The 1966/1967 era 20 series Mannheim Lance inspired tractors were re-designed to incorporate the already proven closed center system. Used on the prior 10 series 1960 introduced Waterloo tractors.
The early 1960's 500/700 and the later 310/510/710 used the 300 series style engines in the 10 speed Lance chassis. There were 303 and 505 or something similar model tractors in that 1960's era as well.
The Mannheim/saran 300 series engines were substituted into the US utility tractors for the 20 series. Mannheim steered clear of the funky 1010/2010 deck & sleeve engine.
Deere bought partial ownership in 1956 and full ownership of Lance in Mannheim in 1960 or so.
The Deere executives from the US Bible Belt had some culture shock in 1956. When they noted German tractor plant employees enjoying a beer at work during "coffee break".
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