Production years
1991-1998
John Deere planter ยท 1991-1998
John Deere 1750 Planter
The John Deere 1750 is a smaller MaxEmerge Plus integral planter from the 1990s, typically configured with 4, 6, or 8 rows. It is a straightforward rigid-frame row-crop planter with a good reputation for reliable mechanical operation on smaller corn and soybean farms.
Planter type
Integral rigid-frame row-crop planter
Row configurations
4-, 6-, and 8-row; 30-, 36-, and 38-inch spacings were common
Metering system
MaxEmerge Plus finger pickup or vacuum, depending on configuration
John Deere 1750 specifications
| Production years | 1991-1998 |
|---|---|
| Planter type | Integral rigid-frame row-crop planter |
| Row configurations | 4-, 6-, and 8-row; 30-, 36-, and 38-inch spacings were common |
| Metering system | MaxEmerge Plus finger pickup or vacuum, depending on configuration |
| Seed types | Corn, soybeans, sorghum, sunflower, and other crops with correct meters |
| Frame | Rigid toolbar carried by the tractor three-point hitch |
| Drive system | Ground-contact drive wheels and mechanical transmission |
| Weight | About 4,000-7,500 lb empty, depending on row count and equipment |
What the 1750 is used for
The 1750 was intended for smaller and mid-sized row-crop operations that wanted accurate singulation in a maneuverable integral planter. Four-, six-, and eight-row layouts made it especially suitable for conventional row widths and irregular fields.
Owners still use these planters for corn, soybeans, food plots, and lower-acreage commercial work. Their simpler layout, manageable size, and common MaxEmerge wear parts make a good example easy to keep operating.
Why the John Deere 1750 stands out
The appeal of the 1750 is its uncomplicated integral design combined with the well-proven MaxEmerge Plus row unit. It has a broad aftermarket for meters, seed tubes, openers, gauge wheels, row cleaners, closing wheels, and monitoring improvements, so it can be upgraded without replacing the entire planter.
Buying a used John Deere 1750
Check that the tractor can safely lift the specific loaded planter and any fertilizer attachments. Closely inspect the finger meters or vacuum parts, opener discs, seed tubes, gauge-wheel-arm wear, closing-wheel bearings, row-unit parallel-arm bushings, drive chains, wheel-drive engagement, and the toolbar and hitch structure. Confirm row spacing, hopper size, meter type, and optional equipment against the operator manual.
John Deere 1750 frequently asked questions
What row sizes were offered on the John Deere 1750?
Four-, six-, and eight-row machines were common, with 30-, 36-, and 38-inch spacings depending on configuration.
Is the 1750 a mounted planter?
Yes. It is an integral rigid-frame planter carried on the tractor three-point hitch.
Are parts still available for a 1750?
Many row-unit service parts and aftermarket upgrades remain readily available, although model-specific frame and drive parts should be checked before purchase.
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 planters vary by condition, use, and region. Page updated Aug 4, 2026.