John Deere 4890 Self-Propelled Windrowers
John Deere 4890
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sold in last yearGeneral overview
The John Deere 4890 is a self-propelled windrower used for cutting and conditioning hay and forage crops in field harvesting work. It is powered by a 74 kW (100 hp) John Deere PowerTech 4.5 L, 4-cylinder turbocharged diesel engine and uses a hydrostatic, infinitely variable transmission. The model is listed with a Tier 1 emission standard level.
Header compatibility includes sicklebar (auger) headers used with hay heads with conditioners and draper headers, with hay head / platform size 16 also identified. Conditioning is handled by rubber/steel rolls, supporting windrowing and crop preparation for forage harvesting. A 12 V electrical system is specified, and the model is suited to routine seasonal harvest work in hay and forage production.
Year
1992, 1993, 1994, 1995, 1996, 1997, 1998, 2000
Country of manufacturing
United States
General specifications
Engine Power
100 hp
Emission standard level
Tier 1
Engine type
John Deere PowerTech 4.5 L, 4-cylinder turbocharged diesel
Displacement
4 cu(m)
Transmission type
Hydrostatic, infinitely variable
Sicklebar (Auger) Headers
Compatible; used with hay heads with conditioners.
Draper Headers
Hay head / platform size 16
Electrical system type
12 V
Drive Wheels
18.4x26 button tires
Caster Wheel Type
18.4 x 26 button tires
Conditioner Material
Rubber/steel rolls
Loader Series Compatibility
Hay head for forage crops.
Additional specifications
Width
mm
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What is the average price of a John Deere 4890?
No confirmed market price is supplied. Check current listings and compare machine condition, location, and configuration.
What are the key advantages of the John Deere 4890?
Listed features include a 74.6 kW (100 hp) John Deere PowerTech 4.5 L turbocharged diesel, infinitely variable hydrostatic transmission, rubber/steel roll conditioner options, and compatibility with sicklebar/auger hay heads and a 16 hay head/platform.
What type of engine does the 4890 use?
The 4890 uses a John Deere PowerTech 4.5 L, 4-cylinder turbocharged diesel engine.
How much horsepower does the 4890 have?
The 4890 is rated at 74.6 kW (100 hp).
What fuel does the John Deere 4890 use?
The John Deere 4890 uses diesel fuel.
What jobs is this Windrowers best suited for?
The available specifications indicate it is suited to hay and forage-crop work, using hay heads with conditioners. It is compatible with sicklebar/auger headers and lists a 16 hay head/platform size.
What is the expected lifespan of the 4890?
The supplied data does not confirm an expected service life. For a used machine, lifespan depends on maintenance history, operating conditions, and the condition of the engine, hydrostatic transmission, headers, and conditioner.
What should a buyer check when purchasing a used Windrowers?
Inspect the John Deere PowerTech 4.5 L engine, hydrostatic transmission, 12 V electrical system, 18.4x26 button tires, header mounting and operation, and rubber/steel conditioner rolls. Verify service records, leaks, wear, and that the installed hay head matches the intended work.
