This page provides a detailed comparison of the specifications for the John Deere 8R 230 and the John Deere 8R 280.
| John Deere 8R 230 | John Deere 8R 280 | |
|---|---|---|
| Images | ||
|
|
||
| Engine | ||
| Engine Manufacturer | John Deere | John Deere |
| Engine Cooling Type | Liquid-cooled | Liquid-cooled |
| Engine Fuel Type | Diesel | No. 2 Diesel |
| Engine Induction Type | Turbocharged | Turbocharged |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 | 6 |
| Engine Displacement Value | 548 ci (9.0 L) | 548 ci (9.0 L) |
| Engine Rated Rpm | - | 2100 |
| Engine Power Output Value | 204 hp (152.1 kW) | 254 hp (189.2 kW) |
| Transmission | ||
| Transmission Type | Selective gear fixed ratio with full range operator-controlled power shift | e23 Transmission |
| Transmission Forward Gears | 23 | 23 |
| Transmission Reverse Gears | 11 | 11 |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length Value | 252.8 | 252.8 |
| Operating Weight Value | 27785 lb (12603 kg) | 27455 lb (12453 kg) |
| Miscellaneous | ||
| Chassis | 4x4 MFWD 4WD | 4x4 MFWD 4WD |
| Drive Type | MFWD (Mechanical Front Wheel Drive) - 4WD | 4WD |
| Hitch Type | III/IIIN | Three-Point Hitch |
| Hitch Category | Category 3 | III/IIIN |
| Hitch Position | Rear | Rear |
| Hydraulic System Type | Closed center pressure flow compensated | Closed-center pressure flow compensated |
| Operator Station Type | Cab | Cab |
| Starter Type | Electric | Electric |
