John Deere 790
Built: 2000-2002 · Series: Other models
The John Deere 790 is a tractor built in 2000-2002. The three-cylinder engine produces 20 kW. Rated speed is 2,600 rpm.
The gearbox is an unsynchronized unit.
It runs on diesel; the engine is water-cooled. It was replaced by the John Deere 3005. Within the range, rated power spans from 10 to 420 kW; with 20 kW, the 790 sits at the bottom end. Directly alongside are the 1435 Series II with 19.2 kW below and the 3028EN with 20.9 kW above.
Technical data
Engine
| Engine make | Yanmarcorrect |
|---|---|
| Engine model | 3TNE84correct |
| Fuel | dieselcorrect |
| Power | 27 hp (20 kW)correct |
| Rated speed | 2,600 rpmcorrect |
| Cylinders | 3correct |
| Displacement | 91.3 cicorrect |
| Cooling | water-cooledcorrect |
Dimensions and weights
| Length | 87.8 in (2230,1 mm)correct |
|---|---|
| Height | 82 in (2082,8 mm)correct |
| Wheelbase | 60.4 in (1534,2 mm)correct |
| Unladen weight | 1, 930 lbs (2WD); 2, 105 lbs (MFWD)correct |
Drivetrain and chassis
| Drive | rear-wheel driveWD/MFWDcorrect |
|---|---|
| Gearbox | non-synchromesh gearboxcorrect |
| Forward gears | 4correct |
| Reverse gears | 2correct |
Working data
| Lifting capacity | 815 lbs (369,7 kg)correct |
|---|---|
| Fuel tank capacity | 6.3 galcorrect |
| PTO speed | 540correct |
| Linkage category | Cat Icorrect |
Origin and approval
| Plant | Japancorrect |
|---|---|
| Successor | John Deere 3005correct |
Frequently asked questions
How much power does the John Deere 790 have?
The John Deere 790 delivers 27 hp.
What engine does the John Deere 790 have?
3 cylinders, Diesel.
When was the John Deere 790 built?
Production years: 2000-2002.
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.
- 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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