John Deere tractor · 1974-1975

John Deere 2630 Tractor

Name: John Deere 2630 Tractor
Brand: John Deere

The John Deere 2630 is a 1974-1975 Generation II utility tractor with 70.37 tested PTO horsepower. It is a versatile choice for hay, loader, mowing, and medium farm work when its hydraulic and transmission options are in good condition.

Production years

1974-1975

Engine

John Deere 4.5 L four-cylinder diesel

Power

70.37 hp PTO, tested; 57.88 hp drawbar, tested

Weight, approximate

2,630 kg

John Deere 2630 specifications

Production years	1974-1975
Engine	John Deere 4.5 L four-cylinder diesel
Power	70.37 hp PTO, tested; 57.88 hp drawbar, tested
Transmission	8-speed gear, 16-speed partial power shift, or 8-speed power shuttle
Weight, approximate	2,630 kg
Fuel type	Diesel
Drive	2WD
PTO	Independent 540 rpm; optional 540/1,000 rpm rear PTO

What the 2630 is used for

The 2630 is well suited to a moderate-size livestock, hay, or general-purpose operation. Its Category II hitch, independent PTO, and closed-center hydraulics give it useful capability for mounted and hydraulic implements.

It can also be a practical loader tractor when fitted and ballasted correctly, though it is a two-wheel-drive machine. The optional high-flow hydraulic configuration is particularly relevant for buyers planning hydraulic-intensive work.

Why the John Deere 2630 stands out

Built in Dubuque, Iowa, the 2630 combines a 4.5L Deere diesel with closed-center hydraulics, wet disc brakes, and several useful transmission choices. Its 14.5-gpm standard total hydraulic flow could be increased to 24.5 gpm with the optional system.

Buying a used John Deere 2630

Determine which transmission and hydraulic package the tractor has, then test all gears, shuttle or power-shift functions, PTO, remotes, and three-point lift after the oil is warm. Inspect the front axle and steering linkage carefully on loader-equipped tractors, and confirm whether the optional 540/1,000 rear PTO is present if your implements require it.

John Deere 2630 frequently asked questions

How much PTO horsepower does a John Deere 2630 have?

Nebraska testing recorded 70.37 PTO horsepower.

What transmissions were available in the 2630?

John Deere offered an 8-speed gear transmission, a 16-speed partial power shift, and an 8-speed power shuttle.

Does the John Deere 2630 have closed-center hydraulics?

Yes. It uses a closed-center hydraulic system.

Specifications are commonly cited figures for general reference; exact figures vary by year and serial number, so confirm against TractorData.com and the machine's records. Used tractor values vary by condition and region. Page updated 19 Sep 2026.

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