John Deere tractor · 1965-1973

John Deere 1020 Tractor

The John Deere 1020 is a 1965-1973 utility tractor with either a three-cylinder gasoline or diesel engine and 38.82 hp claimed PTO output. It provides more modern utility features than earlier classics, including closed-center hydraulics and several transmission choices.

Production years

1965-1973

Engine

John Deere 2.2 L three-cylinder gasoline or 2.5 L three-cylinder diesel

Power

38.82 hp claimed PTO; 33 hp claimed drawbar

Weight approx.

4,210-4,870 lb

John Deere 1020 specifications

Production years	1965-1973
Type	Two-wheel-drive utility tractor
Engine	John Deere 2.2 L three-cylinder gasoline or 2.5 L three-cylinder diesel
Fuel type	Gasoline or diesel
Power	38.82 hp claimed PTO; 33 hp claimed drawbar
Transmission	Eight-speed collar shift, 16-speed two-speed power shift, or eight-speed power shuttle
PTO	540 rpm; live and independent arrangements were optional
Weight approx.	4,210-4,870 lb

What the 1020 is used for

The 1020 is a versatile choice for mowing, loader chores, light tillage, and Type I three-point work on a small farm. Its 2,010-lb listed rear lift capacity broadens its usefulness with mounted implements.

Choose the PTO and transmission configuration to fit the job. The available independent PTO and power-shuttle transmission are particularly relevant features to verify on a tractor intended for frequent implement or loader use.

Why the John Deere 1020 stands out

The 1020 uses closed-center hydraulics with a listed 10.5-gpm pump flow and planetary final drives. John Deere offered utility, low-crop, high-crop, row-crop utility, and orchard variants.

Buying a used John Deere 1020

Confirm the engine fuel type, transmission, and PTO arrangement because they were not uniform across all 1020s. Inspect hydraulic response, power steering if fitted, the differential-lock option if present, and the serial plate on the right side of the transmission case before ordering parts.

John Deere 1020 frequently asked questions

What years was the John Deere 1020 made?

John Deere produced the 1020 from 1965 through 1973.

How much PTO power does a John Deere 1020 have?

Its claimed PTO output is 38.82 hp; tested PTO output is listed at 38.92 hp.

Did all John Deere 1020 tractors have independent PTO?

No. Independent PTO was optional; transmission and live PTO arrangements were also offered.

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 tractors vary by condition and region. Page updated Aug 4, 2026.

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