John Deere 8520

Last Updated: September 2024

Overview

The John Deere 8520 is a powerful row crop tractor built from 2002 to 2005. It has a strong 6-cylinder diesel engine that makes 292.88 hp, which is very high compared to other tractors. The engine is turbocharged and liquid-cooled, helping it work hard in tough conditions. This tractor has a 4WD drive system and a full power shift transmission with 16 forward gears and 3 reverse gears, making it easy to find the right speed for any job.

The 8520 is big and heavy, weighing 23,975 lb. It has a three-point hitch at the back that can lift up to 17,897 lb, which is more than most other tractors can handle. The tractor has a closed center hydraulic system and a 1000 rpm PTO for running equipment. It comes with a comfortable cab for the driver and uses hydraulic wet disc brakes for safe stopping. The John Deere 8520 is a great choice for farmers who need a strong, reliable tractor for big fields and heavy work.
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Key Specifications

Category: Row Crop

Power Output: 293 hp (218.4 kW)

Transmission: Full power shift

Drive Type: 4WD

Operating Weight: 23975 lb (10875 kg)

Fuel Type: Diesel

John Deere 8520 vs. Similar Tractors

Power Output

The Power Output for the John Deere 8520 is Excellent. It is greater than 93% 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 8520 is Excellent. It is greater than 94% 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 8520 is Above Average. It is greater than 84% 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 8520 is Average. It is greater than 58% 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
John Deere
Cooling Type
Liquid-cooled
Cylinder Orientation
Inline
Fuel Type
Diesel
Induction Type
Turbocharged
Cylinders
6
Displacement
496 ci (8.1 L)
Bore
4.56 in (115.8 mm)
Stroke
5.06 in (128.5 mm)
Rated RPM
2200
Power Output
293 hp (218.4 kW)

Transmission

Type
Full power shift
Forward Gears
16
Reverse Gears
3

Drivetrain

Chassis
4x4 MFWD 4WD
Drive Type
4WD
Steering Type
Hydrostatic power
Brake Type
Hydraulic wet disc