John Deere 3005 vs Nichols-Shepard 25-50

Side-by-side specs comparison

John Deere 3005

John Deere 3005

27 HP · 2008–2012

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Nichols-Shepard 25-50

Nichols-Shepard 25-50

27 HP · 1913–1927

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Verdict by the numbers

  • The John Deere 3005 and the Nichols-Shepard 25-50 deliver the same power: 27 HP.
  • The John Deere 3005 is the more recent model: production started in 2008, versus 1913 for the Nichols-Shepard 25-50.

Full specs comparison

John Deere 3005Nichols-Shepard 25-50
Power27 HP27 HP
Production years2008–20121913–1927
FuelKerosene
Cylinders32
Displacement1.3 L25 L
Weight8 618 kg
Drive2WD or 4WD2WD
TransmissionGearGear
Gears (fwd/rev)8 / 2
Rear lift capacity369 kg
Wheelbase154 cm
Length223 cm505 cm

Frequently asked questions

Which is more powerful, the John Deere 3005 or the Nichols-Shepard 25-50?

The John Deere 3005 and the Nichols-Shepard 25-50 deliver the same power: 27 HP.

Which is more recent, the John Deere 3005 or the Nichols-Shepard 25-50?

The John Deere 3005 is the more recent model: production started in 2008, versus 1913 for the Nichols-Shepard 25-50.

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