Target Audience:
Farmers and small farm owners needing a versatile row-crop tractor.
Market Segment:
Two-plow row-crop tractor segment, post-WWII era.
Advantages:
Proven two-cylinder engine reliability, easy maintenance, and strong dealer network.
Engine:
John Deere two-cylinder gasoline engine
PTO:
Rear PTO with live PTO option
Hydraulics:
Power-Trol hydraulic system for mounted implements
Transmission:
6-speed selective sliding gear
Engine:
Complete engine parts, including block, head, pistons, crankshaft, and fuel system.
Transmission:
Gears, shafts, bearings, and shifting mechanism.
Hydraulics:
Pump, valves, cylinders, and lines.
Electrical:
Wiring harness, generator, starter, and lights.
Steering:
Steering gear, linkage, and power steering (optional).
Brakes:
Shoes, drums, and mechanical actuation.
Wheels and Tires:
Front and rear wheels, tires, and rims.
Sheet Metal:
Hood, fenders, grille, and other body panels.
PTO:
Rear power take-off assembly.
Hitching:
Three-point hitch and drawbar parts.
Parts Identification:
Exploded views with numbered parts for easy identification.
Part Numbers:
OEM part numbers for ordering.
Replacement Guidance:
Occasional notes on parts interchangeability.
Level of Detail:
Professional parts catalog with precise part callouts.
Illustrations:
Detailed diagrams for every assembly.
Parts Information:
Original Deere part numbers and descriptions.
Compatibility:
Works on Windows, Mac, and mobile devices with PDF reader.
Requirements:
Adobe Reader or similar
Searchability:
Searchable text for quick part lookup.
Print Quality:
High-resolution 300 DPI scans.
Binding Type:
Digital – no physical binding.
Paper Type:
N/A – digital file only.
Primary Engine:
John Deere two-cylinder, 4.4L (269 cu in) gasoline.
Engine Options:
Gasoline standard; diesel not offered in Model 60.
Bore and Stroke:
4.5 x 5.5 inches (114 x 140 mm)
Compression Ratio:
Not specified for parts manual.
Horsepower:
Approximately 40 horsepower at drawbar.
Carburetor:
Marvel-Schebler
Fuel Tank Capacity:
Approximately 14 gallons
Standard Transmission:
John Deere selective sliding gear, 6 speeds forward and 1 reverse.
Optional Transmission:
Power-Trol hydraulic system included; no separate transmission option.
Clutch:
Foot-operated single disc clutch.
Drive:
Final drive with planetary reduction.
Speeds:
Max forward speed about 12 mph.
Crash Test Information:
N/A – not applicable for agricultural tractor.
Brakes:
Mechanical drum brakes
Steering:
Manual, optional power steering
Rollover Protection:
Not standard; aftermarket ROPS may be available.
Lighting:
Headlights and taillights as factory equipment.
Oil Change:
Every 100 hours or annually
Air Cleaner Service:
Clean every 10 hours in dusty conditions.
Transmission Oil:
Check and change periodically per manual.
Cooling System:
Check coolant level and flush as needed.
Engine Oil:
SAE 30 or 10W-30, API service classification not specified.
Transmission Oil:
John Deere special oil or equivalent.
Hydraulic Oil:
John Deere Type 303 hydraulic oil.
Coolant:
Water or 50/50 antifreeze for cold climates.
Common Wear Items:
Clutch discs, brake linings, magneto points, carburetor gaskets.
Typical Issues:
Engine overhauls after high hours; seal leaks.
Manufacturer:
Deere & Company, founded in 1837.
Series:
Replaced the Model 50, followed by Model 620 in 1956.
Production Period:
Produced from 1952 to 1956
Factory:
Waterloo, Iowa, United States.
