John Deere 1040 vs Long 530
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The John Deere 1040 and the Long 530 deliver the same power: 53 HP.
- The Long 530 is the more recent model: production started in 1999, versus 1980 for the John Deere 1040.
- The John Deere 1040 is heavier: 2770 kg versus 2091 kg for the Long 530.
- The John Deere 1040 offers a higher rear lift capacity: 1835 kg versus 1349 kg.
Full specs comparison
| John Deere 1040 | Long 530 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 53 HP | 53 HP |
| Production years | 1980–1987 | 1999–2001 |
| Fuel | Diesel | Diesel |
| Cylinders | 3 | 4 |
| Displacement | 2.9 L | 3.3 L |
| Weight | 2 770 kg | 2 091 kg |
| Drive | 2WD or 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission | Gear | Shuttle |
| Gears (fwd/rev) | 8 / 4 | — |
| Rear lift capacity | 1 835 kg | 1 349 kg |
| Wheelbase | 204 cm | 195 cm |
| Length | 350 cm | 347 cm |
| Cab | Yes | — |