John Deere 60
The John Deere 60 is a row-crop tractor produced from 1952 to 1956 by John Deere in Waterloo, Iowa, USA. It was built in five variants including the basic 60, standard 60S, high-seat standard 60S6, orchard 60-O, and high-crop 60H with 32-inch clearance. It features a 5.3L 2-cylinder liquid-cooled engine available in gasoline, all-fuel, and LP gas versions. The tractor has a 6-speed unsynchronized gear transmission with a dry disc clutch. It offers drawbar power of about 37 hp and belt power of about 41 hp. The tractor has two-wheel drive with manual steering and optional power steering from 1954. It has an open operator station with a foam padded seat. Fuel capacity is 20.5 gallons for gasoline and 28 gallons for LP gas. The hydraulic system is open center with 1.5 gallons capacity and 930 psi pressure. The tractor hitch is John Deere 800 type and PTO is transmission-driven with optional independent PTO. Dimensions include a 90-inch wheelbase, 139-inch length, and weight ranging from 5300 to 5800 pounds. Tires vary by model and use. The John Deere 60 was a popular and versatile tractor in its era.
Power41 hp[B]
Founded1952 - 1956
Model60
Technical Specifications
Detailed specifications and technical data for John Deere 60
Power
| Plows | 3 (14-inch) |
|---|---|
| Belt (tested) | 41.18 hp |
| Belt (claimed) | 41.57 hp (gas), 33.26 hp (all-fuel) |
| Belt (tested kW) | 30.7 kW |
| Drawbar (tested) | 37.68 hp |
| Belt (claimed kW) | 31.0 kW (gas), 24.8 kW (all-fuel) |
| Drawbar (claimed) | 36.94 hp (gas), 30.09 hp (all-fuel) |
| Drawbar (tested kW) | 28.1 kW |
| Drawbar (claimed kW) | 27.5 kW (gas), 22.4 kW (all-fuel) |
Engine
| Options | John Deere 5.3L 2-cyl gasoline, John Deere 5.3L 2-cyl all-fuel, John Deere 5.3L 2-cyl LP gas |
|---|---|
| LP gas engine | 2-cylinder, liquid-cooled, displacement 321 ci (5.3 L), bore/stroke 5.50x6.75 inches (140 x 171 mm), oil bath air cleaner, compression 7.3:1, rated RPM 975, firing order 1-2, electric starter 12 volts |
| All-fuel engine | 2-cylinder, liquid-cooled, displacement 321 ci (5.3 L), bore/stroke 5.50x6.75 inches (140 x 171 mm), oil bath air cleaner, compression 4.7:1, rated RPM 975, firing order 1-2, electric starter 12 volts |
| Gasoline engine | 2-cylinder, liquid-cooled, displacement 321 ci (5.3 L), bore/stroke 5.50x6.75 inches (140 x 171 mm), duplex carburetor, oil bath air cleaner, compression 6:1, rated RPM 975, firing order 1-2, electric starter 12 volts, oil capacity 8 qts (7.6 L), coolant capacity 33 qts (31.2 L), sparkplug gap 0.030 inches (0.762 mm), point gap 0.022 inches (0.559 mm) |
Capacity
| Fuel | 20.5 gal (77.6 L), 28 gal LP gas (106.0 L) |
|---|---|
| Aux. fuel | 1 gal (3.8 L) |
| Hydraulic system | 1.5 gal (5.7 L) |
Overview
| Built in | Waterloo, Iowa, USA |
|---|---|
| Category | Row-Crop tractor |
| Variants | Five variants: basic 60, standard 60S, high-seat standard 60S6 (1955-1956), orchard 60-O, high-crop 60H with 32-inch clearance |
| Total built | 57,166 |
| Original price | $2,500 in 1956 |
| Production years | 1952 - 1956 |
Variants
| 60 | row-crop |
|---|---|
| 60O | orchard |
| 60S | standard-tread |
| 60 Hi-Crop | high-clearance |
Electrical
| Ground | positive |
|---|---|
| Batteries | 2 |
| Battery volts | 6 |
Hydraulics
| Type | open center |
|---|---|
| Valves | 1 |
| Capacity | 1.5 gal (5.7 L) |
| Pressure | 930 psi (64.1 bar) |
| Pump flow | 8.9 gpm (33.7 lpm) |
Mechanical
| Drive | Two-wheel drive |
|---|---|
| Brakes | Differential mechanical expanding shoe brakes |
| Steering | manual, power optional (1954 on) |
| Operator station | Open with foam padded seat |
Attachments
| Available | front-end loader |
|---|
Belt Pulley
| RPM | 975 |
|---|---|
| Speed | 3270 ft/min (996.70 meters/min) |
| Width | 7.4 inches (18 cm) |
| Diameter | 12.8 inches (32 cm) |
Transmission
| Type | unsynchronized gear |
|---|---|
| Gears | 6 forward and 1 reverse |
| Clutch | dry disc |
| Manufacturer | John Deere |
Tractor hitch
| Type | John Deere 800 |
|---|
Serial Numbers
| 1952 | 6000001 |
|---|---|
| 1953 | 6007694 |
| 1954 | 6027995 |
| 1955 | 6042500 |
| 1956 | 6057650 |
Dimensions & Tires
| Width | 86.625 inches (220 cm) |
|---|---|
| Length | 139 inches (353 cm) |
| Weight | 5300 to 5800 pounds |
| Rear axle | 3.125 inch diameter (79 mm) |
| Rear tire | 11-38, 12-38, 9-42, 11-42 |
| Wheelbase | 90 inches (228 cm) |
| Front tire | 6.00-16, 7.50-16, 9.00-10 |
| Rear tread | 56 to 88 inches (142 to 223 cm) |
| Height (hood) | 65.6 inches (166 cm) |
| Shipping weight | 5300 lbs (2404 kg) |
| Ballasted weight | 7400 lbs (3356 kg) |
| Height (exhaust) | 84.1 inches (213 cm) |
| Operating weight | 5800 lbs (2630 kg) |
Power Take-off (PTO)
| Rear PTO | transmission |
|---|---|
| Rear PTO Type | 540 (1.375) |
| Rear PTO optional | independent Optional |
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