Description:
Serial Number Information
| Year |
Starting Serial Number |
| 1965 |
014502 |
| 1966 |
014680 |
| 1967 |
042721 |
| 1968 |
065176 |
| 1969 |
082404 |
| 1970 |
102032 |
| 1971 |
117500 |
Serial Number Location:
Located on a metal tag riveted to the right side of the tractor frame just below the engine block or near the clutch housing.
Key Specifications
| Feature |
Specification |
| Engine Type |
4-cylinder |
| Fuel Options |
Gasoline, Diesel, or LP Gas |
| Displacement |
180 CID (gas/LP), 202 CID (diesel) |
| Gross Horsepower |
54 HP |
| PTO Horsepower |
47 HP |
| Transmission Type |
8-speed collar shift |
| Speeds (F/R) |
8 Forward / 4 Reverse |
| Operating Weight |
Approx. 5,100 lbs (varies by config) |
Capacities
| System |
Capacity |
| Fuel (Gas/LP) |
18 gallons |
| Fuel (Diesel) |
21 gallons |
| Hydraulic Capacity |
8 gallons |
| Pump Flow |
10 GPM |
3-Point Hitch & PTO
| Feature |
Specification |
| Hitch Type |
Category 1/2 Rear 3-Point |
| Rear Lift Capacity |
Approx. 3,200 lbs |
| PTO Type |
Independent PTO |
| PTO Speed |
540 RPM |
Tires & Wheelbase
| Position |
Tire Size |
| Front Tires |
6.00-16 |
| Rear Tires |
13.6-28 or 15.5-38 |
| Wheelbase |
84.5 inches |
Key Features
Fuel Versatility
Offered in gasoline, diesel, and LP gas configurations, the JD 2020 provides options tailored to local fuel availability and operator preference.
Balanced Power & Durability
With a 54 HP engine and 8-speed transmission, it handles mowing, tilling, loader work, and row crop tasks efficiently.
Reliable Open-Center Hydraulics
The open-center hydraulic system with 10 GPM pump flow ensures consistent performance for 3-point implements and loaders.
Proven Utility Tractor
Lightweight yet powerful, the 2020 fits a wide range of farming, landscaping, and municipal applications.
Common Replacement Parts
Keep your John Deere 2020 Tractor running strong with key components available at Broken Tractor:
Engine Components
Pistons, head gaskets, thermostats, fuel pumps, ignition coils (gas/LP), injectors (diesel)
Transmission & Clutch
Clutch discs, transmission gears, shift forks, PTO shafts
Hydraulic System
Pump kits, lift arms, control valves, hydraulic hoses, seal kits
Cooling & Fuel Systems
Radiators, fuel tanks, carburetors (gas/LP), fuel filters, water pumps
3-Point Hitch Components
Lift arms, rockshaft bushings, top links, hitch pins, drawbars
Maintenance Schedule
| Task |
Recommended Interval |
| Engine Oil & Filter |
Every 100 hours |
| Fuel Filter Service |
Every 200 hours |
| Hydraulic Fluid Check |
Every 250 hours |
| Coolant Flush |
Every 1,000 hours or annually |
| PTO and Clutch Adjustment |
Every 200 hours |
| Tire Pressure Check |
Weekly or as needed |