John Deere 1050

The John Deere 1050 compact utility tractor is the largest in the series that also includes the John Deere 850, the John Deere 650 and the John Deere 750 tractors. The JD 1050 is available with either a 4X4 MFWD 4WD or a 4X2 2WD chassis, depending on your needs. Whether you choose a 4X4 or a 4X2 model, they both come with the same engine. This is a Yanmar 3 cylinder model that has a total displacement of 1.7 liters. The engine is turbocharged and has a dual paper air filter fitted to filter dust and other particulate matter from the air intake before it enters the engine. A 6.2 liter liquid cooling system prevents the Yanmar engine from overheating.

The fuel tank that supplies the John Deere 1050 with diesel can hold up to 41.6 liters (11 US gallons). The engine powers the hydraulic system which in turn powers many of the attachments. These include things like JD 75 and JD 80 front loaders as well as the rear hitch (category 1). The engine powers the wheels through a transmission that gives it 8 speeds going forwards and 2 when it’s reversing. The top speed of the JD 1050 is 20.1 kph (12.5 mph).

The John Deere 1050 compact utility tractor does not come with a cab as standard. Instead it has a 2 post ROPS (roll over protection system), so if you do plan on using it in areas with severe weather, you may consider either another machine that does have a cab or perhaps you could build your own. Have you ever operated the JD 1050? Or even owned one? If so then you can help out the Tractor Review community by leaving a review of your experience below. Try to be as specific as possible about what you liked/disliked about it so that readers get a helpful insight into whether or not this tractor is for them.

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  1. James L Tyree II says:

    Mine has some problems. The wholesale for the worst condition according to the Tractor Bluebook, is just over $5000. I bought mine for $3500, so I knew there would be some issues. It works though and is safe and that is as good a start as I can hope for. I certainly got a lot more tractor for my money than the 2005 John Deere 790 MFWD I used to have for over 4 times as much. Mine has a power steering kit which doesn’t work, the hydraulics seem a bit out of whack as I do not have the exact positioning ability I ought to have with the 3 point hitch. The PTO does not stop when I depress the clutch all the way and the PTO engagement is difficult. The tractor shifts and operates well though and the dealer made sure it had a seat belt and that all the light worked too.

    Year of Manufacture: 1987
    Pros: Turbo diesel, larger 28 r-1 tires, pretty quiet and easy on fuel. Unique diesel engine sound and can idle at 400rpm. I like the turn crank style right hand lower link adjustment on the 3pt hitch and it is a simple utilitarian tractor which will last for a very long time.Also has commemorative “150 years” badge on dash board celebrating 1837-1987 John Deere in business. Simple to work on and has only partially enclosed engine which makes for easier servicing. Can check fluids without lifting hood. No fancy and expensive electronics.Can put Roll Guard canopy with 4 roof mounted flashers and sound deadening insulation in roof liner on it. 11gallon fuel tank large enough to work quite a while. Big enough to be of same height as trucks and SUVs on the road when driving it and above cars.
    Cons: Will not be able to use high blends of biodiesel due to older age. Radiator screen is mounted on with wing nuts meaning one will have to wait for engine to cool down before removing screen, but you can still blow it off or use some grass to wipe off chaff. Seat is not very thick and road travel speed is only 12.5 mph or so. I would like 16 or 17 mph at least. I do not know how much the 3pt can lift and I have not foundt info online about that. maybe 1500#?
    Attachments: 75 loader was an option. can use most any cat. 1 3 pt hitch tools designed for 33 hp and less tractors. 5 and 6 foot rotary cutters, maybe 4 foort disc mowers, 7 foot sicklebar mower and 25A 6 1/2 ft wide flail mower. Can use tow behind 609 heavy duty/commercial duty rotary cutter. Can use 2 bottom plows, 2 row71 flexi-planter, 6 foot disk and 6 foot rototiller.

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