John Deere 300D vs John Deere 310
Verdict: John Deere 300D vs John Deere 310
The John Deere 300D and the John Deere 310 are both backhoe loaders — here is how they stack up on the figures that matter. John Deere 300D leads on rated power with 63 hp against 52 hp. John Deere 310 is the lighter machine (5,783 kg vs 12,200 kg), which helps on soft ground and transport, while the heavier model carries more ballast for traction-limited draft work. John Deere 300D is the newer design (1991 vs 1971). In short: choose the John Deere 300D for outright pulling power, or the John Deere 310 if a tighter budget and lighter footprint matter more. Compare the full spec tables below before booking a demo.
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.


