John Deere 3010
The John Deere 3010 is a tractor produced by John Deere. It is equipped with a 201 ci 3.3 L engine. The listed engine power is 55.39 hp 41.3 kW. Transmission: John Deere Syncro-Range. Operating weight: 5624 to 6500 pounds.
Engine Power
55.39 hp
41.3 kW
Fuel & Capacities
29 gal
109.8 L
Transmission
John Deere Syncro-Range
Operating Weight
5624 to 6500 pounds
Overview
 | 1961 - 1963
New Generation SeriesRow-Crop tractor
New Generation Series
Row-Crop tractor |
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Production | |
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Manufacturer | John Deere |
Row-Crop tractor | |
Factories | Waterloo, Iowa, USA |
Mexico | |
Total built | 44,000 |
Original price was $4,700 in 1963 | |
The John Deere 3010 was available in row-crop, row-crop utility, standard, and orchard versions. | |
Variants | |
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3010 | ag tractor |
3010 Wheel | industrial tractor |
3010O | orchard |
John Deere 3010 Transmission | |
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8-speed partially synchronized | |
Transmission details ...  |
John Deere 3010 Power | |
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Drawbar (claimed) | 52.0 hp
38.8 kW |
Gas PTO (claimed) | 55.09 hp
41.1 kW |
Diesel PTO (claimed) | 59.44 hp
44.3 kW |
Plows | 4 |
Drawbar (tested) | 52.77 hp
39.4 kW |
PTO (tested) | 59.44 hp
44.3 kW |
Performance test details ...  | |
Mechanical | |
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Two-wheel drive | |
Power steering | |
Differntial hydraulic wet disc brakes | |
Open operator station |
Capacity | |
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Fuel | 29 gal
109.8 L |
Hydraulic system | 9.5 gal
36.0 L |
Hydraulics | |
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Type | closed center |
Capacity | 9.5 gal
36.0 L |
Pressure | 2250 psi
155.1 bar |
Valves | 2 |
Tractor hitch | |
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Rear Type | II |
Power Take-off (PTO) | |
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Rear PTO | independent |
Rear PTO Type | 540/1000 (1.375) |
Engine RPM | 540@1900 |
1000@1900 | |
Mid PTO | independent |
Mid PTO Type | 1000 (1.375) |
Dimensions & Tires | |
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Row-crop Wheelbase | 90 inches
228 cm |
Row-crop utility Wheelbase | 81.5 inches
207 cm |
Row-crop utility Wheelbase | 92.75 inches
235 cm |
Standard Wheelbase | 81.5 inches
207 cm |
Weight | 5624 to 6500 pounds |
Front tire | 9.00-18 |
Rear tire | 16.9-24 |
Full dimensions and tires ...  | |
Electrical | |
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Ground | positive (12V) |
floating (24V) | |
Batteries | 1 (12V) |
2 (24V) | |
Battery volts | 12 |
References | |
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The John Deere 10 Series New Generation Tractors published in 2004, by Hain Publishing | |
New 3010-4010 Row-Crop... 3010 Row-Crop utility Tractors published in 1960, by John Deere | |
New 3010 and 4010 Standard Tractors published in 1960, by John Deere | |
Operator's Manual 3010 Row-Crop Utility Diesel (OM-R28876) published in 1961 | |
Tractors 1918-1976 published by John Deere* | |
Modern Farming published in 1962, by John Deere | |
*Publication contains known errors. |
Engine
Engine options | |
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John Deere 3.3L 4-cyl gasoline | |
John Deere 4.2L 4-cyl diesel | |
John Deere 3.3L 4-cyl LP gas |
Engine Detail — 201 ci / 3.3 L Gasoline
Manufacturer | John Deere |
Fuel Type | Gasoline |
Configuration | 4-cylinder, liquid-cooled inline |
Displacement | 201 ci
3.3 L |
Bore/Stroke | 4.00x4.00 inches
102 x 102 mm |
Air cleaner | oil bath |
Compression | 7.5:1 |
Rated RPM | 2200 |
Starter | electric |
Starter volts | 12 |
Engine Detail — 254 ci / 4.2 L Diesel
Manufacturer | John Deere |
Fuel Type | Diesel |
Configuration | 4-cylinder, liquid-cooled inline |
Displacement | 254 ci
4.2 L |
Bore/Stroke | 4.125x4.75 inches
105 x 121 mm |
Air cleaner | oil bath |
Compression | 16.4:1 |
Rated RPM | 2200 |
Starter | electric |
Starter volts | 24 |
Engine Detail — 201 ci / 3.3 L LP Gas
Manufacturer | John Deere |
Fuel Type | LP gas |
Configuration | 4-cylinder, liquid-cooled inline |
Displacement | 201 ci
3.3 L |
Bore/Stroke | 4.00x4.00 inches
102 x 102 mm |
Air cleaner | oil bath |
Compression | 7:1 |
Rated RPM | 2200 |
Starter | electric |
Starter volts | 12 |
Transmission
Transmission — John Deere Syncro-Range
Transmission | John Deere Syncro-Range |
Type | partially synchronized |
Gears | 8 forward and 3 reverse |
Clutch | dry disc |
Synchro-Range requires the tractor to be stopped and clutch depressed to select one of four shift stations. Once a station is selected the tractor can be shifted on the move between the two forward gears (and single reverse in stations 1, 2, and 3) by using the clutch. | |
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Dimensions
John Deere 3010 Tires | |
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Ag front | 9.00-18 |
6.00-14 | |
6.50-16 | |
7.50-16 | |
7.50-18 | |
Ag rear | 16.9-24 |
13.6-28 | |
13.6-30 | |
18.4-30 | |
12.4-36 | |
13.9-36 | |
Dimensions | |
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Row-crop Wheelbase | 90 inches
228 cm |
Row-crop utility Wheelbase | 81.5 inches
207 cm |
Row-crop utility Wheelbase | 92.75 inches
235 cm |
Standard Wheelbase | 81.5 inches
207 cm |
Row-crop Length | 138.5 inches
351 cm |
Row-crop utility Length | 134.5 inches
341 cm |
Standard Length | 86.625 inches
220 cm |
Row-crop Width | 86.7 inches
220 cm |
Row-crop utility Width | 70 inches
177 cm |
Standard Width | 86.625 inches
220 cm |
Row-crop Front tread | 8.75 inches
22 cm |
Row-crop Front tread | 48 to 80 inches
121 to 203 cm |
Standard Front tread | 55 inches
139 cm |
Standard Front tread | 52 to 66 inches
132 to 167 cm |
Row-crop utility Front tread | 55.5/61 inches
140/154 cm |
Row-crop utility Front tread | 50 to 79 inches
127 to 200 cm |
Row-crop Rear tread | 57 to 88 inches
144 to 223 cm |
Row-crop Rear tread | 62 to 98 inches
157 to 248 cm |
Standard Rear tread | 52 to 79 inches
132 to 200 cm |
Row-crop utility Rear tread | 60/80 inches
152/203 cm |
Row-crop utility Rear tread | 50 to 79 inches
127 to 200 cm |
John Deere 3010 Weight | |
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Row-crop Shipping | 5820 lbs
2639 kg |
Row-crop utility Shipping | 5624 lbs
2551 kg |
Standard Shipping | 6176 lbs
2801 kg |
Operating | 6500 lbs
2948 kg |
Tests
Tractor Tests | |
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NTTL 762: diesel 8-speed 2WD | |
NTTL 763: gasoline 8-speed 2WD | |
NTTL 764: LP gas 8-speed 2WD |
Nebraska Tractor Test 762 | |
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Diesel 8-speed 2WD
September 19 - 24, 1960
Link: Nebraska Tractor Test 762 file | |
PTO performance | |
Power at rated engine speed | 59.44 hp
44.3 kW |
Fuel use | 4.1 gal/hour
15.5 l/hour |
Power at rated PTO speed | 55.29 hp
41.2 kW |
Fuel use | 3.6 gal/hour
13.6 l/hour |
Drawbar performance | |
Max power | 52.77 hp
39.4 kW |
Fuel use | 4.1 gal/hour
15.5 l/hour |
Gear 4 used for power test. | |
Max pull | 6,323 lbs
2868 kg |
Gear 6,323 used for pull test. | |
Nebraska Tractor Test 763 | |
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Gasoline 8-speed 2WD
September 24 - 28, 1960
Link: Nebraska Tractor Test 763 file | |
PTO performance | |
Power at rated engine speed | 55.09 hp
41.1 kW |
Fuel use | 5.1 gal/hour
19.3 l/hour |
Power at rated PTO speed | 50.54 hp
37.7 kW |
Fuel use | 4.8 gal/hour
18.2 l/hour |
Drawbar performance | |
Max power | 50.98 hp
38.0 kW |
Fuel use | 5.2 gal/hour
19.7 l/hour |
Gear 4 used for power test. | |
Max pull | 6,660 lbs
3020 kg |
Gear 2 used for pull test. | |
Nebraska Tractor Test 764 | |
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LP gas 8-speed 2WD
September 24 - 29, 1960
Link: Nebraska Tractor Test 764 file | |
PTO performance | |
Power at rated engine speed | 55.39 hp
41.3 kW |
Fuel use | 6.5 gal/hour
24.6 l/hour |
Power at rated PTO speed | 50.80 hp
37.9 kW |
Fuel use | 5.9 gal/hour
22.3 l/hour |
Drawbar performance | |
Max power | 49.22 hp
36.7 kW |
Fuel use | 6.5 gal/hour
24.6 l/hour |
Gear 4 used for power test. | |
Max pull | 6,598 lbs
2992 kg |
Gear 2 used for pull test. | |
Recommended Implements & Sizing Guide
Engineering recommendations for John Deere 3010 based on its 55.39 HP power envelope and ASAE agricultural standards.
| Implement & Operation | Recommended Size | Workload Rating | Engineering Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
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 | Small Square Baler (14x18")小方捆打捆机 (36x46 cm) | Medium Duty | Classic 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 3010.
Estimated Continuous Field Runtime: 10.1 hrs
Approximately 10.1 hours of continuous field operation at ~75% rated power on a full tank (29 gal / 109.8 L).
Estimated 75% Load Fuel Burn~2.9 gal/hr (10.9 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 3010 Specification Unit Converter
Convert power, fluid capacities, and operating weights between metric and imperial standards for John Deere 3010.
Converted Equivalents:
Horsepower (HP)55.4 hp
Kilowatts (kW)41.3 kW
Metric Horsepower (PS / CV)56.2 PS
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