John Deere GP Row-Crop tractor Technical Specifications
John Deere GP is a Row-Crop tractor that was produced by the John Deere between 1928 – 1935.
Below you will find detailed technical specifications for John Deere GP covering engine types, horsepower ratings, weight, height, fuel type and tank volume, oil capacity and type, hydraulic system diagram, wiring diagram, battery specs, etc.
John Deere GP Production
| Manufacturer: | |
| Manufacturer | John Deere |
| Row-Crop tractor | |
| Built in Waterloo, Iowa, USA | |
| Total built | 30,535 (GP) |
| 5,103 (GPWT) | |
| 717 (GPO) | |
| Original price | $1,200 (1935) |
| The GP was originally designated the Model C, the name was changed due to a similarity to the existing D, plus the “General Purpose” name was a marketing ploy to keep in line with International`s new “Farmall”. The GP was designed as a row crop tractor, with the fixed front axle straddling three rows. Several versions of the GP were made. The “wide tread” GPWT has a 76-inch rear axle and a tricycle front. The GP-P was a modified GPWT with a 68-inch rear axle, for use in potato fields. The GPO was lowered and had fenders for orchard work. Twenty-four GPO tractors were converted into crawlers by Lindeman. | |
| Engine: | 18.86 hp 14.1 kW |
| Belt (tested) | 25.36 hp 18.9 kW |
John Deere GP Mechanical
| Two-wheel drive | |
| Steering | manual |
| Open operator station. | |
John Deere GP Engine detail
| Engine Detail | |
| John Deere | |
| kerosene | |
| 2-cylinder | |
| liquid-cooled | |
| Original engine, used until 1931. Water-injection system was used to prevent detonation (“knocking”) with low quality fuels. | |
| Displacement | 311.6 ci 5.1 L |
| Bore/Stroke | 5.75×6.00 inches 146 x 152 mm |
| Rated RPM | 900 |
| Coolant capacity | 36 qts 34.1 L |
| Engine Oil | |||
| Type | unsynchronized gear |
| Gears | 3 forward and 1 reverse |
John Deere GP Dimensions
| Length | 112 inches 284 cm |
| Height | 55.5 inches 140 cm |
| Weight | 3,600 lbs 1632 kg |
John Deere GP Tests
| Nebraska Tractor Test 153 | |
| 311 kerosene 3-speed 2WD October 22 – 29, 1928 Link: Nebraska Tractor Test 153 file | |
| Belt power (max) | 24.97 hp 18.6 kW |
| Belt fuel use (max) | 2.7 gal/hour 10.2 l/hour |
| Drawbar performance | |
| Max power | 17.24 hp 12.9 kW |
| Max pull | 2,489 lbs 1129 kg |
| Nebraska Tractor Test 190 | |||
| Nebraska Tractor Test 190 | |
| 339 distillate 3-speed 2WD May 4 – 15, 1931 Link: Nebraska Tractor Test 190 file | |
| Belt power (max) | 25.36 hp 18.9 kW |
| Belt fuel use (max) | 2.7 gal/hour 10.2 l/hour |
| Drawbar performance | |
| Max power | 18.86 hp 14.1 kW |
| Max pull | 2,853 lbs 1294 kg |
FAQ
Is John Deere GP a good tractor?
The John Deere GP is one of the great tractors in the John Deere stable, and it has earned John Deere a fantastic reputation.
How much oil does a John Deere GP take?
Check out the John Deere GP oil capacity and oil type in the engine specs section as it may vary across the engines. Keep in mind, that older models might have their oil capacity increased over time. You may compare between the early and late oil capacity.
Do tractors have VIN numbers?
Every tractor has a VIN number. The number is usually engraved below the driver’s seat. Tractor manufacturers put the number in different places on the tractor body.
What was the last year John Deere made the ?
The John Deere GP was an agricultural tractor model made from 1928 – 1935
How much does a John Deere GP tractor weight?
Depending on the engine type, the John Deere GP weight ranges from 3,600 lbs
1632 kg .
How much can a John Deere GP Pull?
The max pulling capacity of the John Deere GP tractors starts at 2,489 lbs
1129 kg but may be slightly higher depending on the trim.