John Deere 8R 340

Last Updated: September 2024

Overview

The John Deere 8R 340 is a powerful row crop tractor built for serious farming. It has a strong 6-cylinder diesel engine that makes 346.2 hp. This engine is very big compared to most tractors, with 548 cubic inches of space inside. The tractor is heavy too, weighing 28,705 pounds, which is more than most other tractors.

This 8R 340 has four-wheel drive and a special transmission with 23 forward gears and 11 reverse gears. It can pull heavy loads with ease. The tractor has a comfortable cab for the driver and uses a hydrostatic steering system that's easy to control. It also has a good hydraulic system that can lift heavy equipment. The tractor is quite large, measuring 252.8 inches long and 137.8 inches tall. John Deere is known for making quality farm equipment, and this tractor shows why farmers trust the brand.

Key Specifications

Category: Row Crop

Power Output: 346 hp (258.2 kW)

Transmission: e23 Transmission, selective gear fixed ratio with full range operator controlled power shift

Drive Type: MFWD 4WD

Operating Weight: 28705 lb (13020 kg)

Fuel Type: Diesel

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John Deere 8R 340 Tractor

John Deere 8R 340 vs. Similar Tractors

Power Output

The Power Output for the John Deere 8R 340 is Excellent. It is greater than 96% 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 340 is Excellent. It is greater than 98% 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 340 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 8R 340 is Below Average. It is greater than 28% of similar Row Crop tractors in our database.

Engine rated RPM distribution of Row Crop tractors