The John Deere 8010 is a four-wheel drive (4WD) tractor built in 1960 by John Deere in Waterloo, Iowa, USA. It was powered by a Detroit Diesel 7.0L 6-cylinder diesel engine producing 215 hp (160.3 kW). Only 100 units were built. Due to transmission issues, the 8010s were returned to the factory and converted into 8020s, with one 8010 surviving in the Keller collection. It featured a 9-speed gear transmission, planetary final drives, articulated power steering, pneumatic drum brakes, and an open operator station. The tractor had a fuel capacity of 106 gallons and a hydraulic system capacity of 25 gallons. Dimensions included a 120-inch wheelbase, 238-inch length, and a weight of 19,700 lbs. Tires were sized 23.1-26 for agricultural use and 18.00x25 for industrial use. The electrical system used a 24-volt generator charging system.
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Detailed specifications and technical data for John Deere 8010
Power
Engine:215 hp (160.3 kW)
Drawbar (claimed):150 hp (111.9 kW)
Tires
Ag rear:23.1-26
Ag front:23.1-26
Industrial rear:18.00x25
Industrial front:18.00x25
Engine
Type:diesel
Model:Detroit Diesel 6-71
Power:215 hp (160.3 kW)
Cooling:liquid-cooled inline
Starter:electric
Cylinders:6-cylinder
Rated RPM:2100
Bore/Stroke:4.25x5.00 inches (108 x 127 mm)
Compression:17:1
Displacement:425 ci (7.0 L)
Oil capacity:18 qts (17.0 L)
Starter volts:24
Coolant capacity:48 qts (45.4 L)
Capacity
Fuel:106 gal (401.2 L)
Hydraulic system:25 gal (94.6 L)
Dimensions
Width:96 inches (243 cm)
Length:238 inches (604 cm)
Weight:19700 lbs (8935 kg)
Wheelbase:120 inches (304 cm)
Ballasted weight:26350 lbs (11952 kg)
Height (exhaust):112.5 inches (285 cm)
Height (steering wheel):99 inches (251 cm)
Electrical
Charging volts:24
Charging system:generator
Hydraulics
Capacity:25 gal (94.6 L)
Pump flow:40 gpm (151.4 lpm)
Optional pump flow:60 gpm (227.1 lpm)
Mechanical
Drive:Four-wheel drive
Brakes:Pneumatic drum brakes
Steering:Articulated power steering
Final drives:planetary
Operator station:Open operator station
Production
Type:Four-wheel Drive (4WD) tractor
Notes:Due to transmission issues, the John Deere 8010s were returned to the factory and converted into 8020s. One 8010 escaped the recall and is currently in the Keller collection.