This page provides a detailed comparison of the specifications for the John Deere 8870 and the John Deere 9430.
| John Deere 8870 | John Deere 9430 | |
|---|---|---|
| Images | ||
| Engine | ||
| Engine Manufacturer | John Deere | John Deere |
| Engine Model | - | PowerTech Plus |
| Engine Cooling Type | Liquid-cooled | Liquid-cooled |
| Engine Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Engine Induction Type | Turbocharged aftercooled | Turbocharged aftercooled |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 | 6 |
| Engine Displacement Value | 619 ci (10.1 L) | 827 ci (13.5 L) |
| Engine Rated Rpm | 2100 | 2100 |
| Engine Power Output Value | 350 hp (261.0 kW) | 425 hp (316.9 kW) |
| Transmission | ||
| Transmission Type | Powersync Diesel 12 and 24 Speeds | Partial power shift |
| Transmission Forward Gears | 24 | 24 |
| Transmission Reverse Gears | 12 | 6 |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length Value | 268.9 | 270 |
| Width Value | - | 118.6 |
| Operating Weight Value | 35130 lb (15935 kg) | 38600 lb (17509 kg) |
| Miscellaneous | ||
| Chassis | 4x4 articulated 4WD | 4x4 articulated 4WD |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Front Tire Type | - | - |
| Rear Tire Type | - | - |
| Hitch Type | 3-point hitch | - |
| Hitch Category | Category 3 | IVN/III |
| Hitch Position | Rear | - |
| Hitch Capacity Value | 14980 lb (6795 kg) | 15300 lb (6940 kg) |
| Hydraulic System Type | Closed center pressure compensated | Closed-center pressure and flow compensating |
| Operator Station Type | Sound-Gard cab (standard) | CommandView Cab (standard) |
| Starter Type | Electric | Electric |
