Quick answer:
The John Deere L transmission listing shows 16F/16R gears, 16-speed, 24-speed, and 4-speed. Top travel speed is 8.5 mph forward and 2.5 mph reverse. Transmission options include AutoPowr, IVT, AutoQuad, PowrQuad, PowerShift, and PowerReverser.
Forward/reverse gears16F/16R
Forward speed13.7 km/h
Reverse speed4 km/h
Transmission optionsAutoPowr, IVT, AutoQuad, PowrQuad + 2 more
Reverser/shuttlePowerReverser
John Deere L Transmission Specs
| Forward/reverse gears | 16F/16R |
|---|---|
| Transmission gear count | 16-speed; 24-speed; 4-speed |
| Top forward speed | 8.5 mph |
| Top reverse speed | 2.5 mph |
| Transmission options | AutoPowr, IVT, AutoQuad, PowrQuad, PowerShift, PowerReverser |
| Shuttle or reverser type | PowerReverser |
Transmission Speed Comparison Chart
Top forward speed comparison
Top reverse speed comparison
John Deere L Extra Transmission Notes
| Speed note | The John Deere L transmission speed listing gives 8.5 mph forward and 2.5 mph reverse. Reverse speed is noticeably lower than forward speed, which is common on many tractor transmissions |
|---|---|
| Options note | The John Deere L transmission-options field shows AutoPowr, IVT, AutoQuad, PowrQuad, PowerShift, PowerReverser. The long option list usually means this model family had multiple transmission packages across trims, years or markets |
| Reverser note | The John Deere L listing includes PowerReverser. That is a useful buyer detail for loader work, shuttling and frequent forward/reverse direction changes |
Official information note
Mistakes do happen. Transmission specs can change by year, trim, region, tire size and option package. Please check the operator manual, build sheet and official deere.com website for official information.







