John Deere 7250R

Last Updated: July 2024

Overview

The John Deere 7250R is a high-horsepower row-crop tractor designed for modern farming operations. It features a powerful John Deere turbocharged 6-cylinder, 24-valve diesel engine with dual turbochargers and a displacement of 414 cubic inches. The engine is rated at 214.51 hp at 2100 rpm, with a maximum power output of 241.94 hp at 1751 rpm. The innovative engine technology includes stage IIIB emissions regulations compliance, with selective catalytic reduction and cooled exhaust gas recirculation. It is equipped with an advanced full power shift transmission with 23 forward and 11 reverse gears (discrepancy with test results). With a 4x4 MFWD 4WD chassis and hydrostatic power steering, this tractor provides excellent traction and handling across various terrains. The operating weight is 23,575 lbs, and dimensions include a length of 217 inches and a cab height of 132 inches. Rear tires are Four 480/80R46, and front tires are Two 420/90R30. Tread widths range from 60.0" to 128.9" (rear) and 60.0" to 88.0" (front), with a wheelbase of 115.2 inches. The hydraulic system offers extensive performance data, including pump delivery rates, pressures, and configurations. Maintaining peak performance is facilitated by the included maintenance features, promoting longevity and durability within demanding agricultural tasks.

Key Specifications

Category: Row Crop

Power Output: 241.94 hp (maximum power); 214.51 hp (rated power)

Transmission: full power shift

Drive Type: 4WD

Operating Weight: 23575

Fuel Type: diesel

John Deere 7250R vs. Similar Tractors

Power Output

Excellent

Greater than 98% of similar tractors.

Operating Weight

Above Average

Greater than 78% of similar tractors.

Technical Specifications

Engine

Manufacturer: John Deere
Model: -
Cooling Type: liquid-cooled
Cylinder Orientation: inline
Valve Configuration: 24-valve
Fuel Type: diesel
Induction Type: turbocharged (dual turbochargers)
Cylinders: 6
Displacement (ci): 414
Bore (in): 4.19
Stroke (in): 5.00
Rated RPM: 2100
Power Output (hp): 241.94 hp (maximum power); 214.51 hp (rated power)

Transmission

Type: full power shift
Forward Gears: 23
Reverse Gears: 11 (discrepancy with test results)
Total Gears: -

Dimensions

Length (in): 217
Width (in): -
Height (in): 132
Operating Weight (lb): 23575

Power Take-Off (PTO)

PTO Type: -
PTO Speed 1 (rpm): -
PTO Speed 2 (rpm): -
PTO Speed 3 (rpm): -

Miscellaneous

Chassis: 4x4 MFWD 4WD
Drive Type: 4WD
Steering Type: hydrostatic power
Coolant Capacity (qts): 47 (unverified)
Front Tire Diameter (in): -
Front Tire Width (in): -
Rear Tire Diameter (in): -
Rear Tire Width (in): -
Front/Rear Rim Diameter (in): -
Tire Type: -
Manufacture - End Year: -
Hitch Type: III/IIIN
Hitch Category: Category 3
Hitch Position: Rear
Hitch Capacity (lb): -
Operator Station Type: -
Starter Type: electric
Brake Type: -
Hydraulic System Type: closed center pressure-flow compensated

Test Results

Nebraska Tractor Test Laboratory - Test Date: April 24 - 30, 2014

Maximum Power and Fuel Consumption

Maximum Power at Rated Engine Speed: 241.94 HP (180.41 kW) at 1751 rpm
Fuel Consumption at Maximum Power: 13.27 Gal/hr (50.22 l/h) with a fuel efficiency of 0.384 lb/hp.hr (0.234 kg/kW.h)
DEF Consumption at Maximum Power: 0.39 Gal/hr (1.46 l/h)

Drawbar Performance

Power at Rated Engine Speed (9th Gear): 191.17 HP (142.56 kW) with a drawbar pull of 16856 lbs (74.98 kN) and a speed of 4.26 mph (6.85 km/h)
Fuel Consumption at Rated Speed: 0.444 lb/hp.hr (0.270 kg/kW.h) with a fuel efficiency of 15.76 Hp.hr/gal (3.10 kW.h/l)

Torque and Engine Performance

Maximum Torque: 777 lb.-ft. (1054 Nm) at 1500 rpm
Torque Rise: 44.9% with a power increase at 1751 rpm of 12.8%

Hydraulic Performance

Maximum Force Exerted: 18302 lbs (81.4 kN) at hitch points
Pump Delivery Rate: 58.5 GPM (221.4 l/min) at minimum pressure and rated engine speed
Hydraulic Power: 94.3 HP (70.3 kW) at delivery pressure of 2773 psi (191 bar)

Overall Efficiency

Fuel Efficiency at Standard PTO Speed (1000 rpm): 17.92 Hp.hr/gal (3.53 kW.h/l)
Fuel Consumption: 13.18 Gal/hr (49.91 l/h) at 1950 rpm

NTTL.(2014). Nebraska OECD Tractor test 2085 for John Deere 7250R Diesel. Lincoln, NE: Nebraska Tractor Test Laboratory. Retrieved from https://digitalcommons.unl.edu/tractormuseumlit/2524