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John Deere WA-14

The John Deere WA-14 is a tractor produced by John Deere. It is equipped with a 855 ci 14.0 L engine. The listed engine power is Diesel (listed): 225 hp / 167.8 kW. Transmission: Fuller RTO-910. Operating weight: 26,520 lbs 12029 kg.

Engine Power
Diesel (listed): 225 hp / 167.8 kW
Fuel & Capacities
120 gal 454.2 L
Transmission
Fuller RTO-910
Operating Weight
26,520 lbs 12029 kg

Overview

John Deere WA-14 tractor photo
1968 - 1970 Four-wheel Drive (4WD) tractorWagner built Four-wheel Drive (4WD) tractor Wagner built
Production
Distributor
John Deere
Manufacturer
Wagner
Four-wheel Drive (4WD) tractor
Built in Portland, Oregon, USA
Total built
23
Original price was $35,990 in 1969
Wagner was a tractor and logging machinery firm in Oregon. Deere contracted with Wagner to build large four-wheel-drive tractors during the period after the 8020 and before the introduction of the 7020.
John Deere WA-14 Engine
Cummins 14.0L 6-cyl diesel
Engine details ...
John Deere WA-14 Transmission
10-speed
Transmission details ...
John Deere WA-14 Power
Engine
225 hp 167.8 kW
Drawbar (claimed)
178 hp 132.7 kW
Mechanical
Four-wheel drive
Final drives
planetary
Steering
power
Pneumatic brakes
Open operator station. Cab optional. Heat and air-conditioning optional.
Capacity
Fuel
120 gal 454.2 L
Hydraulic system
52 gal 196.8 L
Steering
160 qts 151.4 L
Hydraulics
Type
open center
Capacity
52 gal 196.8 L
Valves
2 or 3
Pump flow
15 gpm 56.8 lpm
35 gpmOptOptional 132.5 lpm
Total flow
45 gpm 170.3 lpm
65 gpmOptOptional 246.0 lpm
Steering flow
30 gpm 113.6 lpm
Steering cap.
160 qts 151.4 L
Dimensions & Tires
Wheelbase
136 inches 345 cm
Weight
26,520 lbs 12029 kg
Front tire
23.1-30
Rear tire
23.1-30
Full dimensions and tires ...
Electrical
Ground
negative
Charging system
alternator
Batteries
2
Battery volts
12
Battery AH
205
Battery Group
8D
References
WA-14 references literature
The John Deere 20 Series New Generation Tractors by Benjamin Hain
Standard and 4-Wheel-Drive Tractors: 70 to 280 HP published in 1970, by John Deere
New 225-hp and 280-hp four-wheel-drive Tractors published in 1969, by John Deere
WA-14 and WA-17 Operator's Manual (OM-GA1002) published in 1968

Engine

Engine Detail — 855 ci / 14.0 L Diesel

Manufacturer
Cummins N855C1
Fuel Type
Diesel
Configuration
6-cylinder, liquid-cooled inline
Displacement
855 ci 14.0 L
Bore/Stroke
5.50x6.00 inches 140 x 152 mm
Power
225 hp 167.8 kW
Air cleaner
dry
Compression
14.9:1
Rated RPM
2100
Starter volts
24
Coolant capacity
50 qts 47.3 L
Oil capacity
40 qts 37.9 L
Oil change
200 h

Transmission

Transmission — Fuller RTO-910

Transmission
Fuller RTO-910
Gears
10 forward and 2 reverse
Clutch
355.6mm dry discs
Five forward and one reverse with air-assist hi/lo range selection. Shifting on the move possible by double clutching.
WA-14 RTO-910 speeds

Dimensions

John Deere WA-14 Tires
Ag front
23.1-30
Ag rear
23.1-30
Ag front
18.4-34
Ag rear
18.4-34
Dimensions
Wheelbase
136 inches 345 cm
Length
257 inches 652 cm
Width
104 inches 264 cm
Height
99 inches 251 cm
Height (cab)
130 inches 330 cm
Weight
26,520 lbs 12029 kg
Ground clearance
19 inches 48 cm

Recommended Implements & Sizing Guide

Engineering recommendations for John Deere WA-14 based on its 225 HP power envelope and ASAE agricultural standards.

Implement & OperationRecommended SizeWorkload RatingEngineering Notes
Moldboard PlowPrimary Tillage
8+ Bottom On-Land Hitch8+ 铧重型机外牵引犁Commercial / Field ScaleHigh horsepower articulated/4WD field plowing.
Rotary Cutter / MowerMowing & Clearing
15 to 20 ft Batwing4.6 - 6.1 m 宽幅折叠翼Commercial / Field ScaleLarge commercial field and roadside mowing operations.
Rotary TillerSeedbed Prep
90 to 120 in Heavy Duty230 - 300 cm 重型旋耕机Commercial / Field ScaleDeep intensive seedbed preparation for commercial row crops.
Disc HarrowSecondary Tillage
24 to 36 ft Heavy Duty Field Disc7.3 - 11.0 m 超宽重型整地耙Commercial / Field ScaleBroad-acre grain tillage for high-drawbar tractors.
Hay BalerHay & Forage
Large Square Baler (3x4 or 4x4)大方捆商用打捆机 (1.2x1.2 m)Commercial / Field ScaleHigh-capacity commercial forage harvesting (1000 RPM PTO).
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 WA-14.

Estimated Continuous Field Runtime: 10.3 hrs

Approximately 10.3 hours of continuous field operation at ~75% rated power on a full tank (120 gal / 454.2 L).

Estimated 75% Load Fuel Burn~11.7 gal/hr (44.3 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 WA-14 Specification Unit Converter

Convert power, fluid capacities, and operating weights between metric and imperial standards for John Deere WA-14.

Converted Equivalents:

Horsepower (HP)225 hp
Kilowatts (kW)167.8 kW
Metric Horsepower (PS / CV)228.1 PS

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