Engine Horsepower: 130 hp
Manufactured: 1983 to 1988
John Deere 4050 Summary
The John Deere 4050 was produced from 1983 to 1988 as part of the 50 Series. This row-crop tractor, built in Waterloo, Iowa, USA, features engine options including a 7.6L or 5.9L 6-cyl diesel. It provides an engine power of 130 hp, with a claimed drawbar power of 87 hp and PTO power of 100 hp. Variants include the 4050 Hi-Crop for high clearance.

John Deere 4050 Horsepower, Weight, and Specifications:
John Deere 4050
What is the production information for the John Deere 4050?
- Manufacturer: John Deere
- Type: Row-Crop tractor
- Location: Built in Waterloo, Iowa, USA
- Original price: $38,931 (1983 Quad-Range ROPS 2WD)
- Original price: $58,690 (1983 Power Shift Cab 4WD)
Are there any variants of the John Deere 4050?
- Variant: 4050 Hi-Crop (high clearance)
What engines are available for the John Deere 4050?
- Engine 1: John Deere 7.6L 6-cyl diesel
- Engine 2: John Deere 5.9L 6-cyl diesel
What transmissions are available for the John Deere 4050?
- Transmission 1: 16-speed partial power shift
- Transmission 2: 15-speed full power shift
What is the horsepower of the John Deere 4050?
- Engine: 130 hp (96.9 kW)
- Drawbar (claimed): 87 hp (64.9 kW)
- PTO (claimed): 100 hp (74.6 kW)
- Drawbar (tested): 94.99 hp (70.8 kW)
- PTO (tested): 105.89 hp (79.0 kW)
What are the mechanical features of the John Deere 4050?
- Drive: Two- or four-wheel drive
- Final drives: Inboard planetary
- Differential lock: Hydraulic rear
- Steering: Power steering
- Brakes: Hydrostatic wet disc brakes
- Cab: Sound-Gard cab standard with air-conditioning. Optional four-post Roll-Gard ROPS.
What is the fuel and hydraulic capacity of the John Deere 4050?
- Fuel capacity: 46 gal (174.1 L)
- Hydraulic system: 10.5 gal (2WD Power Shift), 13.5 gal (4WD Power Shift), 16.0 gal (Quad-Range)
What are the hydraulic specifications of the John Deere 4050?
- Type: Closed center
- Capacity: 10.5 gal (2WD Power Shift), 13.5 gal (4WD Power Shift), 16.0 gal (Quad-Range)
- Pressure: 2277 psi (157.0 bar)
- Valves: 2 to 3
- Pump flow: 26.5 gpm (100.3 lpm)
What is the hitch information for the John Deere 4050?
- Rear Type: II/I
- Control: Lower-link draft sensing
- Rear lift: 6,294 lbs (2854 kg) standard, 7,418 lbs (3364 kg) optional
What are the Power Take-off (PTO) specifications of the John Deere 4050?
- Rear PTO: Independent
- Clutch: Hydraulic wet disc
- Rear RPM: 540/1000
- Engine RPM: 540@2200, 1000@2200
What are the dimensions and tire specifications of the John Deere 4050?
- Wheelbase: 106.7 inches (2WD), 105.3 inches (4WD)
- Weight: 11098 to 12720 pounds
- Front tire: 10.00-16
- 2WD Rear tire: 18.4-38
What are the electrical specifications of the John Deere 4050?
- Ground: Negative
- Charging system: Alternator
- Charging amps: 72, 90 (with Sound-Gard cab)
- Batteries: 2
- Battery volts: 6, 12 (Optional)
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