Top John Deere Toys for 1 to 8 year old's

Every little boy and girl needs to have a John Deere toy at some point in their early years.

Most young children love to have a toy they can ride on and tow something behind it. There's nothing quite like being able to play and pretend you are driving a tractor to pick-up or to drop-off materials.

John Deere toys have long been a long-time favorite among boys and girls of all ages. Their team of creators have done an excellent job combining fun with learning. John Deere offers everything from children's first farm sets to realistic ride-on tractors.

The toys have been designed to feature sound, lights, removable and attachable parts. All of the John Deere toy collection pieces are constructed of high grade materials for durability and safety.

Take a look at the extensive list of the most popular John Deere toys for 2011/2012.

*John Deere Tractor with Bale Mover: This push toy features a removable front bale mover and duals. The outside wheels are removed by the simple lock and twist method.

This tractor bale mover measures 10.2 inches x 6 inches x 5.5 inches and is designed for children 5 to 8 years of age. The average price for this tractor is $18.

*John Deere Flashlight by Learning Curve: This tractor flashlight is activated by an easy squeeze trigger that also activates realistic engine sounds.

The flashlight features an automatic shut-off and is designed for children 18 months and older. It can be purchased for right around $15.

*John Deere/My 1st Collectible 20 Piece Farm Set by Learning Curve: This 20 piece farm set offers a miniature barn with seven farm animals.

The farm set includes an attachable trailer, durable plastic wheels and is made of 100% die-cast steel. You can find this toy set for around $20.

*John Deere Animal Sounds Hay Ride by Learning Curve: This John Deere toy plays the song "Old McDonald", makes animal sounds when each toy farm animal is placed in it's proper seat and is designed for children 18 months to 5 years old. The cost for the hay ride play set is right around $20.

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This cool and realistic John Deere Pedal Tractor features a thresher that little kids are sure to appreciate.

The grain header and augers are kid-friendly designed and totally safe.

This pedal tractor has been designed for children ages two to eight years old. Only minor assembly is required.

This John Deere Pedal Tractor is one of the most popular ride-on toys and has always been a dealer exclusive.

The tractor is made of durable steel and includes authentic graphics. It's been designed for children three to eight years of age and has a weight limit of 150 pounds.

*John Deer Tractor with Loader by Learning Curve: This 1:64 scale tractor comes with a front loader, has a rear hitch and is made of die-cast steel. The tractor also features 2 piece wheels and tires and measures 4 inches x 1.50 inches x 1.75 inches.

The model number for this tractor is 7430. It's designed for children over 3 years old and can be purchased for $10.

*John Deere Tow-n-Go Hauler Set: This tow tractor has a hop and pop action along with mechanical sounds. The Tow-n-Go is a 4-wheel drive and features an attachable flat bed hauler. It's designed for children 3 years and older and can be purchased for around $15.

*John Deere/My 1st Collectible 4-Pack by Learning Curve: This is a 4 character pack collection made of die-cast material. the Collectible 4-pack has been designed for children 36 months to 5 years old and can be purchased for around $25.

*John Deere Deluxe Vehicle Value Set: This deluxe vehicle measures 8 inches and features a loader and backhoe that raises and lowers. The front loader and bale backhoe are also removable. The deluxe set consists of two pieces and is designed for children 3 years old and up. It can be purchased for around $35.

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*John Deere Log Skidder with Duals by Learning Curve: This 1:50 scale log skidder features a fully functional front blade and rear grappling claw and 8 dual wheels.

It's made from 100% die-cast and is designed for children 5 to 8 years old. It can be purchased for $25.

*John Deere 200D Excavator: This 1:16 scale tractor features lights and sounds, an opening door, 2 piece wheel and tires and offers a fully functioning boom arm and bucket.

The Excavator operates on three double A batteries which are included. It's been designed for children 3 years and up and can be purchased for around $70.

*John Deere Gator: This John Deere Gator features a functioning dump box and opening end gate. It's been designed for children 36 months to 5 years old and can be purchased for $25.

*John Deere Gator HPX by Peg Perego: This Gator HPX features an adjustable seat, cup holders, rechargeable 12-volt battery and charger, working tail gate and bed, 3-position accelerator, big 12-inch wheels, electrical brakes for quick stops, reverse mode, removable seats, and enclosed wiring and operational parts. This Gator's got it all!

The John Deere Gator HPX offers two speeds of 2.5 and 4.5 MPH. It's easy to assemble and weighs 77 pounds. The HPX measures 47 inches x 24 inches x 36 inches.

The model number for this particular item is IG0D0049. It operates on two double A batteries which are included. The cost is right around $430.

*John Deere Ground Force Tractor with Trailer by Peg Perego: This Ground Force Tractor features an FM functioning radio, detachable trailer, adjustable seat, flip-up arm rests, 2 speeds plus reverse of 2.5 and 4.5 MPH, second gear lock-out for beginners and operates on a 12-volt battery and charger.

The John Deere Ground Force Tractor holds up to 85 pounds and measures 25 inches x 20 inches x 40 inches. The model number for this specific tractor is: IG0R0539. The tractor and trailer has been designed for children 24 months to 7 years old and can be purchased for around $230.

This is a great toy to teach your youngster 9 to 15 months old about animal sounds.

Each of the four farm animals are removable from their individual compartments.

The Animal Sounds Hayride teaches children how to match the correct farm animal to the sound it makes. Under each of the farm animals is a small button and a picture of the animal.

When you're child pushes the button they hear the sound each animal makes. When they push the button on the farmer the song "Old MacDonald" plays.

This is a great learning toy that keeps youngsters busy for long periods of time. It can be purchased for around $25.

This John Deere Wheel Barrow weighs 14 pounds and measures 31" x 16.25" x 4.5". The steel wheel tubing makes it stable when parked and the rubber tires make it easy for children to push.

The wheel barrow is decorated in the John Deere yellow and green colors and logo and sells for around $50.

This John Deere trimmer does not require any batteries for your youngster to help in the yard.

The motor is powdered up by pulling on a retractable cord. When its in use the inside of the trimmer moves and shakes around and sounds and feels like the one mom and dad uses.

Kids love this trimmer which can be purchased for around $20.