John Deere 8100

Last Updated: June 2024

Overview

The John Deere 8100 is a large row-crop tractor that was a part of the 8000 series. Manufactured by John Deere in Waterloo, Iowa, USA, from 1995 to 1999, it came with the option of 2WD (4x2) or 4WD (4x4 MFWD), and it featured a turbocharged diesel engine with a displacement of either 466.0 cu in or 495.9 cu in. The engine produced 160 horsepower at 2200 RPM. This model was well-equipped for heavy-duty farming tasks and came with a range of advanced features for its time, including hydrostatic power steering, electro-hydraulic differential lock, and a CommandView Cab for operator convenience. The John Deere 8100 was designed to work efficienciently with a 16-speed full power shift transmission and capacities for heavy lifting on the hitch system. It was appreciated for its robust performance and reliability in various agricultural applications.

Key Specifications

Category: Row Crop

Power Output: 160

Transmission: Full power shift with hydraulic wet disc clutch

Drive Type: 2WD and 4WD options available

Operating Weight: 16435 to 18914

Fuel Type: Diesel

John Deere 8100 vs. Similar Tractors

Power Output

Average

Greater than 59% of similar tractors.

Operating Weight

Excellent

Greater than 95% of similar tractors.

Technical Specifications

Engine

Manufacturer: John Deere
Model: -
Cooling Type: Liquid
Cylinder Orientation: Inline
Valve Configuration: -
Fuel Type: Diesel
Induction Type: Turbocharged
Cylinders: 6
Displacement (ci): 466.0 and 495.9 options available
Bore (in): 4.57
Stroke (in): 4.76 and 5.08
Rated RPM: 2200
Power Output (hp): 160

Transmission

Type: Full power shift with hydraulic wet disc clutch
Forward Gears: 16
Reverse Gears: 4
Total Gears: -

Dimensions

Length (in): 206.5
Width (in): -
Height (in): 120.2
Operating Weight (lb): 16435 to 18914

Power Take-Off (PTO)

PTO Type: Independent
PTO Speed 1 (rpm): 1000
PTO Speed 2 (rpm): 540/1000
PTO Speed 3 (rpm): -

Miscellaneous

Chassis: 4x2 2WD or 4x4 MFWD 4WD
Drive Type: 2WD and 4WD options available
Steering Type: Hydrostatic power
Coolant Capacity (qts): 28.8 and 30 options available
Front Tire Diameter (in): -
Front Tire Width (in): -
Rear Tire Diameter (in): -
Rear Tire Width (in): -
Front/Rear Rim Diameter (in): -
Tire Type: Ag
Manufacture - End Year: 1999
Hitch Type: -
Hitch Category: III/IIIN
Hitch Position: -
Hitch Capacity (lb): 10,401 lbs - Optional: 14,165 lbs
Operator Station Type: CommandView Cab
Starter Type: Electric
Brake Type: Differential hydraulic wet disc
Hydraulic System Type: Closed center pressure-flow compensated (PFC)