John Deere 510D vs John Deere 710J

Verdict: John Deere 510D vs John Deere 710J

The John Deere 510D and the John Deere 710J are both backhoe loaders — here is how they stack up on the figures that matter. John Deere 710J leads on rated power with 126 hp against 100 hp. John Deere 510D is the lighter machine (16,000 kg vs 23,000 kg), which helps on soft ground and transport, while the heavier model carries more ballast for traction-limited draft work. John Deere 710J is the newer design (2007 vs 1991). In short: choose the John Deere 710J for outright pulling power, or the John Deere 510D if a tighter budget and lighter footprint matter more. Compare the full spec tables below before booking a demo.