John Deere 401D vs John Deere 450
Verdict: John Deere 401D vs John Deere 450
The John Deere 401D and the John Deere 450 are both industrial tractors — here is how they stack up on the figures that matter. John Deere 401D leads on rated power with 66 hp against 63 hp. John Deere 450 is the lighter machine (4,803 kg vs 5,120 kg), which helps on soft ground and transport, while the heavier model carries more ballast for traction-limited draft work. John Deere 401D is the newer design (1983 vs 1965). In short: choose the John Deere 401D 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.
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.


