The 146 loader was designed for 4 cylinder utility tractors ( 2020, 2030, 2440, 2630 etc) with straight front axles. Too much loader for 3 cylinder tractors with swept back front axles. 148 loader has similar capacity as the 146 but is designed for row crop tractors.

What year is my John Deere serial number?

Identify the letter and numbers in positions nine through 12 in a 17-symbol VIN. In order, these identify the security code, calender year of manufacture, transmission code, and wheel or track designation. The calender year of manufacture will be denoted by an A for 2010, B for 2011 and so on.