John Deere 2900
The John Deere 2900 is a tractor produced by John Deere. It is equipped with a 256.3 ci 4.2 L engine. The listed engine power is Diesel (net): 103 hp / 76.8 kW. Transmission: 16 forward and 4 reverse.
Engine Power
Diesel (net): 103 hp / 76.8 kW
Transmission
16 forward and 4 reverse
Overview
 | 1993 - 1998
2000 SeriesUtility tractorZetor built
2000 Series
Utility tractor
Zetor built |
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Production | |
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Distributor | John Deere |
Manufacturer | Zetor |
Utility tractor | |
Built in Brno, Czech Republic | |
John Deere 2900 Engine | |
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Zetor 4.2L 4-cyl diesel | |
Engine details ...  |
John Deere 2900 Power | |
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Engine (net) | 103 hp
76.8 kW |
Mechanical | |
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Two- or four-wheel drive | |
Steering | hydrostatic power |
Hydraulic wet disc brakes | |
Open platform. Cab optional. | |
Hydraulics | |
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Type | open center |
Pressure | 2683 psi
185.0 bar |
Valves | 1 |
Pump flow | 15.85 gpm
60.0 lpm |
Tractor hitch | |
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Rear Type | II |
Control | top link draft sensing |
Rear lift | 10341 lbs
4690 kg |
Power Take-off (PTO) | |
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Rear PTO | independent |
Rear PTO Type | 540/1000 |
Dimensions & Tires | |
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Full dimensions and tires ...  |
Electrical | |
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Ground | negative |
Battery volts | 12 |
Engine
Engine Detail — 256.3 ci / 4.2 L Diesel
Manufacturer | Zetor |
Configuration | turbocharged diesel, 4-cylinder, liquid-cooled |
Displacement | 256.3 ci
4.2 L |
Bore/Stroke | 4.13x4.72 inches
105 x 120 mm |
Rated Power (net) | 103 hp
76.8 kW |
Rated RPM | 2200 |
Starter volts | 12 |
Transmission
Transmission options | |
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8-speed | |
16-speed |
Transmission — 8 forward and reverse
Gears | 8 forward and reverse |
Clutch | 325mm cerametallic dry disc |
Transmission — 16 forward and 4 reverse
Gears | 16 forward and 4 reverse |
Clutch | 325mm cerametallic dry disc |
Dimensions
John Deere 2900 Tires |
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Dimensions |
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Recommended Implements & Sizing Guide
Engineering recommendations for John Deere 2900 based on its 103 HP power envelope and ASAE agricultural standards.
| Implement & Operation | Recommended Size | Workload Rating | Engineering Notes |
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Moldboard PlowPrimary Tillage | 4 to 5 Bottom (16-18")4 - 5 铧 (40-45 cm) | Heavy Duty | Heavy primary tillage; semi-mounted hitch recommended. |
Rotary Cutter / MowerMowing & Clearing | 10 to 12 ft Flex-Wing3.0 - 3.6 m 折叠双翼 | Heavy Duty | Wide swath pasture and crop residue shredding. |
Rotary TillerSeedbed Prep | 90 to 120 in Heavy Duty230 - 300 cm 重型旋耕机 | Commercial / Field Scale | Deep intensive seedbed preparation for commercial row crops. |
Disc HarrowSecondary Tillage | 10 to 14 ft Tandem / Offset3.0 - 4.2 m 重型交错耙 | Heavy Duty | Aggressive residue cutting in corn/cotton stubble. |
Hay BalerHay & Forage | 5x6 Round Baler or 3x3 Mid Square1.5x1.8 m 大圆捆或中型方捆机 | Heavy Duty | High density baling; requires minimum 85 PTO HP. |
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 2900.
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 2900 Specification Unit Converter
Convert power, fluid capacities, and operating weights between metric and imperial standards for John Deere 2900.
Converted Equivalents:
Horsepower (HP)103 hp
Kilowatts (kW)76.8 kW
Metric Horsepower (PS / CV)104.4 PS
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