John Deere 970

The John Deere 970 is a tractor produced by John Deere. It is equipped with a 110.8 ci 1.8 L engine. The rated power output is 33 hp 24.6 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 $16,500 in 1998

John Deere 970 Engine
Yanmar 1.8L 4-cyl diesel
Engine details ...

John Deere 970 Power
Engine (net)	33 hp 24.6 kW
PTO (claimed)	30 hp 22.4 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	8.5 qts 8.0 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	8.7 gpm 32.9 lpm
Total flow	8.7 gpm (manual steering) 32.9 lpm
	13 gpm (power steering) 49.2 lpm
Steering flow	4.3 gpm 16.3 lpm

Tractor hitch
Rear Type	I
Control	position control
Rear lift (at 24"/610mm)	2020 lbs 916 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	68.9 inches 175 cm
Weight	2670 to 3045 pounds
Front tire	5.50-16
2WD Rear tire	12.4-28
Full dimensions and tires ...

Electrical
Ground	negative
Charging system	alternator
Charging amps	20
Battery CCA	550
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
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
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.

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 — 110.8 ci / 1.8 L Diesel

Manufacturer	Yanmar 4TN82
Fuel Type	Diesel
Configuration	4-cylinder, liquid-cooled
Displacement	110.8 ci 1.8 L
Bore/Stroke	3.22x3.39 inches 82 x 86 mm
Power (net)	33 hp 24.6 kW
Fuel system	direct injection
Air cleaner	dry
Pre-heating	air intake heater
Compression	18.1:1
Rated RPM	2600
Operating RPM	800-2775
Starter volts	12
Coolant capacity	6.1 qts 5.8 L
Oil capacity	5.6 qts 5.3 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
9-speed partially synchronized

Transmission — 9 forward and 3 reverse

Gears	9 forward and 3 reverse
Clutch	225mm dry disc
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 rear tires.

Transmission — 9 forward and 3 reverse partially synchronized

Type	partially synchronized
Gears	9 forward and 3 reverse
Clutch	225mm dry disc
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 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 970 Tires
2WD Standard tires (ag)	Front: 5.50-16. Rear: 12.4-28
4WD Standard tires (ag)	Front: 7-16. Rear: 13.6-24
2WD Optional tires (ag)	Front: 5.00-15. Rear: 11.2-24
2WD Optional tires (ag)	Front: 5.00-15. Rear: 12.4-24
2WD Optional tires (ag)	Front: 5.50-16. Rear: 13.6-24
4WD Optional tires (ag)	Front: 7-16. Rear: 12.4-28
Lawn/turf front	27x8.50-15
Lawn/turf rear	44x18.00-20

Dimensions
Wheelbase	68.9 inches 175 cm
Length	123 inches 312 cm
2WD Width	57.8 inches*Minimum width. 146 cm
4WD Width	59.8 inches*Minimum width. 151 cm
2WD Weight	2670 lbs 1211 kg
4WD Weight	3045 lbs 1381 kg
2WD Clearance (front axle)	14.6 inches 37 cm
4WD Clearance (front axle)	13.7 inches 34 cm
2WD Front tread	48 to 65 inches 121 to 165 cm
4WD Front tread	50 to 62 inches 127 to 157 cm
Rear tread	45.3 to 59 inches 115 to 149 cm

John Deere 970 Height
2WD Hood	53.2 inches 135 cm
4WD Hood	52.2 inches 132 cm
2WD ROPS	84.8 inches 215 cm
4WD ROPS	83.7 inches 212 cm
2WD Exhaust	77.2 inches 196 cm
4WD Exhaust	77.7 inches 197 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