John Deere 4010 Overview
The John Deere 4010 is a New Generation row-crop tractor built from 1960 through 1963. It sits in the line just before the 4020, with 3010 below it and the older 730 behind it in the series map.
Be careful with the model name, because Deere later reused 4010 on a compact utility tractor. The specs here are for the 1960-1963 farm tractor: gasoline, diesel, and LP gas engines, Syncro-Range transmission, closed-center hydraulics, independent rear PTO, and row-crop or standard chassis data.
Use the serial number and equipment on the tractor before treating a spec as universal. The operator manual, parts catalog, and Nebraska tests describe real configurations, not every possible 4010 sitting in a shed sixty years later.
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John Deere 4010 Quick Answers
- Production yearsThe John Deere 4010 was produced from 1960 through 1963.
- PowerNebraska tests separate the 4010 by fuel: gasoline Test 759, LP gas Test 760, and diesel Test 761. The rated-speed PTO figures are 80.86 hp for gasoline, 80.60 hp for LP gas, and 84.00 hp for diesel.
- EngineThe 4010 used 302 ci gasoline and LP gas six-cylinder engines and a 380 ci diesel six-cylinder.
- PTO and hitchThe 4010 has an independent 540/1000 rear PTO and a Category II rear hitch. The data also lists a 1000 rpm mid PTO entry, so match PTO equipment to the tractor before choosing implements.
- Service capacityFor the 1960-1963 4010, the public spec rows list a 34 gallon fuel tank and 24 quart coolant capacity. Capacity sheets for the later compact utility 4010 do not apply to this row-crop tractor.
Engine and Power
The 4010 engine rows split by fuel. Gasoline and LP gas tractors use 302 ci six-cylinder engines, while diesel tractors use a 380 ci six-cylinder. Nebraska test results should stay tied to the tested fuel: gas Test 759, LP gas Test 760, and diesel Test 761.
Gasoline engine
John Deere / gasoline / 6-cylinder / liquid-cooled inline
| Displacement | 302 ci 4.9 L |
|---|---|
| Bore Stroke | 4.00x4.00 inches 102 x 102 mm |
| Compression | 7.5:1 |
| Rated Rpm | 2200 |
| Starter Volts | 12 |
| Coolant Capacity | 24 qts 22.7 L |
Diesel engine
John Deere / diesel / 6-cylinder / liquid-cooled inline
| Displacement | 380 ci 6.2 L |
|---|---|
| Bore Stroke | 4.125x4.75 inches 105 x 121 mm |
| Air Cleaner | oil bath |
| Compression | 16.4:1 |
| Rated Rpm | 2200 |
| Starter Volts | 24 |
LP-gas engine
John deere / LP gas / 6-cylinder / liquid-cooled inline
| Displacement | 302 ci 4.9 L |
|---|---|
| Bore Stroke | 4.00x4.00 inches 102 x 102 mm |
| Compression | 9.0:1 |
| Rated Rpm | 2200 |
| Starter Volts | 12 |
Manufacturer
Manufacture years
PTO power
Drawbar power
Transmission
The listed transmission is John Deere Syncro-Range, an 8-forward, 3-reverse partially synchronized transmission. Shift-station behavior matters here: pick the station with the tractor stopped and the clutch depressed, then shift between the paired gears while moving.
John Deere Syncro-Range
| Name | John Deere Syncro-Range |
|---|---|
| Type | partially synchronized |
| Gears | 8 forward and 3 reverse |
| Clutch | dry disc |
PTO and Hitch
PTO and hitch data for the 4010 centers on an independent 540/1000 rear PTO and a Category II rear hitch. The spec rows also include a 1000 rpm mid PTO entry. For mower, cultivator, or other implement hookups, verify the PTO equipment and hitch setup on the tractor.
Rear PTO
Rear PTO type
Rear hitch
Hydraulics
The 4010 uses closed-center hydraulics in the public spec rows, with two valves and 13 gpm pump flow listed. That is useful for comparing tractors and implements, but hose routing, remote valves, pump condition, and added equipment still decide how a particular tractor behaves.
Type
Pump flow
Valves
Fluids, Battery, and Service Facts
Maintenance rows must stay on the 1960-1963 tractor. The correct public spec set lists 24 quarts of coolant and a 34 gallon fuel tank; later 4010 compact utility capacity sheets describe a different tractor. For oil, filters, belts, batteries, and electrical parts, use the operator manual and PC691 parts catalog with the tractor's fuel type and serial number.
Fuel tank
Battery volts
Tires and Dimensions
Tire and dimension values can vary by wheel, axle, and configuration.
Weight
Length
Width
Front tire
Rear tire
Ag front
Ag rear
Electrical
Electrical rows are included when documented.
Ground
Battery volts
Serial Number Lookup
The serial table starts at 1000 for 1961, 20201 for 1962, 38200 for 1963, and ends at 59316. Use that table as a model-year guide, then confirm parts against the serial plate and parts catalog before ordering.
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Manuals and Documents
These documents cover the 1960-1963 John Deere 4010 farm tractor: operator controls, parts matching, and official Nebraska test context.
Avoid documents for the later 4010 compact utility tractor. They can look official and still describe the wrong machine.
Operator manual preview
- John Deere 4010 operator manual OMR32129 previewcontrols, operation, lubrication, routine service, specifications
Operator manual preview for 4010 row-crop and standard tractors, including specifications, controls, operation, lubrication, service, and troubleshooting.
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Parts catalog
- John Deere 4010 parts catalog PC691 previewparts catalog, parts matching, transmission details
Parts manual preview for 4010 tractor parts diagrams and parts matching across fuel, PTO, transmission, hydraulic, and chassis equipment.
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Tractor test report
- Nebraska Test 759: 4010 gasolinetested performance
Official Nebraska test report page for a John Deere 4010 gasoline 8-speed 2WD test configuration.
Open test report - Nebraska Test 760: 4010 LP gastested performance
Official Nebraska test report page for a John Deere 4010 LP gas 8-speed 2WD test configuration.
Open test report - Nebraska Test 761: 4010 dieseltested performance
Official Nebraska test report page for a John Deere 4010 diesel 8-speed 2WD test configuration.
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Parts Checks Before Ordering
Do not order John Deere 4010 parts from the model name alone. Match the part to the tractor's serial number, fuel type, Syncro-Range transmission, PTO equipment, row-crop or standard setup, and parts catalog coverage before choosing service parts.
Filters, fluids, belts, electrical parts, clutch and PTO parts, and hydraulic components can vary by setup. Exact part numbers need PC691, the operator manual, or a trusted parts source before they become recommendations.
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.