John Deere 350C

The John Deere 350C is a crawler tractor that was made from 1975 to 1985. It's a tough machine built for heavy work on farms and construction sites. This tractor has tracks instead of wheels, which helps it move well on rough ground. The 350C has a strong diesel engine made by John Deere. It has 3 cylinders and can produce 46 horsepower. The engine is cooled by liquid to keep it running smoothly. The tractor has a shuttle transmission with 4 forward and 4 reverse gears, making it easy to change direction. It also has a clutch-brake system for steering. The 350C is big and heavy, weighing 10,150 pounds. It's about 11 feet long and 7.5 feet tall. Farmers can add a PTO that spins at 540 rpm for using different tools. The tractor comes with a canopy to protect the driver, and a cab is available for extra comfort.

ManufacturerJohn DeerePower46 hp(34.3 kW)Class40–60 HP tractors →Engine3-cylinderTransmissionShuttle with wet disc clutch
John Deere 350C

Key specifications

Category
Crawler
Engine power
46hp
Operating weight
10,150 lb
Transmission
Shuttle with wet disc clutch
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350C compared with its category

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Distribution

Engine Power (hp)

All recorded Crawler tractors

46 hp · 26th

This model

18
Median 200 hp
508
This modelCrawler tractorsMediann = 142

The 350C ranks at the 26th percentile for engine power among recorded crawler tractors.

Overview

About the John Deere 350C

The John Deere 350C is a crawler tractor that was made from 1975 to 1985. It's a tough machine built for heavy work on farms and construction sites. This tractor has tracks instead of wheels, which helps it move well on rough ground. The 350C has a strong diesel engine made by John Deere. It has 3 cylinders and can produce 46 horsepower. The engine is cooled by liquid to keep it running smoothly. The tractor has a shuttle transmission with 4 forward and 4 reverse gears, making it easy to change direction. It also has a clutch-brake system for steering. The 350C is big and heavy, weighing 10,150 pounds. It's about 11 feet long and 7.5 feet tall. Farmers can add a PTO that spins at 540 rpm for using different tools. The tractor comes with a canopy to protect the driver, and a cab is available for extra comfort.

Full specifications

Recorded specifications

General

ManufacturerJohn Deere
Model350C
CategoryCrawler tractor
TypeCrawler
Years built1975–1985
Operating weight10,150lb(4,604 kg)

Engine

MakeJohn Deere
ModelJohn Deere
Power46hp(34.3 kW)
Cylinders3
Displacement152ci(2.49 L)
Bore3.86in(98.04 mm)
Stroke4.33in(110 mm)

Transmission

TypeShuttle with wet disc clutch
Forward gears4
Reverse gears4

Chassis & drive

ChassisCrawler
SteeringClutch-brake system
CabFour-post ROPS with canopy or cab (optional)

Hydraulics

TypeOpen center

Power take-off

Rear PTOOptional
PTO speed540rpm

Dimensions

Length131.9in(3,350 mm)
Width14in(355.6 mm)
Height90.9in(2,309 mm)
Operating weight10,150lb(4,604 kg)

Capacities

Cooling system3.25gal(12.3 L)

Closest alternatives

350C compared with the nearest models by horsepower

The closest crawler models to the John Deere 350C by rated horsepower are the John Deere 350B and the John Deere 350 Loader. The John Deere 350B matches it on rated power and weighs 1,780 lb more, so it carries more weight per horsepower, which helps traction in draft work. It entered production in 1970, 5 years before the 350C. The John Deere 350 Loader matches it on rated power and weighs 1,420 lb more, at 252 lb per horsepower against 221 lb. It entered production in 1965, 10 years before the 350C. Of the 3 models, the 350C has the lowest weight per horsepower at 221 lb per hp.

John Deere 350C compared with John Deere 350B and John Deere 350 Loader
SpecJohn Deere 350CJohn Deere 350BJohn Deere 350 Loader
Engine power46 hp34.3 kW46 hp34.3 kW46 hp34.3 kW
Operating weight10,150 lb4,604 kg11,927 lb5,410 kg11,570 lb5,248 kg
Weight per hp221 lb/hp134 kg/kW259 lb/hp158 kg/kW252 lb/hp153 kg/kW
Displacement152 ci2.49 L152 ci2.49 L152 ci2.49 L
Cylinders333
TransmissionShuttle with wet disc clutchGear typeGear type/Shuttle
Years built1975-19851970-19741965-1970

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Category medians

350C vs. Crawler median

John Deere 350C compared with other Crawler tractors

SpecThis modelCrawler medianDifferencePercentile
Engine Power46 hp200 hp-77%26th
Engine Displacement152 ci468 ci-68%20th
Cylinders36-50%10th
Forward Gears410-60%16th
Operating Weight10,150 lb23,320 lb-56%32nd
Length132 in146 in-10%40th
Width14 in79.5 in-82%1st
Height90.9 in90.6 in0%50th

Medians and percentiles are calculated from the crawler tractors in the database that have a recorded value for each specification (sample size 134–192 models).

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FAQ

Frequently asked questions

When was the John Deere 350C made?

The John Deere 350C was manufactured from 1975 to 1985.

What type of hydraulic system does the John Deere 350C use?

Hydraulics on the John Deere 350C are Open center.

What is the engine power output of the John Deere 350C?

Rated engine output for the John Deere 350C is 46 hp, delivered by a 3-cylinder engine. The engine displaces 152 ci.

What is the operating weight of the John Deere 350C?

The John Deere 350C has an operating weight of about 10,150 lb.

Which transmission does the John Deere 350C use?

The John Deere 350C is equipped with a Shuttle with wet disc clutch transmission with 4 forward gears.

How do I maintain a John Deere 350C?

Routine service for the John Deere 350C covers engine oil and filter changes, hydraulic and coolant level checks, air filter cleaning, and scheduled inspections. Refer to the manufacturer's maintenance schedule for exact intervals.