John Deere 8430

Last Updated: September 2024

Overview

The John Deere 8430 is a powerful row crop tractor built for serious farming. It has a strong 6-cylinder diesel engine that makes 289.26 hp, which is very high compared to other tractors. The engine is big too, with 548 cubic inches of space inside. This tractor is heavy, weighing 33,680 pounds, which helps it work well in tough fields.

The 8430 has a full power shift transmission with 16 forward gears and 4 reverse gears. This makes it easy to change speeds while working. It has four-wheel drive and power steering, so it can handle rough ground. The tractor has a three-point hitch in the back that can lift up to 17,719 pounds, which is more than most tractors can lift. It also has a 1000 rpm PTO for running equipment. The cab, called CommandView, gives the driver a good view and a comfortable place to work.

Key Specifications

Category: Row Crop

Power Output: 289 hp (215.7 kW)

Transmission: Full power shift

Drive Type: 4WD

Operating Weight: 33680 lb (15277 kg)

Fuel Type: Diesel

John Deere 8430 vs. Similar Tractors

Power Output

The Power Output for the John Deere 8430 is Excellent. It is greater than 92% 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 8430 is Excellent. It is greater than 99% 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 8430 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 8430 is Below Average. It is greater than 11% of similar Row Crop tractors in our database.

Engine rated RPM distribution of Row Crop tractors