John Deere 2350

The John Deere 2350 is a tractor produced by John Deere. It is equipped with a 239 ci 3.9 L engine. The listed engine power is 56.18 hp 41.9 kW. Transmission: John Deere Direction Reverser. Operating weight: 6810 to 8220 pounds.

Engine Power
56.18 hp 41.9 kW
Fuel & Capacities
24 gal 90.8 L
Transmission
John Deere Direction Reverser
Operating Weight
6810 to 8220 pounds

Overview

John Deere 2350 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
$19155 (1983 2WD )
$23,770 (1983 4WD )
John Deere 2350 Engine
John Deere 3.9L 4-cyl diesel
Fuel tank
24 gal 90.8 L
Engine details ...
John Deere 2350 Power
PTO (claimed)
55 hp 41.0 kW
Drawbar (tested)
46.66 hp 34.8 kW
PTO (tested)
56.18 hp 41.9 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. Sound-Gard cab optional with available heat and air-conditioning.
Hydraulics
Type
closed center
Pressure
2250 psi 155.1 bar
Rear valves
1 or 2
Pump flow
13 gpm 49.2 lpm
23 gpmOptOptional 87.1 lpm
Tractor hitch
Rear Type
II/I
Control
load and depth control
Rear lift
2735 lbs 1240 kg
Power Take-off (PTO)
Rear PTO
independent
live *With reverser
Rear PTO Type
540
Engine RPM
540@2382
Dimensions & Tires
2WD Wheelbase
89.2 inches 226 cm
4WD Wheelbase
90 inches 228 cm
Weight
6810 to 8220 pounds
Front tire
7.50-16
2WD Rear tire
16.9-30
Full dimensions and tires ...
Electrical
Ground
negative
Charging system
alternator
ROPS Charging amps
33
Cab Charging amps
55
Batteries
1 (ROPS)
2 (cab)
Battery volts
12
Battery AH
55
References
2350 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
Operator's Manual 2350 and 2550 (OML55481) published in 1984
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 — 239 ci / 3.9 L Diesel

Manufacturer
John Deere
Fuel Type
Diesel
Configuration
4-cylinder, liquid-cooled
Displacement
239 ci 3.9 L
Bore/Stroke
4.19x4.33 inches 106 x 110 mm
Compression
17.4:1
Rated RPM
2500
Operating RPM
1500-2500
Torque
160 lb-ft 217.0 Nm
Torque RPM
1400
Firing order
1-3-4-2
Starter volts
12
Coolant capacity
13.6 qts 12.9 L
Oil capacity
8.9 qts 8.4 L
Oil change
100 h

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
Oil capacity
47.6 qts 45.0 L
Four gears in two ranges, plus reverse range. Synchronized shifting between gears.
With 16.9-30 rear tires.
2350 Top-Shaft Synchronized partially synchronized speeds

Transmission — John Deere Hi-Lo Top-Shaft Synchronized

Transmission
John Deere Hi-Lo Top-Shaft Synchronized
Type
two-speed power shift
Gears
16 forward and 8 reverse
Clutch
dry disc
Four gears (1-4) in two ranges (I-II) and reverse (R) with two-speed power shift (rabbit/turtle).
2350 Hi-Lo Top-Shaft Synchronized 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 16.9-28 rear tires.
2350 Direction Reverser power shuttle speeds

Dimensions

John Deere 2350 Tires
2WD Standard tires (ag)
Front: 7.50-16. Rear: 16.9-30
4WD Standard tires (ag)
Front: 11.2-24. Rear: 16.9-30
4WD Optional tires (ag)
Front: 9.5-24. Rear: 16.9-28
Lawn/turf front
27x9.5-15
Lawn/turf rear
21.5L-16.1
Dimensions
2WD Wheelbase
89.2 inches 226 cm
4WD Wheelbase
90 inches 228 cm
2WD Length
132.2 inches 335 cm
4WD Length
133.4 inches 338 cm
Height (steering wheel)
61.1 inches 155 cm
Height (cab)
101.1 inches 256 cm
2WD Clearance (front axle)
24.8 inches 62 cm
4WD Clearance (front axle)
17.5 inches 44 cm
Flange rear axle
Rack-and-pinion rear axle OptOptional
John Deere 2350 Weight
2WD cab Shipping
7520 lbs 3411 kg
4WD cab Shipping
8220 lbs 3728 kg
2WD ROPS Operating
6810 lbs 3089 kg
Ballasted
7190 lbs 3261 kg

Tests

Nebraska Tractor Test 1470
Diesel 16-speed 2WD April 12 - May 5, 1983 Link: Nebraska Tractor Test 1470 file
PTO performance
Power at rated engine speed
56.18 hp 41.9 kW
Fuel use
3.7 gal/hour 14.0 l/hour
Power at rated PTO speed
56.18 hp 41.9 kW
Fuel use
3.6 gal/hour 13.6 l/hour
Drawbar performance
Max power
46.66 hp 34.8 kW
Fuel use
3.6 gal/hour 13.6 l/hour
Gear 9 used for power test.
Max pull
5,688 lbs 2580 kg
Gear 3L used for pull test.

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Recommended Implements & Sizing Guide

Engineering recommendations for John Deere 2350 based on its 56.18 HP power envelope and ASAE agricultural standards.

Implement & OperationRecommended SizeWorkload RatingEngineering Notes
Moldboard PlowPrimary Tillage
3 to 4 Bottom (16")3 - 4 铧 (40 cm)Heavy DutySuitable for medium loam and stubble turnover.
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 2350.

Estimated Continuous Field Runtime: 8.2 hrs

Approximately 8.2 hours of continuous field operation at ~75% rated power on a full tank (24 gal / 90.8 L).

Estimated 75% Load Fuel Burn~2.9 gal/hr (11.1 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 2350 Specification Unit Converter

Convert power, fluid capacities, and operating weights between metric and imperial standards for John Deere 2350.

Converted Equivalents:

Horsepower (HP)56.2 hp
Kilowatts (kW)41.9 kW
Metric Horsepower (PS / CV)57 PS

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