John Deere 420I Special Utility vs John Deere BI

Verdict: John Deere 420I Special Utility vs John Deere BI

The John Deere 420I Special Utility and the John Deere BI are both industrial tractors — here is how they stack up on the figures that matter. John Deere 420I Special Utility leads on rated power with 29 hp against 14 hp. John Deere BI holds more fuel (45.4 L vs 39.7 L) for longer stints between fills. John Deere 420I Special Utility is the newer design (1957 vs 1936). In short: choose the John Deere 420I Special Utility for outright pulling power, or the John Deere BI if a tighter budget and lighter footprint matter more. Compare the full spec tables below before booking a demo.