Dimensions
John Deere 1070 |
2WD |
MFWD |
Overall Length (w/ 3-Point Hitch) |
123 in (3128 mm) |
123 in (3128 mm) |
Overall Length (w/ Front Blade) |
142.5 in (3620 mm) |
142.5 in (3620 mm) |
Overall Width (w/ Turf Tires) |
88.8 in (2255 mm) |
88.8 in (2255 mm) |
Wheelbase |
1750 mm (68.9 in) |
1750 mm (68.9 in) |
Height (ROPS) |
83.7 in (2127 mm) |
85.6 in (2175 mm) |
Height (Hood) |
52.2 in (1325 mm) |
54.0 in (1373 mm) |
Ground Clearance (Front Axle) |
13.6 in (346 mm) |
15.6 in (395 mm) |
Front Wheel Tread |
55.9-75.9 in (1420-1928 mm) |
49.2 in (1250 mm) |
Rear Wheel Tread |
51.2-71.1 in (1300-1804 mm) |
51.3-75.3 in (1302-1910 mm) |
Operating Weight |
2980 lb (1352 kg) |
3265 lb (1481 kg) |

Tires
John Deere 1070 |
2WD |
MFWD |
Front Tire Size (Standard) |
6.00-16 |
8-16 |
Rear Tire Size (Standard) |
13.6-24 |
13.6-28 |
Engine Details
Number of Cylinders |
4 |
Engine Make |
Yanmar |
Engine Model |
Yanmar 4TN84-RJX |
Displacement |
116.3 cu in (1.9 L) |
Bore |
3.31 in (84 mm) |
Stroke |
3.39 in (86 mm) |
Horsepower |
38.5 hp (28.7 kw) |
PTO Power |
35 hp (26.1 kw) |
Power Measured @ |
2600 rpm |
Slow Idle Speed |
800 rpm |
Fast Idle Speed |
2875 rpm |
Fuel System |
Direct Injection |
Injection Pump Type |
In-Line w/ Electric Shutoff |
Fuel Consumption @ 75% Load |
1.72 gal/h (6.5 L/h) |
Cooling System |
Water Pump |
Lubrication |
Pressurized |
Oil Filter |
Single Element |
Air Cleaner |
Dry Type w/ Safety |
Compression Ratio |
17.8:1 |
Pre-heating |
Air intake heater |
Aspiration |
Naturally aspirated |

Operational Specs
Operating Weight (2WD) |
2980 lb (1352 kg) |
Operating Weight (MFWD) |
3265 lb (1481 kg) |
Operating Voltage |
12 V |
Alternator |
20 amps |
Battery |
12 V, CCA 550 |
Ground |
Negative |
Operator Station |
Open Operator Station |
ROPS Type |
Two-post ROPS |
Noise Level (High Idle, No Load) |
90 dB(A) |

Transmission
Type |
Partially synchronized |
Number of Gears |
9 Forward / 2 (3) Reverse |
Max Forward Speed |
12.3 mph (19.8 km/h) |
Max Reverse Speed |
7.97 mph (12.8 km/h) |
Final Drive Type |
Planetary |
Drive |
2WD or 4WD (MFWD) |
Service Brakes |
Wet disc brakes |
Clutch |
Dual Stage Dry |
Differential Lock |
Mechanical rear |
Steering |
Hydrostatic Power |

Hydraulic System
Type |
Open Center |
Pump Type |
Dual Gear |
Max Operating Pressure |
2250 psi (15514 kPa) |
Implement Pump Flow |
9.0 gal/min (34.1 L/min) |
Steering Pump Flow |
4.5 gal/min (17.0 L/min) |
Total Pump Flow |
13.5 gal/min (51.1 L/min) |
Number of Rear Valves |
2 |
Number of Mid Valves |
2 |

3-Point Hitch Lift
3-Point Hitch Category |
Category I |
3-Point Hitch Lift Capacity @ 24″ |
2020 lb (916 kg) |
Draft Control Sensing |
Load and Depth (Position control and lower-link draft sensing) |

PTO (Power Take-Off)
PTO Type |
Continuous Live |
Rear PTO Speed |
540 rpm |
Mid PTO Speed |
2100 rpm |
PTO Brake |
Wet Disk Brake (Mid PTO only) |
PTO Power |
35 hp (26.1 kw) |
Service Refill Capacities
Fuel Tank Capacity |
10.6 gal (40 L) |
Engine Oil Capacity (w/ filter) |
1.4 gal (5.3 L) |
Cooling System Capacity |
1.5 gal (5.8 L) |
Transmission / Hydraulic Oil Capacity |
5.5 gal (21 L) |
Front Axle Fluid Capacity (MFWD) |
2 gal (7.5 L) |
John Deere 1070 Filters
Fuel Filter Element |
T111383 |
Fuel-Water Separator Screen |
T111005 |
Fuel Filter Sediment Bowl |
CH15552 |
Primary Air Filter Element |
M802606 |
Secondary Air Filter Element |
CH12881 |
Engine Oil Filter |
M806419 |
Hydraulic Oil Filter |
RE27284 |
Serial Numbers & PIN Location
On a John Deere 1070 tractor, the serial number plate is located above the PTO shaft
Year |
Serial Number |
Year |
Serial Number |
1989 |
001001 |
1994 |
130001 |
1990 |
001338 |
1995 |
140001 |
1991 |
100001 |
1996 |
150001 |
1992 |
115001 |
1997 |
160001 |
1993 |
120001 |
1998 |
170001 |

John Deere 1070 Attachments
The John Deere 1070 compact utility tractor, the largest model of the 70 Series, was engineered to deliver dependable performance across farming, landscaping, and utility operations. Its versatility is greatly enhanced by a full line of factory-matched attachments, turning the 1070 into a highly capable multi-purpose machine.
Heavy pushing and snow removal jobs are handled efficiently with the John Deere 390 front blade, known for its strength and reliability.
Deere 390 Front Blade

Model |
John Deere 390 |
Blade Type |
Front-mount, hydraulic lift, hydraulic angle |
A. Overall Length (tractor and blade) |
142.5 in (3620 mm) |
B. Front Hub Centerline to Front of Blade |
47.9 in (1216 mm) |
C. Cutting Depth |
5.5 in (140 mm) |
D. Blade Lift Height |
12 in (305 mm) |
E. Overall Blade Height |
25.5 in (648 mm) |
F. Moldboard Height |
19.8 in (502 mm) |
G. Overall Width |
84 in (2134 mm) |
H. Overall Cutting Width (30° angle) |
72.8 in (1848 mm) |
I. Cutting Edge Height |
6 in (152 mm) |
Relief Valve Setting |
3500 psi (24133 kPa) |
Angling |
30° |
Blade Skid Shoes |
Adjustable |
Blade Trip |
Spring Trip with Lock Bolts |
Blade Float |
Built into Tractor Lift System |
Blade Kit Weight |
725 lb (329 kg) |

For mowing applications, the 72-inch Mid-Mount Rotary Mower for 70 Series provides wide cutting coverage and a clean finish, making it ideal for large lawns, pastures, and grounds maintenance.
Mid-Mount Mower for Deere 1070
Model |
72″ Mid-Mount Mower Deck for Deere 70 Series |
Type |
Mid-mount rotary mower with hydraulic lift |
Number of Blades |
3 |
Cutting Width |
72.8 in (1849 mm) |
Overall Width |
85.0 in (2159 mm) |
Cut Height |
1.5 to 8.6 in (38 to 218 mm) |
Weight |
448 lb (203 kg) |

Material handling is supported by the John Deere 80 and 440 front loaders, offering solid lifting and loading performance.
Front Loaders for Deere 1070

Model |
John Deere 80 |
John Deere 440 |
Lift Capacity at Full Height |
1175 lb (534 kg) |
1200 lb (544 kg) |
Breakout Force, Boom |
2375 lbf (10.56 kN) |
2375 lbf (10.56 kN) |
Breakout Force, Bucket |
1995 lbf (8.87 kN) |
1995 lbf (8.87 kN) |
A. Maximum Lift Height |
96.3 in (2445 mm) |
96.3 in (2445 mm) |
B. Clearance with Bucket Dumped |
78.2 in (1985 mm) |
78.2 in (1985 mm) |
C. Reach at Maximum Height |
23.4 in (595 mm) |
23.4 in (595 mm) |
D. Maximum Dump Angle |
38° |
38° |
E. Reach with Bucket on Ground |
51 in (1295 mm) |
51 in (1295 mm) |
F. Bucket Roll-Back Angle at Ground |
20° |
20° |
G. Digging Depth |
5.9 in (150 mm) |
5.9 in (150 mm) |
J. Maximum Lift Height (Bucket Flat) |
89.6 in (2275 mm) |
89.6 in (2275 mm) |
K. Overall Length |
145.6 in (3698 mm) |
145.6 in (3698 mm) |
L. Length of Bucket |
17.8 in (452 mm) |
17.8 in (452 mm) |
W. Lift Capacity to Full Height (Bucket bottom mid point) |
1175 lb (534 kg) |
1175 lb (534 kg) |
Loader Raising Time |
3.9 sec |
3.9 sec |
Loader Lowering Time |
3.0 sec |
3.0 sec |
Bucket Dumping (w/ Regen Valve) |
1.8 sec |
1.8 sec |
Bucket Dumping (w/o Regen Valve) |
3.1 sec |
3.1 sec |
Bucket Rollback Time |
2.1 sec |
2.1 sec |
Hydraulic Flow |
8.2 gal/min (30.6 L/min) |
8.2 gal/min (30.6 L/min) |
Bucket Width |
53 in (1350 mm) |
53 in (1350 mm) |
Based on Tractor Tires Size, Front |
8-16 |
8-16 |
Based on Tractor Tires Size, Rear |
13.6-28 |
13.6-28 |
For digging and trenching, operators can rely on the John Deere 8A and 8B backhoe attachments, delivering practical reach and breakout force for light to medium excavation tasks.
Backhoe Attachments for Deere 1070

Model |
John Deere 8A |
John Deere 8B |
Lift Capacity (at 36″ From Ground To Bucket Pivot Pin) |
600 lb (272 kg) |
689 lb (313 kg) |
Bucket Breakout Force |
2992 lbf (13.31 kN) |
3389 lbf (15.07 kN) |
Dipperstick Digging Force |
1955 lbf (8.70 kN) |
2213 lbf (9.84 kN) |
Backhoe Attachment Weight |
981 lb (445 kg) |
998 lb (453 kg) |
A. Digging Depth (2 ft flat) |
102 in (2591 mm) |
102 in (2591 mm) |
B. Swing Arc |
180° |
180° |
C. Loading Height (Bucket at 60°) |
82 in (2083 mm) |
82 in (2083 mm) |
D. Reach for Center Line of Swing Pivot |
133 in (3378 mm) |
133 in (3378 mm) |
E. Max Transport Height |
81 in (2057 mm) |
81 in (2057 mm) |
F. Bucket Rotation |
180° |
180° |
G. Loading Reach (Bucket at 60°) |
43 in (1092 mm) |
43 in (1092 mm) |
H. Transport Overhang |
48 in (1219 mm) |
48 in (1219 mm) |
I. Ground Clearance |
9.5 in (241 mm) |
9.5 in (241 mm) |
J. Undercut |
34 in (864 mm) |
34 in (864 mm) |
K. Hydraulic Stabilizer Spread, Down |
99 in (2515 mm) |
99 in (2515 mm) |
L. Hydraulic Stabilizer Spread, Up |
59 in (1499 mm) |
59 in (1499 mm) |
Backhoe Control Valve Main Relief Setting |
1900 psi (13100 kPa) |
2200 psi (15169 kPa) |
Bucket 12 in (305 mm) Struck Capacity (SAE) |
1.14 cu ft (0.031 m3) |
1.14 cu ft (0.031 m3) |
Bucket 18 in (457 mm) Struck Capacity (SAE) |
1.75 cu ft (0.049 m3) |
1.75 cu ft (0.049 m3) |
Bucket 24 in (610 mm) Struck Capacity (SAE) |
2.42 cu ft (0.067 m3) |
2.42 cu ft (0.067 m3) |
Bucket 36 in (914 mm) Struck Capacity (SAE) |
3.77 cu ft (0.105 m3) |
3.77 cu ft (0.105 m3) |

Together, these attachments showcase the 1070’s adaptability, giving operators the ability to switch between mowing, lifting, digging, and clearing with ease. Designed to maximize productivity, the John Deere 1070 with its attachments stands as a robust solution for property owners, landscapers, and utility operators.