John Deere 1040 vs Oliver 600
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The John Deere 1040 and the Oliver 600 deliver the same power: 53 HP.
- The John Deere 1040 is the more recent model: production started in 1980, versus 1962 for the Oliver 600.
- The John Deere 1040 is heavier: 2770 kg versus 1955 kg for the Oliver 600.
Full specs comparison
| John Deere 1040 | Oliver 600 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 53 HP | 53 HP |
| Production years | 1980–1987 | 1962–1964 |
| Fuel | Diesel | Diesel |
| Cylinders | 3 | 4 |
| Displacement | 2.9 L | 3 L |
| Weight | 2 770 kg | 1 955 kg |
| Drive | 2WD or 4WD | 2WD |
| Transmission | Gear | Gear |
| Gears (fwd/rev) | 8 / 4 | 6 / 2 |
| Rear lift capacity | 1 835 kg | — |
| Wheelbase | 204 cm | 194 cm |
| Length | 350 cm | 299 cm |
| Cab | Yes | — |