John Deere LI vs John Deere MI

Verdict: John Deere LI vs John Deere MI

The John Deere LI and the John Deere MI are both industrial tractors — here is how they stack up on the figures that matter. John Deere MI leads on rated power with 20 hp against 9 hp. John Deere LI is the lighter machine (703 kg vs 1,360 kg), which helps on soft ground and transport, while the heavier model carries more ballast for traction-limited draft work. John Deere MI is the newer design (1949 vs 1941). In short: choose the John Deere MI for outright pulling power, or the John Deere LI if a tighter budget and lighter footprint matter more. Compare the full spec tables below before booking a demo.