This page provides a detailed comparison of the specifications for the John Deere 8230 and the Versatile 280.
| John Deere 8230 | Versatile 280 | |
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| Engine | ||
| Engine Manufacturer | John Deere | Cummins |
| Engine Model | 2240 | QSC |
| Engine Cooling Type | - | Liquid-cooled |
| Engine Fuel Type | - | Diesel |
| Engine Induction Type | Turbocharged | Turbocharged aftercooled |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 | 6 |
| Engine Displacement Value | 549 ci (9.0 L) | 506 ci (8.3 L) |
| Engine Rated Rpm | 2100 | 2200 |
| Engine Power Output Value | 245 hp (182.7 kW) | 280 hp (208.8 kW) |
| Transmission | ||
| Transmission Type | Powershift | Power shift |
| Transmission Forward Gears | 16 | 18 |
| Transmission Reverse Gears | 4 | 9 |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length Value | - | 200 |
| Operating Weight Value | - | 17700 lb (8029 kg) |
| Miscellaneous | ||
| Chassis | - | 4x2 2WD |
| Drive Type | - | 2WD |
| Front Tire Type | - | - |
| Rear Tire Type | - | - |
| Hitch Type | Three-Point Hitch | Three-Point Hitch |
| Hitch Category | Category 3 | Category 3 |
| Hitch Position | Rear | Rear |
| Hitch Capacity Value | 12401 lb (5625 kg) | - |
| Hydraulic System Type | - | Closed center load sensing |
