John Deere 650
The John Deere 650 is a tractor produced by John Deere. It is equipped with a 52.1 ci 0.9 L engine. The listed engine power is Diesel (gross): 17 hp / 12.7 kW. Transmission: 8 forward and 2 reverse. Operating weight: 650 lbs 294 kg.
Engine Power
Diesel (gross): 17 hp / 12.7 kW
Fuel & Capacities
6.2 gal
23.5 L
Transmission
8 forward and 2 reverse
Operating Weight
650 lbs
294 kg
Overview
 | 1981 - 1988
50 Compact SeriesCompact Utility tractorYanmar built
50 Compact Series
Compact Utility tractor
Yanmar built |
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Production | |
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Distributor | John Deere |
Manufacturer | Yanmar |
Compact Utility tractor | |
Built in Japan | |
Original price | $6,030 (1983 2WD ) |
$8,400 (1989 2WD ) | |
$9,300 (1989 4WD ) | |
John Deere 650 Engine | |
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Yanmar 0.9L 2-cyl diesel | |
Engine details ...  |
John Deere 650 Transmission | |
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8-speed gear | |
Transmission details ...  |
John Deere 650 Power | |
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Engine (gross) | 17 hp
12.7 kW |
PTO (claimed) | 14.5 hp
10.8 kW |
Mechanical | |
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Two- or four-wheel drive | |
Differential lock | mechanical rear |
Steering | manual |
power OptOptional | |
Differential mechanical dry, internal expanding shoe brakes | |
Two-post fixed ROPS. | |
Capacity | |
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Fuel | 6.2 gal
23.5 L |
Hydraulic system | 3.75 gal
14.2 L |
Hydraulics | |
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Type | open center |
Capacity | 3.75 gal
14.2 L |
Pressure | 2030 psi
140.0 bar |
Valves | 2 OptOptional |
Tractor hitch | |
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Rear Type | I |
Control | position control |
Power Take-off (PTO) | |
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Rear PTO | transmission |
Clutch | 200mm over-running dry disc |
Rear PTO Type | 540 (1.375) |
Engine RPM | 540@2350 |
Front PTO | independent OptOptional |
Clutch | electro-magnetic |
Dimensions & Tires | |
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Wheelbase | 56.1 inches
142 cm |
Weight | 1530 to 1640 pounds |
Front tire | 5.00-12 |
Rear tire | 9.5-16 |
Full dimensions and tires ...  | |
Electrical | |
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Ground | negative |
Charging system | alternator |
Charging amps | 15 |
Battery CCA | 370 |
Battery volts | 12 |
Battery Group | BCI 24 |
References | |
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Consumer Products Price List published in 1983, by John Deere | |
Grounds Care Equipment Purchasing Guide published in 1983, by John Deere | |
Powerful Pickups published in 1990, by John Deere | |
Compact Utility/Utility Tractors Product Information Handbook published in 1983, by John Deere | |
Compact Utility Tractors published in 1981, by John Deere | |
Compact Utility Diesel Tractors 14.5 to 40 PTO hp published in 1982, by John Deere | |
Diesel Tractors 14.5 to 60 PTO hp published in 1984, by John Deere | |
Mechanical Front-Wheel Drive published in 1984, by John Deere |
Engine
Engine Detail — 52.1 ci / 0.9 L Diesel
Manufacturer | Yanmar 2T80 |
Fuel Type | Diesel |
Configuration | 2-cylinder, liquid-cooled inline |
Displacement | 52.1 ci
0.9 L |
Bore/Stroke | 3.15x3.35 inches
80 x 85 mm |
Power (gross) | 17 hp
12.7 kW |
Air cleaner | dry |
Pre-heating | therostart |
Compression | 22.5:1 |
Rated RPM | 2600 |
Starter volts | 12 |
Oil capacity | 2.5 qts
2.4 L |
Coolant capacity | 4.0 qts
3.8 L |
Intake valve clearance | 0.008 inches
0.203 mm |
Exhaust valve clearance | 0.008 inches
0.203 mm |
Transmission
Transmission — 8 forward and 2 reverse gear
Type | gear |
Gears | 8 forward and 2 reverse |
Clutch | 200mm dry disc |
Oil capacity | 14 qts
13.2 L |
Four gears, plus reverse, in two ranges. | |
With 9.5-16 rear tires. | |
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Dimensions
John Deere 650 Tires | |
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Standard tires (ag) | Front: 5.00-12. Rear: 9.5-16 |
Front: 6-12. Rear: 9.5-16 | |
Lawn/turf front | 23/8.5-12 |
Lawn/turf rear | 31/15.5-15 |
Dimensions | |
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Wheelbase | 56.1 inches
142 cm |
Length | 107.5 inches
273 cm |
Width | 43.2 inches
109 cm |
2WD Clearance (front axle) | 13.5 inches
34 cm |
4WD Clearance (front axle) | 10.4 inches
26 cm |
2WD Front tread | 33 inches
83 cm |
4WD Front tread | 34 inches
86 cm |
Rear tread | 32/35 inches
81/88 cm |
John Deere 650 Weight | |
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2WD Shipping | 1530 lbs
694 kg |
4WD Shipping | 1640 lbs
743 kg |
Max Drawbar | 550 lbs
249 kg |
John Deere 650 Height | |
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2WD Hood | 43.1 inches
109 cm |
4WD Hood | 44.7 inches
113 cm |
ROPS | 73.4 inches
186 cm |
Exhaust | 75.2 inches
191 cm |
Attachments
Attachment overview | |
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60" mid-mount mower deck | |
Snowblower | |
Blade | |
John Deere 67 loader | |
John Deere 60 loader | |
Backhoe | |
Advertised attachments included the model 448 tiller and a 54-inch rotary mower. |
60" Mower deck | |
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Type | mid-mount John Deere 160 |
3-blade | |
Cutting width | 60 inches
152 cm |
Weight | 310 lbs
140 kg |
Overall width | 72.5 inches
184 cm |
John Deere 7 Backhoe | |
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Backhoe type | John Deere 7 Backhoe |
Weight | 650 lbs
294 kg |
Transport height | 69 inches
175 cm |
Digging depth | 90 inches
228 cm |
Reach from pivot | 114 inches
289 cm |
Loading height | 70 inches
177 cm |
Bucket Rotation | 180° |
Swing Arc | 180° |
Recommended Implements & Sizing Guide
Engineering recommendations for John Deere 650 based on its 17 HP power envelope and ASAE agricultural standards.
| Implement & Operation | Recommended Size | Workload Rating | Engineering Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
Moldboard PlowPrimary Tillage | 1 to 2 Bottom (12")1 - 2 铧 (30 cm) | Light Duty | Ideal for garden plots and light sandy soil. |
Rotary Cutter / MowerMowing & Clearing | 4 ft (48 in)1.2 m | Light Duty | Pasture clipping and light brush under 1" diameter. |
Rotary TillerSeedbed Prep | 42 to 48 in105 - 120 cm | Light Duty | Covers compact tractor tire width. |
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 650.
Estimated Continuous Field Runtime: 7 hrs
Approximately 7 hours of continuous field operation at ~75% rated power on a full tank (6.2 gal / 23.5 L).
Estimated 75% Load Fuel Burn~0.9 gal/hr (3.3 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 650 Specification Unit Converter
Convert power, fluid capacities, and operating weights between metric and imperial standards for John Deere 650.
Converted Equivalents:
Horsepower (HP)17 hp
Kilowatts (kW)12.7 kW
Metric Horsepower (PS / CV)17.2 PS
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