John Deere 420C

The John Deere 420C is an agricultural crawler tractor produced from 1956 to 1958. It was built in Dubuque, Iowa, USA, with a total production of 17,882 units. The tractor features a 1.9L 2-cylinder gasoline engine producing an estimated 32.0 hp, with a 4 or 5-speed unsynchronized gear transmission. It has a crawler drive with mechanical disc clutch steering and mechanical band brakes. The 420C supports 3-4 plows and has tested drawbar power of 23.53 hp and belt power of 28.76 hp. The tractor includes a live rear PTO with a 560 type. Dimensions include a length of 102 inches, width of 60 inches, and height of 51.875 inches to the hood. Shipping weight ranges from 4,140 to 4,700 lbs depending on roller configuration. Optional 10, 12, or 14-inch wide tracks are available. Attachments include a 72-inch front-mount blade with hydraulic lift and manual angle. The 420C is part of a series including the 40C and 430C models.