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John Deere 303

John Deere 303 tractor
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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.
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Power36 hp
Founded1963 - 1966
Model303

Technical Specifications

Detailed specifications and technical data for John Deere 303

Power

Engine:36.3 hp (27.1 kW)

Tires

Ag rear:10-28, 9-36, 10-36
Ag front:5.50-16, 11-28

Engine

Type:Standard OE 138 diesel
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)
Hydraulic system:2.6 gal (9.8 L)

Dimensions

Width:60 inches (Minimum) (152 cm)
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
Battery AH:95
Battery volts:12

Hydraulics

Type:open center
Capacity:2.6 gal (9.8 L)

Mechanical

Drive:Two-wheel drive
Brakes:Disc brakes
Steering:Manual steering
Operator station:Open operator station

Production

Built in:Saran, France
Years made:1963 - 1966
Manufacturer:John Deere

Transmission

Type:10-speed
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

Power Take-off (PTO)

Engine RPM:540@1850
Rear PTO Type:540/1000 (1.375)

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