John Deere 330 Overview
The John Deere 330 is listed from 1958-1960. Published records identify a 100.5 cu in (1.6 L) two-cylinder gasoline engine, transmission-driven 550 rpm PTO, touch-o-matic; 1.1 gal (4.2 l) hydraulics, and a Category I rear hitch. Those are useful starting points, but the exact transmission, drive arrangement, and equipment still need to match before service work or parts ordering.
The published 330 transmission listing is unsynchronized four-forward, one-reverse gear transmission, with 4F/1R. Where multiple gear arrangements are published, do not treat a capacity, control layout, or repair procedure for one version as applying to another just because the tractor shares the same model decal.
Start identification with the tractor's complete tag and compare it against the published serial rows (1958: 330001; final: 331091). Then record the transmission, drive arrangement, PTO equipment, and cab or operator-station details before selecting literature or parts.
John Deere 330 Quick Answers
- When was the John Deere 330 built?The John Deere 330 is listed from 1958-1960. Use the full identification tag and actual configuration to narrow down an individual tractor.
- What engine is in a John Deere 330?Published John Deere 330 records list a 100.5 cu in (1.6 L) two-cylinder gasoline engine rated at 1,650 rpm. Confirm the engine and tractor configuration before applying a setting or parts reference.
- What transmission does a John Deere 330 use?The published 330 transmission record lists unsynchronized four-forward, one-reverse gear transmission, with 4F/1R. Identify the transmission fitted to the tractor before checking fluid capacity or following a repair procedure.
- What PTO and hydraulics are listed?Published records list transmission-driven 550 rpm and touch-o-matic; 1.1 gal (4.2 l) hydraulics. Confirm the installed controls and equipment before an implement match or hydraulic diagnosis.
- What fluid capacities are published?Published records list 10.5 gal (39.7 L) of fuel, 5 qt (4.7 L) of engine oil, and 14 qt (13.2 L) of coolant. Treat capacity figures as reference information, not a substitute for matching fluid type, service interval, or fill procedure.
- How do I identify a John Deere 330?The published serial rows include 1958: 330001; final: 331091. Read the full tag before using a row to date a specific tractor or order a component.
Engine and Power
Published John Deere 330 data lists a 100.5 cu in (1.6 L) two-cylinder gasoline engine rated at 1,650 rpm. Confirm the tractor and engine before using a service setting, capacity, or replacement part reference.
Gasoline engine
| Displacement | 100.5 ci 1.6 L |
|---|---|
| Compression | 6.5:1 |
| Rated Rpm | 1650 |
| Starter Volts | 6 |
| Engine Oil Capacity | 5 qts 4.7 L |
| Coolant Capacity | 14 qts 13.2 L |
Manufacturer
Manufacture years
Transmission
The John Deere 330 transmission is listed as unsynchronized four-forward, one-reverse gear transmission, with 4F/1R. Match the actual gearbox before using a fluid capacity, parts illustration, or repair procedure.
John Deere
| Name | John Deere |
|---|---|
| Type | unsynchronized gear |
| Gears | 4 forward and 1 reverse |
PTO and Hitch
Published records list transmission-driven 550 rpm PTO. Confirm the installed PTO controls and driveline arrangement before implement setup or troubleshooting.
Rear PTO
Rear PTO type
Rear hitch
Hydraulics
Published data lists touch-o-matic; 1.1 gal (4.2 l) hydraulics. A capacity or flow listing is not a procedure; use configuration-matched operator or technical literature for adjustments and service work.
Type
Capacity
Valves
Fluids, Battery, and Service Facts
Published records list 10.5 gal (39.7 L) of fuel, 5 qt (4.7 L) of engine oil, and 14 qt (13.2 L) of coolant. Use the exact model and configuration when selecting fluids, intervals, and service procedures.
Fuel tank
Hydraulic system
Battery volts
Tires and Dimensions
Tire and dimension values can vary by wheel, axle, and configuration.
Weight
Electrical
Published electrical listings should be matched to the actual tractor before diagnosis. Confirm the charging arrangement, battery setup, and operator-station configuration before replacing components.
Ground
Charging system
Battery volts
Serial Number Lookup
Published serial rows are reference points, not a substitute for the complete identification tag. Use the full tag and actual configuration together when dating a tractor or ordering parts.
1958
1959
1960
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Manuals and Documents
The documentation routes below cover the John Deere 330 or its stated model family. They are starting points for finding operator, technical, and parts material; they do not prove that a procedure or part applies to every transmission, drive, or cab arrangement.
Before using a procedure or ordering from a diagram, record the model, serial number, transmission, drive arrangement, PTO equipment, and operator-station configuration from the tractor.
Operator manual
- John Deere manuals and trainingoperation, maintenance, and specifications
Official John Deere starting point for operator, technical, and parts publications. Search with the exact model and serial number.
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Parts catalog
- John Deere parts searchparts matching
Official parts-search route. Use the complete model and serial information before treating a catalog listing as fitment.
Search John Deere parts - John Deere 330 manual indexparts matching
Commercial model-specific manual index that lists parts, owner, and service-manual categories. Verify the tractor serial and configuration before relying on an item.
Browse 330 manuals
Parts Checks Before Ordering
Start with the John Deere 330 identification tag, then verify the engine, transmission, PTO, drive arrangement, and operator-station equipment. 330 records include specifications that can vary by configuration, especially where more than one gearbox is published.
A catalog or technical-manual route helps locate documentation, but it does not prove fitment. Match the serial number and actual tractor before ordering.
- John Deere parts searchOfficial John Deere parts-search route. Use the model and full serial or PIN before treating a catalog listing as a fitment answer.Search John Deere parts
Accuracy Note
Tractor specifications can vary by year, region, factory configuration, installed equipment, and later repairs. Match serial range, engine, transmission, PTO setup, and model code before ordering parts or doing service work.