John Deere 1040 vs New Holland Workmaster 50

Side-by-side specs comparison

John Deere 1040

John Deere 1040

53 HP · 1980–1987

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New Holland Workmaster 50

New Holland Workmaster 50

53 HP · 2015–2025

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Verdict by the numbers

  • The John Deere 1040 and the New Holland Workmaster 50 deliver the same power: 53 HP.
  • The New Holland Workmaster 50 is the more recent model: production started in 2015, versus 1980 for the John Deere 1040.
  • The John Deere 1040 is heavier: 2770 kg versus 2014 kg for the New Holland Workmaster 50.
  • The John Deere 1040 offers a higher rear lift capacity: 1835 kg versus 1500 kg.

Full specs comparison

John Deere 1040New Holland Workmaster 50
Power53 HP53 HP
Production years1980–19872015–2025
FuelDieselDiesel
Cylinders33
Displacement2.9 L2.2 L
Weight2 770 kg2 014 kg
Drive2WD or 4WD2WD or 4WD
TransmissionGearShuttle
Gears (fwd/rev)8 / 4
Rear lift capacity1 835 kg1 500 kg
Wheelbase204 cm244 cm
Length350 cm
CabYes

Frequently asked questions

Which is more powerful, the John Deere 1040 or the New Holland Workmaster 50?

The John Deere 1040 and the New Holland Workmaster 50 deliver the same power: 53 HP.

Which is more recent, the John Deere 1040 or the New Holland Workmaster 50?

The New Holland Workmaster 50 is the more recent model: production started in 2015, versus 1980 for the John Deere 1040.

Which is heavier, the John Deere 1040 or the New Holland Workmaster 50?

The John Deere 1040 is heavier: 2770 kg versus 2014 kg for the New Holland Workmaster 50.

Which has the higher lift capacity, the John Deere 1040 or the New Holland Workmaster 50?

The John Deere 1040 offers a higher rear lift capacity: 1835 kg versus 1500 kg.

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