Well I've decided to sell my Bobcat S250 with 400 hrs. and get one of the above tractors for more versatile use. I build homes and although I subcontract all the labor there are times I have to...

Well after reading a few threads on here and being inspired by Rustyiron, and Dieselcrawler I decided to start building my own canopy for my tractor . I have two deere 4720s and they get used what...

Looking at both units. Like the hydro option on the JD, but that's really the only thing that stands out. i live in northernmaine and have a substantial driveway. Snow blowing it with a MF1135+...

I'm new to this site and tractors, looking for help on a 4720 I recently bought. Its a 2007 with 800 hours on it. It works great around the field. I was taking it to another farm down the street...

Hello all, I have a JD 4720 that has approx. 1100hrs. It has just started running rough when the engine gets a load on it. It acts like it is getting air in the fuel to me. My best description...

I'm not sure if I have posted this already a few months ago, but in reading some of the recent Kioti Posts I though this might be a good thing to share. I made this video to demonstrate why I...

Gentlemen, I come from a row crop background and my family has been farming within 25 miles of my current location since 1635 on my father's side. We have yet to nail the exact year on my...

Hi All, I have a JD 4600. I can not get it to go into 4WD. The linkage is intact and the handle rotates the shaft on the side of the trans. The roll pin is in place and the shaft moves in both...

Hi everyone. I'm new to tractors/diesel engines, and don't know much, other than I could sure use one. Never even drove one, but I've used quite a few skidsteers and trackhoes over the years...

Going to buy my first tractor (used) this year. Small farm/property: ~40 acres. Mostly woods with hills, some fields, some old fields that are 10yrs overgrown I want to reclaim. So mostly my use...

My 4720 (model year 2011) was delivered just before Thanksgiving last year. The 485 backhoe wasn't attached because the dealer didn't have the PowerBeyond kit. Last week the dealer picked up my...

Looking to purchase a new John Deere 4720 with Cab and FEL This is what I have priced so far. Any inputs on other options i should consider. What is your opinion on turf tires vs industrials...

Hey everyone. Finally got some time to work on the JD. I've got the new range shifter rod in, and everything back together enough to run it. I have 2 issues right now. The first I noticed was the...

Here is some more pics of my 4720 and other toys from today. Also included is one of our new pole barns going up at my parents farm.

Just took delivery of a new John Deere 4720 cab tractor. Nice tractor although it came from the factory with two issues. 1. the temperature gauge in the instrument panel shows a consistent hot...

Would the John Deere 4720 be a hydro only because this tractor offers so much torque a geared transmission would not be able to hold up as well as a hydro(that is the impression my dealer gave me...

Hello all.. I have a John Deere 4600 w/460 loader.. I was fixing the road today and lost bucket tilt function dumping gravel.. 1) fluid good.. 2) engauge tilt, hoses jump and bucket moves...

I have a 2000 jd 4600 the pto does not work. I installed a new switch.. Nothing. It has not been used much had back hoe attachment for most if the time. Any thoughts

Hi, We got Dad a John Deere 4600 with the front scoop and loader. We are looking for a rear blade and for weights. I thought I seen on here a thread about them, today I can't find it. Please...

Hi: I was just out in my 4720 to clear some snow for the first time this winter. Probably the first time I've used the heat. A/C worked fine in the summer, etc. Odd issue - There are 6...

Hey guys, I am thinking very seriously about trading my 4120 in for a 4720 Cab with 400CX loader. I need to know what options and accesories are good and what is a waste of money...I hope to...

290 hour 4720 hydro. I was mowing today & it died. Temp hand was a lil hi but rad is clean & AF level full I pressed dash buttons & seen err 04 79 81 82 & 86 but 81 was showing when eng died...

Any feedback on the John Deere 4720? I'm in the market for a new tractor and I'm wondering if the shoe will fit. My land size is 14-15 acres, I will be performing standard farm duties and some...

Hey All - We own a farm in Danville, NH. A week ago someone came on to our property at night and stole our John Deere 4600. If there are any members in the area who has heard of someone trying...

Im across a creek and no way to tow home so I need to fix where its at. When I engage starter it just clicks or turns the engine just slightly. Had both new starter and battery checked and there...

Hi everyone, I just joined this forum, but I have been reading it for some time and have learned a lot. I bought a 2008 JD 4720 ehydro this past summer for use on a hobby farm. (30 cow calf...

The weather finally cooperated so I got the chance to look at both tractors today. Both are nice tractors with their own pros and cons. After looking at the L5740, I had a couple of questions of...

I picked up a used Worksaver SG36 pto powered stump grinder this past weekend. The unit requires two sets of hydraulic couplers for operation. I have the 3rd valve (rear) that I used for the side...

I'm ready to upgrade from a Kubota L3830 40hp, looking at 50-60hp tractors, have considered tlb's L48 or JD110 but so used to tractors and need cab- Test drove a 4720 and was impressed, seemed...

I found a 2007 4720 close by. Owner bought it new. He was in the landscaping business. It has a 400X loader, air ride seat, rear remotes, and loaded R4 tires. He's throwing in a 6 ft box blade, a...

any recomendations on the purchase of a JD4720 or a CASE IH dx55? Seems the IH is a bit less expensive but the JD has a hydro trans vs the IH 12/12 with reverser. thanks BOB

I am going to start off this post with a bit of discontent. I was given advise that is was impossible or unfeasible to put a mid mower on a 4x20 4000 twenty series tractor. Before I purchased my...

I got my bearcat 73554 last week and I finally got to put it to work today. I have to say, after having a Jinma chipper - there is a huge difference in quality. This sucker really works. The...

My Dad is semi-retiring from farming. He is selling his large ag equipment and will be putting about 200 acres into a conservation program (hardwood trees) His main uses for the tractor will be...

My tractor is a JD4720 58hp/50pto hp model. I've been searching craigslist, etc for used implements. Any thoughts/advise on a 3pt plow? Can I pull a 3 bottom in somewhat rocky soil or should I...

I was ready to buy a Kubota with a cab and then found out John Deere has the 4720 in a cab. The dealer (sells both) recommended the Kubota (less $). My question is the cab. John Deere claims a...

I found a used 2008 4720 with 130 houes with a 400 cx loader. It appears in very good condition. The individual is asking $25,000. I was wondering if this is a good deal. also I got a price on a...

The RPMs suddenly went to the max and the speed lever would not slow it down no matter what I did. Could only shut it off by clamping the fuel hose The tractor would not go off by turning the...

I wonder why this is ? Does this mean JD thinks a gear tranny would not hold up to the torque of the new JD 4720 ? I wonder what John Deeres reasoning is ?

I have a new 2012 JD 4720 cab tractor that gave me a warning message tonight on the way back in after about three hours of tilling. The warning light came on intermittently and it was Error 73...

I have a JD 4720 that cranks over but won't start. The last time it ran was two months ago and started just fine at that time. I've done a ton of research on this forum but haven't been able to...

I've been struggling with this for a couple of weeks. My local Kubota dealer has a 2012 non Tier IV cab L5740, while my local JD dealer has both open station and cab non Tier IV 4720s. Being an...

Hey guys. I have a Deere 4720 less then a year old with about 265hrs on it. I haven't drove it much when it was cold. I briefly drove it the other morning when it was around 30 out and I noticed...

I just sold my JD 4720 tractor with cx400 loader and 448 backhoe which i owned for 16 years. See pic. It has been a great tractor, but i need to replace it. I have narrowed my decision to...

This is my solution for attaching a metal JD tool box to my 4720. It should be adaptable to most ROPS structures on other brands of tractors. The bracket itself is a simple 1" x 2" square tube...

Ok guys another question for you bush whackers......I am ordering my JD4720 and need to decide which cutter to get. I think I like the MX7 cause i can get closer to fences and trees, but some...

I bought a pair of Tuff 4" LED lights to replace the factory cab mounted halogens. I noticed that these things only draw 1.9 amps. Any chance I could keep the two halogens (point them to the...

Barring some disaster between now and Monday morning I plan on ordering a JD 4720 E-hydro, Curtis Cab and a 400X loader. My local Minnesota dealers weren't as fond of my New HOlland as a couple of...

Hello everyone I've found a 2007 John Deere 4720, 4wd, Cab, hydrostatic transmission, R4 tires and 167 hours. It has a 400CX Loader, with bucket, pallet fork and bale spike. Also included is a...

Started making a grinding sound In 4 wheel drive and I noticed the plastic cover on the pinion wher drive shaft goes in is leaking because one of the bolts fell out , how hard is it to pull the...

Hello all. I have been a member a long time but not ever said much., I have done pretty much everything with a midsize excavator. For the record I have been on and off about anything that moves...

Hi Guys, Great site. Thanks for all the insight so far. I'm looking at a 2005 JD 4720 that's in great shape. My only concern with it is that it doesn't have some of the features I want - ie...

What size rotary cutters or flail mowers are you running with your John Deere 4600? I am looking at a JD 4600 with a Power Reverser 12 speed transmission.

hello. I just purchased a john deere 4600 for a rather good deal and there is a steady white smoke coming out of the breather tube. The tractor only has 840 hours on it but it appears that it got...

I had a 2005 JD 4320 that had a glow plug preheater for cold weather (or any weather) starting...push in the key switch, indicator light on dash lights up, count to 20, start-er-up. I get that, no...

When pushing snow with the loader bucket, I would like to speed up the bucket operation time. This tractor has every option but the mid pto. It has: eThrottle, MotionMatch, Accel/Decel...

We leave this on job sites, mostly for the winter for snow removal. Last season, a machine was "broken into" by use of a default deere key, used, few items stolen, stole our salt and re-locked the...

I found a 2011 jd 4720 with 650 hours on machine. Machine is spotless, runs very well. I would be using machine for small family farm use. My question is how many hours will the jd diesel run...

Found that the Blower motor Resistor pack .75+.75- 216/22 on my John Deere 4720 I use for moving round bales and feeding is bad. Trying to locate this part in the USA. Both of mine are bad and JD...

I have a 2007 JD 4720 that has been a fantastic machine. Two days ago I had an interesting "malfunction." I was using my brush mower on a rather steep slope backing down the slope and then going...

The 400 CX loader on my 4720 Hydro suddenly will not raise further than 13" (of 26") of ram length. Hydraulic fluid is full and recently changed. I've owned the tractor for 10 yrs. and 1000+...

I can't seem to find any directions to removing and replacing the PTO solenoid. There is a plastic nut on top of it, that seems to make not difference and when I try to turn the solenoid to...

Bush hogging in tall brush on my food plots and ran over a hidden stump. Tractor stopped moving and a 57 code came up. pulled the tractor to the barn and went online. Most posts said Hydrostatic...

Hi guys and gals, Have a 2013 4720 cab tractor with less than 900 hrs. Pto in both std and e starts very slow and gets up to speed running the bush hog. Slow/stops under load…all hydro in rest...

I currently have a 2007 JD 4520 ehydro OS with FEL that I have been using for maintaining 10 acres around my home. Mainly bush hogging, loader work, grading driveway etc. I recently purchased the...

My 4720 was under 6' of flood water and I'm trying to get it going again. The entire south Louisiana area was flooded and mechanics are booked up and I desperately need to get this machine back...

Last year, our 1999 JD 4600 wouldn't start. It had a weak start or two, then only heard a solenoid click, and finally got nothing at the turn of the key. Battery tested okay, had good voltage...

Need some help , I have a JD 4720 W/cab, trying to set up for grapple, I bought all the plumbing from dealer while reading instructions before install it shows getting pressure side hydraulic from...

What is everyones feeling on using a JD 4720 Compact tractor with a 400 cx loader and the Steffen 5508 square handler. Some people are telling me the tractor is to light and the loader may not be...

Torn on this. Looking at a used tractor. On one hand that is twice as many hours as I would to see. On the other hand I have seen the same model for sale with up to 8000 hours. Whether the latter...

Hello Everyone, I have an existing JD 4720 (66HP) with FEL and adapter plates to accept skid steer attachments. I have access to a 60" Rockhound Rake which was on a Skidsteer. How would I hook...

I cant get my radio to shut off. I have to pull the fuse every time. Was wondering if anyone else had issues with it. Im shopping for a new radio.. Just figured Id ask.

What are your thoughts about using a pull behind 10ft bush hog behind a JD 4720? I know the 4720 is considered a compact tractor, but this would be using a pull behind cutter with 66/56hp at the...

In the last few hours using the tractor, several times it seems like while digging in dirt/mud, that the tractor parking brake was on. I tried to back out of a hole digging dirt, and the machine...

My front end loader was having a hard time lifting or tilting but fluid shows to be full and i see no leaks. So I had local dealer troubleshoot and they said it was plugged filter and changed...

I have been mowing my lawn around ranch house with a GT245 54" and this is a few hours I would rather be with the kids on our trips to the ranch. I am now looking at the Frontier GM2109R rear...

I have a 4720. I had the dealer add the option for motion match which changes the rollout when you let off the pedal on ehydro. My understanding is that this is supposed to let it roooolllll out...

John Deere 4x20 and 3x20 tractors use the same aux light part number. They are not real cheap $62.83 I think. I have had one on my 4720 since 2007 but have recently broken the lens (don't ask)...

Yesterday when clipping grass, the warning light on my JD 4720 with cab lit up. Error code 202 was listed on the console info center. I didn't notice any change in the function of the tractor or...

Iam down to final decision on bids. There is only eleven dollars difference. Both have loader with six foot heavy duty bucket, hydro, one rear remote,turf tires,9'woods backhoe on the tc40, 8'6"...

Hello, I am considering these 2 tractors, I have a 2004 L4330 and have loved it. However I am looking at getting a cab due to the recent winter. I was pretty much sold on the Kubota from past...

My 2000 JD4600 ran out of fuel the other day , guage said between 3/8 & 1/2 . Put fuel in and started right up. Dealer told me to check for bad sending unit by removing wire from it and grounding...

My dealer priced me a 4720 hydro with R4 tires and a 400x loader for 26000. I think I can get him down about 500$ more. He has a 4520 with ag tires and I can probably get the 400cx loader with it...

Can anybody tell me if a grapple on my 4720 with 400x will handle ~1500lb round bales??? I know a spike would be easier and cheaper, but I want the grapple for other jobs too. Some say the claw...

I have a 2000 John Deere 4600 tractor. While using the tractor, I smelled a strong odor of burning insulation and the charge light came on and the tachometer went dead. I disconnected all of the...

Can anyone help me out. I have a 7foot JD rotary cutter that has a Category 2 hitch but my newly purchase 4720 has a Category 1 hitch. Will the Category 2 i-match hitch work on the 4720. My...

Some of you may have read my earlier post about a "pig in a poke" tractor buying experience. I bought this 2007 4720 from Bader and Sons in Michigan. What a great dealership to deal with. The...

Can anyone tell me if a Deere 4600 backhoe that is currently mounted on a 4115 Deere will fit on my 2520. I saw one advertised for $4000 and was wondering if this was a good deal or not. The hoe...

I've got a 3-spool SCV valve installed - two to run the loader and one spool for aux - that has a part number of AM124916 stamped on it. I've got a bent spool (#1 position for bucket up/down)...

I am looking at buying a 1999 john deere 4600 with 460 loader. It has 3200 hours, is this high or is there lots of life left in it. It was owned by a golf course. Also could I expect it to lift...

Hi everybody: What is the difference between the 400CX and 400X? Obviously self leveling. Anything else? Is there a disadvantage to self leveling? Is the self leveling worth the approximately...

Hi! I am new at this I hope I am doing it right. I have a 4600 John Deere diesel tractor. It is in good shape with a front loader. I was told by a dealer it was worth $11,000.00. My son and Dad...

mice have made a nest in the upper roof assembly on my JD 4720. I looked where the air filter is and could not find anything. But it smells bad, blows “bedding” out, and water was backing up in...

I have read many posts here and some are similar but not quite. I have a JD 4720Cab HST. Yesterday I had been mowing for about 30 min. (I love when the strawberry farmers plant and Dump what seems...

I am looking to trade in my New Holland TC40D on a new JD 4720 Cab and would like to keep either the R4 or turf tires that I have for the New Holland assuming that the wheels will fit on the John...

When I try to start my John Deere 4600 sometimes it will turn over as it should and sometimes it will spin without engaging the flywheel. It grinds on the flywheel. I am wondering if it could be...

I have a John Deere 4600 HST with a Hydrostatic gearbox problem. It runs OK in forward but in reverse it makes a horrible grinding noise and no performance whatsoever. It will hardy pull its on...

I saw a similar post with a different loader from mine. My loader has round opposed to the more square ends. There was a shim kit available for it .... has anyone used a shim kit on the 400x...

Greetings, does anyone have basic knowledge about a 2002 john deere model 4600? I am looking at one with a 400x loader and roughly 150 hours. It does not have ehydro and the R4 tires look...

I have a JD 4600 hydro unit. A couple questions if anyone could offer advice or opinion. When idling and an attachment is on the 3 point with it raised the 3 point is constantly losing pressure...

I have a 2000 JD 4600 that the squirrels chewed the pto wires where the harness travels over the rear end and drops into the pto solenoid. There are two wires that go to the solenoid connector and...

I have seen similar but not identical threads. My local Kubota and JD dealers are about 2 miles apart, so distance not an issue. Both are quoting almost the exact same price (within a few dollars...

Help, have 4720 JD tractor, have forward at pedal but no reverse. As soon as you push the reverse pedal err14 comes up. Have switched the pedal sensors and will go forward on reverse pedal and...

Running my JD 4600 hydro tonight and the engine stopped running when I got off the seat. PTO not engaged. I left the engine idling and when I got off the seat to exit the cab the engine stopped...

Thinking about upgrading the 2-4720 we curently use for 2 new 4066r's or any comparable tractors. Looking for any opinions or info. The 4720s have been such good units just getting a little long...

I have an exhaust pipe for a JD 4600 tractor, available for the cost of shipping + $15 for my hassle to get it shipped off. A couple years ago, I replaced the lower exhaust pipe on my 4600...

Hello everyone, I'm looking to setup my boss v plow on my 4720 this winter. I want to use a frame mount because I've got about 1 1/2 miles of road to plow. The john deere website shows a...

Last year i buy brand new kubota l5740 with cab , rear mount pronovost 80 inch snowblower and loader. I used my tractor only for snow removal contract in quebec. Yesterday i buy i brand new john...

Hello all, I am looking to increase my hydraulic pressure on my 2013 JD 4720 because I checked the pressure and it was 2300 psi. The problem I have ran into is I cannot find the relief valve to do...

I have a JD 2003 5520 cab tractor that the fuel gauge went bad on several years ago. When empty, the gauge reads full and when full the gauge reads way past full. I also have a 2000 JD 4600 that...

I have an 09 4720 without the sight glass bowl on the bottom of the fuel filter. The manuel says to drain the filter then turn it a quaurter turn counter clockwise and pull down to release it...

After beating up my dealer here's the best I can do.....Attack at will :D 4720 CAB with Airseat 31,200.00 Vertical Exhaust 145.00 Rear Fender Extension...

I have a 485 John Deere backhoe attachment and I ordered a Power Beyond and installed it on my 4720#810234 open station I also ordered at the same time a 3ird SCV (which is operated with...

Hey everyone, So I might have bit off a bit more than I can chew with this project. I am not a mechanic and have never worked on a diesel motor but consider myself handy. I have a JD 4600. When...

So I recently acquired a Woods D80-2 Bush hog, that has a single hydrualic line for raise and lower rear wheels. My SCV has hydraulic connections. Do I just plug the single hose into the one...

I have a 2005 John Deere 4720 tractor. With 400x loader and 448 backhoe. Has around 220 hrs. Industrial tires, 4wd. Really good condition. I bought new for over $40k. Was wondering how much it's...

my front left (sitting in the cab) wheel has play in it. i noticed it had a bit of a wobble - all the bolts are tight. when the wheels are off the ground, the right wheel is nice and tight, but...

Owning a 4300HST with a 430 Loader for the past four years, I have now logged over 900hrs on this machine using the loader for approx. two thirds of the time, I soon discovered the superior...

Does anyone know the cab filter number from John Deere for my 4720? It is not marked on the one in there now and I was just wondering if you all knew. Thanks for your time.

Even though I ended up getting rid of the 4720, by this video you can see that she did her work admirably!

What is a JD 4720. One of my competetors bought one. Looks like a compact AG tractor. The front FEL arms and cylinders look small in comparison to my L39's.

John Deere 4720 Error Code 02 Engine runs fine, tractor won't move in any gear. Transmission fluid is fine. Have unconnected Batterynto try and get an electrical reset. Brake is not on. What...

Can you tell me what Model # loader you have on your Tractor?

I just sold my JD 4720 tractor with cx400 loader and 448 backhoe which i owned for 16 years. See pic. It has been a great tractor, but i need to replace it. I have narrowed my decision to...

Anyone have any advice on adjusting the parking brake on my 4720? I can pull mine all the way up very easy and tops out It holds ok but really needs a little more I think. Do I have to pull the...

Was using the 3pt when the rock bar lever got real loose. I used to be able to set it at any mid position and it would hold that position. Now it is real loose at any midpoint, it's either all the...

Any recommendations on a canopy for my JD4720? Thanks!

I'm looking into purchasing a John Deere 4720 with ag tires and a belly mower. Does anyone know if you can get a belly mount mower for the John Deere 4720 or just for the smaller machines?

I have a JD 4720. Specs states 2500psi 17.1 gpm hydraulic flow. 5.1 gpm steering 12.0 gpm pump flow My question is on the 12.0 gpm pump flow, If the tractor is not moving how much of that...

New to forum. Having trouble with my JD4600 and have hydro fluid coming out holes where loader mounts would be in bell housing area. Has anyone experienced this before with their tractor...

I'm looking at a 2005 JD 4720 with FEL and 72" mid mount. Looks in great condition and either well taken care of (that's the claim) or recently refurbished with all new cosmetics. Only challenge...

John Deere 4600 shuts off when put in gear, I bypassed the seat switch which is just a year old, same results. It doesn't stall out, it shuts down, Not sure if it is a fuse, or another switch that...

Is this right? (It's NOT a sprayer - listed as 40hp - 99hp Utility tractors). I know you sure can't "Build Your Own" JD 4720 with 2WD on the John Deere website. AKfish

Dad was using the tractor when he parked it I noticed an oil leak under neath it. Near as I can tell it hydraulic as its a clear oil. Following it up the back of the engine, it appears to be...

Hello, I've done a lot of reading here the last two days and have my baler numbers all confused. I have 9ac in hay that I want to cut and bale once a year. My field is flat. Last year I used a NH...

http://www.tractorbynet.com/forums/parts-repairs/323220-jd-4720-starter-not-operating.html :thumbdown: I originally posted this on parts / repair section but wanted to see if somebody here might...

Fixing to get a new 4720 or 5030 with hydostat are there better higher quality fluids then factory and would you recommend changing them out upon purchase, thanks Chase p.s. remember you either...

Hello, I'm in the market to upgrade my JD 3320. I need a larger tractor as well as a cab. To me the JD 4720 is physically a tad too small and doesn't have the lift capacity i'd like. The 5225 is...

Hi, I have a late model cabbed John Deere 4720 2018. It already has 3 services fitted to the rear and it was recently fitted with a 440R loader with joystick. I would now like to fit a grab on the...

Your thoughts, I have someone who has sold his home near me and is selling his JD 4600 with 350 hours on it along with a 460 loader with bucket and forks, rear blade (not box scraper) and and...

Does anyone know what the serial number range is for the creep to reposition feature for the 4720 tractor? From what I can find, it is a feature that added somewhere in 2011. When I look it up, it...

http://www.tractorbynet.com/forums/parts-repairs/323220-jd-4720-starter-not-operating.html :thumbdown: I originally posted this on the Parts / Reapir section. I thought I should put it here also...

WANTED: Field installation kit for mid mounted PTO to fit on 4600 John Deere. Please E-Mail me at bob@lasitesinc.com Cell 815-671-2030

Hi, Does anyone have guidance for removing this screen. I have removed the two bolts from the L Bracket as manual instructs but cannot figure out how to remove the bracket from the housing that...

Looking for anyone that has a line on used RSA mount plates for 4500-4700 John Deere and 48 Backhoe?

Hello. New member here. I have a JD4720 tractor with a cab. If I pull the transmission dipstick when it’s warm, there is a large release of pressure. I don’t think this normal. Is there a vent...

I went out to start my 4720 and error code 203,200, 86, 209 and 207 popped up with no ability to go past idle. Anyone have any idea what that error code states? Thanks!

I am trying to figure out how to properly shim the front axle hub shaft bearings. My passenger side had no shims while the drivers had one. I replaced all bearings, seals, races and put it back...

Hopefully someone has an answer to what might be happening. Today as I am working my box blade with my 2013 JD 4720 tractor, the 3rd scv sticks and runs the top link all the way out. You can...

The local dealer has a New 4720 loaded w/o cab with the 400cx loader in stock if anyone near me is interested. David