SPECS / COMPARISON
John Deere 870 vs John Deere 4210
A detailed comparison of the John Deere 870 and the John Deere 4210. Click a model name to view its full specifications.
Horsepower
John Deere 87020.9 kW (28.0 HP)
John Deere 421020.1 kW (26.9 HP)
Weight
John Deere 8701210.0 kg (2WD: 2513.3 lbs (1140.0 kg) 4WD: 2667.6 lbs)
John Deere 42101213.0 kg (2WD: 2381.0 lbs (1080.0 kg) 4WD: 2674.2 lbs)
Lift Capacity
John Deere 870852.0 kg (1878.3 lbs)
John Deere 4210770.0 kg (1697.6 lbs)
| Specification | John Deere 870 Compact and Multi-Purpose Tractors | John Deere 4210Compact and Multi-Purpose Tractors |
|---|---|---|
| Tractor Type | Compact Utility Tractor | Compact Utility Tractor |
| Horsepower | 20.9 kW (28.0 HP) | 20.1 kW (26.9 HP) |
| Weight | 1210.0 kg (2WD: 2513.3 lbs (1140.0 kg) 4WD: 2667.6 lbs) | 1213.0 kg (2WD: 2381.0 lbs (1080.0 kg) 4WD: 2674.2 lbs) |
| Lift Capacity | 852.0 kg (1878.3 lbs) | 770.0 kg (1697.6 lbs) |
| Transmission Type | Syncromesh with two-stage dry disc clutch | Hydrostatic |
| Length | 312.0 cm (122.8 in.) | 297.0 cm (116.9 in.) |
| Years Made | 1989-1998 | 2002-2004 |
| Engine Model | Yanmar 3TN84 | Yanmar 3TNE82A |
| Engine Type | 4-stroke, liquid-cooled, inline | 4-stroke, liquid-cooled, inline |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Cylinders | 3 | 3 |
| Displacement | 1362 cc (83.1 cu in.) | 1330 cc (81.2 cu in.) |
| Bore | 8.41 cm (3.31 in.) | 8.20 cm (3.23 in.) |
| Stroke | 8.61 cm (3.39 in.) | 8.41 cm (3.31 in.) |
| Rear PTO Type | Live with two stage clutch | Independent |
| Rear PTO Speed | 540 RPM | 540 RPM |
| Middle PTO Type | Independent | Optional |
| Middle PTO Speed | 2100 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Compression Ratio | 18.1:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Battery | 12 V, CCA 447A | 12 V, CCA 500A |
| Starter | Electric | Electric |
| Height | 210.0 cm (82.7 in.) | 201.0 cm (79.1 in.) |
| Wheelbase | 146.0 cm (57.5 in.) | 165.0 cm (65.0 in.) |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 32.0 l (8.5 gal) | 38.0 l (10.0 gal) |
| Oil Capacity | 4.8 l (1.3 gal) | 3.8 l (1.0 gal) |
| Coolant Capacity | 5.2 l (1.4 gal) | 5.3 l (1.4 gal) |
| Transmission Oil Capacity | 20.8 l (5.5 gal) | 25.7 l (6.8 gal) |
| Hydraulic Capacity | 20.8 l (5.5 gal) | 25.7 l (SyncShift: 6.3 gal (23.8 l) eHydro: 6.8 gal) |
| Engine Oil Type | SAE 10W-30, API: CE or CD | — |
| Final Drive | Planetary | — |
| Gears | 9 forward and 2 reverse | Infinite forward and reverse |
| Chassis | 4×2 2WD or 4×4 MFWD 4WD | 4×2 2WD or 4×4 MFWD 4WD |
| Max. Travel Speed | 5.3 km/h (Forward: 10.6 MPH (17.1 km/h) Reverse: 3.3 MPH) | 23.8 km/h (Forward: 14.8 MPH (23.8 km/h) Reverse: 14.8 MPH) |
| Brakes | Differential wet disc | Wet disc |
| Drawbar Category | I | I |
| Cabin Type | Open operator station with two-post ROPS | Two-post ROPS or foldable ROPS |
| Hitch Type | Position control | — |
| Steering Type | Manual or hydrostatic power | Power |
| Front Tires | Ag: 5.00-15 , 7-14 | Ag: 4.00-15 , 7.00-14 |
| Rear Tires | Ag: 12.4-24 | Ag: 11.2-24 |
| Hydraulic Type | Open center | Open center |
| Total Flow | 30.7 LPM (8.1 GPM) | 46.6 LPM (12.3 GPM) |
| Working Pressure | 155.1 bar (2250.0 psi) | 146.5 bar (2125.0 psi) |
| Valves | 2 | 5 |
| Pump Flow | — | 26.5 LPM (7.0 GPM) |
| Rated RPM | — | 2600 RPM |
| Transmission Model | — | eHydro |
| Differential Lock | — | Mechanical |
| Steering Flow | — | 20.1 LPM (5.3 GPM) |
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