John Deere 8430 250 PTO hp - PST

Last Updated: September 2024

Overview

The John Deere 8430 is a powerful tractor designed for big farm jobs. It has a strong engine made by John Deere that puts out 305 horsepower. This engine has 6 cylinders and uses a turbocharger to boost its power. The tractor can run at 2100 rpm, which is good for heavy work.

This tractor has a Powershift transmission with 16 forward gears and 4 reverse gears. This means the driver can easily change speeds for different tasks. The 8430 has a Category 3 hitch that can lift up to 15,200.9 pounds, which is great for heavy farm equipment. It also has a PTO (power take-off) that runs at 1000 rpm, useful for powering other farm tools. The tractor has big tires, with 420/85R34 in front and 480/80R50 in back, helping it move well in fields. It can hold 180 gallons of fuel, so it can work for a long time without stopping.
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Key Specifications

Power Output: 305 hp (227.4 kW)

Transmission: Powershift

John Deere 8430 250 PTO hp - PST vs. Similar Tractors

Power Output

The Power Output for the John Deere 8430 250 PTO hp - PST is Excellent. It is greater than 95% of similar Utility tractors in our database.

Horsepower distribution of Utility tractors

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Engine Displacement

The Engine Displacement for the John Deere 8430 250 PTO hp - PST is Excellent. It is greater than 94% of similar Utility tractors in our database.

Engine displacement distribution of Utility tractors

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Engine Rated RPM

The Engine Rated RPM for the John Deere 8430 250 PTO hp - PST is Below Average. It is greater than 18% of similar Utility tractors in our database.

Engine rated RPM distribution of Utility tractors

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Technical Specifications

Engine

Manufacturer
John Deere
Induction Type
turbocharged, air-to-air aftercooled
Cylinders
6
Displacement
549 ci (9.0 L)
Rated RPM
2100
Power Output
305 hp (227.4 kW)

Transmission

Type
Powershift
Forward Gears
16
Reverse Gears
4