John Deere

John Deere 970

The John Deere 970 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 Yanmar 1.8L 4-cylinder diesel engine producing 33 hp (24.6 kW) net power, with a 9-speed partially synchronized transmission. It offers two- or four-wheel drive options, planetary final drives, mechanical rear differential lock, and manual or optional power steering. The tractor has wet disc brakes and a two-post ROPS for safety. Fuel capacity is 8.5 gallons (32.2 L), and the hydraulic system holds 5.5 gallons (20.8 L) with a pressure of 2250 psi (155.1 bar). The rear hitch is type I with position control and a lift capacity of 2020 lbs (916 kg) at 24 inches. PTO options include a live rear PTO with 540 rpm and an optional live mid PTO. Dimensions include a 68.9 inch (175 cm) wheelbase, length of 123 inches (312 cm), and weights ranging from 2670 to 3045 lbs depending on configuration. Tires and widths vary for 2WD and 4WD models, with several optional tire sizes available. Attachments include a 72.8 inch mid-mount mower deck, 84 inch blade, loaders (80 and 440), and backhoes (John Deere 8A and 8B). Electrical system features a 12-volt battery with 550 CCA and a 20 amp alternator.

Power33 hp

Founded1989 - 1998

Model970

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Technical Specifications

Detailed specifications and technical data for John Deere 970

Power

Engine (net)	33 hp (24.6 kW)
PTO (claimed)	30 hp (22.4 kW)

Engine

Model	Yanmar 1.8L 4-cyl diesel

Height

2WD Hood	53.2 inches (135 cm)
2WD ROPS	84.8 inches (215 cm)
4WD Hood	52.2 inches (132 cm)
4WD ROPS	83.7 inches (212 cm)
2WD Exhaust	77.2 inches (196 cm)
4WD Exhaust	77.7 inches (197 cm)

Capacity

Fuel	8.5 gal (32.2 L)
Front axle	8.5 qts (8.0 L)
Hydraulic system	5.5 gal (20.8 L)

Electrical

Ground	negative
Battery CCA	550
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	8.7 gpm (32.9 lpm)
Mid valves	2 (Optional)
Total flow	8.7 gpm (manual steering) (32.9 lpm), 13 gpm (power steering) (49.2 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	$16,500 in 1998
Years produced	1989 - 1998

Attachments

Blade	84" Blade, John Deere 390, front-mount, 84 inches width (213 cm), 25.5 inches height (64 cm), 12 inches lift (30 cm), 5.5 inches cut (13 cm), 725 lbs (328 kg), hydraulic-lift, hydraulic-angle
80 Loader	1,195 lbs lift (full at pin) (542 kg), 2,340 lbs breakout (1061 kg), 2,045 lbs breakout (bucket) (927 kg), 37° dump, 22.8 inches reach (dumped) (57 cm), 51.4 inches reach (ground) (130 cm), 22° rollback (ground line), 95.9 inches height (at pin) (243 cm), 78 inches clearance (dumped) (198 cm), raise: 3.6s, dump: 3.0s, lower: 2.5s, rollback: 1.9s, Bucket width: 53 inches (134 cm)
440 Loader	1200 lbs lift (full at pin) (544 kg), 2340 lbs breakout (1061 kg), 2045 lbs breakout (bucket) (927 kg), 37° dump, 22.8 inches reach (dumped) (57 cm), 51.4 inches reach (ground) (130 cm), 22° rollback (ground line), 95.9 inches height (at pin) (243 cm), 78 inches clearance (dumped) (198 cm), 89.4 inches clearance (level) (227 cm), Bucket widths: 53 inches (134 cm), 60 inches (152 cm), 73 inches (185 cm)
John Deere 8A Backhoe	Weight 1243 lbs (563 kg), Transport height 81 inches (205 cm), Bucket width 12 inches (30 cm), Digging depths 18, 24, 36 inches (45, 60, 91 cm), 2-Foot flat digging depth 102 inches (259 cm), Reach from pivot 133 inches (337 cm), Loading height 82 inches (208 cm), Bucket Rotation 180°, Swing Arc 180°, Bucket force 2992 lbs (1357 kg), Dipperstick force 1995 lbs (904 kg)
John Deere 8B Backhoe	Weight 1260 lbs (571 kg), Transport height 81 inches (205 cm), Bucket width 12 inches (30 cm), Digging depths 18, 24, 36 inches (45, 60, 91 cm), 2-Foot flat digging depth 102 inches (259 cm), Reach from pivot 133 inches (337 cm), Loading height 82 inches (208 cm), Bucket Rotation 180°, Swing Arc 180°, Bucket force 3389 lbs (1537 kg), Dipperstick force 2213 lbs (1003 kg)
72.8" mid-mount mower deck	72.8 inches cutting width (184 cm), 3-blade with hydraulic lift, weight 448 lbs (203 kg), overall width 85 inches (215 cm), cut height 1.5 to 8.6 inch (3 to 21 cm)

Transmission

Type	9-speed partially synchronized
Speeds	9-speed

Tractor hitch

Control	position control
Rear Type	I
Rear lift (at 24"/610mm)	2020 lbs (916 kg)

Dimensions & Tires

Length	123 inches (312 cm)
2WD Width	57.8 inches (146 cm) (Minimum width.)
4WD Width	59.8 inches (151 cm) (Minimum width.)
Wheelbase	68.9 inches (175 cm)
2WD Weight	2670 lbs (1211 kg)
4WD Weight	3045 lbs (1381 kg)
Rear tread	45.3 to 59 inches (115 to 149 cm)
Lawn/turf rear	44x18.00-20
2WD Front tread	48 to 65 inches (121 to 165 cm)
4WD Front tread	50 to 62 inches (127 to 157 cm)
Lawn/turf front	27x8.50-15
2WD Optional tires (ag)	Front: 5.00-15. Rear: 11.2-24, Front: 5.00-15. Rear: 12.4-24, Front: 5.50-16. Rear: 13.6-24
2WD Standard tires (ag)	Front: 5.50-16. Rear: 12.4-28
4WD Optional tires (ag)	Front: 7-16. Rear: 12.4-28
4WD Standard tires (ag)	Front: 7-16. Rear: 13.6-24
2WD Clearance (front axle)	14.6 inches (37 cm)
4WD Clearance (front axle)	13.7 inches (34 cm)

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)
Engine RPM (Mid PTO)	2100@2600
Engine RPM (Rear PTO)	540@2600