John Deere 300 vs John Deere 500

Verdict: John Deere 300 vs John Deere 500

The John Deere 300 and the John Deere 500 are both snowmobiles — here is how they stack up on the figures that matter. John Deere 500 leads on rated power with 36 hp against 25 hp. John Deere 300 is the lighter machine (170 kg vs 174 kg), which helps on soft ground and transport, while the heavier model carries more ballast for traction-limited draft work. John Deere 300 is the newer design (1974 vs 1972). In short: choose the John Deere 500 for outright pulling power, or the John Deere 300 if a tighter budget and lighter footprint matter more. Compare the full spec tables below before booking a demo.