Fordson Major vs John Deere 3005

Side-by-side specs comparison

Fordson Major

Fordson Major

27 HP · 1945–1952

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John Deere 3005

John Deere 3005

27 HP · 2008–2012

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Verdict by the numbers

  • The Fordson Major and the John Deere 3005 deliver the same power: 27 HP.
  • The John Deere 3005 is the more recent model: production started in 2008, versus 1945 for the Fordson Major.

Full specs comparison

Fordson MajorJohn Deere 3005
Power27 HP27 HP
Production years1945–19522008–2012
FuelDiesel
Cylinders63
Displacement4.7 L1.3 L
Weight1 968 kg
Drive2WD2WD or 4WD
TransmissionGearGear
Gears (fwd/rev)3 / 18 / 2
Rear lift capacity369 kg
Wheelbase195 cm154 cm
Length337 cm223 cm

Frequently asked questions

Which is more powerful, the Fordson Major or the John Deere 3005?

The Fordson Major and the John Deere 3005 deliver the same power: 27 HP.

Which is more recent, the Fordson Major or the John Deere 3005?

The John Deere 3005 is the more recent model: production started in 2008, versus 1945 for the Fordson Major.

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