John Deere

John Deere 8235R

The John Deere 8235R is a row-crop tractor produced from 2011 to 2013 as part of the 8R Series. It features a powerful 9.0L 6-cylinder diesel engine with dual turbochargers and advanced emission controls. The tractor offers multiple transmission options including a 16-speed full power shift and an infinitely variable transmission (IVT). It has robust hydraulic and hitch systems with increased lift capacities in 2012. The 8235R is built in Waterloo, Iowa, USA, and comes with a CommandView II cab with heating and air conditioning. It is designed for heavy-duty agricultural tasks with a variety of tire and dimension options to suit different farming needs.
Power235 hp
Founded2011 - 2013
Model8235R

Technical Specifications

Detailed specifications and technical data for John Deere 8235R

Power
Engine (max)259 hp (193.1 kW)
PTO (tested)235.14 hp (175.3 kW)
Engine (gross)235 hp (175.2 kW)
Drawbar (tested)180.59 hp (134.7 kW)
Rear PTO (claimed)192 hp (143.2 kW)
Front PTO (claimed)150 hp (111.9 kW)
Engine
Typedual turbochargers diesel
Coolingliquid-cooled inline
Starterelectric
Cylinders6-cylinder 24-valve
EmissionsInterim Tier IV, Stage IIIB
Fuel tank183.6 gal (694.9 L)
Rated RPM2100
Air cleanerdual stage
Bore/Stroke4.66x5.35 inches (118 x 136 mm)
Pre-heatingether (optional), block heater (optional)
Displacement548 ci (9.0 L)
Engine modelJohn Deere PowerTech PSX
Oil capacity26.4 qts (1300 axle) (25.0 L), 29.5 qts (1500/ILS axle) (27.9 L)
Starter volts12
Coolant capacity43.3 qts (41.0 L)
Emission controlexhaust gas recirculation (EGR)
Compression ratio16:1
Optional featuresIntelligent Power Management (IPM) provides a 35HP increase at rated speed
Oil change interval250 h, 500 h (JD Plus-50 II oil)
Rated Power (gross)235 hp (175.2 kW)
Maximum Power (gross)259 hp (193.1 kW), 280 hp (IPM) (208.8 kW)
Overview
NotesFor the 2012 model year the three-point hitch lift capacity on the John Deere 8235R was increased by several hundred pounds.
Series8R Series
Built inWaterloo, Iowa, USA
CategoryRow-Crop tractor
Original price$182,672 (2011)
Production years2011 - 2013
Electrical
Groundnegative
Batteries2
Battery CCA925
Battery volts12
Charging amps200
Charging systemalternator
Hydraulics
Typeclosed center pressure-flow compensated
Pressure2900 psi (200.0 bar)
Pump flow35 gpm (132.5 lpm)
Total flow44 gpm (166.5 lpm), 60 gpm (optional) (227.1 lpm)
Rear valves3 to 5
Mechanical
CabCommandView II cab standard with heat and air-conditioning
DriveTwo- or four-wheel drive
BrakesDifferential hydraulic wet disc brakes
Steeringhydrostatic power, ActiveCommand Steering optional (ACS)
Trailer brakeshydraulic and air optional
Differential lockhydraulic rear lock, front lock on 1500 and ILS front axles
Attachments
Loader843 Loader
Transmission
IVT
Typeinfinitely variable transmission (IVT)
Gearsinfinite forward and reverse
NotesIVT available with right- or left-hand reverser. Available with 50 km/h top speeds with ILS.
TransmissionJohn Deere AutoPowr
PowerShift
Typefull power shift
Gears16 forward and 4 reverse
NotesAutomatic PowerShift uses computer control to shift based on load up to the highest selected gear. Fifth reverse is optional through dealer re-programming.
TransmissionJohn Deere Automatic PowerShift
Transmission options16-speed full power shift, infinitely variable transmission (IVT)
Tractor hitch
Rear Type3/3N, 4N/3
Front Hitch3N/2 (optional)
Front lift (at ends)8,800 lbs (3991 kg), 11,450 lbs (5193 kg), 12,300 lbs (5579 kg)
Rear lift (at 24"/610mm)13,300 lbs (3/3N 2011) (6032 kg), 17,300 lbs (3/3N 2011) (7847 kg), 18,300 lbs (4N/3 2011) (8300 kg), 13,600 lbs (3/3N 2012) (6168 kg), 17,600 lbs (3/3N 2012) (7983 kg), 18,700 lbs (4N/3 2012) (8482 kg)
Dimensions & Tires
Width96 inches (axle) (243 cm), 118.5 inches (long axle) (300 cm), 137.3 inches (clearance lamps) (348 cm), 175.1 inches (extra-long lamps) (444 cm)
Length243.9 inches (619 cm), 258.3 inches (with front weights) (656 cm)
Rear tire480/80R46
Wheelbase126.7 inches (2WD) (321 cm), 120.1 inches (1300 MFWD) (305 cm), 118.9 inches (1500/ILS) (302 cm)
Front tire11.00-24 (2WD), 420/90R30 (4WD)
Height (cab)138.9 inches (352 cm)
Operating weight27,218 lbs (12346 kg), 30,252 lbs (ILS) (13722 kg)
Clearance (drawbar)12.6 inches (32 cm)
Clearance (rear axle)24.9 inches (63 cm)
Clearance (front axle)29.4 inches (2WD) (74 cm), 24.3 inches (1300) (61 cm), 23.5 inches (1500) (59 cm), 20.1 inches (ILS) (51 cm)
Power Take-off (PTO)
Rear PTOindependent
Rear PTO Type1000 (1-3/4), 1000 (1-3/8 optional), 540 (1-3/8 optional)