John Deere 1040 vs McCormick Intl C50

Side-by-side specs comparison

John Deere 1040

John Deere 1040

53 HP · 1980–1987

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McCormick Intl C50

McCormick Intl C50

53 HP · 2001–2003

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Verdict by the numbers

  • The John Deere 1040 and the McCormick Intl C50 deliver the same power: 53 HP.
  • The McCormick Intl C50 is the more recent model: production started in 2001, versus 1980 for the John Deere 1040.
  • The John Deere 1040 is heavier: 2770 kg versus 2420 kg for the McCormick Intl C50.
  • The John Deere 1040 offers a higher rear lift capacity: 1835 kg versus 1661 kg.

Full specs comparison

John Deere 1040McCormick Intl C50
Power53 HP53 HP
Production years1980–19872001–2003
FuelDieselDiesel
Cylinders33
Displacement2.9 L2.7 L
Weight2 770 kg2 420 kg
Drive2WD or 4WD2WD or 4WD
TransmissionGearSynchronized
Gears (fwd/rev)8 / 48 / 4
Rear lift capacity1 835 kg1 661 kg
Wheelbase204 cm
Length350 cm
CabYes

Frequently asked questions

Which is more powerful, the John Deere 1040 or the McCormick Intl C50?

The John Deere 1040 and the McCormick Intl C50 deliver the same power: 53 HP.

Which is more recent, the John Deere 1040 or the McCormick Intl C50?

The McCormick Intl C50 is the more recent model: production started in 2001, versus 1980 for the John Deere 1040.

Which is heavier, the John Deere 1040 or the McCormick Intl C50?

The John Deere 1040 is heavier: 2770 kg versus 2420 kg for the McCormick Intl C50.

Which has the higher lift capacity, the John Deere 1040 or the McCormick Intl C50?

The John Deere 1040 offers a higher rear lift capacity: 1835 kg versus 1661 kg.

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