John Deere
John Deere 1020 VU
The John Deere 1020 VU is an orchard and vineyard tractor produced from 1967 to 1972. It features a 2.5L 3-cylinder liquid-cooled diesel engine producing 44 hp (32.8 kW), paired with an 8-speed gear transmission offering 8 forward and 4 reverse gears. Built in Getafe, Spain, this two-wheel drive tractor includes a mechanical rear differential lock and an open operator station. It has a rear Type I hitch and an independent rear PTO operating at 540 RPM. Dimensions include a 63 inch (160 cm) wheelbase, 122 inch (309 cm) length, 38.6 inch (98 cm) width, and a weight of 3770 lbs (1710 kg). The tractor rides on 5.50-16 front tires and 11.2/10-28 rear tires. Electrical system is 12 volts with negative ground. The serial number plate is located on the right side of the frame above the front axle.
Power43 hp[P]
Founded1965 - 1973
Model1020 VU
Technical Specifications
Detailed specifications and technical data for John Deere 1020 VU
Power
| Engine | 44 hp (32.8 kW) |
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Tires
| Rear tire | 11.2/10-28 |
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| Front tire | 5.50-16 |
Engine
| Type | diesel |
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| Model | John Deere 2.5L 3-cyl diesel |
| Power | 44 hp (32.8 kW) |
| Cooling | liquid-cooled |
| Starter | electric |
| Cylinders | 3-cylinder |
| Rated RPM | 2500 |
| Air cleaner | oil bath |
| Bore/Stroke | 3.86x4.33 inches (98 x 110 mm) |
| Displacement | 152 ci (2.5 L) |
| Starter volts | 12 |
Dimensions
| Width | 38.6 inches (98 cm) |
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| Length | 122 inches (309 cm) |
| Weight | 3770 lbs (1710 kg) |
| Wheelbase | 63 inches (160 cm) |
Electrical
| Ground | negative |
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| Battery volts | 12 |
Mechanical
| Drive | Two-wheel drive |
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| Operator station | Open operator station. |
| Differential lock | mechanical rear |
Production
| Type | Orchard/Vineyard tractor |
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| Built in | Getafe, Spain |
| Years produced | 1967 - 1972 |
Transmission
| Type | gear |
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| Gears | 8 forward and 4 reverse |
| Description | Four gears in two ranges, plus reverse range. |
Tractor hitch
| Rear Type | I |
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Power Take-off (PTO)
| Rear PTO | independent |
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| Engine RPM | 540@2100 |
| Rear PTO Type | 540 (1.375) |
Serial Number Location
| Location | Serial number plate on the right side of the 1020VU frame, above the front axle. |
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