John Deere

John Deere 7020

The John Deere 7020 is a four-wheel drive (4WD) tractor produced from 1971 to 1975. It was built in Waterloo, Iowa, USA, with a total production of 2,586 units. The tractor features a John Deere 6.6L 6-cylinder turbocharged intercooled diesel engine, delivering estimated engine power of 162.4 hp to 194.4 hp. It offers 8-speed and 16-speed partially synchronized Syncro-Range transmissions. The 7020 has a tested drawbar power of 127.72 hp and PTO power of 146.17 hp. It includes hydrostatic power steering, a standard cab, and a closed center hydraulic system with 2 or 3 valves depending on the production period. The tractor's fuel capacity is 156 gallons, and it weighs 18,495 lbs with a 120-inch wheelbase. Electrical system features a negative ground with Motorola or Delco alternators depending on the production period. The 7020 is part of the John Deere 20 Series and is related to models 8430, 7520, and WA-14.
Power162 hp[P]
Founded1971 - 1975
Model7020

Technical Specifications

Detailed specifications and technical data for John Deere 7020

Power
PTO (tested)146.17 hp (109.0 kW)
Drawbar (tested)127.72 hp (95.2 kW)
Engine
Typeturbocharged intercooled diesel
Coolingliquid-cooled
Cylinders6-cylinder
Rated RPM2200
Air cleanerdual paper elements with pre-cleaner
Bore/Stroke4.25x4.75 inches (108 x 121 mm)
Displacement404 ci (6.6 L)
Engine modelJohn Deere 6.6L 6-cyl diesel
Firing order1-5-3-6-2-4
Oil capacity17 qts (16.1 L)
Starter volts12
Coolant capacity32 qts (30.3 L)
Compression ratio15.7:1
Capacity
Fuel156 gal (590.5 L)
Hydraulic system22 gal (83.3 L)
Dimensions
Weight18,495 lbs (8389 kg)
Rear tire18.4-34S
Wheelbase120 inches (304 cm)
Front tire18.4-34S
Electrical
Groundnegative
Batteries2
Battery volts6
Charging systemMotorola alternator (Early), Delco alternator (Late)
Hydraulics
Typeclosed center
Valves2 (early), 3 (late)
Capacity22 gal (83.3 L)
Pump flow26 gpm (98.4 lpm)
Mechanical
Cabstandard
DriveFour-wheel drive
Steeringhydrostatic power
Production
TypeFour-wheel Drive (4WD) tractor
Built inWaterloo, Iowa, USA
Total built2,586
ManufacturerJohn Deere
Original price$22,000 in 1975
Production years1971 - 1975
Transmission
Transmission 1
NameSyncro-Range
Typepartially synchronized
Gears8 forward and 2 reverse
Oil capacity88 qts (83.3 L)
Transmission 2
NameSyncro-Range Hi-Lo
Typepartially synchronized
Gears16 forward and 4 reverse
DescriptionEight-speed Deere Synchro-Range transmission with added high and low gears.
Transmission options8-speed partially synchronized, 16-speed partially synchronized
Serial Numbers
1971773R001000
1972773R002007
1973773R002548
1974773R003122
1975773R003542
Final773R003708
Serial number locationSerial number plate on the rear of the tractor, above the PTO.
Power Take-off (PTO)
Rear PTOtransmission
Rear PTO Type1000