John Deere 310J vs John Deere 500C

Verdict: John Deere 310J vs John Deere 500C

The John Deere 310J and the John Deere 500C are both backhoe loaders — here is how they stack up on the figures that matter. John Deere 310J leads on rated power with 84 hp against 83 hp. John Deere 500C is the lighter machine (6,985 kg vs 13,880 kg), which helps on soft ground and transport, while the heavier model carries more ballast for traction-limited draft work. John Deere 310J is the newer design (2007 vs 1971). In short: choose the John Deere 310J for outright pulling power, or the John Deere 500C if a tighter budget and lighter footprint matter more. Compare the full spec tables below before booking a demo.