John Deere 440B vs John Deere 550
Verdict: John Deere 440B vs John Deere 550
The John Deere 440B and the John Deere 550 are both industrial tractors — here is how they stack up on the figures that matter. John Deere 550 leads on rated power with 80 hp against 76 hp. John Deere 440B is the lighter machine (12,250 kg vs 15,340 kg), which helps on soft ground and transport, while the heavier model carries more ballast for traction-limited draft work. John Deere 550 is the newer design (1976 vs 1970). In short: choose the John Deere 550 for outright pulling power, or the John Deere 440B 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.