John Deere 2240 Orchard vs John Deere 70 Standard

Verdict: John Deere 2240 Orchard vs John Deere 70 Standard

The John Deere 2240 Orchard and the John Deere 70 Standard are both tractors — here is how they stack up on the figures that matter. Both are rated at the same 50 hp. John Deere 2240 Orchard is the lighter machine (1,979 kg vs 3,345 kg), which helps on soft ground and transport, while the heavier model carries more ballast for traction-limited draft work. John Deere 2240 Orchard is the newer design (1976 vs 1954). Use the full side-by-side spec tables below to weigh the details against your own operation, and confirm with a dealer demo.