David Brown 3800 vs John Deere 1020

Side-by-side specs comparison

David Brown 3800

David Brown 3800

43 HP · 1968–1971

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John Deere 1020

John Deere 1020

43 HP · 1965–1973

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Verdict by the numbers

  • The David Brown 3800 and the John Deere 1020 deliver the same power: 43 HP.
  • The David Brown 3800 is the more recent model: production started in 1968, versus 1965 for the John Deere 1020.
  • The John Deere 1020 offers a higher rear lift capacity: 911 kg versus 725 kg.

Full specs comparison

David Brown 3800John Deere 1020
Power43 HP43 HP
Production years1968–19711965–1973
FuelGasolineDiesel
Cylinders33
Displacement2.4 L2.5 L
Weight1 762 kg
Drive2WD2WD
TransmissionGearGear
Gears (fwd/rev)6 / 28 / 4
Rear lift capacity725 kg911 kg
Wheelbase193 cm188 cm
Length293 cm305 cm

Frequently asked questions

Which is more powerful, the David Brown 3800 or the John Deere 1020?

The David Brown 3800 and the John Deere 1020 deliver the same power: 43 HP.

Which is more recent, the David Brown 3800 or the John Deere 1020?

The David Brown 3800 is the more recent model: production started in 1968, versus 1965 for the John Deere 1020.

Which has the higher lift capacity, the David Brown 3800 or the John Deere 1020?

The John Deere 1020 offers a higher rear lift capacity: 911 kg versus 725 kg.

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