John Deere 4049M vs John Deere 50C

Verdict: John Deere 4049M vs John Deere 50C

The John Deere 4049M and the John Deere 50C are both tractors — here is how they stack up on the figures that matter. Both are rated at the same 49 hp. John Deere 4049M is the lighter machine (1,710 kg vs 1,900 kg), which helps on soft ground and transport, while the heavier model carries more ballast for traction-limited draft work. John Deere 50C holds more fuel (50.0 L vs 49.2 L) for longer stints between fills. John Deere 4049M is the newer design (2014 vs 2005). Use the full side-by-side spec tables below to weigh the details against your own operation, and confirm with a dealer demo.