John Deere 8270R

Last Updated: September 2024

Overview

The John Deere 8270R is a powerful row crop tractor built for serious farming. It has a strong 6-cylinder diesel engine that makes 256.80 hp. This engine is very big compared to other tractors, which means it can handle tough jobs easily. The tractor has a special transmission with 16 forward gears and 4 reverse gears, giving the driver lots of control.

This tractor is big and heavy, weighing 23,670 lb. It has four-wheel drive, which helps it move well in different field conditions. The John Deere 8270R has a good hydraulic system that can lift heavy equipment. It also has a three-point hitch at the back for attaching tools. The tractor's PTO (power take-off) can run at 1000 rpm, which is great for powering other farm equipment. With its mix of power and features, this John Deere tractor is a solid choice for farmers who need a strong, reliable machine for their fields.
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Key Specifications

Category: Row Crop

Power Output: 257 hp (191.5 kW)

Transmission: Selective gear fixed ratio, full power shift

Drive Type: MFWD 4WD

Operating Weight: 23670 lb (10737 kg)

Fuel Type: Diesel

John Deere 8270R vs. Similar Tractors

Power Output

The Power Output for the John Deere 8270R is Above Average. It is greater than 89% of similar Row Crop tractors in our database.

Horsepower distribution of Row Crop tractors

(across 1.1K+ tractors in our database)

Operating Weight

The Operating Weight for the John Deere 8270R is Excellent. It is greater than 92% of similar Row Crop tractors in our database.

Operating weight distribution of Row Crop tractors

(across 1.3K+ tractors in our database)

Engine Displacement

The Engine Displacement for the John Deere 8270R is Excellent. It is greater than 97% of similar Row Crop tractors in our database.

Engine displacement distribution of Row Crop tractors

(across 1K+ tractors in our database)

Engine Rated RPM

The Engine Rated RPM for the John Deere 8270R is Poor. It is greater than 9% of similar Row Crop tractors in our database.

Engine rated RPM distribution of Row Crop tractors

(across 1K+ tractors in our database)

Technical Specifications

Engine

Manufacturer
John Deere
Model
PowerTech PSS
Cooling Type
Liquid-cooled
Cylinder Orientation
Inline
Valve Configuration
24-valve
Fuel Type
Diesel
Induction Type
Turbocharged aftercooled
Cylinders
6
Displacement
548 ci (9.0 L)
Bore
4.66 in (118.4 mm)
Stroke
5.35 in (136.0 mm)
Rated RPM
1749
Power Output
257 hp (191.5 kW)
Tested Power Output
257 hp (191.5 kW)

Transmission

Type
Selective gear fixed ratio, full power shift
Forward Gears
16
Reverse Gears
4
Options
Individual speeds for 16 forward gears and 4 reverse gears

Drivetrain

Chassis
4x4 MFWD 4WD
Drive Type
MFWD 4WD
Steering Type
Hydrostatic power
Brake Type
Wet multiple disc, hydraulically operated