Production years
1991-1998
John Deere planter ยท 1991-1998
John Deere 7300 Planter
The John Deere 7300 is the integral, three-point counterpart to the drawn 7200, using MaxEmerge II row units. It was widely sold in four-, six-, eight-, and twelve-row configurations and remains a popular economical platform for corn and soybean planting.
Planter type
Integral three-point-mounted row-crop planter
Row configurations
4, 6, 8, and 12 rows; 30-, 36-, and 38-in. spacing were common
Metering system
MaxEmerge II finger pickup or vacuum, depending on specification
John Deere 7300 specifications
| Production years | 1991-1998 |
|---|---|
| Planter type | Integral three-point-mounted row-crop planter |
| Row configurations | 4, 6, 8, and 12 rows; 30-, 36-, and 38-in. spacing were common |
| Metering system | MaxEmerge II finger pickup or vacuum, depending on specification |
| Seed types | Corn, soybeans, edible beans, sorghum, sunflowers, and others with proper meter equipment |
| Frame | Rigid or folding integral toolbar, depending on row count |
| Drive system | Ground-driven mechanical transmission; hydraulic vacuum fan on vacuum models |
| Weight | About 3,500 to 10,000 lb, depending on row count, folding frame, fertilizer, and options |
What the 7300 is used for
The 7300 was built for farms that wanted Deere MaxEmerge II planting accuracy in a three-point-mounted package. It served corn and soybean operations well in common 30-inch rows, with other row spacings and crop-meter choices available.
It is still widely used for moderate acreages, custom food-plot work, and farms needing a serviceable mounted planter. Its manageable size and huge supply of replacement and upgrade parts help keep good examples productive.
Why the John Deere 7300 stands out
The 7300's lasting popularity comes from the MaxEmerge II row unit, simple mechanical drive, and extraordinary parts and aftermarket support. Precision Planting and other aftermarket suppliers offer monitoring, meter, seed-tube, closing-wheel, row-cleaner, and downforce-related upgrades for these planters.
Buying a used John Deere 7300
First identify whether the planter has finger-pickup or vacuum meters, then inspect the meter components and test every row. Check opener-disc diameter and bearing condition, gauge-wheel-arm play, closing wheels, seed tubes, parallel-arm bushings, drive chains, sprockets, clutch operation, markers, and monitor harness. On vacuum versions, inspect fan bearings, hoses, seals, and hydraulic plumbing; on mounted models, inspect the three-point hitch, toolbar, and folding hardware for cracks or repairs.
John Deere 7300 frequently asked questions
Is the John Deere 7300 drawn or mounted?
The 7300 is the three-point-mounted version of the related Deere 7200 planter.
What meters were available on a 7300?
MaxEmerge II finger-pickup and vacuum configurations were available.
Are parts still available for a 7300?
Yes. Deere and aftermarket support remains extensive, although availability of individual original components can vary.
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.