John Deere 310SJ vs John Deere 510D

Verdict: John Deere 310SJ vs John Deere 510D

The John Deere 310SJ and the John Deere 510D are both backhoe loaders — here is how they stack up on the figures that matter. John Deere 510D leads on rated power with 100 hp against 93 hp. John Deere 310SJ is the lighter machine (14,510 kg vs 16,000 kg), which helps on soft ground and transport, while the heavier model carries more ballast for traction-limited draft work. John Deere 310SJ is the newer design (2007 vs 1991). In short: choose the John Deere 510D for outright pulling power, or the John Deere 310SJ if a tighter budget and lighter footprint matter more. Compare the full spec tables below before booking a demo.