All 96 values recorded for this model, as the source lists them and in its units. The spec sheet shows the same data checked, typed and converted.
Overview
Production
Manufacturer
John Deere
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Utility tractor
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Built in Dubuque, Iowa, USA
Total built
11,197 (420W)
Total built
7,580 (420T)
Total built
4,932 (420U)
Total built
3,908 (420S)
Total built
610 (420H)
Total built
86 (420V)
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Original price was $2300 in 1958
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The 420 had so many possible configurations, sales literature referred to the 420 "Fleet". There was a 420 General-Purpose, Standard, Hi-Crop, Special, Utility, and even Crawler versions, each with several wheel configurations.
Engine
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John Deere 1.9L 2-cyl gasoline
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John Deere 1.9L 2-cyl all-fuel
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John Deere 1.9L 2-cyl LP gas
Fuel tank
10.5 gal | 39.7 L
Fuel tank
20 gal (LP gas) | 75.7 L
Transmission
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4-speed unsynchronized gear
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5-speed unsynchronized gear
Power
Drawbar (tested)
26.15 hp | 19.5 kW
Belt (tested)
28.31 hp | 21.1 kW
Mechanical
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Two-wheel drive
Steering
manual
Steering
power optional
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Open operator station.
Hitch
Rear Type
I
Pto
Rear PTO
transmission
Rear PTO
live
Rear PTO Type
540
Dimensions
Weight
3250 lbs | 1474 kg
Front tire
5.00-15
Rear tire
9-24
Serial location
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Serial number plate on the left side of tractor, on the clutch housing.