John Deere 1020 VU vs Minneapolis 20-40

Side-by-side specs comparison

John Deere 1020 VU

John Deere 1020 VU

44 HP · 1967–1972

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Minneapolis 20-40

Minneapolis 20-40

44 HP · 1914–1919

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Verdict by the numbers

  • The John Deere 1020 VU and the Minneapolis 20-40 deliver the same power: 44 HP.
  • The John Deere 1020 VU is the more recent model: production started in 1967, versus 1914 for the Minneapolis 20-40.
  • The Minneapolis 20-40 is heavier: 5443 kg versus 1710 kg for the John Deere 1020 VU.

Full specs comparison

John Deere 1020 VUMinneapolis 20-40
Power44 HP44 HP
Production years1967–19721914–1919
FuelDieselKerosene
Cylinders34
Displacement2.5 L11.9 L
Weight1 710 kg5 443 kg
Drive2WD2WD
TransmissionGearGear
Gears (fwd/rev)8 / 42 / 1
Wheelbase160 cm
Length309 cm424 cm

Frequently asked questions

Which is more powerful, the John Deere 1020 VU or the Minneapolis 20-40?

The John Deere 1020 VU and the Minneapolis 20-40 deliver the same power: 44 HP.

Which is more recent, the John Deere 1020 VU or the Minneapolis 20-40?

The John Deere 1020 VU is the more recent model: production started in 1967, versus 1914 for the Minneapolis 20-40.

Which is heavier, the John Deere 1020 VU or the Minneapolis 20-40?

The Minneapolis 20-40 is heavier: 5443 kg versus 1710 kg for the John Deere 1020 VU.

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