John Deere tractor · 1961-1963

John Deere 3010 Tractor

The John Deere 3010 is a capable 1960s New Generation row-crop tractor with roughly 52 drawbar horsepower and diesel PTO output near 59 hp. It is a versatile collector-work tractor, but buyers should confirm its fuel type and chassis version on TractorData.com.

Production years

1961-1963

Engine

4-cylinder: 3.3 L gasoline or LP gas, or 4.2 L diesel

Power

52 hp claimed drawbar; diesel tested PTO: 59.44 hp

Weight

About 5,624-6,500 lb, depending on version

John Deere 3010 specifications

Production years	1961-1963
Built in	Waterloo, Iowa, USA, and Mexico
Engine	4-cylinder: 3.3 L gasoline or LP gas, or 4.2 L diesel
Power	52 hp claimed drawbar; diesel tested PTO: 59.44 hp
Transmission	8-speed partially synchronized gear
Drive	2WD
Fuel type	Gasoline, diesel, or LP gas
Weight	About 5,624-6,500 lb, depending on version

What the 3010 is used for

The 3010 fits hay equipment, moderate tillage, PTO work, and general farm chores where a 50-hp-class vintage row-crop tractor is appropriate. It was offered as row-crop, row-crop utility, standard, and orchard models.

Its independent 540/1000 PTO and Category II rear hitch make it more implement-friendly than older Deere two-cylinders. A loader-equipped example can be useful, but it remains an older 2WD tractor with an open station.

Why the John Deere 3010 stands out

The 3010 introduced New Generation-era features in a mid-size package, including power steering, hydraulic wet-disc brakes, closed-center hydraulics, independent PTO, and an 8-speed partially synchronized transmission. Deere built about 44,000 tractors across its production run.

Buying a used John Deere 3010

Confirm whether the tractor is gasoline, diesel, or LP gas and whether it is row-crop, utility, standard, or orchard before sourcing parts. On any candidate, test all gears under load, PTO engagement, hydraulic response, steering, brakes, charging system, and three-point function; inspect the rear transmission serial plate and compare it to the published serial table.

John Deere 3010 frequently asked questions

How much PTO power does a John Deere 3010 diesel have?

Nebraska Test 762 recorded 59.44 hp PTO power at rated engine speed for the 3010 diesel.

What engines were available in the John Deere 3010?

John Deere offered 3.3 L four-cylinder gasoline and LP-gas engines, plus a 4.2 L four-cylinder diesel.

Does the 3010 have independent PTO?

Yes. The 3010 has an independent rear PTO with 540/1000-rpm capability.

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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