The Deere 420I Special Utility was the officially designated industrial version of the 420, but a large number of other 420 versions were sold in yellow paint for municipal and industrial work. The 420I was based on the 420W, the tie rods on the front axle were the primary difference.
John Deere420Iindustrial tractor1.9L engine29.2 hp4-speed transmission5-speed transmission19571958
Detailed specifications and technical data for John Deere 420I Special Utility
Power
Belt (claimed):29.2 hp (21.8 kW)
Tires
Ag rear:10x24, 11x24, 11x26, 12x26, 13x26
Ag front:5.00x15, 6.00x16, 7.50x16
Engine
Type:gasoline, 2-cylinder 4-valve, liquid-cooled
Model:John Deere 1.9L 2-cyl gasoline
Torque:90 lb-ft (122.0 Nm)
Starter:electric
Fuel tank:10.5 gal (39.7 L)
Rated RPM:1850
Torque RPM:1300
Air cleaner:oil bath
Bore/Stroke:4.25x4.00 inches (108 x 102 mm)
Compression:7:1
Displacement:113 ci (1.9 L)
Firing order:1-2
Starter volts:6
Coolant capacity:11 qts (10.4 L)
Dimensions
Width:55.5 inches (140 cm)
Length:125.5 inches (318 cm)
Weight:2850 lbs (1292 kg)
Wheelbase:77.75 inches (197 cm)
Height (hood):50.25 inches (127 cm)
Electrical
Ground:positive
Battery volts:6
Production
Type:Industrial tractor
Notes:The Deere 420I Special Utility was the officially designated industrial version of the 420, but a large number of other 420 versions were sold in yellow paint for municipal and industrial work. The 420I was based on the 420W, the tie rods on the front axle were the primary difference.
Built in:Dubuque, Iowa, USA
Total built:255
Manufacturer:John Deere
Transmission
Type:gear
Gears (4-speed):4 forward and 1 reverse
Gears (5-speed):5 forward and 1 reverse
Mechanical shuttle:Direction Reverser, mechanical shuttle, 5 forward and reverse