Farmall Super M vs John Deere 1520
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The Farmall Super M and the John Deere 1520 deliver the same power: 51 HP.
- The John Deere 1520 is the more recent model: production started in 1968, versus 1952 for the Farmall Super M.
Full specs comparison
| Farmall Super M | John Deere 1520 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 51 HP | 51 HP |
| Production years | 1952–1954 | 1968–1972 |
| Fuel | Propane (LP) | Gasoline |
| Cylinders | 4 | 3 |
| Displacement | 4.3 L | 2.7 L |
| Weight | 2 541 kg | — |
| Drive | 2WD | 2WD |
| Transmission | Gear | Gear |
| Gears (fwd/rev) | 5 / 1 | 8 / 4 |
| Rear lift capacity | — | 1 043 kg |
| Wheelbase | 226 cm | 204 cm |
| Length | 341 cm | 314 cm |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the Farmall Super M or the John Deere 1520?
The Farmall Super M and the John Deere 1520 deliver the same power: 51 HP.
Which is more recent, the Farmall Super M or the John Deere 1520?
The John Deere 1520 is the more recent model: production started in 1968, versus 1952 for the Farmall Super M.

