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John Deere 870

John Deere 870 tractor
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The John Deere 870 is a compact utility tractor produced from 1989 to 1998. It is part of the 70 Compact Series and was built by Yanmar in Japan. The tractor features a 1.4L 3-cylinder liquid-cooled diesel engine delivering 28 hp (20.9 kW) net power. It offers a 9-speed transmission with unsynchronized and partially synchronized options, and two- or four-wheel drive. The 870 includes mechanical rear differential lock, manual or optional power steering, and wet disc brakes. It has a fuel capacity of 8.5 gallons and a hydraulic system capacity of 5.5 gallons. The tractor supports a rear PTO with live two-stage clutch and an optional mid PTO. The 870 is compatible with various attachments including a 72.8" mid-mount mower deck, front blade, loaders, and backhoes, making it versatile for multiple tasks.
John Deere 870compact utility tractorYanmar engine28 hp tractor9-speed transmissionPTOhydraulic systemtractor attachmentsmower deckloaderbackhoe
Power28 hp
Founded1989 - 1998
Model870

Technical Specifications

Detailed specifications and technical data for John Deere 870

Power

Engine (net):28 hp (20.9 kW)
PTO (claimed):25 hp (18.6 kW)

Engine

Type:diesel
Model:Yanmar 3TN84
Cooling:liquid-cooled
Cylinders:3-cylinder
Rated RPM:2600
Air cleaner:dry with safety element
Bore/Stroke:3.31x3.39 inches (84 x 86 mm)
Compression:17.8:1
Fuel system:direct injection
Power (net):28 hp (20.9 kW)
Pre-heating:air intake heater
Displacement:87.3 ci (1.4 L)
Oil capacity:5.1 qts (4.8 L)
Operating RPM:800-2775
Starter volts:12
Coolant capacity:5.5 qts (5.2 L)
Oil change interval:200 h

Capacity

Fuel:8.5 gal (32.2 L)
Front axle:6.9 qts (6.5 L)
Hydraulic system:5.5 gal (20.8 L)

Electrical

Ground:negative
Battery CCA:447
Battery volts:12
Charging amps:20
Charging system:alternator

Hydraulics

Type:open center
Capacity:5.5 gal (20.8 L)
Pressure:2250 psi (155.1 bar)
Pump flow:8.1 gpm (30.7 lpm)
Mid valves:2 (Optional)
Total flow:8.1 gpm (manual steering) (30.7 lpm), 12.4 gpm (power steering) (46.9 lpm)
Rear valves:2 (Optional)
Steering flow:4.3 gpm (16.3 lpm)

Mechanical

ROPS:Two-post ROPS
Drive:Two- or four-wheel drive
Brakes:Wet disc brakes
Steering:manual, power (Optional)
Final drives:planetary
Differential lock:mechanical rear

Production

Type:Compact Utility tractor
Built in:Japan
Distributor:John Deere
Manufacturer:Yanmar
Original price:$14,000 in 1998
Years produced:1989 - 1998

Attachments

Overview:72.8" mid-mount mower deck, Blade, John Deere 80 loader, John Deere 440 loader, Backhoe

80 Loader

Dump angle:39°
Cycle times:{"Dump":"3.3s","Lower":"1.8s","Raise":"3.0s","Rollback":"2.0s"}
Bucket width:53 inches (134 cm)
Breakout force:1,790 lbs (811 kg)
Reach (dumped):23.6 inches (59 cm)
Reach (ground):53 inches (134 cm)
Bucket breakout:2,065 lbs (936 kg)
Height (at pin):93.7 inches (237 cm)
Clearance (dumped):75.6 inches (192 cm)
Rollback (ground line):22°
Lift capacity (full at pin):920 lbs (417 kg)

84" Blade

Cut:5.5 inches (13 cm)
Lift:12 inches (30 cm)
Model:John Deere 390
Mount:front-mount
Width:84 inches (213 cm)
Height:25.5 inches (64 cm)
Weight:725 lbs (328 kg)
Features:hydraulic-lift, hydraulic-angle

440 Loader

Dump angle:39°
Bucket widths:53 inches (134 cm), 60 inches (152 cm), 73 inches (185 cm)
Breakout force:1790 lbs (811 kg)
Reach (dumped):23.6 inches (59 cm)
Reach (ground):53 inches (134 cm)
Bucket breakout:2065 lbs (936 kg)
Height (at pin):93.7 inches (237 cm)
Clearance (level):87.2 inches (221 cm)
Clearance (dumped):75.6 inches (192 cm)
Rollback (ground line):22°
Lift capacity (full at pin):920 lbs (417 kg)

72.8" Mower deck

Type:mid-mount John Deere 72, 3-blade with hydraulic lift
Weight:448 lbs (203 kg)
Cut height:1.5 to 8.6 inch (3 to 21 cm)
Cutting width:72.8 inches (184 cm)
Overall width:85 inches (215 cm)

John Deere 8A Backhoe

Weight:1243 lbs (563 kg)
Swing Arc:180°
Bucket force:2992 lbs (1357 kg)
Bucket width:12 inches (30 cm)
Bucket heights:18 inches (45 cm), 24 inches (60 cm), 36 inches (91 cm)
Loading height:82 inches (208 cm)
Bucket Rotation:180°
Reach from pivot:133 inches (337 cm)
Transport height:81 inches (205 cm)
Dipperstick force:1995 lbs (904 kg)
2-Foot flat digging depth:102 inches (259 cm)

John Deere 8B Backhoe

Weight:1260 lbs (571 kg)
Swing Arc:180°
Bucket force:3389 lbs (1537 kg)
Bucket width:12 inches (30 cm)
Bucket heights:18 inches (45 cm), 24 inches (60 cm), 36 inches (91 cm)
Loading height:82 inches (208 cm)
Bucket Rotation:180°
Reach from pivot:133 inches (337 cm)
Transport height:81 inches (205 cm)
Dipperstick force:2213 lbs (1003 kg)
2-Foot flat digging depth:102 inches (259 cm)

Transmission

Type:9-speed unsynchronized gear, 9-speed partially synchronized

Tractor hitch

Control:position control
Rear Type:I
Rear lift (at 24"/610mm):1880 lbs (852 kg)

Dimensions & Tires

Weight:2515 to 2670 pounds
Wheelbase:67.5 inches (171 cm)
Front tire:5.00-15
2WD Rear tire:11.2-24

Power Take-off (PTO)

Mid PTO:live, Optional. Independent engagement of mid, rear, or both PTO shafts.
Rear PTO:live, Two-stage clutch
Mid PTO Type:2100
Rear PTO Type:540 (1.375)
Mid PTO Engine RPM:2100@2600
Rear PTO Engine RPM:540@2600