John Deere 401A vs John Deere 401B

Verdict: John Deere 401A vs John Deere 401B

The John Deere 401A and the John Deere 401B are both industrial tractors — here is how they stack up on the figures that matter. John Deere 401B leads on rated power with 66 hp against 63 hp. John Deere 401B is the lighter machine (4,452 kg vs 7,600 kg), which helps on soft ground and transport, while the heavier model carries more ballast for traction-limited draft work. John Deere 401B is the newer design (1974 vs 1972). In short: choose the John Deere 401B for outright pulling power, or the John Deere 401A if a tighter budget and lighter footprint matter more. Compare the full spec tables below before booking a demo.