John Deere 8300

Last Updated: July 2024

Overview

The John Deere 8300 is a powerful row-crop tractor produced between 1995 and 1999. It features two engine options: a 7.6 L (466 ci) and an 8.1 L (495 ci) six-cylinder turbocharged diesel engine. The tractor delivers a maximum PTO power of 202.92 HP and offers a full powershift transmission with 16 forward and 4 reverse gears. It has a three-point hitch (Category III/IIIN) with a standard capacity of 11,700 lbs and an optional capacity of 15,650 lbs. The John Deere 8300 weighs 19,056 lbs unladen and features a CommandView Cab for operator comfort. Its fuel consumption at maximum power is 11.56 gal/hr, and it produces a maximum torque of 697-705 lb-ft at 1400 rpm, depending on the engine variant.

Key Specifications

Category: Row Crop

Power Output: 202.92 HP

Transmission: Full power shift

Drive Type: 2WD or 4WD

Operating Weight: 19056 lbs

Fuel Type: Diesel

John Deere 8300 vs. Similar Tractors

Power Output

Above Average

Greater than 73% of similar tractors.

Operating Weight

Excellent

Greater than 95% of similar tractors.

Technical Specifications

Engine

Manufacturer: John Deere
Model: 7.6 L and 8.1 L
Cooling Type: Liquid-cooled
Cylinder Orientation: Inline
Valve Configuration: -
Fuel Type: Diesel
Induction Type: Turbocharged
Cylinders: 6
Displacement (ci): 466 ci (7627 ml) and 495 ci (8120 ml)
Bore (in): 4.56 in
Stroke (in): 4.75 in (7.6 L) and 5.06 in (8.1 L)
Rated RPM: 2200
Power Output (hp): 202.92 HP

Transmission

Type: Full power shift
Forward Gears: 16
Reverse Gears: 4
Total Gears: -

Dimensions

Length (in): 206.3 in
Width (in): -
Height (in): 120.1 in
Operating Weight (lb): 19056 lbs

Power Take-Off (PTO)

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

Miscellaneous

Chassis: 4x2 2WD or 4x4 MFWD 4WD
Drive Type: 2WD or 4WD
Steering Type: Hydrostatic power
Coolant Capacity (qts): 28.8 US. qt
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: Three-Point Hitch
Hitch Category: III/IIIN
Hitch Position: Rear
Hitch Capacity (lb): Standard: 11,700 lbs; Optional: 15,650 lbs
Operator Station Type: CommandView Cab (standard)
Starter Type: Electric
Brake Type: Differential hydraulic wet disc
Hydraulic System Type: Closed center pressure-flow compensated (PFC)