John Deere

John Deere 2950

The John Deere 2950 is a utility tractor produced from 1983 to 1988 as part of the 2050 Series. It was built in Mannheim, Germany, and offered with two- or four-wheel drive options. Powered by a 5.9L 6-cylinder diesel engine, it features a 16-speed partial power shift or 12-speed partially synchronized transmission. The tractor has a PTO power of 85 hp claimed and tested, with a drawbar power of about 72 hp. It includes mechanical rear differential lock, power steering, and hydraulic wet disc brakes. The 2950 supports various loaders and attachments, including the 148, 260, and 265 loaders with different lift capacities and bucket sizes. It has a 2WD wheelbase of 100.4 inches and weighs approximately 10,100 lbs. The tractor is equipped with a rear independent PTO with 540/1000 rpm options and a closed center hydraulic system with 23 gpm pump flow.
Power94 hp[P]
Founded1983 - 1988
Model2950

Technical Specifications

Detailed specifications and technical data for John Deere 2950

Power
PTO (tested)85.37 hp (63.7 kW)
PTO (claimed)85 hp (63.4 kW)
Drawbar (tested)72.12 hp (53.8 kW)
Engine
TypeJohn Deere 5.9L 6-cyl diesel
Fuel tank32.3 gal (122.3 L)
Rated RPM2500
Air cleanertwo paper elements
Bore/Stroke4.19x4.33 inches (106 x 110 mm)
Displacement359 ci (5.9 L)
Starter volts12
Coolant capacity20 qts (18.9 L)
Compression ratio17.4:1
Overview
Series2050 Series
Built inMannheim, Baden-Württemberg, Germany
CategoryUtility tractor
Original price$28,706 (1983 ROPS 2WD), $40,456 (1983 Cab 4WD)
Production years1983 - 1988
Electrical
Groundnegative
Battery volts12
Charging systemalternator
Cab Charging amps55
ROPS Charging amps33
Hydraulics
Typeclosed center
Pump flow23 gpm (87.1 lpm)
Rear valves2
Mechanical
ROPSTwo-post ROPS. Canopy available. Sound-Gard cab optional with available heat and air-conditioning.
DriveTwo- or four-wheel drive
BrakesDifferential hydraulic wet disc brakes
Power steeringYes
Differential lockmechanical rear
References
1Loaders, Spreaders and Blades published in 1984, by John Deere
2Tractors 45 to 85 HP published in 1984, by John Deere
3Utility Tractors Product Information Handbook published in 1984, by John Deere
4Mechanical Front-Wheel Drive published in 1984, by John Deere
5Agricultural Price List published in 1983, by John Deere
Attachments
Loadersfront-end loader
148 Loader3100 lbs lift (full at pin) (1406 kg), 4700 lbs breakout (2131 kg), 38° dump, 32 inches reach (dumped) (81 cm), 11° rollback, 126 inches height (at pin) (320 cm), 102 inches clearance (dumped) (259 cm), 121 inches clearance (level) (307 cm), boom cyl: 2.5 inches (6 cm), bucket cyl: 2.5 inches (6 cm), weight: 1350 lbs (612 kg), Bucket widths: 60 inches (152 cm), 72 inches (182 cm), 84 inches (213 cm), 96 inches (243 cm), Bucket capacities: 0.5 cu yd (0.4 cu m), 0.6 cu yd (0.5 cu m), 0.8 cu yd (0.6 cu m), 0.9 cu yd (0.7 cu m), For use on tractors with two-wheel drive.
260 Loader3186 lbs lift (full at pin) (1445 kg), 4871 lbs breakout (2209 kg), 46° dump, 40 inches reach (dumped) (101 cm), 42° rollback, 154 inches height (at pin) (391 cm), 126 inches clearance (dumped) (320 cm), 147 inches clearance (level) (373 cm), boom cyl: 3.25 inches (8 cm), bucket cyl: 2.75 inches (6 cm), weight: 2178 lbs (987 kg), Bucket widths: 61 inches (154 cm), 73 inches (185 cm), 85 inches (215 cm), 97 inches (246 cm)
265 Loader3920 lbs lift (full at pin) (1778 kg), 5730 lbs breakout (2599 kg), 25.6 inches reach (dumped) (65 cm), 43° rollback, 157 inches height (at pin) (398 cm), 123 inches clearance (dumped) (312 cm), 150 inches clearance (level) (381 cm), boom cyl: 3.125 inches (7 cm), bucket cyl: 2.75 inches (6 cm), weight: 2619 lbs (1187 kg), Bucket widths: 61 inches (154 cm), 73 inches (185 cm), 85 inches (215 cm), 97 inches (246 cm)
Transmission
Options16-speed partial power shift, 12-speed partially synchronized
John Deere Hi-Lo TSSpartial power shift, 16 forward and 8 reverse gears, Four gears in two ranges, plus reverse range with left-hand high-low power shift. Synchronized shifting between gears in a given range.
John Deere TSS Creeperpartially synchronized, 12 forward and 8 reverse gears, Adds a creeper to the low and reverse ranges of the Top-Shaft Synchronized transmission.
Tractor hitch
Controlload and depth control
Rear TypeII
Rear lift capacity4868 lbs (2208 kg)
Serial Numbers
1983433508
1984505001
1985532000
1986562001
1987587950
1988592001
LocationRight side of main tractor frame, above front axle.
Dimensions & Tires
Weight10100 lbs (4581 kg)
Front tire10.00-16
2WD Rear tire18.4-34
2WD Wheelbase100.4 inches (255 cm)
4WD Wheelbase101.6 inches (258 cm)
2WD Standard tires (ag)Front: 10.00-16. Rear: 18.4-34
4WD Optional tires (ag)Front: 12.4-28. Rear: 16.9-38
4WD Standard tires (ag)Front: 13.6-24.8. Rear: 18.4-34
4WD Optional tires (ag) 2Front: 13.6-28. Rear: 18.4-38
Power Take-off (PTO)
Rear PTOindependent
Rear PTO Type540/1000