John Deere 401C vs John Deere 450

Verdict: John Deere 401C vs John Deere 450

The John Deere 401C and the John Deere 450 are both industrial tractors — here is how they stack up on the figures that matter. John Deere 401C leads on rated power with 66 hp against 63 hp. John Deere 401C is the lighter machine (3,087 kg vs 4,803 kg), which helps on soft ground and transport, while the heavier model carries more ballast for traction-limited draft work. John Deere 401C is the newer design (1974 vs 1965). In short: choose the John Deere 401C for outright pulling power, or the John Deere 450 if a tighter budget and lighter footprint matter more. Compare the full spec tables below before booking a demo.