B1516R
Shutter control knob (earlier style) for John Deere A, B, D and G
Original part (OEM)
Not checked yet
PorkForge replacement
Not made yet
Part facts
- Original part number
- B1516RR1
- Manufacturer
- John Deere
- Part type
- Knobs · Control knobs and handles
- System
- Operator controls
- Material
- cast metal~1
- Notes
- Hand knob for the shutter control on John Deere A, B and G tractors in the serial ranges below, and on the D from serial 143800. The only listing found was a used knob with handles at $50.00, already sold out; the seller mentions rust pitting or a casting flaw, so the original is probably cast metal. John Deere's parts store has no page for this number. Later A and B tractors use handle B2540R instead.
- Last reviewed
- Oct 27, 2026 · record pf-jd-0001
Dimensions How to measure this part
Fits these machines
| Model | Years | Notes | Evidence |
|---|---|---|---|
| John Deere A | Not recorded | — | Reported 1 |
| John Deere B | Not recorded | — | Reported 1 |
| John Deere D | Not recorded | Seller lists 143800 and up. | Reported 1 |
| John Deere G | Not recorded | — | Reported 1 |
Where to find one today
| Source | Condition | Price | Stock | Checked |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vintage John Deere Parts 1 | Used | $50.00 | Out of stock | Oct 27, 2026 |
Why it is hard to get
- No longer available: Not listed on John Deere's parts store: the product URL for B1516R returned HTTP 404 on 2026-10-27. This points to NLA but no dealer has confirmed it. 2
- High used price: A single used knob was listed at $50.00 and was sold out on 2026-10-27. That is a high price for a small control knob. 1
Can this part be made again?
EligiblePhysical replacement
An operator control knob: not safety-critical, structural, hot or fuel-related under the brief's rules. The original appears to be cast metal, so a printed copy would need a metal insert or a set-screw boss, and it must be strength-tested. Size is inferred from the part type, not measured.
Candidate materials: PETG, PLA (confirmed by test-fitting).
EligibleSTL / FreeCAD file
Can be offered as a printable file and an editable FreeCAD model once the measurements are verified.
Sources
- Vintage John Deere Parts: B1516R shutter control knob for A, B, D, G
- shop.deere.com product page for B1516R (returned HTTP 404 Not Found)
Not affiliated with or endorsed by John Deere or its successors. The name is used only to identify compatibility. Part numbers are shown for reference. Check fit against your own machine. Spot a mistake?
Verification checklist (4 of 8 met)
- ✕ OEM part number not yet verified from an OEM or dealer source
- ✓ Cited by two websites, or by an OEM or dealer source
- ✓ At least one compatible model with a source
- ✕ 2 kinds of fact beyond the name (material, aftermarket prices); 3 needed
- ✕ Original availability not yet checked
- ✓ Text and title are distinct
- ✓ No editorial hold
- ✕ Not yet reviewed and signed off for search
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