John Deere 870 vs Zetor 2520
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The John Deere 870 is more powerful than the Zetor 2520: 28 HP versus 27 HP (+1 HP, +4%).
- The Zetor 2520 is the more recent model: production started in 1995, versus 1989 for the John Deere 870.
- The Zetor 2520 is heavier: 1587 kg versus 1140 kg for the John Deere 870.
- The John Deere 870 offers a higher rear lift capacity: 852 kg versus 798 kg.
Full specs comparison
| John Deere 870 | Zetor 2520 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 28 HP | 27 HP |
| Production years | 1989–1998 | 1995 |
| Fuel | — | Diesel |
| Cylinders | — | 2 |
| Displacement | 1.4 L | 1.6 L |
| Weight | 1 140 kg | 1 587 kg |
| Drive | 2WD or 4WD | — |
| Transmission | Synchronized | — |
| Gears (fwd/rev) | 9 / 3 | 10 / 2 |
| Rear lift capacity | 852 kg | 798 kg |
| Wheelbase | 171 cm | — |
| Length | 312 cm | — |