John Deere 8R 230

Last Updated: September 2024

Overview

The John Deere 8R 230 is a powerful row crop tractor built for serious farming. It has a strong diesel engine with 6 cylinders that can produce up to 203.97 hp. This tractor is big and heavy, weighing 27,785 lb, which helps it work well in tough field conditions. It has a 4-wheel drive system that gives it excellent traction and control.

The 8R 230 comes with many useful features for farmers. It has a comfortable cab for the driver and a special hydraulic system that can lift heavy equipment. The tractor has 23 forward gears and 11 reverse gears, allowing the operator to choose the right speed for different tasks. It also has a rear hitch that can handle large implements. Compared to other tractors, the 8R 230 has a very high engine displacement and weight, and above average engine power. This makes it a strong choice for farmers who need a reliable and powerful machine for their large-scale farming operations.
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Key Specifications

Category: Row Crop

Power Output: 204 hp (152.1 kW)

Transmission: Selective gear fixed ratio with full range operator-controlled power shift

Drive Type: MFWD (Mechanical Front Wheel Drive) - 4WD

Operating Weight: 27785 lb (12603 kg)

Fuel Type: Diesel

John Deere 8R 230 vs. Similar Tractors

Power Output

The Power Output for the John Deere 8R 230 is Above Average. It is greater than 77% 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 8R 230 is Excellent. It is greater than 97% 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 8R 230 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)

Technical Specifications

Engine

Manufacturer
John Deere
Cooling Type
Liquid-cooled
Fuel Type
Diesel
Induction Type
Turbocharged
Cylinders
6
Displacement
548 ci (9.0 L)
Bore
4.66 in (118.4 mm)
Stroke
5.35 in (135.9 mm)
Power Output
204 hp (152.1 kW)

Transmission

Type
Selective gear fixed ratio with full range operator-controlled power shift
Forward Gears
23
Reverse Gears
11

Drivetrain

Chassis
4x4 MFWD 4WD
Drive Type
MFWD (Mechanical Front Wheel Drive) - 4WD
Steering Type
Hydrostatic