John Deere 2446 FA
Built: 1996–2003 · Series: 46er-Baureihe
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John Deere 46 line, Model 2446 FA: a compact three-cylinder engine of 2,940 cc, 51.5 kW, a 40 km/h road speed and a weight of 2,090 kg, built from 1996 to 2003
The 2446 FA belongs to John Deere's 46 line, a compact tractor generation for the European market built from 1996 to 2003. With a three-cylinder engine and comparatively light weight, it sits in the segment of slim, manoeuvrable general-purpose tractors rather than among the larger field tractors of the same period.
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The three-cylinder engine of 2,940 cc produces 51.5 kW (70 hp) at 2,300 rpm and reaches a top speed of 40 km/h. At a weight of 2,090 kg, with a wheelbase of 1,915 mm and a width of 1,460 mm, this is a compact, narrow tractor with an overall length of 3,267 mm.
The narrow build and moderate weight make this class of general-purpose tractor versatile, from forage harvesting and grassland maintenance to haulage work with smaller trailers and work in orchards or between farm buildings, where the narrow width matters. At exactly 40 km/h top speed, the 2446 FA sits at the upper edge of the licence category for slow tractors.
Buying a used 2446 FA calls for a close check of the clutch and gearbox, given the varied, often changing work such tractors do. The hydraulic couplings for front-mounted implements are also worth a look, since this line was frequently fitted with front hydraulics. Parts for John Deere tractors of this generation are well supplied through the European dealer network.
Sources: SpecCodex-Register: Kennwerte des Modells 2446 FA
Technical data
Engine
| Fuel | dieselcorrect |
|---|---|
| Power | 70 hp (51.5 kW)correct |
| Rated speed | 2,300 rpmcorrect |
| Cylinders | 3correct |
| Displacement | 2,940 cm³correct |
| Bore | 106.5 mmcorrect |
| Stroke | 110 mmcorrect |
| Compression ratio | 17.8correct |
| Cooling | water-cooledcorrect |
Dimensions and weights
| Length | 3,267 mmcorrect |
|---|---|
| Width | 1,460 mmcorrect |
| Height | 2,160 mmcorrect |
| Wheelbase | 1,915 mmcorrect |
| Ground clearance | 365 mmcorrect |
| Unladen weight | 2,090 kgcorrect |
Drivetrain and chassis
| Drive | four-wheel drivecorrect |
|---|---|
| Gearbox | 8V/8R or 16V/8Rcorrect |
| Front tyres | 10.0/75-15.3correct |
| Rear tyres | 380/70 R 24correct |
| Top speed | 40 km/hcorrect |
Where this model stands
Power-to-weight ratio: 24.6 kW/t (52 kW / 2.1 t)
Power class: Universal (40–100 hp)
Stronger than 48% of the tractors in the register — out of 15,663 models with a stated power figure.
Calculated from the documented figures above — not a rating.
Frequently asked questions
How much power does the John Deere 2446 FA have?
The John Deere 2446 FA delivers 70 hp.
How much does the John Deere 2446 FA weigh?
The unladen weight is 2,090 kg.
What engine does the John Deere 2446 FA have?
3 cylinders, 2,940 cm³ displacement, Diesel.
How fast does the John Deere 2446 FA go?
Top speed is 40 km/h.
What are the dimensions of the John Deere 2446 FA?
3,267 mm × 1,460 mm × 2,160 mm.
When was the John Deere 2446 FA built?
Production years: 1996–2003.
What to check before buying
- Check the hour meter against the service records — a replaced instrument is the most common gap.
- Compare the data plate and chassis number with the papers.
- Check the weights in the papers against the figures here — attachments change them.
- Check front and rear tyre sizes: mismatched pairs strain the drivetrain.
- Shift the gearbox cold and warm — jumps only show up at temperature.
- Load the hydraulics and watch for sag.
- Ask about parts availability for this build year — the running costs hang on it.
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