John Deere 870 vs TYM T280
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The John Deere 870 and the TYM T280 deliver the same power: 28 HP.
- The TYM T280 is the more recent model: production started in 1991, versus 1989 for the John Deere 870.
- The TYM T280 is heavier: 1269 kg versus 1140 kg for the John Deere 870.
- The TYM T280 offers a higher rear lift capacity: 1020 kg versus 852 kg.
Full specs comparison
| John Deere 870 | TYM T280 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 28 HP | 28 HP |
| Production years | 1989–1998 | 1991–2001 |
| Fuel | — | Diesel |
| Cylinders | — | 3 |
| Displacement | 1.4 L | 1.5 L |
| Weight | 1 140 kg | 1 269 kg |
| Drive | 2WD or 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission | Synchronized | Synchronized |
| Gears (fwd/rev) | 9 / 3 | — |
| Rear lift capacity | 852 kg | 1 020 kg |
| Wheelbase | 171 cm | 160 cm |
| Length | 312 cm | 309 cm |