John Deere

John Deere 8430T

The John Deere 8430T is an agricultural crawler tractor produced from 2006 to 2009 as part of the 8030 Series. It features a 9.0L 6-cylinder PowerTech diesel engine producing 335 hp, a 16-speed full power shift transmission, and is built in Waterloo, Iowa, USA. The tractor offers various track width options and advanced hydraulics, making it suitable for heavy-duty farming tasks.

Power305 hp

Founded2006 - 2009

Model8430T

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Technical Specifications

Detailed specifications and technical data for John Deere 8430T

Power

Engine	335 hp (249.8 kW)
PTO (tested)	298.2 hp (222.4 kW)
PTO (claimed)	255 hp (190.2 kW)
Drawbar (tested)	219.81 hp (163.9 kW)

Engine

Type	variable geometry turbo diesel
Model	John Deere PowerTech 6090HRW
Power	335 hp (249.8 kW)
Cooling	liquid-cooled inline
Idle RPM	900-2200
Cylinders	6-cylinder 24-valve
Rated RPM	2100
Air cleaner	dual paper elements
Bore/Stroke	4.661x5.354 inches (118 x 136 mm)
Compression	16.3:1
Displacement	548 ci (9.0 L)
Oil capacity	25.5 qts (24.1 L)
Operating RPM	1500-2100
Starter volts	12
Coolant capacity	42.3 qts (40.0 L)

Tracks

Width options	16 inches (40 cm), 18 inches (45 cm), 25 inches (63 cm), 30 inches (76 cm)

Capacity

Fuel	130 gal (492.1 L)
Hydraulic system	65 gal (246.0 L)

Dimensions

Length	207 inches (525 cm)
Wheelbase	89 inches (226 cm)
Height (cab)	122.9 inches (312 cm)
Operating weight	28,790 lbs (13059 kg)
Clearance (drawbar)	17.7 inches (44 cm)
Clearance (rear axle)	21.7 inches (55 cm)
Length with front weights	219.6 inches (557 cm)
Width (16-inch track/60-inch tread)	103.7 inches (263 cm)
Width (25-inch track/120-inch tread)	144 inches (365 cm)
Width (30-inch track/120-inch tread)	150 inches (381 cm)

Electrical

Ground	negative
Batteries	2
Battery CCA	925
Battery volts	12
Charging amps	200
Charging system	alternator

Hydraulics

Type	closed center pressure-flow compensated (PFC)
Valves	3 to 5
Capacity	65 gal (246.0 L)
Pressure	2900 psi (200.0 bar)
Pump flow	31.7 gpm (120.0 lpm)
Total flow	33.5 gpm (126.8 lpm)
Optional flow	42.5 gpm (160.9 lpm)

Mechanical

Cab	CommandView cab
Drive	crawler
Brakes	Wet disc brakes
Steering	electro-hydraulic

Production

Type	Agricultural Crawler tractor
Series	8030 Series
Built in	Waterloo, Iowa, USA
Years produced	2006 - 2009

Transmission

Type	full power shift
Gears	16 forward and 4 reverse
Model	John Deere PowerShift
Notes	Full power shift transmission operated with right-hand control lever. Transmission defaults to gear 7-forward and 2-reverse on startup, although this may be re-programmed. Automatic PowerShift (APS) enables automatic shifting to maintain engine load.
Clutch	hydraulic wet disc
Oil capacity	260 qts (246.1 L)

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