Vaughan Smith
New Zealand radio broadcaster, self-confessed ‘Wanna Be Tradie’, and all-round nice guy.
“If you’re worried about not being able to use the machine, you’re looking at a guy with all the gear and no idea and look what I did here.”
Join Vaughan as he puts our 4044R compact utility tractor to the test on his property north-west of Auckland.
You’ll love seeing the versatility of what the 4044R can achieve for your rural property.
Oh, did we mention the cute animals?
Follow us to see how else Vaughan is using the 4044R for his DIY projects.
Take a look at the 4044R Compact Utility Tractor.
The 4044R is specially designed to make your life easier! With our easy eHydro™ transmission, Twin Touch™ foot controls allow you to effortlessly switch between forwards and backwards, no clutch needed. Standard Hitch Assist makes the rear hitch faster to use and safer. The three function self-levelling Loader gives you complete versatility, and the standard air ride seat keeps you comfortable and productive all day long.
Features
- Attractive styling provides improved visibility and comfort
- Powerful Yanmar® diesel engine delivers plenty of power under heavy loads
- Maximise productivity with an eHydro™ transmission
- Operator station is comfortable and convenient
- Hitch assist and auxiliary 3-point hitch control for easy implement hookup
- Save fuel, reduce noise, and increase engine life with the economy power take-off (PTO)
- Excellent serviceability reduces operational costs and improves productivity
Rural Lifestyle Equipment
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Compact Tractors
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Whatever the size of the equipment you’re riding or the land you’re riding it on, you’ll always receive a warm welcome at your local John Deere dealership. There you’ll be met by a friendly team who’ll remove any stress or worry and help find the right solution for your needs. So, drop in and say hi. We’ll roll out the green carpet for you.