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Johnson Manufacturing New Deal
The Johnson Manufacturing New Deal is a compact 2WD tractor built for light farming tasks. It features a 4x2 chassis and a simple manual transmission with 3 forward gears and 1 reverse gear. This makes it easy to operate for beginners and experienced farmers alike. Under the hood, the New Deal boasts a Ford-made gasoline engine. This 4-cylinder engine is liquid-cooled and naturally aspirated, providing 20 horsepower. It has a displacement of 177 cubic inches, with a bore of 3.75 inches and a stroke of 4 inches. The tractor runs on agricultural tires, perfect for farm use. It's equipped with a Category 3 hitch, allowing it to handle a variety of attachments. The New Deal is designed for easy maneuverability, measuring 87 inches long, 52 inches wide, and 63 inches tall. It weighs 1,450 pounds, making it lightweight compared to larger farm tractors. The front tires are larger at 33 inches in diameter and 7.5 inches wide, while the rear tires are 20 inches in diameter and 4 inches wide. This setup provides good stability and traction for various farm tasks.
ManufacturerJohnson ManufacturingPower20 hpEngine4-cylTransManual
Quick specs
- Category
- Lawn and Garden
- Engine Power Output
- 20hp
- Operating Weight
- 1,450 lb
- Transmission
- Manual
At a glance
How the New Deal compares
vs. Lawn and Garden medianDistribution
Engine Power (hp)
Across all Lawn and Garden tractors
20 hp · 60th
This model
4
Median 18 hp
28
This modelLawn and Garden tractorsMediann = 380
The New Deal ranks at the 60th percentile for engine power among recorded lawn and garden tractors.
Overview
About the Johnson Manufacturing New Deal
The Johnson Manufacturing New Deal is a compact 2WD tractor built for light farming tasks. It features a 4x2 chassis and a simple manual transmission with 3 forward gears and 1 reverse gear. This makes it easy to operate for beginners and experienced farmers alike. Under the hood, the New Deal boasts a Ford-made gasoline engine. This 4-cylinder engine is liquid-cooled and naturally aspirated, providing 20 horsepower. It has a displacement of 177 cubic inches, with a bore of 3.75 inches and a stroke of 4 inches. The tractor runs on agricultural tires, perfect for farm use. It's equipped with a Category 3 hitch, allowing it to handle a variety of attachments. The New Deal is designed for easy maneuverability, measuring 87 inches long, 52 inches wide, and 63 inches tall. It weighs 1,450 pounds, making it lightweight compared to larger farm tractors. The front tires are larger at 33 inches in diameter and 7.5 inches wide, while the rear tires are 20 inches in diameter and 4 inches wide. This setup provides good stability and traction for various farm tasks.
Full specifications
Every recorded spec
General
| Manufacturer | Johnson Manufacturing |
|---|---|
| Model | New Deal |
| Category | Lawn and Garden tractor |
| Type | 4x2 2WD |
| Operating weight | 1,450lb |
Engine
| Make | Ford |
|---|---|
| Power | 20hp |
| Cylinders | 4 |
| Displacement | 177ci |
| Bore | 3.75in |
| Stroke | 4in |
Transmission
| Type | Manual |
|---|---|
| Forward gears | 3 |
| Reverse gears | 1 |
Chassis & drive
| Chassis | 4x2 2WD |
|---|---|
| Drive | 2WD |
Dimensions
| Length | 87in |
|---|---|
| Width | 52in |
| Height | 63in |
| Operating weight | 1,450lb |
Head to head
New Deal vs. Lawn and Garden median
How the Johnson Manufacturing New Deal compares to other Lawn and Garden tractors
| Spec | This model | Lawn and Garden median | Difference | Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine Power | 20 hp | 18 hp | +11% | 60th |
| Engine Displacement | 177 ci | 41.1 ci | +331% | 99th |
| Cylinders | 4 | 2 | +100% | 97th |
| Forward Gears | 3 | 6 | -50% | 10th |
| Operating Weight | 1,450 lb | 738 lb | +96% | 74th |
| Length | 87 in | 71.7 in | +21% | 81st |
| Width | 52 in | 43.3 in | +20% | 85th |
| Height | 63 in | 42.9 in | +47% | 81st |
Medians and percentiles are computed from the lawn and garden tractors in our database with a recorded value for each spec (sample sizes 152–380 models).
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How powerful is the Johnson Manufacturing New Deal?
The Johnson Manufacturing New Deal has an engine power output of 20 hp. It is powered by a 4-cylinder engine displacing 177 ci.
What three-point hitch category does the Johnson Manufacturing New Deal use?
The Johnson Manufacturing New Deal has a Category Category 3 three-point hitch.
What is the working weight of the Johnson Manufacturing New Deal?
The operating weight of the Johnson Manufacturing New Deal is approximately 1,450 lb.
What type of transmission does the Johnson Manufacturing New Deal have?
The Johnson Manufacturing New Deal uses a Manual transmission offering 3 forward gears.
What routine service does the Johnson Manufacturing New Deal need?
Regular maintenance for the Johnson Manufacturing New Deal 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.