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John Deere 1070
John Deere 1070 — 70 Compact Series · 39 hp. Reference specifications; pending source verification.
The John Deere 1070 is a tractor model with a rated power output of 39 hp, positioning it at the lighter end of its class. Produced from 1989 to 1998, this model features a 4-cylinder diesel liquid-cooled engine, paired with four-wheel drive and a 9-speed gearbox. The operating weight of the John Deere 1070 ranges from 2980 to 3265 pounds. It is suitable for operations spanning up to 200 acres.
Provisional listing — the headline figure is shown; full specifications are auto-generated and pending verification against published sources.
Rated power
39 hp
Weight
2980 to 3265 pounds
Catalogue coverage
Variants represented
2
Richest spec table
145 rows
Recorded power
39 hp
Recorded weight
203 kg
Transmissions
9-speed partially synchronized
Production years
1989-1998
Verified variants
0
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Overview
DistributorJohn DeereReference
ManufacturerYanmarReference
Compact Utility tractorReference
Built in JapanReference
Original price was $18,000 in 1998Reference
Two- or four-wheel driveReference
Final drivesplanetaryReference
Differential lockmechanical rearReference
Power steeringReference
Wet disc brakesReference
Two-post ROPS. Canopy optional.Reference
Engine
Yanmar 1.9L 4-cyl dieselReference
Engine (gross)28.7 kWReference
Engine (net)26.1 kWReference
Yanmar 4TN84Reference
dieselReference
4-cylinderReference
liquid-cooledReference
Displacement1.9 LReference
Bore/Stroke84 x 86 mmReference
Power (net)26.1 kWReference
Power (gross)28.7 kWReference
Fuel systemdirect injectionReference
Air cleanerdryReference
Pre-heatingair intake heaterReference
Compression17.8:1Reference
Rated RPM2600Reference
Idle RPM800-2875Reference
Starter volts12Reference
Coolant capacity5.8 LReference
Oil capacity5.3 LReference
Oil change200 hReference
Transmission
9-speed partially synchronizedReference
Typepartially synchronizedReference
Gears9 forward and 3 reverseReference
Clutch225mm dry discReference
Oil capacity20.8 LReference
Three speeds, plus reverse, in three ranges. Speeds may be shifted on the move. Tractor must be stopped to shift ranges.Reference
PTO & Hydraulics
PTO (claimed)26.1 kWReference
Hydraulic system20.8 LReference
Typeopen centerReference
Capacity20.8 LReference
Pressure155.1 barReference
Rear valves2Reference
Mid valves2Reference
Pump flow34.1 lpmReference
Total flow51.1 lpmReference
Steering flow17.0 lpmReference
Rear TypeIReference
Controlposition control and lower-link draft sensingReference
Rear lift (at 24"/610mm)916 kgReference
Rear PTOliveReference
Rear PTO Type540 (1.375)Reference
Engine RPM540@2600Reference
Mid PTOliveReference
Mid PTO Type2100Reference
Engine RPM2100@2600Reference
Capacities
Fuel40.1 LReference
Front axle8.0 LReference
Dimensions
Wheelbase175 cmReference
Weight2980 to 3265 poundsReference
Front tire6.00-16Reference
2WD Rear tire13.6-24Reference
Weight203 kgReference
Weight563 kgReference
Weight571 kgReference
2WD Standard tires (ag)Front: 6.00-16. Rear: 13.6-24Reference
4WD Standard tires (ag)Front: 8-16. Rear: 13.6-28Reference
2WD Optional tires (ag)Front: 6.50-16. Rear: 13.6-28Reference
Lawn/turf front27x8.50-15Reference
Lawn/turf rear44x18.00-20Reference
Length312 cmReference
Width164 cmReference
2WD Weight1351 kgReference
4WD Weight1481 kgReference
2WD Clearance (front axle)34 cmReference
4WD Clearance (front axle)39 cmReference
2WD Front tread141 to 192 cmReference
4WD Front tread127 to 154 cmReference
Rear tread134 to 185 cmReference
John Deere 1070 attachments
72.8" mid-mount mower deckReference
bladeReference
front-end loaderReference
backhoeReference
1070 Serial Number Location
Below the PTO on the rear of the transmission case.Reference
1070 Serial Numbers
1989001001Reference
1990001338Reference
1991100001Reference
1992115001Reference
1993120001Reference
1994130001Reference
1995140001Reference
1996150001Reference
1997160001Reference
1998170001Reference
FAQ: How to read a serial number table.Reference
Electrical
GroundnegativeReference
Charging systemalternatorReference
Charging amps20Reference
Charging amps35Reference
Battery CCA550Reference
Battery volts12Reference
Attachment overview
72.8" mid-mount mower deckReference
BladeReference
John Deere 80 loaderReference
John Deere 440 loaderReference
BackhoeReference
72.8" Mower deck
Typemid-mount John Deere 72Reference
Type3-blade with hydraulic liftReference
Cutting width184 cmReference
Overall width215 cmReference
Cut height3 to 21 cmReference
John Deere 8A Backhoe
Backhoe typeJohn Deere 8A BackhoeReference
Transport height205 cmReference
Bucket width30 cmReference
Bucket width45 cmReference
Bucket width60 cmReference
Bucket width91 cmReference
2-Foot flat digging depth259 cmReference
Reach from pivot337 cmReference
Loading height208 cmReference
Bucket Rotation180°Reference
Swing Arc180°Reference
Bucket force1357 kgReference
Dipperstick force904 kgReference
John Deere 8B Backhoe
Backhoe typeJohn Deere 8B BackhoeReference
Transport height205 cmReference
Bucket width30 cmReference
Bucket width45 cmReference
Bucket width60 cmReference
Bucket width91 cmReference
2-Foot flat digging depth259 cmReference
Reach from pivot337 cmReference
Loading height208 cmReference
Bucket Rotation180°Reference
Swing Arc180°Reference
Bucket force1537 kgReference
Dipperstick force1003 kgReference
John Deere 1070 Height
2WD Hood132 cmReference
4WD Hood137 cmReference
2WD ROPS212 cmReference
4WD ROPS217 cmReference
2WD Exhaust197 cmReference
4WD Exhaust199 cmReference
Speeds
With 13.6-28 rear tires.Reference
Values normalized to UK metric units. Every figure is traced to at least one source; verified specs are cross-checked against two or more.
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