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John Deere 8300

The John Deere 8300 is a row-crop tractor produced from 1995 to 1999 as part of the 8000/8000T Series. It was built in Waterloo, Iowa, USA. It features a John Deere 7.6L 6-cylinder turbocharged diesel engine with 200 hp claimed PTO power and tested PTO power of 224.92 hp. The tractor has a 16-speed full power shift transmission and offers two- or four-wheel drive options. It includes advanced mechanical features such as inboard planetary final drives, electro-hydraulic differential lock, and CommandView Cab with optional Row-Trak guidance. The tractor has a fuel capacity of 135 gallons and a hydraulic system capacity of 37 gallons. Dimensions include a 2WD wheelbase of 122.8 inches and a length of 206.5 inches. The 8300 supports a rear hitch lift capacity of 11700 lbs with optional 15650 lbs. Electrical system includes a 140 amp alternator and two 12-volt batteries. The model is part of a series including the 8200, 8310, 8400, and the predecessor 4960.
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Power222 hp[P]
Founded1995 - 1999
Model8300

Technical Specifications

Detailed specifications and technical data for John Deere 8300

Power

PTO (tested):224.92 hp (167.7 kW)
PTO (claimed):200 hp (149.1 kW)
Drawbar (tested):179.60 hp (133.9 kW)

Engine

Type:turbocharged diesel
Model:John Deere 7.6L 6-cyl diesel
Cooling:liquid-cooled
Cylinders:6-cylinder
Rated RPM:2200
Bore/Stroke:4.5625x4.75 inches (116 x 121 mm)
Displacement:466 ci (7.6 L)
Firing order:1-5-3-6-2-4
Oil capacity:22.7 qts (21.5 L)
Starter volts:12
Coolant capacity:28.8 qts (27.3 L)
Compression ratio:15.1:1

Weight

Ballasted:26230 lbs (11897 kg)
Operating:19422 lbs (8809 kg)
2WD Shipping:17030 lbs (7724 kg)
4WD Shipping:18523 lbs (8402 kg)

Capacity

Fuel:135 gal (511.0 L)
Front hubs:3.2 qts (each) (3.0 L)
Front diff.:11.5 qts (10.9 L)
Hydraulic system:37 gal (140.0 L)

Electrical

Ground:negative
Batteries:2
Battery CCA:925
Battery volts:12
Charging amps:140
Charging system:alternator

Hydraulics

Type:closed center pressure-flow compensated (PFC)
Valves:3 to 5
Capacity:37 gal (140.0 L)
Pressure:2900 psi (200.0 bar)
SCV flow:30 gpm (113.6 lpm)

Mechanical

Cab:CommandView Cab standard. Row-Trak guidance optional.
Drive:Two- or four-wheel drive
Brakes:Differential hydraulic wet disc brakes
Final drives:inboard planetary
Power steering:yes
Differential lock:electro-hydraulic

Production

Type:Row-Crop tractor
Series:8000/8000T Series
Built in:Waterloo, Iowa, USA
Years produced:1995 - 1999

Transmission

Type:full power shift
Gears:16 forward and 4 reverse
Model:John Deere PowerShift
Clutch:hydraulic wet disc
Oil capacity:148 qts (140.1 L)

Tractor hitch

Control:electro-hydraulic draft sensing
Rear Type:III/IIIN
Rear lift:11700 lbs (5307 kg)
Optional rear lift:15650 lbs (7098 kg)

Serial Numbers

1995:1001
1996:5001
1997:10001
1998:20001
1999:24001
Serial number location:Serial number plate on the rear of the tractor, above the PTO shaft.

Dimensions & Tires

Height:120.2 inches (305 cm)
Length:206.5 inches (524 cm)
Rear axle:4.331 by 118.5 inches (110 by 3010 mm)
2WD Wheelbase:122.8 inches (311 cm)
4WD Wheelbase:116.1 inches (294 cm)
Optional tires:Front: 14.9R34. Rear: 18.4R46
2WD Front tread:60 to 84 inches (152 to 213 cm)
4WD Front tread:60 to 88 inches (152 to 223 cm)
Ground clearance:23.2 inches (58 cm)
2WD Standard tires (ag):Front: 11.00-24. Rear: 18.4R46

Power Take-off (PTO)

Clutch:hydraulic wet disc
Rear PTO:independent
Engine RPM:540@1930, 1000@2200
Rear PTO Type:1000 (1.75)
Optional PTO speeds:1000 (1.375), 540 (1.375)

Related Models

John Deere 8310

Model:8310

John Deere 8200

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John Deere 8400

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John Deere 4960

Model:4960