John Deere 2950
The John Deere 2950 is a tractor produced by John Deere. It is equipped with a 359 ci 5.9 L engine. The listed engine power is 85.37 hp 63.7 kW. Transmission: John Deere TSS Creeper. Operating weight: 10100 lbs 4581 kg.
Engine Power
85.37 hp
63.7 kW
Fuel & Capacities
32.3 gal
122.3 L
Transmission
John Deere TSS Creeper
Operating Weight
10100 lbs (4WD cab)
4581 kg
Overview
 | 1983 - 1988
2050 SeriesUtility tractor
2050 Series
Utility tractor |
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Production | |
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Manufacturer | John Deere |
Utility tractor | |
Built in Mannheim, Baden-Württemberg, Germany | |
Original price | $28,706 (1983 ROPS 2WD ) |
$40,456 (1983 Cab 4WD ) | |
John Deere 2950 Engine | |
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John Deere 5.9L 6-cyl diesel | |
Fuel tank | 32.3 gal
122.3 L |
Engine details ...  | |
John Deere 2950 Power | |
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PTO (claimed) | 85 hp
63.4 kW |
Drawbar (tested) | 72.12 hp
53.8 kW |
PTO (tested) | 85.37 hp
63.7 kW |
Performance test details ...  | |
Mechanical | |
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Two- or four-wheel drive | |
Differential lock | mechanical rear |
Power steering | |
Differential hydraulic wet disc brakes | |
Two-post ROPS. Canopy available. Sound-Gard cab optional with available heat and air-conditioning. | |
Hydraulics | |
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Type | closed center |
Rear valves | 2 |
Pump flow | 23 gpm
87.1 lpm |
Tractor hitch | |
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Rear Type | II |
Control | load and depth control |
Rear lift | 4868 lbs
2208 kg |
Power Take-off (PTO) | |
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Rear PTO | independent |
Rear PTO Type | 540/1000 |
Dimensions & Tires | |
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2WD Wheelbase | 100.4 inches
255 cm |
4WD Wheelbase | 101.6 inches
258 cm |
Weight | 10100 lbs
4581 kg |
Front tire | 10.00-16 |
2WD Rear tire | 18.4-34 |
Full dimensions and tires ...  | |
Electrical | |
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Ground | negative |
Charging system | alternator |
ROPS Charging amps | 33 |
Cab Charging amps | 55 |
Battery volts | 12 |
References | |
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Loaders, Spreaders and Blades published in 1984, 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 |
Engine
Engine Detail — 359 ci / 5.9 L Diesel
Manufacturer | John Deere |
Fuel Type | Diesel |
Configuration | 6-cylinder, liquid-cooled |
Displacement | 359 ci
5.9 L |
Bore/Stroke | 4.19x4.33 inches
106 x 110 mm |
Air cleaner | two paper elements |
Compression | 17.4:1 |
Rated RPM | 2500 |
Starter volts | 12 |
Coolant capacity | 20 qts
18.9 L |
Transmission
Transmission options | |
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16-speed partial power shift | |
12-speed partially synchronized |
Transmission — John Deere Hi-Lo TSS
Transmission | John Deere Hi-Lo TSS |
Type | partial power shift |
Gears | 16 forward and 8 reverse |
Four gears in two ranges, plus reverse range with left-hand high-low power shift. Synchronized shifting between gears in a given range. | |
With 18.4-34 rear tires. | |
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Transmission — John Deere TSS Creeper
Transmission | John Deere TSS Creeper |
Type | partially synchronized |
Gears | 12 forward and 8 reverse |
Adds a creeper to the low and reverse ranges of the Top-Shaft Synchronized transmission. | |
With 18.4-34 rear tires. | |
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Dimensions
John Deere 2950 Tires | |
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2WD Standard tires (ag) | Front: 10.00-16. Rear: 18.4-34 |
4WD Standard tires (ag) | Front: 13.6-24.8. Rear: 18.4-34 |
4WD Optional tires (ag) | Front: 12.4-28. Rear: 16.9-38 |
4WD Optional tires (ag) | Front: 13.6-28. Rear: 18.4-38 |
Dimensions | |
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2WD Wheelbase | 100.4 inches
255 cm |
4WD Wheelbase | 101.6 inches
258 cm |
Length | 153.2 inches
389 cm |
Height (steering wheel) | 73 inches
185 cm |
Height (cab) | 108.3 inches
275 cm |
Operating weight | 10100 lbs (4WD cab)
4581 kg |
Ballasted weight | 11045 lbs
5010 kg |
2WD Clearance (front axle) | 25.9 inches
65 cm |
4WD Clearance (front axle) | 18.9 inches
48 cm |
Rack-and-pinion rear axle | |
Tests
Nebraska Tractor Test 1473 | |
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Diesel 16-speed 2WD
April 18 - May 2, 1983
Link: Nebraska Tractor Test 1473 file | |
PTO performance | |
Power at rated engine speed | 85.37 hp
63.7 kW |
Fuel use | 5.4 gal/hour
20.4 l/hour |
Power at rated PTO speed | 85.50 hp
63.8 kW |
Fuel use | 5.2 gal/hour
19.7 l/hour |
Drawbar performance | |
Max power | 72.12 hp
53.8 kW |
Fuel use | 5.3 gal/hour
20.1 l/hour |
Gear 5-Low used for power test. | |
Max pull | 8,768 lbs
3977 kg |
Gear 3-Low used for pull test. | |
Attachments
Attachment overview | |
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John Deere 148 loader | |
John Deere 260 loader | |
John Deere 265 loader |
Recommended Implements & Sizing Guide
Engineering recommendations for John Deere 2950 based on its 85.37 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 | 7 to 8 ft (84-96 in)2.1 - 2.4 m | Heavy Duty | Heavy-duty twin spindle cutter for overgrown acreage. |
Rotary TillerSeedbed Prep | 78 to 84 in200 - 215 cm | Heavy Duty | Heavy commercial tiller with multi-speed gearbox. |
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 | 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 2950.
Estimated Continuous Field Runtime: 7.3 hrs
Approximately 7.3 hours of continuous field operation at ~75% rated power on a full tank (32.3 gal / 122.3 L).
Estimated 75% Load Fuel Burn~4.4 gal/hr (16.8 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 2950 Specification Unit Converter
Convert power, fluid capacities, and operating weights between metric and imperial standards for John Deere 2950.
Converted Equivalents:
Horsepower (HP)85.4 hp
Kilowatts (kW)63.7 kW
Metric Horsepower (PS / CV)86.6 PS
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