John Deere 303

The John Deere 303 is a tractor produced by John Deere. It is equipped with a 137.9 ci 2.3 L engine. The rated power output is 36.3 hp 27.1 kW. Transmission: 10 forward and 3 reverse. Operating weight: 3836 lbs 1740 kg.

Overview

	1963 - 1966	1963 - 1966

Production
Manufacturer	John Deere
Built in Saran, France

John Deere 303 Engine
Standard 2.3L 4-cyl diesel
Engine details ...

John Deere 303 Transmission
10-speed
Transmission details ...

John Deere 303 Power
Engine	36.3 hp 27.1 kW

Mechanical
Two-wheel drive
Manual steering
Disc brakes
Open operator station.

Capacity
Fuel	16.4 gal 62.1 L
Hydraulic system	2.6 gal 9.8 L

Hydraulics
Type	open center
Capacity	2.6 gal 9.8 L

Tractor hitch
Rear Type	II

Power Take-off (PTO)
Rear PTO Type	540/1000 (1.375)
Engine RPM	540@1850

Dimensions & Tires
Wheelbase	74.1 inches 188 cm
Weight	3836 lbs 1740 kg
Front tire	5.50-16
Rear tire	10-28
Full dimensions and tires ...

Electrical
Ground	positive
Battery volts	12
Battery AH	95

Engine

Engine Detail — 137.9 ci / 2.3 L Diesel

Manufacturer	Standard OE 138
Fuel Type	Diesel
Configuration	4-cylinder, liquid-cooled
Displacement	137.9 ci 2.3 L
Bore/Stroke	3.31x4.00 inches 84 x 102 mm
Power	36.3 hp 27.1 kW
Compression	21.5:1
Rated RPM	2000
Starter volts	12
Oil capacity	7.2 qts 6.8 L
Coolant capacity	10.6 qts 10.0 L

Transmission

Transmission — 10 forward and 3 reverse

Gears	10 forward and 3 reverse
Clutch	dry disc
Oil capacity	32.8 qts 31.0 L
Four gears (1-4) in three ranges (I, II, and III) plus reverse range. Fourth gear is the same speed on all the forward ranges.
With 10-28 rear tires.

Dimensions

John Deere 303 Tires
Ag front	5.50-16
Ag rear	10-28
Ag front	11-28
	9-36
	10-36

Dimensions
Wheelbase	74.1 inches 188 cm
Length	132.7 inches 337 cm
Width	60 inches*Minimum 152 cm
Height (steering wheel)	61.8 inches 156 cm
Weight	3836 lbs 1740 kg
Ground clearance	14.2 inches 36 cm
Front tread	50 to 69.7 inches 127 to 177 cm
Rear tread	48.8 to 76.8 inches 123 to 195 cm