John Deere 946 vs Yanmar EF330

Side-by-side specs comparison

John Deere 946

John Deere 946

30 HP · 1996–2003

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Yanmar EF330

Yanmar EF330

29 HP · 2002–2004

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Verdict by the numbers

  • The John Deere 946 is more powerful than the Yanmar EF330: 30 HP versus 29 HP (+1 HP, +3%).
  • The Yanmar EF330 is the more recent model: production started in 2002, versus 1996 for the John Deere 946.
  • The Yanmar EF330 is heavier: 1465 kg versus 1080 kg for the John Deere 946.
  • The Yanmar EF330 offers a higher rear lift capacity: 1500 kg versus 1000 kg.

Full specs comparison

John Deere 946Yanmar EF330
Power30 HP29 HP
Production years1996–20032002–2004
FuelDieselDiesel
Cylinders33
Displacement1.5 L1.5 L
Weight1 080 kg1 465 kg
Drive4WD4WD
TransmissionSynchronizedPower shift
Gears (fwd/rev)12 / 4
Rear lift capacity1 000 kg1 500 kg
Wheelbase151 cm180 cm
Length274 cm318 cm

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