It was 50 years ago in 1970 that the JD24 Skid Steer Loader was officially introduced. At the time of its launch, this skid steer featured four wheel drive, 37 HP, a multidisc transmission clutch on each wheel and a machine frame that could rotate 360 degrees - meaning small spaces and maneuverability were never a problem. This product gave customers the flexibility and capability to get more work done in a variety of landscape and construction operations
�The anniversary marks half a century of innovation and collaboration between John Deere and our customers,� said Gregg Zupancic, product marketing manager, John Deere Construction & Forestry. �We're excited to hit this milestone and showcase the model amongst numerous technological advances at CONEXPO-CON/AGG 2020. After all, our skid steer lineup wouldn't be what it is today without the customers and engineers who brought this machine to life 50 years ago.�
To celebrate 50 years - John Deere is commemorating the anniversary by displaying a restored version at CONEXPO-CON/AGG 2020 in Las Vegas, Nevada. In addition, any skid steers purchased between March 1 and December 31, 2020 will receive a special commemorative decal on their machine from John Deere.
The JD24 display can be seen at CONEXPO-CON/AGG 2020 between March 10 and 14 at Booth N12525.
*Disclaimer: Martin Deerline merged with Agland as of July 31, 2024, and is now known as Horizon Ag & Turf