Compare/John Deere 2950 vs John Deere Q-85

John Deere 2950 vs John Deere Q-85

Verdict: John Deere 2950 vs John Deere Q-85

The John Deere 2950 and the John Deere Q-85 are both tractors — here is how they stack up on the figures that matter. Both are rated at the same 85 hp. John Deere Q-85 is the lighter machine (2,219 kg vs 4,581 kg), which helps on soft ground and transport, while the heavier model carries more ballast for traction-limited draft work. John Deere Q-85 is the newer design (2002 vs 1983). Use the full side-by-side spec tables below to weigh the details against your own operation, and confirm with a dealer demo.

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Fit & specs

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Rated power

85 hp

Confidence

98%

Guide price

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Overview

Manufacturer

John DeereReference

GoldiniReference

Adds a creeper to the low and reverse ranges of the Top-Shaft Synchronized transmission.Reference

liquid-cooledReference

Original price

$40,456 (1983 Cab 4WD )Reference

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Differential lock

mechanical rearReference

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Distributor

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John DeereReference

Engine

Fuel tank

122.3 LReference

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Drawbar (tested)

53.8 kWReference

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Displacement

5.9 LReference

2.8 LReference

Bore/Stroke

106 x 110 mmReference

94 x 100 mmReference

Air cleaner

two paper elementsReference

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Compression

17.4:1Reference

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Rated RPM

2500Reference

2600Reference

Starter volts

12Reference

Coolant capacity

18.9 LReference

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Power at rated engine speed

63.7 kWReference

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Max power

53.8 kWReference

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Engine (gross)

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63.4 kWReference

Rated Power (gross)

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63.4 kWReference

Torque

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290.0 NmReference

Torque RPM

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1400Reference

Starter

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electricReference

Transmission

John Deere TSS CreeperReference

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Gears

12 forward and 8 reverseReference

8 forward and reverseReference

Clutch

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280mm mechanical dry discReference

PTO & Hydraulics

PTO (claimed)

63.4 kWReference

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PTO (tested)

63.7 kWReference

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Type

partially synchronizedReference

open centerReference

Rear valves

2Reference

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Pump flow

87.1 lpmReference

39.0 lpmReference

Rear Type

IIReference

II/IReference

Control

load and depth controlReference

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Rear lift

2208 kgReference

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Rear PTO

independentReference

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Rear PTO Type

540/1000Reference

540/540EReference

Power at rated PTO speed

63.8 kWReference

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Rear lift (at ends)

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2500 kgReference

Dimensions

2WD Wheelbase

255 cmReference

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4WD Wheelbase

258 cmReference

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Weight

4581 kgReference

2219 kgReference

Front tire

10.00-16Reference

280/70-20Reference

2WD Rear tire

18.4-34Reference

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2WD Standard tires (ag)

Front: 10.00-16. Rear: 18.4-34Reference

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4WD Standard tires (ag)

Front: 13.6-24.8. Rear: 18.4-34Reference

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4WD Optional tires (ag)

Front: 13.6-28. Rear: 18.4-38Reference

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Length

389 cmReference

328 cmReference

Height (steering wheel)

185 cmReference

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Height (cab)

275 cmReference

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Operating weight

4581 kgReference

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Ballasted weight

5010 kgReference

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2WD Clearance (front axle)

65 cmReference

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4WD Clearance (front axle)

48 cmReference

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Wheelbase

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184 cmReference

Rear tire

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320/70-24Reference

Standard tires (ag)

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Front: 280/70-20. Rear: 320/70-24Reference

Height

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215 cmReference

John Deere 2950 attachments

2950 Serial Numbers

1983

433508Reference

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1984

505001Reference

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1985

532000Reference

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1986

562001Reference

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1987

587950Reference

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1988

592001Reference

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Location:

Right side of main tractor frame, above front axle.Reference

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Electrical

Ground

negativeReference

Charging system

alternatorReference

ROPS Charging amps

33Reference

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Cab Charging amps

55Reference

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Battery volts

12Reference

Charging amps

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55Reference

Attachment overview

Test results

Fuel use

20.1 l/hourReference

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Max pull

3977 kgReference

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Speeds

Fit score weighs budget, operation size, crop match and data confidence against the details above. It’s guidance, not advice — always confirm with a dealer demo.