John Deere 870

The John Deere 870 is a tractor produced by John Deere. It is equipped with a 87.3 ci 1.4 L engine. The rated power output is 28 hp 20.9 kW. Transmission: 9 forward and 3 reverse. Operating weight: 1260 lbs 571 kg.

Overview

	1989 - 1998 70 Compact SeriesCompact Utility tractorYanmar built
1989 - 1998
70 Compact Series
Compact Utility tractor
Yanmar built

1989 - 1998
70 Compact Series
Compact Utility tractor
Yanmar built

Production
Distributor	John Deere
Manufacturer	Yanmar
Compact Utility tractor
Built in Japan
Original price was $14,000 in 1998

John Deere 870 Engine
Yanmar 1.4L 3-cyl diesel
Engine details ...

John Deere 870 Power
Engine (net)	28 hp 20.9 kW
PTO (claimed)	25 hp 18.6 kW

Mechanical
Two- or four-wheel drive
Final drives	planetary
Differential lock	mechanical rear
Steering	manual
Steering	power OptOptional
Wet disc brakes
Two-post ROPS.

Capacity
Fuel	8.5 gal 32.2 L
Hydraulic system	5.5 gal 20.8 L
Front axle	6.9 qts 6.5 L

Hydraulics
Type	open center
Capacity	5.5 gal 20.8 L
Pressure	2250 psi 155.1 bar
Rear valves	2 OptOptional
Mid valves	2 OptOptional
Pump flow	8.1 gpm 30.7 lpm
Total flow	8.1 gpm (manual steering) 30.7 lpm
	12.4 gpm (power steering) 46.9 lpm
Steering flow	4.3 gpm 16.3 lpm

Tractor hitch
Rear Type	I
Control	position control
Rear lift (at 24"/610mm)	1880 lbs 852 kg

Power Take-off (PTO)
Rear PTO	live *Two-stage clutch
Rear PTO Type	540 (1.375)
Engine RPM	540@2600
Mid PTO	live *Optional. Independent engagement of mid, rear, or both PTO shafts.
Mid PTO Type	2100
Engine RPM	2100@2600

Dimensions & Tires
Wheelbase	67.5 inches 171 cm
Weight	2515 to 2670 pounds
Front tire	5.00-15
2WD Rear tire	11.2-24
Full dimensions and tires ...

Electrical
Ground	negative
Charging system	alternator
Charging amps	20
Battery CCA	447
Battery volts	12

References
Grounds Care & Recreation Products Sales Manual published in 1989, by John Deere
Lawn & Grounds Care Sales Manual published in 1997, by John Deere*
Commercial & Consumer Equipment Sales Manual published in 1999, by John Deere
Golf & Turf Equipment Purchasing Guide published in 1993, by John Deere
Golf & Turf Equipment Purchasing Guide published in 1997, by John Deere
Golf and Turf Equipment Purchasing Guide published in 1998, by John Deere
Compact Tractors Under 40 Horsepower published in 1991, by John Deere
Compact Utility Tractors published in 1993, by John Deere
John Deere Compact Utility Tractors published in 1995
Compact Utility Tractors Product Information Handbook published in 1991, by John Deere
*Publication contains known errors.
Operator's Manual 410 and 420 Loaders (OMC49370) published in 2005
Operator's Manual 410 and 440 Loaders (OMW44193) published in 1997
Operator's Manual 870, 970, and 1070 Compact Utility Tractors (OMM95327) published in 1991

Engine

	1989 - 1998 70 Compact SeriesCompact Utility tractorYanmar built
1989 - 1998
70 Compact Series
Compact Utility tractor
Yanmar built

1989 - 1998
70 Compact Series
Compact Utility tractor
Yanmar built

Engine Detail — 87.3 ci / 1.4 L Diesel

Manufacturer	Yanmar 3TN84
Fuel Type	Diesel
Configuration	3-cylinder, liquid-cooled
Displacement	87.3 ci 1.4 L
Bore/Stroke	3.31x3.39 inches 84 x 86 mm
Power (net)	28 hp 20.9 kW
Fuel system	direct injection
Air cleaner	dry with safety element
Pre-heating	air intake heater
Compression	17.8:1
Rated RPM	2600
Operating RPM	800-2775
Starter volts	12
Coolant capacity	5.5 qts 5.2 L
Oil capacity	5.1 qts 4.8 L
Oil change	200 h

Transmission

	1989 - 1998 70 Compact SeriesCompact Utility tractorYanmar built
1989 - 1998
70 Compact Series
Compact Utility tractor
Yanmar built

1989 - 1998
70 Compact Series
Compact Utility tractor
Yanmar built

Transmission options
9-speed unsynchronized gear
9-speed partially synchronized

Transmission — 9 forward and 3 reverse unsynchronized gear

Type	unsynchronized gear
Gears	9 forward and 3 reverse
Clutch	225mm dry two-stage
Oil capacity	22 qts 20.8 L
Three speeds (1-3) plus reverse (R) with three ranges (1-3). The collar shift was the standard transmission. Tractor must be stopped, and clutch used, to shift gears or ranges.
With 12.4-28 R1 rear tires.

Transmission — 9 forward and 3 reverse partially synchronized

Type	partially synchronized
Gears	9 forward and 3 reverse
Clutch	225mm dry two-stage
Oil capacity	22 qts 20.8 L
Three speeds, plus reverse, in three ranges. Speeds may be shifted on the move. Tractor must be stopped to shift ranges.
With 12.4-28 R1 rear tires.

Dimensions

	1989 - 1998 70 Compact SeriesCompact Utility tractorYanmar built
1989 - 1998
70 Compact Series
Compact Utility tractor
Yanmar built

1989 - 1998
70 Compact Series
Compact Utility tractor
Yanmar built

John Deere 870 Tires
2WD Standard tires (ag)	Front: 5.00-15. Rear: 11.2-24
4WD Standard tires (ag)	Front: 7-14. Rear: 12.4-24
2WD Optional tires (ag)	Front: 5.00-15. Rear: 12.4-24
Lawn/turf front	25x8.50-14
Lawn/turf rear	355/80D-20

Dimensions
Wheelbase	67.5 inches 171 cm
Length	123 inches 312 cm
2WD Width	53.3 inches*Minimum width. 135 cm
4WD Width	58.7 inches*Minimum width. 149 cm
2WD Weight	2515 lbs 1140 kg
4WD Weight	2670 lbs 1211 kg
2WD Clearance (front axle)	11.9 inches 30 cm
4WD Clearance (front axle)	12.7 inches 32 cm
2WD Front tread	45.9 to 57.9 inches 116 to 147 cm
4WD Front tread	39.5 inches 100 cm
Rear tread	46.2 to 58 inches 117 to 147 cm

John Deere 870 Height
2WD Hood	50.4 inches 128 cm
4WD Hood	51.2 inches 130 cm
2WD ROPS	81.9 inches 208 cm
4WD ROPS	82.8 inches 210 cm
2WD Exhaust	76 inches 193 cm
4WD Exhaust	76.9 inches 195 cm

Attachments

	1989 - 1998 70 Compact SeriesCompact Utility tractorYanmar built
1989 - 1998
70 Compact Series
Compact Utility tractor
Yanmar built

1989 - 1998
70 Compact Series
Compact Utility tractor
Yanmar built

Attachment overview
72.8" mid-mount mower deck
Blade
John Deere 80 loader
John Deere 440 loader
Backhoe

72.8" Mower deck
Type	mid-mount John Deere 72
	3-blade with hydraulic lift
Cutting width	72.8 inches 184 cm
Weight	448 lbs 203 kg
Overall width	85 inches 215 cm
Cut height	1.5 to 8.6 inch 3 to 21 cm

John Deere 8A Backhoe
Backhoe type	John Deere 8A Backhoe
Weight	1243 lbs 563 kg
Transport height	81 inches 205 cm
Bucket width	12 inches 30 cm
	18 inches 45 cm
	24 inches 60 cm
	36 inches 91 cm
2-Foot flat digging depth	102 inches 259 cm
Reach from pivot	133 inches 337 cm
Loading height	82 inches 208 cm
Bucket Rotation	180°
Swing Arc	180°
Bucket force	2992 lbs 1357 kg
Dipperstick force	1995 lbs 904 kg

John Deere 8B Backhoe
Backhoe type	John Deere 8B Backhoe
Weight	1260 lbs 571 kg
Transport height	81 inches 205 cm
Bucket width	12 inches 30 cm
	18 inches 45 cm
	24 inches 60 cm
	36 inches 91 cm
2-Foot flat digging depth	102 inches 259 cm
Reach from pivot	133 inches 337 cm
Loading height	82 inches 208 cm
Bucket Rotation	180°
Swing Arc	180°
Bucket force	3389 lbs 1537 kg
Dipperstick force	2213 lbs 1003 kg