International Harvester 585 vs John Deere 1640

Side-by-side specs comparison

International Harvester 585

International Harvester 585

62 HP · 1981–1985

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John Deere 1640

John Deere 1640

62 HP · 1979–1987

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Verdict by the numbers

  • The International Harvester 585 and the John Deere 1640 deliver the same power: 62 HP.
  • The International Harvester 585 is the more recent model: production started in 1981, versus 1979 for the John Deere 1640.
  • The John Deere 1640 is heavier: 3360 kg versus 2900 kg for the International Harvester 585.
  • The John Deere 1640 offers a higher rear lift capacity: 3069 kg versus 1995 kg.

Full specs comparison

International Harvester 585John Deere 1640
Power62 HP62 HP
Production years1981–19851979–1987
FuelDieselDiesel
Cylinders44
Displacement3.4 L3.9 L
Weight2 900 kg3 360 kg
Drive2WD or 4WD2WD or 4WD
TransmissionSynchronized
Gears (fwd/rev)8 / 48 / 4
Rear lift capacity1 995 kg3 069 kg
Wheelbase215 cm227 cm
Length361 cm
CabYesYes

Frequently asked questions

Which is more powerful, the International Harvester 585 or the John Deere 1640?

The International Harvester 585 and the John Deere 1640 deliver the same power: 62 HP.

Which is more recent, the International Harvester 585 or the John Deere 1640?

The International Harvester 585 is the more recent model: production started in 1981, versus 1979 for the John Deere 1640.

Which is heavier, the International Harvester 585 or the John Deere 1640?

The John Deere 1640 is heavier: 3360 kg versus 2900 kg for the International Harvester 585.

Which has the higher lift capacity, the International Harvester 585 or the John Deere 1640?

The John Deere 1640 offers a higher rear lift capacity: 3069 kg versus 1995 kg.

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