The John Deere 870 is 123 in long, 53.3 in wide, and 50.4 in tall.
Length123 in (10 ft 3 in) / 3,124.2 mm
Width53.3 in (4 ft 5.3 in) / 1,353.8 mm
Height50.4 in (4 ft 2.4 in) / 1,280.2 mm
Ground clearance12.7 in (1 ft 0.7 in) / 322.6 mm
John Deere 870 Dimensions
Overall length
123 in (10 ft 3 in) / 3,124.2 mm
Overall width
53.3 in (4 ft 5.3 in) / 1,353.8 mm
Overall height
50.4 in (4 ft 2.4 in) / 1,280.2 mm
Ground clearance
12.7 in (1 ft 0.7 in) / 322.6 mm
Tractor Size Comparison Chart
Overall length comparison
This model
123 in
Average
125.2 in
Low
44.5 in
High
346.3 in
Overall width comparison
This model
53.3 in
Average
70 in
Low
20 in
High
176 in
Overall height comparison
This model
50.4 in
Average
79.8 in
Low
36 in
High
156 in
Ground clearance comparison
This model
12.7 in
Average
16.3 in
Low
3.5 in
High
65.4 in
John Deere 870 Extra Dimension Notes
Storage fit note
The John Deere 870 may be garage-friendly in some setups, but only after checking the actual door height and width. With length 123 in (10 ft 3 in) / 3,124.2 mm, width 53.3 in (4 ft 5.3 in) / 1,353.8 mm, and height 50.4 in (4 ft 2.4 in) / 1,280.2 mm, measure before assuming fit.
Fitment note
The John Deere 870 fitment numbers are length at 123 in (10 ft 3 in) / 3,124.2 mm, width at 53.3 in (4 ft 5.3 in) / 1,353.8 mm, and height at 50.4 in (4 ft 2.4 in) / 1,280.2 mm. These decide whether it is garage-like, shed-like or machinery-shed size.
Ground clearance note
The John Deere 870 captured clearance is 12.7 in (1 ft 0.7 in) / 322.6 mm. This tells you how much room there is under the tractor.
Storage Tips
Garage-style storage may work, but judge it against a clear opening around 7 ft high, 8 ft wide, and 15 ft deep, not the exact tractor dimensions.
Use the bare dimensions only as a starting point; a practical storage target is a clear opening around 7 ft high, 8 ft wide, and 15 ft deep.
This size is still realistic for smaller sheds when the approach is straight and the attachments are removed.
Storage FAQ
Will it fit in a garage?
If your garage door is close to 50.4 in tall or 53.3 in wide, count it as too tight. The safer check for the John Deere 870 is around 7 ft high, 8 ft wide, and 15 ft deep.
What size door should I check?
Measure the real clear opening, not the advertised door size. You need it to clear the John Deere 870’s 50.4 in height and 53.3 in width, with about 15 ft for the 123 in length.
Do attachments change the storage size?
Yes. Measure the tractor in storage trim: highest point compared with 50.4 in, widest point compared with 53.3 in, and longest parked length compared with 123 in.
How much maneuvering room should I allow?
For this compact tractor, the doorway is only half the storage check. With 123 in overall length, plan room outside the shed to straighten the tractor before entering.
Official information note
Mistakes do happen. Tractor dimensions can change by year, tire setup, cab/ROPS setup, attachments and market. Please check the operator manual, build sheet and official deere.com website for official information.
