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John Deere 2150

The John Deere 2150 is a tractor produced by John Deere. It is equipped with a 179 ci 2.9 L engine. The listed engine power is 46.47 hp 34.7 kW. Transmission: John Deere Direction Reverser. Operating weight: 4970 to 5670 pounds.

Engine Power
46.47 hp 34.7 kW
Fuel & Capacities
19.5 gal 73.8 L
Transmission
John Deere Direction Reverser
Operating Weight
4970 to 5670 pounds

Overview

John Deere 2150 tractor photo
1983 - 1986 2050 SeriesUtility tractor 2050 Series Utility tractor
Production
Manufacturer
John Deere
Utility tractor
Built in Mannheim, Baden-Württemberg, Germany
Original price
$16,425 (1983 2WD )
$21,455 (1983 4WD )
John Deere 2150 Engine
John Deere 2.9L 3-cyl diesel
Fuel tank
19.5 gal 73.8 L
Engine details ...
John Deere 2150 Power
PTO (claimed)
45 hp 33.6 kW
Drawbar (tested)
38.11 hp 28.4 kW
PTO (tested)
46.47 hp 34.7 kW
Performance test details ...
Mechanical
Two- or four-wheel drive
Final drives
inboard planetary
Differential lock
mechanical rear
Power steering
Differential hydraulic wet disc brakes
Two-post fixed ROPS. Canopy available.
Hydraulics
Type
closed center
Pressure
2250 psi 155.1 bar
Rear valves
0 to 2
Pump flow
13 gpm 49.2 lpm
Tractor hitch
Rear Type
II/I
Control
load and depth control
Rear lift
2023 lbs 917 kg
Power Take-off (PTO)
Rear PTO
independent
live (with reverser)
Rear PTO Type
540
Dimensions & Tires
2WD Wheelbase
74.4 inches 188 cm
4WD Wheelbase
80.9 inches 205 cm
Weight
4970 to 5670 pounds
Front tire
6.50-16
2WD Rear tire
13.6-28
Full dimensions and tires ...
Electrical
Ground
negative
Charging system
alternator
Charging amps
33
Batteries
2
Battery volts
12
Battery AH
55
References
2150 references literature
Consumer Products Price List published in 1983, by John Deere
Grounds Care Equipment Purchasing Guide published in 1983, by John Deere
Loaders, Spreaders and Blades published in 1984, by John Deere
Utility Tractors 45 & 55 HP published in 1984, by John Deere
Compact Utility/Utility Tractors Product Information Handbook published in 1983, by John Deere
Tractors 45 to 85 HP published in 1984, by John Deere
Utility Tractors Product Information Handbook published in 1984, by John Deere
Mechanical Front-Wheel Drive published in 1984, by John Deere
Agricultural Price List published in 1983, by John Deere
Tractors Hi-Crop, Low-Profile, Narrow- and Wide-Tread published in 1985, by John Deere

Engine

Engine Detail — 179 ci / 2.9 L Diesel

Manufacturer
John Deere
Fuel Type
Diesel
Configuration
3-cylinder, liquid-cooled
Displacement
179 ci 2.9 L
Bore/Stroke
4.19x4.33 inches 106 x 110 mm
Fuel use
3.214 gal/hour 12.2 l/hour
Air cleaner
dual paper elements
Compression
17.4:1
Rated RPM
2500
Operating RPM
1500-2500
Starter volts
12
Coolant capacity
11 qts 10.4 L

Transmission

Transmission options
8-speed partially synchronized
16-speed two-speed power shift
8-speed power shuttle

Transmission — John Deere Top-Shaft Synchronized

Transmission
John Deere Top-Shaft Synchronized
Type
partially synchronized
Gears
8 forward and 4 reverse
Four gears in two ranges, plus reverse range. Synchronized shifting between gears.
With 13.6-28 rear tires.
2150 Top-Shaft Synchronized partially synchronized speeds

Transmission — John Deere Hi-Lo TSS

Transmission
John Deere Hi-Lo TSS
Type
two-speed power shift
Gears
16 forward and 8 reverse
The Hi-Low adds a hydraulic power shift to the standard TSS transmission. A left-hand lever enables a clutchless shift between direct (high) range and a lower range.
2150 Hi-Lo TSS two-speed power shift speeds

Transmission — John Deere Direction Reverser

Transmission
John Deere Direction Reverser
Type
power shuttle
Gears
8 forward and 4 reverse
The Direction Reverser transmission provides clutchless hydraulic shuttle shifting using a left-hand reverser lever. Reverser not available with 4WD or cab. Reverse only operates in low range.
With 13.6-28 rear tires.
2150 Direction Reverser power shuttle speeds

Dimensions

John Deere 2150 Tires
2WD Standard tires (ag)
Front: 6.50-16. Rear: 13.6-28
4WD Standard tires (ag)
Front: 9.5-24. Rear: 16.9-28
Lawn/turf front
27x9.5-15
Lawn/turf rear
16.9-24
Dimensions
2WD Wheelbase
74.4 inches 188 cm
4WD Wheelbase
80.9 inches 205 cm
2WD Length
120.3 inches 305 cm
4WD Length
122.6 inches 311 cm
Width
68.7 inches 174 cm
2WD Clearance (front axle)
20.3 inches 51 cm
4WD Clearance (front axle)
16.4 inches 41 cm
Flange rear axle
Front tread
49.6 to 79.5 inches 125 to 201 cm (2WD)
Front tread
43 to 77.5 inches 109 to 196 cm (4WD)
Rear tread
55 to 79 inches 139 to 200 cm
John Deere 2150 Weight
2WD Shipping
4970 lbs 2254 kg
4WD Shipping
5670 lbs 2571 kg
2WD Operating
5110 lbs 2317 kg
Ballasted
5930 lbs 2689 kg
John Deere 2150 Height
Steering wheel
60.2 inches 152 cm
Hood
55.2 inches 140 cm
Exhaust
78.3 inches 198 cm

Tests

Nebraska Tractor Test 1469
Diesel 16-speed 2WD April 15 - May 9, 1983 Link: Nebraska Tractor Test 1469 file
PTO performance
Power at rated engine speed
46.47 hp 34.7 kW
Fuel use
3.2 gal/hour 12.1 l/hour
Power at rated PTO speed
46.13 hp 34.4 kW
Fuel use
3.1 gal/hour 11.7 l/hour
Drawbar performance
Max power
38.11 hp 28.4 kW
Fuel use
3.2 gal/hour 12.1 l/hour
Gear 5L used for power test.
Max pull
4,875 lbs 2211 kg
Gear 3L used for pull test.

Recommended Implements & Sizing Guide

Engineering recommendations for John Deere 2150 based on its 46.47 HP power envelope and ASAE agricultural standards.

Implement & OperationRecommended SizeWorkload RatingEngineering Notes
Moldboard PlowPrimary Tillage
2 to 3 Bottom (14-16")2 - 3 铧 (35-40 cm)Medium DutyStandard utility farm tillage.
Rotary Cutter / MowerMowing & Clearing
6 ft (72 in)1.8 mMedium DutyMedium pasture clearing; rear slip-clutch recommended.
Rotary TillerSeedbed Prep
66 to 72 in165 - 180 cmMedium DutyStandard 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 DutyField leveling and clod breaking behind plows.
Hay BalerHay & Forage
Small Square Baler (14x18")小方捆打捆机 (36x46 cm)Medium DutyClassic 2-string baler for horse and small livestock hay.
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 2150.

Estimated Continuous Field Runtime: 8.1 hrs

Approximately 8.1 hours of continuous field operation at ~75% rated power on a full tank (19.5 gal / 73.8 L).

Estimated 75% Load Fuel Burn~2.4 gal/hr (9.1 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 2150 Specification Unit Converter

Convert power, fluid capacities, and operating weights between metric and imperial standards for John Deere 2150.

Converted Equivalents:

Horsepower (HP)46.5 hp
Kilowatts (kW)34.7 kW
Metric Horsepower (PS / CV)47.1 PS

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