John Deere 500C vs John Deere 610B

Verdict: John Deere 500C vs John Deere 610B

The John Deere 500C and the John Deere 610B are both backhoe loaders — here is how they stack up on the figures that matter. John Deere 500C leads on rated power with 83 hp against 80 hp. John Deere 610B is the lighter machine (6,645 kg vs 6,985 kg), which helps on soft ground and transport, while the heavier model carries more ballast for traction-limited draft work. John Deere 610B is the newer design (1984 vs 1971). In short: choose the John Deere 500C for outright pulling power, or the John Deere 610B if a tighter budget and lighter footprint matter more. Compare the full spec tables below before booking a demo.