John Deere 4200 Specs ( 1998-2001 )
Overview
The John Deere 4200 is a compact utility tractor produced from 1998 to 2001 in Augusta, Georgia, powered by a 1.2L Yanmar three-cylinder diesel engine. It features both two-wheel and four-wheel drive configurations with transmission options including a nine-speed SyncShift or a three-range hydrostatic system. Notable specifications include a Category I rear hitch with a 1,700-pound lift capacity and a gross engine rating of 26.3 horsepower.
Ideal Applications
Engine and PTO Performance:
The Yanmar 3TNE78A diesel engine produces 24.3 net horsepower and supports an independent rear PTO rated at 21.5 hp for gear models and 20 hp for hydrostatic units.
Transmission and Drive Configuration:
Available in 2WD or 4WD, the tractor utilizes either a 9-speed partially synchronized transmission or a dual-pedal hydrostatic drive with three ranges and a mechanical rear differential lock.
Hydraulic and Lift Specifications:
The open center hydraulic system provides a total flow of 12.3 gpm at 2,125 psi, operating a Category I rear hitch capable of lifting 1,700 pounds at 24 inches.
Production
| Description | Compact Utility tractor / Built in Augusta, Georgia, USA / Original price was $14,000 in 1999 |
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| Manufacturer | John Deere |
Engine
| Engine type | Yanmar 1.2L 3-cyl diesel |
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| Air cleaner | dry |
| Bore/Stroke | 3.07x3.30 inches (78 x 84 mm) |
| Compression | 18:1 |
| Coolant capacity | 5.6 qts (5.3 L) |
| Description | Yanmar 3TNE78A / diesel / 3-cylinder / liquid-cooled |
| Displacement | 73.5 ci (1.2 L) |
| Fuel system | direct injection |
| Idle RPM | 950-2810 |
| Operating RPM | 950-2700 |
| Power (gross) | 26.3 hp (19.6 kW) |
| Power (net) | 24.3 hp (18.1 kW) |
| Pre-heating | air heater |
| Rated RPM | 2700 |
| Starter power | 1.6 hp (1.2 kW) |
| Starter volts | 12 |
| Oil capacity | 4 qts (3.8 L) |
| Oil change | 200 h |
| Engine (gross) | 26.3 hp (19.6 kW) |
| Engine (net) | 24.3 hp (18.1 kW) |
| Gear PTO (claimed) | 21.5 hp (16.0 kW) |
| Hydro PTO (claimed) | 20 hp (14.9 kW) |
Transmission
| Clutch | wet discs, one clutch pack with nine four-inch discs |
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| Description | Three gears (1-3), plus reverse, in three ranges (A-C). Gears may be shifting on the move, using the clutch. Tractor must be stopped, and clutch used, to shift ranges. / Hydrostatic transmission operated by two foot pedals and left-hand range shift lever. Tractor must be stopped to shift ranges. Push-button cruise control. |
| Gears | 9 forward and 3 reverse / infinite forward and reverse (3-range) |
| Oil capacity | 25.2 qts (23.8 L) / 27.2 qts (25.7 L) |
| Transmission | SyncShift |
| Type | partially synchronized / hydrostatic |
| Description | hydrostatic |
| Transmission type | 9-speed partially synchronized |
| Description | hydrostatic |
| Transmission type | 9-speed partially synchronized |
Mechanical
| Description | Power steering / Differential wet disc brakes / Two-post fixed ROPS. Folding ROPS optional. |
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| Differential lock | mechanical rear |
| Drive type | Two- or four-wheel drive |
| Final drives | spur gear |
Capacity
| Front axle | 4.7 qts (4.4 L) |
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| Fuel | 10 gal (37.9 L) |
| Hydraulic system | 6.3 gal (gear) (23.8 L) |
Hydraulics
| 122o↔0oF [50o↔-17oC] | : JD Hy-Gard |
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| 80o↔-40oF [26o↔-40oC] | : JD Lo Vis Hy-Gard |
| Capacity | 6.3 gal (gear) (23.8 L) |
| Oil type | 122o↔0oF [50o↔-17oC] : JD Hy-Gard 80o↔-40oF [26o↔-40oC] : JD Lo Vis Hy-Gard ([50o↔-17oC][26o↔-40oC]) |
| Pressure | 2125 psi (146.5 bar) |
| Pump flow | 7.3 gpm (27.6 lpm) |
| Steering flow | 5 gpm (18.9 lpm) |
| Total flow | 12.3 gpm (46.6 lpm) |
| Type | open center |
| Valves | 2 |
Hitch
| Control | position control |
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| Rear lift (at 24"/610mm) | 1700 lbs (771 kg) |
| Rear Type | I |
PTO
| Clutch | mechanical wet disc |
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| Engine RPM | 540@2700 / 2100@2700 |
| Mid PTO | optional |
| Mid PTO Type | 2100 |
| Rear PTO | independent |
| Rear PTO Type | 540 (1.375) |
Electrical
| Battery CCA | 500 |
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| Battery volts | 12 |
| Charging amps | 40 |
| Charging system | alternator |
| Ground | negative |
Dimensions & Tires
| 2WD Wheelbase | 65 inches (165 cm) |
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| 2WD Width | 53 inches (134 cm) |
| 4WD Wheelbase | 68 inches (172 cm) |
| 4WD Width | 50 inches (127 cm) |
| Clearance (rear axle) | 10.5 inches (26 cm) |
| Length | 117 inches (297 cm) |
| 2WD Rear tire | 12.4-16 |
| 2WD Wheelbase | 65 inches (165 cm) |
| 4WD Wheelbase | 68 inches (172 cm) |
| Front tire | 4.00-15 |
| Weight | 2400 lbs (1088 kg) |
| 2WD Ag front | 5.00-15 |
| 2WD Standard tires (ag) | Front: 4.00-15. Rear: 12.4-16 |
| 4WD Lawn/turf front | 7.00-14 |
| 4WD Standard tires (ag) | Front: 7.00-14. Rear: 12.4-24 |
| Ag rear | 11.2-24 |
| Industrial front | 23x8.50-12 |
| Industrial rear | 14.00-17.5 |
| Lawn/turf front | 25-10.50LLx15 |
| Lawn/turf rear | 41LLx18.00-16 |
4200 Serial Number Location
| Description | Serial number plate on front-right tractor frame, above front wheel. |
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4200 Serial Numbers
| 1998 | 120000 |
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| 1999 | 220001 |
| 2000 | 320001 |
| 2001 | 420001 |
| Description | FAQ: How to read a serial number table. |
John Deere 4200 Height
| 2WD Hood | 50.4 inches (128 cm) |
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| 4WD Hood | 53.3 inches (135 cm) |
| ROPS | 81 inches (2WD fixed) (205 cm) |
John Deere 4200 Weight
| Max Drawbar | 562 lbs (254 kg) |
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| Max front axle | 2811 lbs (1275 kg) |
| Max rear axle | 4409 lbs (1999 kg) |
John Deere 4200 attachments
| Description | 60" mid-mount mower deck / 72" mid-mount mower deck / snowblower / blade / front-end loader / backhoe |
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References
| Description | Commercial & Consumer Equipment Sales Manual published in 1999, by John Deere / Grounds Care Equipment Purchasing Guide published in 1999, by John Deere / Grounds Care Equipment Purchasing Guide published in 2000, by John Deere / Grounds Care Equipment Purchasing Guide published in 2001, by John Deere / Operator's Manual 410 and 420 Loaders (OMC49370) published in 2005 / 4000 Series Tractors published in 1998, by John Deere / 4000 Series Tractors published in 2000, by John Deere / 4000 Series Product Information Handbook published in 1998, by John Deere / 4000 Series Product Information Handbook published in 2000, by John Deere / Rental Equipment published in 2001, by John Deere |
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Speeds
| Description | With 12.4-16 rear tires. / With 12.4-16 rear tires. |
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