John Deere 870


John Deere 870 tractor photo
1989 - 1998
70 Compact Series
Compact Utility tractor
Yanmar built
Series map:
770
870
970
23.0hp
28.0hp
33.0hp
Production
DistributorJohn Deere
ManufacturerYanmar
Compact Utility tractor
Built in Japan
Original price was $14,000 in 1998
John Deere 870 Transmissions
9-speed unsynchronized gear
9-speed partially synchronized
Transmission details ...
John Deere 870 Power
Engine (net)28 hp
20.9 kW
PTO (claimed)25 hp
18.6 kW
Mechanical
Two- or four-wheel drive
Final drivesplanetary
Differential lockmechanical rear
Steeringmanual
Steeringpower OptOptional
Wet disc brakes
Two-post ROPS.
Capacity
Fuel8.5 gal
32.2 L
Hydraulic system5.5 gal
20.8 L
Front axle6.9 qts
6.5 L
Hydraulics
Typeopen center
Capacity5.5 gal
20.8 L
Pressure2250 psi
155.1 bar
Rear valves2 OptOptional
Mid valves2 OptOptional
Pump flow8.1 gpm
30.7 lpm
Total flow8.1 gpm (manual steering)
30.7 lpm
 12.4 gpm (power steering)
46.9 lpm
Steering flow4.3 gpm
16.3 lpm
Tractor hitch
Rear TypeI
Controlposition control
Rear lift (at 24"/610mm)1880 lbs
852 kg
Power Take-off (PTO)
Rear PTOlive *Two-stage clutch
Rear PTO Type540 (1.375)
Engine RPM540@2600
Mid PTOlive *Optional. Independent engagement of mid, rear, or both PTO shafts.
Mid PTO Type2100
Engine RPM2100@2600
Dimensions & Tires
Wheelbase67.5 inches
171 cm
Weight2515 to 2670 pounds
Front tire5.00-15
2WD Rear tire11.2-24
Full dimensions and tires ...
John Deere 870 attachments
72.8" mid-mount mower deck
blade
front-end loader
backhoe
Attachment details ...
870 Serial Number Location
John Deere 870 serial number location
Serial number plate on the rear of of the John Deere 870.
870 Serial Numbers
19891001
19901626 (gear)
19902746 (synchro)
1991100001
1992110001
1993120001
1994130001
1995140001
1996150001
1997160001
1998170001

FAQ: How to read a serial number table.
Electrical
Groundnegative
Charging systemalternator
Charging amps20
Battery CCA447
Battery volts12
References
870 references literature
Grounds Care & Recreation Products Sales Manual published in 1989, by John Deere
Lawn & Grounds Care Sales Manual published in 1997, by John Deere*
Commercial & Consumer Equipment Sales Manual published in 1999, by John Deere
Golf & Turf Equipment Purchasing Guide published in 1993, by John Deere
Golf & Turf Equipment Purchasing Guide published in 1997, by John Deere
Golf and Turf Equipment Purchasing Guide published in 1998, by John Deere
Compact Tractors Under 40 Horsepower published in 1991, by John Deere
Compact Utility Tractors published in 1993, by John Deere
John Deere Compact Utility Tractors published in 1995
Compact Utility Tractors Product Information Handbook published in 1991, by John Deere
*Publication contains known errors.
870 manuals literature
Operator's Manual 410 and 420 Loaders (OMC49370) published in 2005
Operator's Manual 410 and 440 Loaders (OMW44193) published in 1997
Operator's Manual 870, 970, and 1070 Compact Utility Tractors (OMM95327) published in 1991
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