John Deere 8260R

Last Updated: July 2024

Overview

The John Deere 8260R is a powerful row-crop tractor that continues John Deere's legacy of reliable and durable agricultural machines. Manufactured in the USA between 2011 and 2013, it features a robust six-cylinder, dual turbocharged diesel engine with a displacement of 548 cubic inches, designed to provide a high output of 231.82 horsepower at a rated speed of 2099 RPM. With an operating weight of 25,310 pounds, this model was built to perform in various agricultural tasks with efficiency and precision. The tractor comes equipped with a 16-speed full power shift transmission, hydrostatic power steering, differential hydraulic wet disc brakes, and a choice of hitch systems. Its advanced hydraulic system and independent PTO ensure versatility when operating a variety of implements. The spacious CommandView II cab provides comfort and convenience to the operator during long working hours.
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Key Specifications

Category: Row Crop

Power Output: 231.82

Transmission: Selective gear fixed ratio with full range operator controlled power shift

Drive Type: MFWD 4WD

Operating Weight: 25310

Fuel Type: Diesel

John Deere 8260R vs. Similar Tractors

Power Output
Above Average
Greater than 83% of similar tractors.
Hitch Capacity
Above Average
Greater than 78% of similar tractors.
Operating Weight
Above Average
Greater than 80% of similar tractors.

Technical Specifications

Engine

Manufacturer
John Deere
Model
PowerTech PSX
Cooling Type
Liquid-cooled
Cylinder Orientation
Inline
Valve Configuration
-
Fuel Type
Diesel
Induction Type
Two turbochargers with air-to-air aftercooler
Cylinders
6
Displacement (ci)
548
Bore (in)
4.65
Stroke (in)
5.35
Rated RPM
2099
Power Output (hp)
231.82

Transmission

Type
Selective gear fixed ratio with full range operator controlled power shift
Forward Gears
16
Reverse Gears
4
Total Gears
20

Dimensions

Length (in)
243.9
Width (in)
96
Height (in)
138.9
Operating Weight (lb)
25310

Power Take-Off (PTO)

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

Miscellaneous

Chassis
4x4 MFWD 4WD
Drive Type
MFWD 4WD
Steering Type
Hydrostatic power
Coolant Capacity (qts)
43.3
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
2013
Hitch Type
Three-Point Hitch / Drawbar
Hitch Category
Category 3
Hitch Position
Rear
Hitch Capacity (lb)
14191
Operator Station Type
Cab
Starter Type
Electric
Brake Type
Differential hydraulic wet disc
Hydraulic System Type
Closed center pressure-flow compensated (PFC)

Test Results

Nebraska Tractor Test Laboratory - Test Date: October 10 to October 13, 2011

Maximum Power and Fuel Consumption

  • Maximum Power at Rated Engine Speed: 231.82 HP (172.87 kW) at 2099 rpm
  • Fuel Consumption at Rated Engine Speed: 13.12 Gal/hr (49.67 l/h) with a fuel efficiency of 0.396 lb/hp.hr (0.241 kg/kW.h)
  • Maximum Torque: 842 lb.-ft. (1142 Nm) at 1550 rpm

Drawbar Performance

  • Maximum Power in 8th Gear: 202.71 HP (151.16 kW) with a drawbar pull of 15766 lbs (70.13 kN) and a speed of 4.82 mph (7.76 km/h)
  • Fuel Consumption at Maximum Power, 8th Gear: 15.33 Hp.hr/gal (3.02 kW.h/l)

Torque and Engine Performance

  • Torque Rise: 45.1%
  • Torque Rise at 1699 Engine RPM: 39%
  • Power Increase at 1750 RPM: 13.3%

Hydraulic Performance

  • Maximum Force Exerted (Category III): 14191 lbs (63.1 kN)
  • Pump Delivery Rate at Minimum Pressure and Rated Engine Speed: 63.6 GPM (240.8 l/min)
  • Hydraulic Power: 91.1 HP (67.9 kW) at a delivery pressure of 2468 psi (170 bar)

Overall Efficiency

  • Fuel Efficiency at Standard PTO Speed (1000 rpm): 18.27 Hp.hr/gal (3.60 kW.h/l)
  • Fuel Consumption during Active Exhaust Filter Cleanings: 0.04 Gal/hr (0.15 l/hr)

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