USED JOHN DEERE 4960

This 1991 John Deere 4960 for sale in Hardy, Nebraska is a high-horsepower MFWD row crop tractor offered at a reduced asking price of $55,999. It has approximately 12,000 original hours, a John Deere full PowerShift transmission, strong rubber, a factory Sound-Gard cab, and seller-reported working air conditioning. The seller also reports that the engine received a complete overhaul approximately 3,500 operating hours ago. Designed for tillage, planting support, hay work, grain-cart duty, livestock operations, and other demanding agricultural applications, this used John Deere tractor offers proven pre-emissions power in a respected Deere platform. The price has been reduced from $59,999, and the seller is ready to sell. Reasonable offers from serious buyers will be considered.
Available now in Hardy, Nebraska, this 1991 John Deere 4960 for sale is a clean, well-kept MFWD row crop tractor priced at $55,999, reduced from the original asking price of $59,999. It features approximately 12,000 original hours, a full PowerShift transmission, strong rubber, a factory Sound-Gard cab, working air conditioning, and a seller-reported complete engine overhaul performed approximately 3,500 operating hours ago.
For farmers searching for proven pre-emissions horsepower without moving into a newer, electronically complex tractor, this John Deere 4960 offers an attractive combination of power, traction, serviceability, operator comfort, and long-term resale appeal. The seller is ready to move the tractor and encourages serious buyers to make a reasonable offer.
Proven John Deere 4960 Power and Field Capability
The John Deere 4960 remains one of the most recognized high-horsepower tractors from Deere’s Sound-Gard era. Designed for demanding agricultural work, it provides the power needed for tillage, planting support, grain-cart duty, hay production, livestock operations, and other heavy farm applications.
This tractor is equipped with mechanical front-wheel drive, commonly referred to as MFWD or front-wheel assist. The MFWD configuration provides added traction compared with a two-wheel-drive tractor, especially when working in loose soil, pulling heavier implements, crossing uneven ground, or operating in less-than-ideal field conditions.
Power is supplied by a John Deere six-cylinder turbocharged and aftercooled diesel engine. Commonly published specifications for the 4960 place engine output at approximately 222 gross horsepower, with approximately 200 claimed PTO horsepower. Actual performance should be evaluated through an inspection and operational test.
Full PowerShift Transmission
The John Deere full PowerShift transmission is one of the most desirable features of this tractor. It allows the operator to shift through the available forward and reverse speeds without using a conventional clutch for every gear change.
For operators spending long days in the field, this configuration can make the tractor easier to manage during tillage, transport, wagon work, and applications where changing ground speed is common.
Buyers should independently operate the tractor through all forward and reverse ranges and verify shifting quality under load before purchase.
Seller-Reported Engine Overhaul
One of the strongest ownership-history points is the seller-reported complete engine overhaul performed approximately 3,500 operating hours ago.
That history may provide meaningful value compared with tractors carrying similar total hours but having no reported major engine work. However, no overhaul documentation has been supplied with the listing. Buyers should speak directly with the seller regarding the work performed, parts replaced, service provider, and any available receipts or records.
The tractor currently shows approximately 12,000 original hours. The seller reports that it starts, runs, and operates as it should.
Factory Sound-Gard Cab With Working Air Conditioning
The factory Sound-Gard cab provides an enclosed operator environment for long workdays. The interior appears clean and well-kept considering the tractor’s age and reported hours.
The seller reports that the air conditioning works properly. Functional A/C adds practical value for operators using the tractor during planting, hay season, tillage, grain harvest, or other warm-weather applications.
Buyers should test the air conditioning, heater, gauges, controls, seat, lights, radio, and other cab functions during an inspection.
Clean Exterior With Professionally Repainted Sheet Metal
The hood and front sheet metal were professionally repainted after receiving cosmetic scratches during a storm. The reported damage was cosmetic rather than a major structural repair.
The repainting helped preserve the tractor’s clean, presentable appearance. Buyers are encouraged to inspect the hood, panels, frame, front axle, cab structure, glass, paintwork, and mounting points to confirm the condition for themselves.
Strong Rubber and MFWD Traction
The seller reports that the tractor has strong rubber. Tire condition is especially important on a tractor of this size because replacement costs can represent a substantial investment.
The MFWD front axle, combined with usable front and rear rubber, gives this tractor the configuration many buyers prefer for field traction and heavy agricultural work.
Exact tire sizes, tread percentages, tire brands, ages, and evidence of weather checking should be confirmed directly by the buyer.
Practical Applications
This used John Deere 4960 may be suitable for:

Row crop farming
Primary or secondary tillage
Planting support
Grain cart and wagon work
Hay production
Large baler operation
Livestock and feedlot applications
Manure equipment
Backup tractor power
Farm operations seeking pre-emissions horsepower
Collectors interested in Sound-Gard-era John Deere tractors

Its combination of approximately 200 PTO horsepower, MFWD, PowerShift operation, and an enclosed cab makes it useful for both primary fieldwork and supporting roles within a larger fleet.
Why Buyers Continue to Search for the John Deere 4960
Many buyers continue to seek John Deere 4960 tractors because they were built before modern diesel exhaust aftertreatment systems became common. Their mechanical design, established parts support, recognizable styling, and strong agricultural capability have helped preserve demand.
The 4960 also represents the final generation of large Deere row crop tractors built around the traditional Sound-Gard cab platform. That gives the model appeal among working farmers as well as collectors and enthusiasts.
While this tractor has approximately 12,000 hours, it also carries a seller-reported engine overhaul history, strong rubber, working air conditioning, MFWD, and a clean overall presentation.
Reduced to $55,999 — Reasonable Offers Considered
The asking price was originally $59,999, was reduced to $57,999, and has now been lowered again to $55,999.
The seller is ready to sell and will consider reasonable offers. Serious buyers are encouraged to inquire, review the available photographs, speak with the seller, and arrange an inspection while the tractor remains available.
Trustworthy Equipment LLC is marketing this tractor on behalf of the seller and can connect qualified buyers directly with the appropriate party.
Financing assistance may be available to qualified buyers through independent financing providers. Nationwide transportation assistance may also be available through independent shipping providers.
Buyers are encouraged to complete an independent inspection and verify the tractor’s hours, model year, serial number, specifications, mechanical condition, and operating functions before purchase.