Ford 860 vs John Deere R

Side-by-side specs comparison

Ford 860

Ford 860

44 HP · 1954–1957

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John Deere R

John Deere R

43 HP · 1949–1954

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Verdict by the numbers

  • The Ford 860 is more powerful than the John Deere R: 44 HP versus 43 HP (+1 HP, +2%).
  • The Ford 860 is the more recent model: production started in 1954, versus 1949 for the John Deere R.

Full specs comparison

Ford 860John Deere R
Power44 HP43 HP
Production years1954–19571949–1954
Cylinders42
Displacement2.8 L6.8 L
Weight3 448 kg
Drive2WD2WD
TransmissionSynchronizedGear
Gears (fwd/rev)5 / 15 / 1
Rear lift capacity567 kg
Wheelbase190 cm217 cm
Length309 cm373 cm

Frequently asked questions

Which is more powerful, the Ford 860 or the John Deere R?

The Ford 860 is more powerful than the John Deere R: 44 HP versus 43 HP (+1 HP, +2%).

Which is more recent, the Ford 860 or the John Deere R?

The Ford 860 is the more recent model: production started in 1954, versus 1949 for the John Deere R.

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