John Deere 7230R

Last Updated: July 2024

Overview

The John Deere 7230R is a powerful row-crop tractor equipped with a 6-cylinder, 414 cubic inch PowerTech PSX diesel engine featuring dual turbochargers, air-to-air aftercooler, and DEF exhaust treatment. It offers a choice of transmissions, including a 23-speed partial powershift, full powershift, or an Infinitely Variable Transmission (IVT). The engine delivers up to 227.56 hp of maximum power and 732 lb-ft of peak torque. The tractor has a robust 4WD chassis with hydrostatic power steering and hydraulic wet disc brakes. It features independent 540/1000 rpm PTOs and a closed-center, direct-drive hydraulic system with high pump delivery rates. The 7230R is equipped with large agricultural tires and has an operating weight of 22,860 lbs, making it suitable for heavy-duty tasks. Additional features include detailed fuel consumption and efficiency data, as well as a Quick Attach Category III hitch.

Key Specifications

Category: Row Crop

Power Output: 198.79 hp (PTO Output at Rated Engine Speed); 223.09 hp (PTO Output at Standard PTO Speed); 227.56 hp (Maximum Power for 1 hour)

Transmission: Partial power shift / Full power shift / Infinitely variable transmission (IVT)

Drive Type: 4WD

Operating Weight: 22860 lbs

Fuel Type: Diesel

John Deere 7230R vs. Similar Tractors

Power Output

Excellent

Greater than 99% of similar tractors.

Hitch Capacity

Above Average

Greater than 81% of similar tractors.

Operating Weight

Excellent

Greater than 97% of similar tractors.

Technical Specifications

Engine

Manufacturer: John Deere
Model: PowerTech PSX (Serial No. PE6068U000894)
Cooling Type: Liquid-cooled
Cylinder Orientation: Inline
Valve Configuration: 24-valve
Fuel Type: Diesel
Induction Type: Dual turbocharged, air to air aftercooler and D.E.F. exhaust treatment
Cylinders: 6
Displacement (ci): 414 ci
Bore (in): 4.19 in
Stroke (in): 5.00 in
Rated RPM: 2100
Power Output (hp): 198.79 hp (PTO Output at Rated Engine Speed); 223.09 hp (PTO Output at Standard PTO Speed); 227.56 hp (Maximum Power for 1 hour)

Transmission

Type: Partial power shift / Full power shift / Infinitely variable transmission (IVT)
Forward Gears: 23
Reverse Gears: Electronically limited
Total Gears: -

Dimensions

Length (in): 216.9 in (for model TS)
Width (in): -
Height (in): 132 in (cab height)
Operating Weight (lb): 22860 lbs

Power Take-Off (PTO)

PTO Type: Independent
PTO Speed 1 (rpm): 540 (at 1958 engine rpm)
PTO Speed 2 (rpm): 1000 (at 1950 engine rpm)
PTO Speed 3 (rpm): -

Miscellaneous

Chassis: 4x4 MFWD 4WD
Drive Type: 4WD
Steering Type: hydrostatic power
Coolant Capacity (qts): 41.7 qts
Front Tire Diameter (in): -
Front Tire Width (in): -
Rear Tire Diameter (in): -
Rear Tire Width (in): -
Front/Rear Rim Diameter (in): -
Tire Type: Rear Tires: Four 480/80R46;***;12(85); Front Tires: Two 420/90R30;***;15(105)
Manufacture - End Year: Ongoing (Test results from 2014)
Hitch Type: Quick Attach
Hitch Category: III
Hitch Position: Rear
Hitch Capacity (lb): 23464 lbs
Operator Station Type: Cab
Starter Type: Electric
Brake Type: Wet multiple disc hydraulically operated by foot pedals
Hydraulic System Type: Closed center, direct engine drive

Test Results

Nebraska Tractor Test Laboratory - Test Date: May 1-15, 2012

Maximum Power and Fuel Consumption

Maximum Power (1 hour): 225.07 HP (167.83 kW) at 1701 rpm
Fuel Consumption at Maximum Power: 12.03 Gal/hr (45.54 l/h) with a fuel efficiency of 0.376 lb/hp.hr (0.229 kg/kW.h)
Standard PTO Power: 216.63 HP (161.54 kW) at 1950 rpm
Maximum Power at Rated Engine Speed (2100 rpm): 193.37 HP (144.19 kW)

Drawbar Performance

Maximum Drawbar Power: 179.34 HP (133.73 kW) at 2100 rpm in 7th (B3) Gear
Drawbar Pull at Maximum Power: 12959 lbs (57.64 kN)
Fuel Consumption at Maximum Power: 0.447 lb/hp.hr (0.272 kg/kW.h) with a fuel efficiency of 15.73 Hp.hr/gal (3.10 kW.h/l)
Speed at Maximum Pull: 5.19 mph (8.35 km/h)

Torque and Engine Performance

Maximum Torque: 724 lb.-ft. (982 Nm) at 1601 rpm
Torque Rise: 49.6% with a power increase at 1701 rpm of 16.4%

Hydraulic Performance

Maximum Force Exerted Through Whole Range: 15324 lbs (68.2 kN) (2 x 100 mm)
Pump Delivery Rate at Minimum Pressure and Rated Engine Speed (85 cc pump): 62.4 GPM (236.2 l/min)
Hydraulic Power at Maximum Delivery Pressure (85 cc pump): 91.4 HP (68.1 kW) at 2542 psi (175 bar)

Overall Efficiency

Fuel Efficiency at Standard PTO Speed (1000 rpm): 18.08 Hp.hr/gal (3.56 kW.h/l)
Fuel Consumption at Rated Engine Speed: 11.18 Gal/hr (42.34 l/h)

NTTL.(2012).Nebraska OECD Tractor test 2022 for John Deere 7230R Diesel. Lincoln, NE:Nebraska Tractor Test Laboratory. Retrieved from https://digitalcommons.unl.edu/tractormuseumlit/2428