The BI
Made from 1936 thru 1941
183 built

See more pictures of BIs, here.

See a listing of some BI serial numbers, here.

The BI was based on the BR (standard tread), these are the differences...
  • Heavier rear axle and housings
  • Different rear axle bearings
  • Rear axle housing designed for drum brakes and machined to mount intergral equipment
  • Different front end support, drilled and machined to mount equipment
  • Front axle moved 5 1/4 inches back, increased manuverability, and more clearance for equipment
  • Shorter airstack-like the BO (orchard)
  • Heavier and shorter drawbar
  • Fenders and Platform modified to accomodate hand-operated wheel brakes
  • More comfortable, padded seat-with different mounting


Accessories for the BI...(AM/FM radio not included)
  • AA1150R Side power take off
  • AA1200R Automatic coupler
  • AA1202R Pintle hook
  • AB913R Front push plate
  • AB914R Push plate extensions
  • AB1000R Rear exhaust
  • AB1126R Cab
  • Electric Start and lights (From late 1939 onward)
  • Modified Row Crop Lift, for use with Snowplow
Specifications of the BI-(taken from "John Deere Tractors and Equipment, Volume One")

Date= 5/38
Capacity in Plows= 2 (14")
Tranmission Speeds (MPH)
1= 2
2= 3 1/4
3= 6 1/4
4= 9 3/4
Reverse= 3 1/2
Clyinders= 2
Bore= 4 1/4 inches
Stroke= 5 1/4 inches
RPM= 1150
Fuel= Kerosene
Fuel Tank Capacity (U.S. Gallons)
Main= 10
Auxiliary (otherwise known as the Gasoline or "starting" tank)= 1
Cooling Capacity= 5 1/2 (U.S. Gallons)
Standard Wheel Size (inches)
Front= 5.50x16
Rear= 9.00x28
Dimensions (inches)
Length= 115
Width=53 3/4
Height= 51 3/4
Weight= 3620 pounds