John Deere 650 vs Satoh S550

Side-by-side specs comparison

John Deere 650

John Deere 650

17 HP · 1981–1988

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Satoh S550

Satoh S550

17 HP · 1972–1983

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Verdict by the numbers

  • The John Deere 650 and the Satoh S550 deliver the same power: 17 HP.
  • The John Deere 650 is the more recent model: production started in 1981, versus 1972 for the Satoh S550.

Full specs comparison

John Deere 650Satoh S550
Power17 HP17 HP
Production years1981–19881972–1983
FuelDieselGasoline
Cylinders24
Displacement0.9 L1 L
Weight648 kg
Drive2WD or 4WD2WD
TransmissionGearGear
Gears (fwd/rev)8 / 26 / 2
Rear lift capacity499 kg
Wheelbase142 cm149 cm
Length273 cm262 cm

Frequently asked questions

Which is more powerful, the John Deere 650 or the Satoh S550?

The John Deere 650 and the Satoh S550 deliver the same power: 17 HP.

Which is more recent, the John Deere 650 or the Satoh S550?

The John Deere 650 is the more recent model: production started in 1981, versus 1972 for the Satoh S550.

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