Ford 741 vs John Deere 1030
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The Ford 741 and the John Deere 1030 deliver the same power: 48 HP.
- The John Deere 1030 is the more recent model: production started in 1973, versus 1958 for the Ford 741.
- The John Deere 1030 is heavier: 2700 kg versus 1542 kg for the Ford 741.
- The John Deere 1030 offers a higher rear lift capacity: 1825 kg versus 567 kg.
Full specs comparison
| Ford 741 | John Deere 1030 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 48 HP | 48 HP |
| Production years | 1958–1962 | 1973–1979 |
| Fuel | Diesel | Diesel |
| Cylinders | 4 | 3 |
| Displacement | 2.4 L | 2.7 L |
| Weight | 1 542 kg | 2 700 kg |
| Drive | 2WD | 2WD |
| Transmission | Synchronized | Gear |
| Gears (fwd/rev) | 4 / 1 | 8 / 4 |
| Rear lift capacity | 567 kg | 1 825 kg |
| Wheelbase | 216 cm | 204 cm |
| Length | 335 cm | 337 cm |