Frequently Asked Questions

When did John Deere start equipping tractors with electric starters?

The electric start was introduced late in the 1939 model year. However, by mid-1947, electric starting had been made standard equipment on all John Deere tractors, with perhaps the exception of the Model "D", and the "AR"/"AO" tractors. It appears that electric starting was never regular equipment on the "D", but was made regular equipment on the "AR"/"AO" tractors when they were styled in 1949.

Are bricks on the Pavilion patio heated?

Yes, a certain area surrounding the building is heated.

Was there a specific date the two cylinder tractors stopped being produced?

Production of the two-cylinder tractors ceased at the Waterloo Works in February, 1960, and at the Dubuque Works in March, 1960. Once the New Generation tractors had been launched, Model 730 tractors were once again built at Waterloo (for export only) until sometime in early 1961. It is believed that some 840 industrial tractors were also built in 1961. Model 730 tractors were also built at Rosario, Argentina until 1970-71, along with the Model 445 tractors, which used a General Motors 2-cylinder diesel engine.

What kind of engine was used in the 45 Combine?

A Hercules JX4 - CA 3 ¾ x 4 ¼" 4-cylinder engine.

When did John Deere go from a single moldboard plow to a two- or three-moldboard system?

Gang plows (more than one moldboard) were introduced in the late 19th century, and there was a considerable overlap when single- and multiple-moldboard systems were used.

When did John Deere stop making the open station tractor?

John Deere still manufactures tractors without cabs.

What percentage of John Deere revenue is from overseas sales?

In fiscal year 2009 Deere & Company's total sales and revenues were approximately $23.1 billion. Of that, approximately $7.9 billion was from outside the United States and Canada. For additional financial information, see the company's 2009 Annual Report.

When did John Deere enter the lawn and garden business?

1963