John Deere 1010

The John Deere 1010 is a utility tractor produced from 1960 to 1965 as part of the New Generation Series. Built in Dubuque, Iowa, USA, it was available in multiple versions including row crop, orchard, utility, industrial wheel, and crawler types. It featured two engine options: a 2.4L 4-cylinder diesel and a 1.9L 4-cylinder gasoline engine. The tractor had a 5-speed sliding gear transmission with a dry disc clutch. Power outputs were approximately 30 hp at the drawbar and 36.13 hp at the PTO. The 1010 had two-wheel drive with manual steering and optional power steering, mechanical disc brakes, and an open operator station. Fuel capacity was 12 gallons, and the hydraulic system capacity was 4.5 gallons. The rear PTO was transmission-driven with optional independent PTO and 540 or 540/1000 RPM types. Dimensions and weights varied by version, with the row-crop utility (RU) wheelbase at 82.5 inches and operating weights ranging from 3350 to 4041 pounds. The tractor is part of a series including the 1020, 2010, and 430 models.