John Deere

John Deere 1250

The John Deere 1250 is a compact utility tractor built by Yanmar from 1982 to 1989. It features a Yanmar 2.3L 3-cylinder diesel engine producing 44 hp gross, with a 9-speed gear transmission. Available in two- or four-wheel drive, it includes power assist steering, mechanical rear differential lock, and differential hydraulic wet disc brakes. The tractor has a live two-stage clutch PTO with 540 rpm at 2295 engine RPM. It offers a variety of hydraulic and hitch capabilities, and optional front-end loader attachments. The 1250 was built in Japan and distributed by John Deere, with original prices ranging from $14,295 to $18,795 depending on configuration.

Power44 hp

Founded1982 - 1989

Model1250

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Technical Specifications

Detailed specifications and technical data for John Deere 1250

Power

PTO (tested)	40.70 hp (30.3 kW)
PTO (claimed)	40 hp (29.8 kW)
Engine (gross)	44 hp (32.8 kW)
Drawbar (tested)	33.44 hp (24.9 kW)

Engine

Model	Yanmar 2.3L 3-cyl diesel
Idle RPM	800-2675
Fuel tank	17.2 gal (65.1 L)
Rated RPM	2500
Air cleaner	dry
Bore/Stroke	3.74x4.33 inches (95 x 110 mm)
Compression	18:1
Fuel system	direct injection
Displacement	142.7 ci (2.3 L)
Firing order	1-3-2
Oil capacity	11.2 qts (10.6 L)
Power (gross)	44 hp (32.8 kW)
Starter volts	12
Coolant capacity	8.4 qts (7.9 L)
Oil change interval	200 h

Height

2WD Hood	55 inches (139 cm)
2WD ROPS	87.2 inches (221 cm)
4WD Hood	56.1 inches (142 cm)
4WD ROPS	88.3 inches (224 cm)

Weight

Ballasted	5180 lbs (2349 kg)
2WD Shipping	4125 lbs (1871 kg)
4WD Shipping	4875 lbs (2211 kg)
4WD Operating	5090 lbs (2308 kg)

Electrical

Ground	negative
Battery CCA	485
Battery volts	12
Charging amps	25
Charging system	alternator

Hydraulics

Type	open center
Valves	0 to 2
Pressure	2200 psi (151.7 bar)
Pump flow	11.2 gpm (42.4 lpm)
Total flow	15.9 gpm (60.2 lpm)
Steering flow	4.7 gpm (17.8 lpm)

Mechanical

ROPS	Two-post ROPS. Canopy optional.
Drive	Two- or four-wheel drive
Brakes	Differential hydraulic wet disc brakes
Steering	power assist
Final drives	inboard planetary
Differential lock	mechanical rear

Production

Type	Compact Utility tractor
Built in	Japan
Distributor	John Deere
Manufacturer	Yanmar
Original price	$14,295 (1983 2WD), $18,795 (1983 4WD), $18,700 (1988)

Attachments

front-end loader	100 Loader with 1760 lbs lift (full at pin) (798 kg), 2505 lbs breakout (1136 kg), 48° dump, 38 inches reach (dumped) (96 cm), 16° rollback, 109 inches height (at pin) (276 cm), 87 inches clearance (dumped) (220 cm), 104 inches clearance (level) (264 cm), boom cyl: 2.25 inches (5 cm), bucket cyl: 2.25 inches (5 cm), weight: 975 lbs (442 kg), Bucket width: 61 inches (154 cm) and 73 inches (185 cm)

front-end loader

100 Loader with 1760 lbs lift (full at pin) (798 kg), 2505 lbs breakout (1136 kg), 48° dump, 38 inches reach (dumped) (96 cm), 16° rollback, 109 inches height (at pin) (276 cm), 87 inches clearance (dumped) (220 cm), 104 inches clearance (level) (264 cm), boom cyl: 2.25 inches (5 cm), bucket cyl: 2.25 inches (5 cm), weight: 975 lbs (442 kg), Bucket width: 61 inches (154 cm) and 73 inches (185 cm)

Transmission

Note	Three gears (1-3) plus reverse (R) in three ranges (I, II, III). Tractor must be stopped, and clutch used, to shift range or gear.
Type	gear
Gears	9 forward and 3 reverse
Clutch	dry disc
Oil capacity	33.3 qts (31.5 L)

Tractor hitch

Control	center-link draft sensing with position and control
Rear Type	II/I
Rear lift (at 24"/610mm)	2240 lbs (1016 kg)

Dimensions & Tires

Width	65.2 inches (165 cm)
Length	134.3 inches (341 cm)
Rear tread	51 to 79 inches (129 to 200 cm)
Front tread	55 to 74.8 inches (139 to 189 cm)
2WD Wheelbase	74.4 inches (188 cm)
4WD Wheelbase	78.1 inches (198 cm)
Lawn/turf rear	21.5L-16.1
Lawn/turf front	27x9.50-15
Clearance (front axle)	17.5 inches (44 cm)
2WD Standard tires (ag)	Front: 6.50-16. Rear: 13.6-28
4WD Standard tires (ag)	Front: 9.5-24. Rear: 14.9-28