
Length335 cm291 cm

Frequently asked questions

Which is more powerful, the Cockshutt 30 or the John Deere 420?

The Cockshutt 30 and the John Deere 420 deliver the same power: 31 HP.

Which is more recent, the Cockshutt 30 or the John Deere 420?

The John Deere 420 is the more recent model: production started in 1956, versus 1946 for the Cockshutt 30.

Which is heavier, the Cockshutt 30 or the John Deere 420?

The Cockshutt 30 is heavier: 1642 kg versus 1474 kg for the John Deere 420.

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