HEAD-TO-HEAD EQUIPMENT SHOWDOWN

County 944 vs Deere 2840

Specification differential, power-to-weight analysis, hydraulic benchmarks, and equipment decision guidance.

Different Measurement ProtocolsMeasurement standard or power basis is unspecified for one or both machines.
County

County 944

Category: Farm

County 944
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Power95 HP
Weight8,839lbs
Pump Flow6gpm
Deere

Deere 2840

Category: Farm

Deere 2840
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Power89 HP
Weight8,700lbs
Pump FlowN/Agpm

Decisive Performance Differentials

  • County 944 provides +139 lbs more unballasted traction mass

Multi-Axis Capability Radar

Normalized 5-pillar operational benchmark comparison

County 944
Deere 2840
Engine PowerBallast MassHydraulicsDisplacementGear Versatility
Engine PowerRated Horsepower
95 HPvs89 HP
Ballast MassOperating Weight
8,839 lbsvs8,700 lbs
HydraulicsStandard Flow
6 gpmvsOption Pack Required
DisplacementEngine Liters
4.2 Lvs5.4 L
Gear VersatilitySpeeds / Range
8F / 2Rvs6F / 3R
FIELD PROVEN FOOTAGE SHOOTOUT

Dual Field Action & Powertrain Sound

Side-by-side operational field footage verified with computer vision & acoustic audits.

VLM Visual & Audio Audited
County 944
1974 Ford County 944 AWD 4.2 Litre 4-Cyl Diesel Tractor
1974 Ford County 944 AWD 4.2 Litre 4-Cyl Diesel Tractor
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Deere 2840
JOHN DEERE 2840 For Sale
JOHN DEERE 2840 For Sale
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Head-to-Head Specification Differential

Side-by-side technical parameters with calculated delta advantage & percent differentials

SpecificationCounty 944Deere 2840Advantage Delta
Power & Output
Rated Engine Horsepower
95 HP
89 HP
-
PTO Horsepower (Tested)
N/A
80.7 HP
-
Traction Density Ratio
10.8 HP/1k lbs
10.2 HP/1k lbs
10.8 vs 10.2 HP / 1,000 lb (higher transport agility)
Dimensions & Weight
Base Operating Weight
8,839 lbs
8,700 lbs
+1.6%+139 lbs heavier
Engine Specs
Displacement
4.2 L
5.4 L
+1.2L larger displacement
Cylinders
4 Cylinders
6 Cylinders
-
Hydraulics & Implements
Standard Hydraulic Pump Flow
6 gpm
N/A (Check Option Pack)
-
Rear SCV Remotes (Standard)
Optional / Standard
2 Valves
-
3-Point Hitch Category
Category II
Category II
-
Chassis & Drivetrain
Drive Configuration
4WD
2WD
-
Transmission System
Mechanical / PowerShift
two-speed power shift
-
✓Specifications independently cross-referenced with official OECD & Nebraska test codes.
Official Engineering Test Reports

Buyer Decision Export Tools

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AI MATCHUP ARBITER & FIELD WORKLOAD ADVISOR

Operational Field Verdict Matrix

Algorithmic suitability assessment cross-referencing Nebraska draft tests against four agricultural workloads.

Real-time Engineering Synthesis

Primary Tillage & Deep Chisel Plowing

County Recommended

County delivers higher base frame ballast (+139 lbs) to minimize tire wheel slip under deep draft implement drag.

Tractive efficiency in heavy soil depends heavily on static axle load rather than pure unballasted horsepower.

Large-Scale Air Seeding & Hydraulic Drills

Data Inconclusive

Dedicated remote circuit hydraulic flow ratings are incomplete. Direct comparative seeding capacity requires dealer-verified option build sheets.

Variable-rate air carts require independent remote valve pressure regulation without starving steering hydraulics.

Road Hauling & Grain Cart Chase Duty

County Recommended

County 944 has a sharper 10.75 HP/1,000 lb power-to-weight ratio for rapid hill-climbing acceleration with loaded grain carts.

Higher agility power-to-weight ratios dramatically improve turnaround times during peak harvesting windows.

Soil Compaction & Wet Ground Flotation

Equivalent Footprint

Both machines present equivalent static chassis footprints within 3% tolerance.

Preserving soil porosity and preventing hardpan buildup saves diesel fuel in subsequent years.
Fleet Manager Recommendation

Both machines demonstrate balanced engineering trade-offs in this equipment class. Base final fleet acquisition on local dealer servicing support, operator ergonomics, and implement compatibility.

Evidence Coverage68%Empirical Spec Depth

Decision Analysis & Editorial Verdict

Engine Decision Verdict

Both County 944 and Deere 2840 are remarkably well-matched within this power bracket. The decisive purchasing decision should focus on dealer proximity, local service network reputation, hydraulic circuit options, and implement hitch requirements.

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Equipment Financing & Monthly Payment Estimator

Model cash flows, estimated installment burdens, and financing differentials for agricultural leases or loans.

Zero Credit Impact Estimate
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Financed: $60,000 after down payment
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Financed: $60,000 after down payment
Down Payment20%
0%20% (Standard)50%
Annual APR5.99%
Financing Term Duration (Months)
Estimated Monthly Payment Differential
County 944$1,160 /mo
60 payments$69,600 total
Deere 2840$1,160 /mo
60 payments$69,600 total
Estimated Monthly Delta:$0 /mo savings

*Indicative estimates based on standard Tier-1 agricultural commercial rates. Taxes, freight, attachments, and insurance not included.

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