John Deere

John Deere 7720

The John Deere 7720 is a row-crop tractor produced from 2004 to 2007 as part of the 7020 Series. It was built in Waterloo, Iowa, USA. It features a John Deere 6.8L 6-cylinder turbocharged diesel engine with rated net power of 167.6 hp and gross power of 172.9 hp. Transmission options include 16-speed and 20-speed partial power shift, as well as an infinitely variable transmission (IVT) available with four-wheel drive. The tractor offers two- or four-wheel drive, power steering, hydraulic wet disc brakes, and a standard cab. It has a wheelbase of 112.6 inches and weighs between 15,501 and 17,033 pounds depending on configuration. The 7720 supports a rear hitch lift capacity of up to 14,000 lbs optionally and features independent rear and optional front PTOs. Fuel capacity is up to 103.5 gallons. The tractor is part of a series including the 7710, 7730, and 7820 models.
Power172 hp
Founded2004 - 2007
Model7720

Technical Specifications

Detailed specifications and technical data for John Deere 7720

Power
Engine (max)185.1 hp (138.0 kW)
Engine (net)167.6 hp (125.0 kW)
PTO (tested)159.79 hp (119.2 kW)
PTO (claimed)140 hp (104.4 kW)
Engine (gross)172.9 hp (128.9 kW)
Drawbar (tested)129.08 hp (96.3 kW)
Tires
Optional tiresFront: 14.9R30. Rear: 18.4R42 (4WD)
Standard tires (ag)Front: 11.00-16. Rear: 18.4R42 (2WD)
Engine
Typeturbocharged diesel
Coolingliquid-cooled inline
Idle RPM875-2200
Cylinders6-cylinder
Rated RPM2100
Bore/Stroke4.19x5.00 inches (106 x 127 mm)
Compression17:1
Displacement414 ci (6.8 L)
Firing order1-5-3-6-2-4
ManufacturerJohn Deere
Oil capacity27.5 qts (26.0 L)
Starter volts12
Coolant capacity33.8 qts (32.0 L)
Rated Power (net)167.6 hp (125.0 kW)
Maximum Power (net)179.7 hp (134.0 kW)
Rated Power (gross)172.9 hp (128.9 kW)
Maximum Power (gross)185.1 hp (138.0 kW)
Capacity
Fuel103.5 gal (391.7 L), 94.7 gal (with right step) (358.4 L)
Front axle15.2 qts (14.4 L)
Front hubs2 qts (1.9 L)
HD Front hubs4 qts (3.8 L)
Hydraulic system28.5 gal (107.9 L)
Dimensions
Length212.2 inches (538 cm)
Wheelbase112.6 inches (286 cm)
Height (cab)125.4 inches (318 cm)
Weight range15501 to 17033 pounds
Rear axle options3.622 by 96 inches (91 by 2438 mm),3.622 by 110.5 inches (91 by 2806 mm),3.622 by 118 inches (91 by 2997 mm),3.937 by 96 inches (99 by 2438 mm),3.937 by 110.5 inches (99 by 2806 mm),3.937 by 118 inches (99 by 2997 mm)
Width (long axle)118 inches (299 cm)
Width (short axle)96 inches (243 cm)
2WD Clearance (drawbar)16.7 inches (42 cm)
4WD Clearance (drawbar)16.3 inches (41 cm)
Length with front weights240.4 inches (610 cm)
2WD Clearance (front axle)25.6 inches (65 cm)
4WD Clearance (front axle)22.3 inches (56 cm)
Electrical
Groundnegative
Batteries2
Battery CCA925
Battery volts12
Charging amps150
Charging systemalternator
Hydraulics
Typeclosed-center pressure-flow compensated (PFC)
Valves7
Capacity28.5 gal (107.9 L)
Pressure3046 psi (210.0 bar)
SCV flow30 gpm (113.6 lpm)
Pump flow32.2 gpm (121.9 lpm)
Mechanical
Cabstandard
DriveTwo- or four-wheel drive
BrakesHydraulic wet disc brakes
SteeringPower steering
Production
TypeRow-Crop tractor
Series7020 Series
Built inWaterloo, Iowa, USA
Years produced2004 - 2007
Transmission
AutoPowr IVTinfinitely variable transmission, infinite forward and reverse gears, hydro-mechanical IVT controlled via right-hand speed lever and left-hand reverser lever, knob on speed lever adjusts set speeds for two ranges, minimum speed of 50 meters per hour (164 feet per hour), available only with four-wheel drive
AutoQuad Plus20 forward and reverse gears, hydraulic wet discs clutch, four power-shift gears (1-4) in five synchronized ranges (A-E) with left-hand reverser, power shuttle shifting between forward and reverse, AutoQuad mode offers automatic load-matched gear shifting with standard and economy-shift settings
Transmission options16-speed partial power shift, 20-speed, infinitely variable transmission
PowrQuad Plus (16-speed)partial power shift, 16 forward and reverse gears, hydraulic wet discs clutch, four power-shift gears (1-4) in four synchronized ranges (A-D) with left-hand reverser, power shuttle shifting between forward and reverse
PowrQuad Plus (20-speed)20 forward and reverse gears, hydraulic wet discs clutch, four power-shift gears (1-4) in five synchronized ranges (A-E) with left-hand reverser, power shuttle shifting between forward and reverse
Tractor hitch
Rear Type3/3N
Rear lift10050 lbs (4558 kg), 14000 lbs Optional (6350 kg)
Power Take-off (PTO)
Clutchhydraulic wet discs
Rear PTOindependent
Front PTOindependent Optional
Engine RPM540@1950, 1000@1950, 540E@1750, 1000E@1750
Rear PTO Type540/1000 (1.375)
Front PTO Type1000 (1.375)
Serial Number Location
LocationOn tractor frame, front right-hand side.