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John Deere A
The John Deere A is a row crop tractor that was made from 1947 to 1952. It has a 2WD design with manual steering and a simple gear transmission. This tractor is built for farm work and has six forward gears and one reverse gear. Under the hood, the John Deere A has a liquid-cooled, 2-cylinder engine. It runs on gasoline or all-fuel and has average power for its time, with 26.6 hp. The engine is naturally aspirated, which means it doesn't use a turbocharger. It has a 540 rpm PTO for running farm tools. The tractor weighs 3900 lb and has an open operator station, which was common for its era. It uses an electric starter and has mechanical brakes. This tractor is compact, measuring 133.9 inches long, 86.2 inches wide, and 63.8 inches tall. It has agricultural tires and an open center hydraulic system. The John Deere A was designed for row crop work and could handle various farm tasks. Its simple design made it easy to maintain and repair, which was important for farmers in the late 1940s and early 1950s.
ManufacturerJohn DeerePower26.6 hpEngine2-cylTransUnsynchronized gear
Quick specs
- Category
- Row Crop
- Engine Power Output
- 27hp
- Operating Weight
- 3,900 lb
- Transmission
- Unsynchronized gear
At a glance
How the A compares
vs. Row Crop medianDistribution
Engine Power (hp)
Across all Row Crop tractors
26.6 hp · 2nd
This model
12
Median 138 hp
283
This modelRow Crop tractorsMediann = 1,206
The A ranks at the 2nd percentile for engine power among recorded row crop tractors.
Overview
About the John Deere A
The John Deere A is a row crop tractor that was made from 1947 to 1952. It has a 2WD design with manual steering and a simple gear transmission. This tractor is built for farm work and has six forward gears and one reverse gear. Under the hood, the John Deere A has a liquid-cooled, 2-cylinder engine. It runs on gasoline or all-fuel and has average power for its time, with 26.6 hp. The engine is naturally aspirated, which means it doesn't use a turbocharger. It has a 540 rpm PTO for running farm tools. The tractor weighs 3900 lb and has an open operator station, which was common for its era. It uses an electric starter and has mechanical brakes. This tractor is compact, measuring 133.9 inches long, 86.2 inches wide, and 63.8 inches tall. It has agricultural tires and an open center hydraulic system. The John Deere A was designed for row crop work and could handle various farm tasks. Its simple design made it easy to maintain and repair, which was important for farmers in the late 1940s and early 1950s.
Full specifications
Every recorded spec
General
| Manufacturer | John Deere |
|---|---|
| Model | A |
| Category | Row Crop tractor |
| Type | 4x2 2WD |
| Years built | 1947–1952 |
| Operating weight | 3,900lb |
Engine
| Make | John Deere |
|---|---|
| Model | A |
| Power | 26.6hp |
| Cylinders | 2 |
| Displacement | 321ci |
| Bore | 5.51in |
| Stroke | 6.73in |
Transmission
| Type | Unsynchronized gear |
|---|---|
| Forward gears | 6 |
| Reverse gears | 1 |
Chassis & drive
| Chassis | 4x2 2WD |
|---|---|
| Drive | 2WD |
| Steering | Manual |
| Brakes | Differential mechanical expanding shoe |
| Cab | Open |
Hydraulics
| Type | Open center |
|---|
Power take-off
| Rear PTO | Transmission |
|---|---|
| PTO speed | 540rpm |
Dimensions
| Length | 133.9in |
|---|---|
| Width | 86.2in |
| Height | 63.8in |
| Operating weight | 3,900lb |
Capacities
| Cooling system | 9.5gal |
|---|
Head to head
A vs. Row Crop median
How the John Deere A compares to other Row Crop tractors
| Spec | This model | Row Crop median | Difference | Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine Power | 26.6 hp | 138 hp | -81% | 2nd |
| Engine Displacement | 321 ci | 391 ci | -18% | 35th |
| Cylinders | 2 | 6 | -67% | 1st |
| Forward Gears | 6 | 16 | -62% | 11th |
| Operating Weight | 3,900 lb | 12,307 lb | -68% | 5th |
| Length | 134 in | 180 in | -25% | 8th |
| Width | 86.2 in | 91.2 in | -5% | 39th |
| Height | 63.8 in | 114 in | -44% | 4th |
Medians and percentiles are computed from the row crop tractors in our database with a recorded value for each spec (sample sizes 806–1,417 models).
Compare to tractors with similar specs
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| Tractor | Engine Power | Operating Weight | Years | Compare |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| John Deere 2520 | 26.4 hp | 7,130 lb | — | Compare → |
| John Deere MT | 20.78 hp | 3,233 lb | 1949–1952 | Compare → |
| John Deere G (1937-1941) | 20.7 hp | 5,004 lb | 1937–1941 | Compare → |
| John Deere G (1942-1948) | 20.7 hp | 5,291 lb | 1942–1948 | Compare → |
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|---|---|---|---|---|
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FAQ
Common questions
What years was the John Deere A manufactured?
Production of the John Deere A ran from 1947 through 1952.
What is the working weight of the John Deere A?
The operating weight of the John Deere A is approximately 3,900 lb.
What type of transmission does the John Deere A have?
The John Deere A uses an Unsynchronized gear transmission offering 6 forward gears.
What type of hydraulic system does the John Deere A use?
Hydraulics on the John Deere A are Open center.
How powerful is the John Deere A?
The John Deere A has an engine power output of 26.6 hp. It is powered by a 2-cylinder engine displacing 321 ci.
What routine service does the John Deere A need?
Regular maintenance for the John Deere A includes checking and changing engine oil, hydraulic fluid, and filters, plus routine inspections as recommended in the owner's manual. Always follow the manufacturer's maintenance schedule for specific intervals and procedures.