Lanz D 2016
Built: 1955–1960 · Series: D
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Lanz D series: single-cylinder agricultural tractors from Mannheim, from the D 1106 to the D 2016, 11 to 20 hp (8.1 to 14.6 kW) with 533 to 2,256 cm³ displacement
Heinrich Lanz AG, with its plant in Mannheim, became known above all for the Bulldog, its single-cylinder hot-bulb tractor. In 1956 John Deere took over the company and initially continued the Lanz marque. This page collects the D series, from the D 1106 to the D 2016; the D designation stands for diesel, with the number denoting power and size class.
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The register lists 2 versions from 11 to 20 hp (8.1 to 14.6 kW) from single-cylinder diesel engines of 533 to 2,256 cm³ displacement at 950 rpm. Kerb weights range from 770 to 1,440 kg, lengths from 2,440 to 2,775 mm, widths from 1,450 to 1,667 mm and heights from 1,385 to 2,270 mm.
Tractors of this power class handled basic tillage and yard haulage on smaller and medium-sized farms, standing at the transition from the Bulldog era to modern diesel technology, with which Lanz and later John Deere-Lanz competed against the established German brands. The switch from the single-cylinder hot-bulb engine to a classic single-cylinder diesel made starting easier and running more economical, without the pre-heating time needed by the Bulldog predecessors.
When buying a used example, check the condition of injection pump and cylinder head, the tightness of clutch and gearbox, wear on steering and front axle, and corrosion on the bodywork and wings; spare parts through the John Deere successor organisation are available only to a limited extent, but comparatively well through specialist Lanz parts dealers. It is also worth checking the coolant lines and the condition of the belt pulley used for stationary drive applications.
Sources: SpecCodex register, model data: Lanz D
Technical data
Engine
| Fuel | dieselcorrect |
|---|---|
| Power | 20 hp (14.6 kW)correct |
| Rated speed | 950 rpmcorrect |
| Cylinders | 1correct |
| Displacement | 2,256 cm³correct |
| Cooling | water-cooledcorrect |
Dimensions and weights
| Length | 2,775 mmcorrect |
|---|---|
| Width | 1,667 mmcorrect |
| Height | 2,270 mmcorrect |
| Wheelbase | 1,770 mmcorrect |
| Ground clearance | 440 mmcorrect |
| Unladen weight | 1,440 kgcorrect |
Drivetrain and chassis
| Drive | rear-wheel drivecorrect |
|---|---|
| Gearbox | 6V/2R or 9V/2Rcorrect |
| Front tyres | 4.50-16correct |
| Rear tyres | 7-36correct |
| Top speed | 20 km/hcorrect |
Working data
| Fuel tank capacity | 29 lcorrect |
|---|
Origin and approval
| Construction | frameless unit constructioncorrect |
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Where this model stands
Power-to-weight ratio: 10.1 kW/t (15 kW / 1.4 t)
Power class: Compact (< 40 hp)
Stronger than 7% 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 Lanz D 2016 have?
The Lanz D 2016 delivers 20 hp.
How much does the Lanz D 2016 weigh?
The unladen weight is 1,440 kg.
What engine does the Lanz D 2016 have?
1 cylinders, 2,256 cm³ displacement, Diesel.
How fast does the Lanz D 2016 go?
Top speed is 20 km/h.
What are the dimensions of the Lanz D 2016?
2,775 mm × 1,667 mm × 2,270 mm.
When was the Lanz D 2016 built?
Production years: 1955–1960.
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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