John Deere 3330
The John Deere 3330 is a tractor produced by John Deere. It is equipped with a 239.2 ci 3.9 L engine. The listed engine power is Diesel (listed): 78.6 hp / 58.6 kW. Transmission: Syncro-Range. Operating weight: 10430 lbs 4731 kg.
Engine Power
Diesel (listed): 78.6 hp / 58.6 kW
Fuel & Capacities
38.3 gal
145.0 L
Transmission
Syncro-Range
Operating Weight
10430 lbs
4731 kg
Overview
 | 1977 - 1980
Utility tractor |
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Production | |
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Manufacturer | John Deere |
Utility tractor | |
Built in Rosario, Argentina | |
Variants | |
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3330HC | high-crop |
John Deere 3330 Engine | |
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John Deere 3.9L 4-cyl diesel | |
Fuel tank | 38.3 gal
145.0 L |
Engine details ...  | |
John Deere 3330 Transmission | |
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8-speed | |
Transmission details ...  |
John Deere 3330 Power | |
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Engine | 78.6 hp
58.6 kW |
PTO (claimed) | 75.7 hp
56.4 kW |
Mechanical | |
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Two-wheel drive | |
Power steering | |
Hydraulic wet disc brakes | |
Open operator station. |
Hydraulics | |
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Type | closed center |
Tractor hitch | |
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Rear Type | II/I |
Power Take-off (PTO) | |
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Rear PTO | independent |
Clutch | hydraulic |
Rear PTO Type | 540 |
Dimensions & Tires | |
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Wheelbase | 93.3 inches
236 cm |
Weight | 10430 lbs
4731 kg |
Front tire | 6.50x16 |
Rear tire | 15.5x38 |
Full dimensions and tires ...  | |
Electrical | |
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Ground | negative |
Charging system | alternator |
Charging amps | 28 |
Batteries | 2 |
Battery volts | 6 |
Battery AH | 140 |
References | |
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Tractor 3330 published in 1979, by John Deere |
Engine
Engine Detail — 239.2 ci / 3.9 L Diesel
Manufacturer | John Deere |
Fuel Type | Diesel |
Configuration | 4-cylinder, liquid-cooled |
Displacement | 239.2 ci
3.9 L |
Bore/Stroke | 4.193x4.331 inches
107 x 110 mm |
Power | 78.6 hp
58.6 kW |
Air cleaner | dry |
Compression | 16.7:1 |
Rated RPM | 2500 |
Starter volts | 12 |
Oil capacity | 7.4 qts
7.0 L |
Coolant capacity | 12.7 qts
12.0 L |
Transmission
Transmission — Syncro-Range
Transmission | Syncro-Range |
Gears | 8 forward and 2 reverse |
Clutch | dry disc |
Oil capacity | 51.8 qts
49.0 L |
With 18.4x34 rear tires. | |
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Dimensions
John Deere 3330 Tires | |
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Ag front | 6.50x16 |
7.50x16 | |
Ag rear | 15.5x38 |
18.4x34 | |
Dimensions | |
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Wheelbase | 93.3 inches
236 cm |
Length | 152 inches
386 cm |
Width | 89.8 inches*Minimum width
228 cm |
Shipping weight | 10430 lbs
4731 kg |
Ground clearance | 26.4 inches
67 cm |
John Deere 3330 Height | |
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Steering wheel | 77.6 inches
197 cm |
Hood | 67.3 inches
170 cm |
Exhaust | 88.2 inches
224 cm |
Recommended Implements & Sizing Guide
Engineering recommendations for John Deere 3330 based on its 78.6 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 3330.
Estimated Continuous Field Runtime: 9.4 hrs
Approximately 9.4 hours of continuous field operation at ~75% rated power on a full tank (38.3 gal / 145 L).
Estimated 75% Load Fuel Burn~4.1 gal/hr (15.5 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 3330 Specification Unit Converter
Convert power, fluid capacities, and operating weights between metric and imperial standards for John Deere 3330.
Converted Equivalents:
Horsepower (HP)78.6 hp
Kilowatts (kW)58.6 kW
Metric Horsepower (PS / CV)79.7 PS
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