John Deere 1030 vs Yanmar Lx490
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The John Deere 1030 and the Yanmar Lx490 deliver the same power: 48 HP.
- The Yanmar Lx490 is the more recent model: production started in 2012, versus 1973 for the John Deere 1030.
- The John Deere 1030 is heavier: 2700 kg versus 1641 kg for the Yanmar Lx490.
- The John Deere 1030 offers a higher rear lift capacity: 1825 kg versus 1251 kg.
Full specs comparison
| John Deere 1030 | Yanmar Lx490 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 48 HP | 48 HP |
| Production years | 1973–1979 | 2012–2022 |
| Fuel | Diesel | Diesel |
| Cylinders | 3 | 4 |
| Displacement | 2.7 L | 2 L |
| Weight | 2 700 kg | 1 641 kg |
| Drive | 2WD | 4WD |
| Transmission | Gear | Shuttle |
| Gears (fwd/rev) | 8 / 4 | — |
| Rear lift capacity | 1 825 kg | 1 251 kg |
| Wheelbase | 204 cm | 189 cm |
| Length | 337 cm | 314 cm |