John Deere 1050 4.60 star(s) (18)

John Deere 1050
Model Year: 0

Just bought it so it's too early too review. I wouldn't have bought it if I thought it wouldn't do what I need done. I'm pleased with the price and the work it has completed so far.

Pros: Loader.
Cons: Instrument lights instead of guages.

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Just Getting Started
Model Year: 1987

I bought this for below the lowest blue book value of $5,000 with $3,785.1 hrs on it. It is pretty sparse on features but it is much more tractor than I could get otherwise. It needs work, but works where it must.

Pros: Simple.
Cons: Dry brakes and clutch, seat is not very good and power steering is an optional feature (mine has it).

JD 1050
Model Year: 1989

My tractor is older with low hours. After its first day of trouble as a new owner I did well this used tractor. Some recent problems with ignition system.

Pros: Woods backhoe, cab, & turf tires.
Cons: Poor ignition system.

Tough
Model Year: 1989

I have owned this tractor since new in 89. It has been a work horse for sure, from flail mowing and bush hogging to Getting my winters wood out with it. From the start the starter has (sort of) given me problems meaning that you often have to jog the ignition switch several times before it engages the starter, but it always engages the starter and ALWAYS starts so it's not that big of an issue for me. Mine is the two wheel drive model with an adjustable width front end. Other than replacing the radiator once and a turn buckle to one of the swing arms on the 3 pth and a few batteries and tires the tractor has been very reliable and tough through the over 4000 hrs the meter reads. Many parts are no longer available for this tractor which would give me pause on weather to buy another JD though. Seems the customer service of past tractors they sold is very LOW on their commitment level, instead they concentrate on selling you a new one.

Pros: Simplicity and reliability.
Cons: Lack of part availability.

1050
Model Year: 1988

Okay.

Pros: Dependable, does amazing work.
Cons: Difficult to get on and off. No third valve.

1050
Model Year: 1981

Small enough to get around, but big enough to do stuff. And the Yanmar engine sips fuel.

Pros: Good size.
Cons: Could use more power.

John Deere 1050
Model Year: 1988

I really don't have a ton to review on my "new" 1988 John Deere 1050 tractor since I just picked it up on Friday, but all I can say is that I am extremely happy with my purchase so far!

Pros: Diesel, excellent on diesel usage, powerful, dependable.
Cons: None.

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JD 1050 Loader
Model Year: 1981

Tractor was used to clear snow with blower and loader as well as haul logs from my woods to the cut and split area. Now used to clear snow and light dirt work around the house. Bought and used a JD 450 crawler for heavier work at the woods. Both units did exactly what they were purchased for.

Pros: Compact and reliable.
Cons: 2 wheel drive, manual shift.

John Deere 1050 Tractor
Model Year: 1988

Purchased used in 1999 and age is best guess. I have used tractor for light duty around the property such as carrying hay bales, moving dirt, dragging drive, shredding weeds, and disking garden. Have had very little repair, mostly batteries, starter and such. Tractor is very fuel efficient, parts readily available when required but nothing is cheap from John Deere so it is good that repairs are seldom required. Overall I am very satisfied with this tractor. Able to haul on 16 foot utility trailer behind pickup with no problem.

Pros: Reliability.
Cons: Cost of parts.

Tractor
Model Year: 1986

This tractor has been easy to use and uses the same implements as other big units without the price drain. maintenance is the same as any other tractor but has fewer breakdown times when dealt with. Yes I would buy another one if needed.

Pros: Ease of use, easy to work on.
Cons: Haven't found one.