John Deere 1950
The John Deere 1950 is a tractor produced by John Deere. It is equipped with a 179.4 ci 2.9 L engine. The listed engine power is Diesel (net): 61.7 hp / 46.0 kW. Transmission: Power Synchron. Operating weight: 5798 to 6845 pounds.
Engine Power
Diesel (net): 61.7 hp / 46.0 kW
Fuel & Capacities
19 gal
71.9 L
Transmission
Power Synchron
Operating Weight
5798 to 6845 pounds
Overview
 | 1988 - 1994
Utility tractor |
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Production | |
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Manufacturer | John Deere |
Utility tractor | |
Built in Mannheim, Baden-Württemberg, Germany | |
John Deere 1950 Engine | |
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John Deere 2.9L 3-cyl diesel | |
Fuel tank | 19 gal
71.9 L |
Engine details ...  | |
John Deere 1950 Power | |
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Engine (net) | 61.7 hp
46.0 kW |
Mechanical | |
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Two- or four-wheel drive | |
Final drives | planetary |
Steering | manual |
Steering | power *Standard with four-wheel drive. Optional with two-wheel drive. |
Hydraulic wet disc brakes | |
ROPS. Optional MC1 cab, or CC2 cab after 1990. | |
Hydraulics | |
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Type | closed center |
Pressure | 2756 psi
190.0 bar |
Pump flow | 11.6 gpm
43.9 lpm |
Tractor hitch | |
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Rear Type | II/I |
Control | position and draft control |
Power Take-off (PTO) | |
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Rear PTO | independent |
Clutch | hydraulic wet disc |
Rear PTO Type | 540 (1.375) |
540/1000 (1.375) | |
Engine RPM | 540@2075 |
1000@2172 | |
Dimensions & Tires | |
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2WD Wheelbase | 84.7 inches
215 cm |
4WD Wheelbase | 85 inches
215 cm |
Weight | 5798 to 6845 pounds |
Front tire | 7.50-16 |
2WD Rear tire | 16.9-30 |
Full dimensions and tires ...  | |
Electrical | |
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Ground | negative |
Charging system | alternator |
ROPS Charging amps | 55 |
Cab Charging amps | 85 |
Batteries | 2 |
Battery volts | 12 |
References | |
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John Deere 1950 published in 1987 | |
Traktor 1950 published in 1987, by John Deere |
Engine
Engine Detail — 179.4 ci / 2.9 L Diesel
Manufacturer | John Deere |
Configuration | turbocharged diesel, 3-cylinder, liquid-cooled |
Displacement | 179.4 ci
2.9 L |
Bore/Stroke | 4.19x4.33 inches
106 x 110 mm |
Power (net) | 61.7 hp
46.0 kW |
Air cleaner | dry |
Rated RPM | 2300 |
Torque | 168.9 lb-ft
229.0 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 |
Starter volts | 12 |
Oil change | 200 h |
John Deere 1950 Engine | |
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Transmission
Transmission options | |
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8-speed synchromesh | |
16-speed two-speed power shift | |
12-speed creeper |
Transmission — 8 forward and 4 reverse synchromesh
Type | synchromesh |
Gears | 8 forward and 4 reverse |
Clutch | dry disc |
Four synchronized gears (1-4) in two ranges (I/II) plus reverse range. | |
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Transmission — Power Synchron
Transmission | Power Synchron |
Type | two-speed power shift |
Gears | 16 forward and 8 reverse |
Clutch | dry disc |
The optional Power Synchron transmission adds a left-hand power shift to the basic transmission. | |
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Transmission — 12 forward and 8 reverse creeper
Type | creeper |
Gears | 12 forward and 8 reverse |
Clutch | dry disc |
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Dimensions
John Deere 1950 Tires | |
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2WD Standard tires (ag) | Front: 7.50-16. Rear: 16.9-30 |
4WD Standard tires (ag) | Front: 11.2-24. Rear: 16.9-30 |
2WD Optional tires (ag) | Front: 7.50-16. Rear: 14.9-30 |
2WD Optional tires (ag) | Front: 7.50-16. Rear: 13.6-36 |
4WD Optional tires (ag) | Front: 10.5-18. Rear: 14.9-30 |
4WD Optional tires (ag) | Front: 11.2-24. Rear: 12.4-36 |
4WD Optional tires (ag) | Front: 11.2-24. Rear: 13.6-36 |
4WD Optional tires (ag) | Front: 12.5-20. Rear: 14.9-30 |
4WD Optional tires (ag) | Front: 12.5-20. Rear: 16.9-30 |
4WD Optional tires (ag) | Front: 14.5-20. Rear: 16.9-30 |
Dimensions | |
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2WD Wheelbase | 84.7 inches
215 cm |
4WD Wheelbase | 85 inches
215 cm |
Length | 148.2 inches
376 cm |
Width | 73 inches
185 cm |
Height (cab) | 95.8 inches
243 cm |
2WD Clearance (front axle) | 25.2 inches
64 cm |
4WD Clearance (front axle) | 17.3 inches
43 cm |
2WD Front tread | 49.6 to 81 inches
125 to 205 cm |
4WD Front tread | 55.8 to 74.2 inches
141 to 188 cm |
Rear tread | 51.2 to 78.7 inches
130 to 199 cm |
John Deere 1950 Weight | |
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2WD ROPS Shipping | 5798 lbs
2629 kg |
2WD Cab Shipping | 6151 lbs
2790 kg |
4WD ROPS Shipping | 6493 lbs
2945 kg |
4WD Cab Shipping | 6845 lbs
3104 kg |
Recommended Implements & Sizing Guide
Engineering recommendations for John Deere 1950 based on its 61.7 HP power envelope and ASAE agricultural standards.
| Implement & Operation | Recommended Size | Workload Rating | Engineering Notes |
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Moldboard PlowPrimary Tillage | 3 to 4 Bottom (16")3 - 4 铧 (40 cm) | Heavy Duty | Suitable for medium loam and stubble turnover. |
Rotary Cutter / MowerMowing & Clearing | 6 ft (72 in)1.8 m | Medium Duty | Medium pasture clearing; rear slip-clutch recommended. |
Rotary TillerSeedbed Prep | 66 to 72 in165 - 180 cm | Medium Duty | Standard utility tiller; slip clutch protection required. |
Disc HarrowSecondary Tillage | 7 to 8 ft Tandem Disc2.1 - 2.4 m 对开双排耙 | Medium Duty | Field leveling and clod breaking behind plows. |
Hay BalerHay & Forage | 4x4 to 4x5 Round Baler1.2x1.5 m 紧凑圆捆机 | Heavy Duty | Silage and dry hay; 540 RPM PTO with slip-clutch. |
Sizing & Soil Condition NoteActual implement sizing varies depending on local soil conditions (heavy clay vs sandy loam), field slope, and operating speed. Heavy tillage implements may require front ballast weights and wheel weights.
Fluids, Capacities & Working Autonomy
Standard fluid requirements, service intervals, and continuous runtime estimates for John Deere 1950.
Estimated Continuous Field Runtime: 5.9 hrs
Approximately 5.9 hours of continuous field operation at ~75% rated power on a full tank (19 gal / 71.9 L).
Estimated 75% Load Fuel Burn~3.2 gal/hr (12.1 L/hr)
Engine Crankcase Oil
SAE 15W-40 (Heavy Duty Diesel)
Standard Spec: API CK-4 / CJ-4 Heavy Duty
Service Interval: 150 – 250 Hours
Transmission & Hydraulic System
UTTO (Universal Tractor Transmission Oil)
Standard Spec: ISO VG 46 / 68 (Wet Brake & Trans Compatible)
Service Interval: 600 – 1000 Hours
Engine Cooling System
50/50 Ethylene Glycol Pre-mix
Standard Spec: ASTM D6210 / Heavy-Duty OAT Antifreeze
Service Interval: 2 Years / 1500 Hours
John Deere 1950 Specification Unit Converter
Convert power, fluid capacities, and operating weights between metric and imperial standards for John Deere 1950.
Converted Equivalents:
Horsepower (HP)61.7 hp
Kilowatts (kW)46 kW
Metric Horsepower (PS / CV)62.6 PS
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