John Deere 303
The John Deere 303 is a farm tractor produced from 1963 to 1966 by John Deere in Saran, France. It features a 2.3L 4-cylinder liquid-cooled diesel engine producing 36.3 hp (27.1 kW). The tractor has a 10-speed transmission with 10 forward and 3 reverse gears, a dry disc clutch, and a two-wheel drive with manual steering. It has a wheelbase of 74.1 inches (188 cm), weighs 3836 lbs (1740 kg), and uses 5.50-16 front and 10-28 rear tires. The hydraulic system is open center with a capacity of 2.6 gallons (9.8 L). The PTO offers 540/1000 RPM at 1850 engine RPM. Electrical system is 12 volts with positive ground. The tractor has an open operator station and disc brakes.
Power36 hp
Founded1963 - 1966
Model303
Technical Specifications
Detailed specifications and technical data for John Deere 303
Power
| Engine | 36.3 hp (27.1 kW) |
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Tires
| Ag rear | 10-28, 9-36, 10-36 |
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| Ag front | 5.50-16, 11-28 |
Engine
| Type | Standard OE 138 diesel |
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| Power | 36.3 hp (27.1 kW) |
| Cooling | liquid-cooled |
| Cylinders | 4-cylinder |
| Rated RPM | 2000 |
| Bore/Stroke | 3.31x4.00 inches (84 x 102 mm) |
| Compression | 21.5:1 |
| Displacement | 137.9 ci (2.3 L) |
| Oil capacity | 7.2 qts (6.8 L) |
| Starter volts | 12 |
| Coolant capacity | 10.6 qts (10.0 L) |
Capacity
| Fuel | 16.4 gal (62.1 L) |
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| Hydraulic system | 2.6 gal (9.8 L) |
Dimensions
| Width | 60 inches (Minimum) (152 cm) |
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| Length | 132.7 inches (337 cm) |
| Weight | 3836 lbs (1740 kg) |
| Wheelbase | 74.1 inches (188 cm) |
| Rear tread | 48.8 to 76.8 inches (123 to 195 cm) |
| Front tread | 50 to 69.7 inches (127 to 177 cm) |
| Ground clearance | 14.2 inches (36 cm) |
| Height (steering wheel) | 61.8 inches (156 cm) |
Electrical
| Ground | positive |
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| Battery AH | 95 |
| Battery volts | 12 |
Hydraulics
| Type | open center |
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| Capacity | 2.6 gal (9.8 L) |
Mechanical
| Drive | Two-wheel drive |
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| Brakes | Disc brakes |
| Steering | Manual steering |
| Operator station | Open operator station |
Production
| Built in | Saran, France |
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| Years made | 1963 - 1966 |
| Manufacturer | John Deere |
Transmission
| Type | 10-speed |
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| Gears | 10 forward and 3 reverse |
| Notes | Four gears (1-4) in three ranges (I, II, and III) plus reverse range. Fourth gear is the same speed on all the forward ranges. |
| Clutch | dry disc |
| Oil capacity | 32.8 qts (31.0 L) |
Tractor hitch
| Rear Type | II |
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Power Take-off (PTO)
| Engine RPM | 540@1850 |
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| Rear PTO Type | 540/1000 (1.375) |
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