The John Deere 2030 is a mid-size utility tractor with a 3.6L 4-cylinder engine, closed-center hydraulics, and useful 8-speed or 16-speed transmission options. It is a simple, practical tractor built for general farm jobs, loader work, mowing, and light-to-medium field use.
General Specifications
Product Name
John Deere 2030
Type
Utility tractor
Brand
John Deere
Engine
John Deere 219.4 ci / 3.6 L diesel
Fuel Type
Diesel
Cylinders
4
Aspiration
Naturally aspirated
Engine Horsepower
68 HP / 50.7 kW
Drawbar Horsepower
51 HP claimed / 50.42 HP tested
PTO Horsepower
60.34 HP claimed / 60.65 HP tested
Rated RPM
2500 rpm
Transmission
8-speed collar shift, 16-speed Hi-Lo, or 8-speed reverser
85.75 in / 217 cm straight axle, 79.375 in / 201 cm swept axle
Weight
4,800 to 5,230 lb
Fuel Tank
19.5 gal / 73.8 L
Cooling System
12 qt / 11.4 L
Engine Oil Capacity
6 qt / 5.7 L
Transmission / Hydraulic Oil
40 qt / 37.9 L
Higher Than Average 2030 Specs
68 HPEngine Power
60.65 HPTested PTO Power
24.5 gpmOptional Total Flow
5,230 lbUpper Weight
6 qtOil Capacity
2030 Compared To Average Tractor
Engine Power
68 HP
Average
45 HP
PTO Power
60.65 HP
Average
40 HP
Weight
5,230 lb
Average
4,000 lb
Best For
General farm work
Loader work
Mowing and slashing
Hay work
Light-to-medium field work
Not Best For
Heavy tillage
Very large implements
Buyers wanting 4WD as standard
Modern high-flow hydraulic attachments unless equipped with optional hydraulic flow
Engine
The John Deere 2030 uses a 219.4 ci / 3.6L 4-cylinder diesel engine rated at 68 HP. It is naturally aspirated, liquid-cooled, and runs at 2500 rpm.
Hydraulics
The 2030 uses a closed-center hydraulic system with 10 gallons capacity and 2250 psi pressure. Standard total flow is 14.5 gpm, with optional total flow up to 24.5 gpm.
Transmission
Transmission options included an 8-speed collar shift, a 16-speed Hi-Lo partial power shift, and an 8-speed reverser. Transmission oil is shared with the hydraulic system.
Weight and Stability
The John Deere 2030 weighs 4,800 to 5,230 lb depending on setup. That makes it lighter than later Mannheim models like the 2040 and 2450, but still useful for everyday farm work.
Oil Capacity
The John Deere 2030 takes 6 quarts / 5.7 litres of engine oil.
Summary
The John Deere 2030 is a practical utility tractor with 68 engine HP, 60.65 tested PTO HP, a 219.4 ci / 3.6L 4-cylinder diesel engine, closed-center hydraulics, 4,800 to 5,230 lb operating weight, and 6 quarts of engine oil capacity. It is best suited to general farm work, loader jobs, mowing, hay work, and lighter field tasks.
