Production years
1997-2004
John Deere grain drill ยท 1997-2004
John Deere 1560 Grain Drill
The John Deere 1560 is the direct predecessor to the 1590, a 10-, 15-, or 20-foot no-till box drill with Deere's proven single-disc opener system. It is widely respected for drilling small grains, soybeans, and cover crops into residue when its openers are maintained.
Working width
10, 15, or 20 ft; 15 ft common
Row spacing
7.5 in. common; other configurations available
Number of openers/rows
24 on common 15-ft, 7.5-in. model
John Deere 1560 specifications
| Production years | 1997-2004 |
|---|---|
| Drill type | No-till box drill |
| Working width | 10, 15, or 20 ft; 15 ft common |
| Row spacing | 7.5 in. common; other configurations available |
| Number of openers/rows | 24 on common 15-ft, 7.5-in. model |
| Opener type | 18-in. single-disc opener |
| Seed and fertilizer boxes | Plain grain or combination grain/fertilizer box |
| Weight (approximate) | About 8,000 lb for a 15-ft configuration; confirm options and serial number |
What the 1560 is used for
The 1560 was designed for direct seeding wheat, soybeans, small grains, and cover crops in no-till and reduced-tillage systems. Its single-disc openers, gauge wheels, and closing arrangement allow it to work in residue that would challenge a conventional drill.
Owners continue to value it as a capable older no-till drill with substantial parts support. It is often chosen where a 15-foot drill offers the right balance of acreage capacity, transport convenience, and tractor requirement.
Why the John Deere 1560 stands out
The 1560 is notable for bringing Deere's durable single-disc no-till opener design to a versatile box-drill platform. Good seed placement, proven residue capability, and shared wear-part support with related Deere no-till equipment help it retain demand.
Buying a used John Deere 1560
Openers determine the value of a used 1560: inspect disc diameter, bearings, boot wear, seed-tube condition, gauge-wheel play, and press and closing-wheel condition row by row. Also check down-pressure springs and linkage, drive chains and sprockets, fluted-feed components, box rust, partition operation, and hydraulic lift function before purchase.
John Deere 1560 frequently asked questions
Is the John Deere 1560 a no-till drill?
Yes. It is a purpose-built no-till box drill using single-disc openers.
What width is the common 1560?
The 15-foot model is common, and it typically has 24 openers at 7.5-inch spacing.
What replaced the John Deere 1560?
The John Deere 1590 succeeded the 1560 as Deere's no-till box-drill line.
Specifications are commonly cited figures for general reference; exact figures vary by year and serial number, so confirm against TractorData.com and the machine's records. Values and prices of used grain drills vary by condition, use, and region. Page updated Aug 4, 2026.