This page provides a detailed comparison of the specifications for the John Deere 8230 and the Versatile 550.
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| Engine | ||
| Engine Manufacturer | John Deere | Cummins |
| Engine Model | 2240 | QSX15 |
| Engine Cooling Type | - | Liquid-cooled |
| Engine Fuel Type | - | Diesel |
| Engine Induction Type | Turbocharged | Turbocharged and air-to-air aftercooled |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 | 6 |
| Engine Displacement Value | 549 ci (9.0 L) | 912 ci (14.9 L) |
| Engine Rated Rpm | 2100 | 2100 |
| Engine Power Output Value | 245 hp (182.7 kW) | 550 hp (410.1 kW) |
| Transmission | ||
| Transmission Type | Powershift | Full power shift |
| Transmission Forward Gears | 16 | 16 |
| Transmission Reverse Gears | 4 | 4 |
| Dimensions | ||
| Operating Weight Value | - | 42000 lb (19051 kg) |
| Miscellaneous | ||
| Chassis | - | 4x4 articulated 4WD |
| Drive Type | - | 4WD |
| Front Tire Type | - | - |
| Rear Tire Type | - | - |
| Hitch Type | Three-Point Hitch | - |
| Hitch Category | Category 3 | IV |
| Hitch Position | Rear | Rear |
| Hitch Capacity Value | 12401 lb (5625 kg) | 55000 lb (24948 kg) |
| Hydraulic System Type | - | Closed center load sensing (CCLS) |
| Starter Type | - | Electric |
