Ford 8N vs John Deere 946

Side-by-side specs comparison

Ford 8N

Ford 8N

30 HP · 1947–1952

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John Deere 946

John Deere 946

30 HP · 1996–2003

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Verdict by the numbers

  • The Ford 8N and the John Deere 946 deliver the same power: 30 HP.
  • The John Deere 946 is the more recent model: production started in 1996, versus 1947 for the Ford 8N.
  • The John Deere 946 offers a higher rear lift capacity: 1000 kg versus 362 kg.

Full specs comparison

Ford 8NJohn Deere 946
Power30 HP30 HP
Production years1947–19521996–2003
FuelDistillateDiesel
Cylinders43
Displacement2 L1.5 L
Weight1 080 kg
Drive2WD4WD
TransmissionSynchronized
Gears (fwd/rev)4 / 112 / 4
Rear lift capacity362 kg1 000 kg
Wheelbase177 cm151 cm
Length292 cm274 cm

Frequently asked questions

Which is more powerful, the Ford 8N or the John Deere 946?

The Ford 8N and the John Deere 946 deliver the same power: 30 HP.

Which is more recent, the Ford 8N or the John Deere 946?

The John Deere 946 is the more recent model: production started in 1996, versus 1947 for the Ford 8N.

Which has the higher lift capacity, the Ford 8N or the John Deere 946?

The John Deere 946 offers a higher rear lift capacity: 1000 kg versus 362 kg.

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