John Deere 440A vs John Deere 455E
Verdict: John Deere 440A vs John Deere 455E
The John Deere 440A and the John Deere 455E are both industrial tractors — here is how they stack up on the figures that matter. John Deere 440A leads on rated power with 76 hp against 73 hp. John Deere 455E is the lighter machine (7,788 kg vs 11,900 kg), which helps on soft ground and transport, while the heavier model carries more ballast for traction-limited draft work. John Deere 455E holds more fuel (117.3 L vs 90.8 L) for longer stints between fills. John Deere 455E is the newer design (1985 vs 1967). In short: choose the John Deere 440A for outright pulling power, or the John Deere 455E 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.