Ford 741 vs John Deere 1030

Side-by-side specs comparison

Ford 741

Ford 741

48 HP · 1958–1962

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John Deere 1030

John Deere 1030

48 HP · 1973–1979

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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 741John Deere 1030
Power48 HP48 HP
Production years1958–19621973–1979
FuelDieselDiesel
Cylinders43
Displacement2.4 L2.7 L
Weight1 542 kg2 700 kg
Drive2WD2WD
TransmissionSynchronizedGear
Gears (fwd/rev)4 / 18 / 4
Rear lift capacity567 kg1 825 kg
Wheelbase216 cm204 cm
Length335 cm337 cm

Frequently asked questions

Which is more powerful, the Ford 741 or the John Deere 1030?

The Ford 741 and the John Deere 1030 deliver the same power: 48 HP.

Which is more recent, the Ford 741 or the John Deere 1030?

The John Deere 1030 is the more recent model: production started in 1973, versus 1958 for the Ford 741.

Which is heavier, the Ford 741 or the John Deere 1030?

The John Deere 1030 is heavier: 2700 kg versus 1542 kg for the Ford 741.

Which has the higher lift capacity, the Ford 741 or the John Deere 1030?

The John Deere 1030 offers a higher rear lift capacity: 1825 kg versus 567 kg.

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