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Used

USED JOHN DEERE 60

Ohio, United States
Asking Price
USD $6,499.00
1 available
339Listings|2Followers
Overview
Utility Tractors

This John Deere 60 for sale in Millersburg, Ohio offers buyers a chance to own one of John Deere's classic two-cylinder row-crop tractors at a newly reduced asking price. Previously listed at $7,499, this vintage John Deere has now been reduced to $6,499, and the seller is motivated and encouraging reasonable offers.
The tractor is equipped with a two-cylinder gasoline engine, 2WD, 540 RPM PTO, live hydraulics, and a traditional six-speed gear transmission. The John Deere 60 is popular with vintage tractor collectors, hobby farmers, acreage owners, and buyers seeking classic farm equipment with practical usability.
Located in Ohio and available to buyers throughout the Midwest and beyond, this classic John Deere tractor combines collectible appeal with the mechanical simplicity that made two-cylinder Deere tractors famous.
Must sell — make a reasonable offer.
Available now in Millersburg, Ohio, this John Deere 60 for sale is a classic two-cylinder gasoline row-crop tractor from one of the most recognizable eras in John Deere history. The Model 60 combines traditional mechanical simplicity with useful farm features including 2WD, a 540 RPM rear PTO, live hydraulics, and a six-speed gear transmission. Previously offered at $7,499, the asking price has now been reduced by $1,000 to $6,499, and the owner is motivated to sell and encouraging interested buyers to make a reasonable offer.
The seller is downsizing and is ready to move this tractor to its next owner. For someone looking for a usable vintage John Deere, an acreage tractor, a parade or show tractor, or another two-cylinder Deere to add to a collection, this Model 60 deserves consideration.
John Deere 60 for Sale — Now $6,499
The biggest change to this listing is the price.
Previous asking price: $7,499

Current asking price: $6,499

Price reduction: $1,000
The seller has indicated that the tractor must sell and is open to discussing reasonable offers.
That creates an opportunity for collectors, hobby farmers, acreage owners, and vintage equipment enthusiasts who may have been watching the market for a John Deere 60 but have been waiting for a more aggressive asking price.
Classic Two-Cylinder John Deere Design
The John Deere 60 belongs to the company's early numbered tractor series and replaced the long-running Model A. The row-crop Model 60 was produced during the 1950s and retained the large horizontal two-cylinder engine design that made vintage John Deere tractors so distinctive.
This particular tractor is reported to have a gasoline two-cylinder engine.
The Model 60 was designed as a practical farm tractor rather than simply a collectible machine. Its straightforward mechanical layout continues to appeal to owners who appreciate equipment from an era before computerized controls, complex electronics, and modern emissions systems.
For many buyers, that mechanical simplicity is part of the attraction. The tractor can provide the nostalgic appearance and sound collectors want while still offering practical PTO and hydraulic capability for appropriate light-duty work.
Gasoline Power and Gear-Drive Transmission
Manufacturer information for gasoline-equipped John Deere 60 tractors lists a 321-cubic-inch, approximately 5.3-liter, liquid-cooled two-cylinder gasoline engine operating at a relatively low rated engine speed.
Power was transmitted through a traditional six-forward, one-reverse unsynchronized gear transmission.
Nebraska testing of the gasoline Model 60 recorded approximately 35 horsepower at the drawbar and 40 horsepower at the belt, giving buyers a useful indication of the tractor's original performance class.
Those numbers should be viewed as historical manufacturer/test information rather than a statement of the present output of this individual tractor.
540 PTO and Live Hydraulics
The tractor is reported with a 540 RPM rear PTO and live hydraulics, two features that add meaningful usability beyond its collector appeal.
The PTO makes the Model 60 suitable for compatible vintage or appropriately sized PTO-driven equipment, while the hydraulic system adds flexibility for farm and property applications.
As with any tractor of this age, buyers should confirm PTO, hydraulic operation, pressures, connections, and compatibility with the specific implement they intend to operate.
Built for Traditional Row-Crop Farm Work
The John Deere 60 was designed during a period when tractors were expected to perform many jobs around the farm.
Potential uses today may include:

Light acreage and property work
Pulling wagons and trailers on private property
Operating compatible vintage farm implements
Light PTO applications
Hobby farming
Farm display use
Tractor parades
Antique tractor shows
Collection or preservation
Recreational vintage tractor ownership

Its suitability for any specific job will depend on the tractor's present mechanical condition, ballast, tires, implement requirements, terrain, and operator experience.
A Recognizable Piece of John Deere History
The Model 60 occupies an important spot in John Deere's transition from letter-series machines such as the Model A into the numbered tractors that followed.
That gives the 60 appeal beyond simple utility.
Collectors continue to recognize the tractor for its distinctive styling, two-cylinder engine sound, exposed mechanical character, and connection to mid-century American agriculture.
Unlike a tractor purchased strictly for modern production agriculture, a John Deere 60 can serve several purposes at once. It can be used for appropriate light-duty work, taken to a tractor show or parade, displayed as part of a collection, or simply enjoyed as a piece of vintage machinery.
Seller Is Downsizing
The owner has maintained the tractor and is now offering it for sale as part of downsizing.
The seller describes it as a well-kept tractor that has been a dependable unit. No detailed recent repair list, restoration documentation, or hour reading has been provided, so buyers should evaluate its current condition based on an inspection and direct discussion with the seller.
The reason for selling is not because a specific mechanical failure has been reported. The owner is simply ready to reduce equipment and wants the tractor sold.
Price Reduced — Seller Wants It Sold
At $6,499, the tractor is now priced $1,000 below its previous $7,499 asking price.
The seller is motivated.
Serious buyers are encouraged to make an offer.
For someone specifically searching for a used John Deere 60 tractor in Ohio, a vintage John Deere two-cylinder tractor, or a classic farm tractor that retains practical PTO and hydraulic capability, the recent price reduction makes this machine worth a closer look.
Buyer Information
The tractor is located in Millersburg, Ohio.
Trustworthy Equipment LLC is marketing this John Deere 60 on behalf of the owner and can help connect qualified buyers with the appropriate party for additional information.
Buyers are encouraged to inspect the tractor, verify the serial number, confirm the exact production year, review tire condition, test the PTO and hydraulics, and confirm any specifications important to their intended use before purchasing.
Financing assistance may be available to qualified buyers through independent financing providers.
Nationwide transportation assistance may also be available through independent shipping providers.
Current asking price: $6,499

Previously: $7,499

Seller is motivated — reasonable offers are encouraged.
Contact Trustworthy Equipment LLC for current availability, additional information, or help coordinating the next step.

Specs

The following specifications combine seller-provided information with commonly published manufacturer specifications for this model. Equipment may vary by serial number, production year, options, attachments, and configuration. Buyers should independently verify all specifications that are important to their purchase.
Manufacturer: John Deere
Model: 60
Equipment Type: Row-crop farm tractor
Production Series: 1952–1956
Exact Year of This Tractor: Not provided
Production Location: Waterloo, Iowa, USA
Drive: 2WD
Operator Station: Open station
Fuel: Gasoline
Hours: Not provided
Serial Number: Not provided
Location: Millersburg, Ohio
Current Price: $6,499
Previous Price: $7,499
Price Reduction: $1,000
Seller Type: Private owner
Condition: Used; seller describes tractor as well kept
Manufacturer specifications for the gasoline version commonly list:
Manufacturer: John Deere
Engine Type: Two-cylinder gasoline
Cooling: Liquid cooled
Displacement: Approximately 321 cu. in. / 5.3L
Cylinders: 2
Rated Engine Speed: Approximately 975 RPM
Fuel System: Carbureted
Air Cleaner: Oil-bath type
Starting System: Electric
Historical Nebraska-Test Maximum Belt Power: Approximately 40 HP on gasoline
Historical Nebraska-Test Maximum Drawbar Power: Approximately 35 HP on gasoline
Historical horsepower figures describe model testing and are not a dynamometer rating of this individual tractor.
Transmission Type: Unsynchronized manual gear
Forward Speeds: 6
Reverse Speeds: 1
Drive Configuration: 2WD
Clutch: Dry-disc design
Steering: Manual on many tractors; power steering was available on later production units
Brakes: Mechanical differential brakes
Exact options on this tractor should be confirmed.
Hydraulics: Live hydraulics reported by seller
Hydraulic System Type: Open-center design commonly listed for Model 60
Published Hydraulic Pump Flow: Approximately 8.9 GPM
Published Hydraulic Pressure: Approximately 930 PSI
Rear PTO: 540 RPM
PTO Configuration: Transmission PTO with independent PTO available depending on configuration
Hitch: John Deere hitch arrangements varied by equipment and configuration
Buyers should verify the exact PTO and hitch setup on this tractor.
Commonly published specifications for the row-crop Model 60 include:
Wheelbase: Approximately 90 inches
Published Weight Range: Approximately 5,300–5,800 lbs depending on configuration
Front Tire Reference Size: 6.00-16
Rear Tire Reference Size: 11-38
Actual weight and tire sizes may vary depending on wheels, tires, ballast, options, front-end configuration, and attachments.
Common manufacturer references list:
Gasoline Fuel Capacity: Approximately 20.5 gallons
Hydraulic System Capacity: Approximately 1.5 gallons
Actual usable capacities and configuration should be independently confirmed.
Open operator station
Traditional mechanical controls
Gear-drive transmission
Two-cylinder gasoline engine
Rear PTO
Hydraulic capability
Mechanical braking system
Vintage row-crop tractor layout
No additional attachments or implements were specifically reported as included in the sale.

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