Tractor Requirements

NOTE: Tractors with more horsepower may be required when operating with more machine attachments or when planting in soft seedbeds and rolling ground.

Horsepower Requirements

   
 

Minimum Engine Horsepower

Machine Configuration

149 kW

(200 hp.)

201 kW

(270 hp.)

268 kW

(360 hp.)

12 Row 76 cm (30 in.)

X

   

16 Row 76 cm (30 in.)

 

X

 

16 Row 76 cm (30 in.) with fertilizer

 

X

 

24-Row 76 cm (30 in.)

   

X

24-Row 76 cm (30 in.) with fertilizer

   

X

The vacuum metering system should be operated with tractors that have the capability of controlling hydraulic flow rates from the cab.

In line flow-control valves are needed when:

  • Vacuum system is connected to the power beyond circuit.
  • Dual vacuum motors are installed and controlled with one SCV.
  • Vacuum system is connected to a tractor without the capability of controlling hydraulic flow rates from the cab.

See your John Deere dealer for more information.

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