John Deere

John Deere 8530

The John Deere 8530 is a row-crop tractor produced from 2006 to 2009 as part of the 8030 Series. It was built in Waterloo, Iowa, USA. It features a 9.0L 6-cylinder John Deere PowerTech diesel engine with a variable geometry turbocharger, delivering a gross rated power of 330 hp and a maximum of 360 hp. The tractor uses a John Deere Infinitely Variable Transmission (IVT) with infinite forward and reverse speeds and offers a maximum speed of 40 or 50 kph. It has a wheelbase of 118.9 inches, length of 219.1 inches, and height of 122.9 inches, with an operating weight of 26,800 lbs with dual tires. The hydraulic system is a closed center pressure-flow compensating type with a capacity of up to 14.5 gallons including the auxiliary reservoir. The rear hitch is IVN/III type with a lift capacity of 18,326 lbs at 24 inches. The PTO is independent with 1000 rpm standard and optional 540/1000 rpm. Electrical system includes a 12-volt negative ground with two batteries and a 200 amp alternator. The tractor is part of a series including models 8345R, 8430, and 8520.

Power330 hp

Founded2006 - 2009

Model8530

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Technical Specifications

Detailed specifications and technical data for John Deere 8530

Power

Engine (max)	360 hp (268.5 kW)
PTO (tested)	312.73 hp (233.2 kW)
PTO (claimed)	275 hp (205.1 kW)
Engine (gross)	330 hp (246.1 kW)
Drawbar (tested)	240.35 hp (179.2 kW)

Engine

Type	variable geometry turbocharger diesel
Model	John Deere PowerTech
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	29.5 qts (27.9 L)
Operating RPM	1500-2100
Starter volts	12
Coolant capacity	42.3 qts (40.0 L)
Rated Power (gross)	330 hp (246.1 kW)
Maximum Power (gross)	360 hp (268.5 kW)

Capacity

Fuel	180 gal (681.3 L)
Hydraulic system	9.5 gal (36.0 L)
Hydraulic system with aux reservoir	14.5 gal (54.9 L)

Dimensions

Height	122.9 inches (312 cm)
Length	219.1 inches (556 cm)
Wheelbase	118.9 inches (302 cm)
Ground clearance	17.4 inches (44 cm)
Operating weight	26,800 lbs (duals) (12156 kg)

Electrical

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

Hydraulics

Type	closed center pressure-flow compensating PFC
Valves	3 to 5
Capacity	9.5 gal (36.0 L)
Pressure	2990 psi (206.2 bar)
Pump flow	31.7 gpm (120.0 lpm)
Total flow	60 gpm (227.1 lpm)
Capacity with aux reservoir	14.5 gal (54.9 L)

Mechanical

Cab	CommandView cab standard.
Drive	4x4 Independent Link Suspension MFWD 4WD (ILS)
Brakes	Hydraulic wet disc brakes

Production

Type	Row-Crop tractor
Series	8030 Series
Built in	Waterloo, Iowa, USA
Years produced	2006 - 2009

Transmission

Type	John Deere Infinitely Variable Transmission (IVT)
Gears	infinite forward and reverse
Notes	IVT available with 40 or 50 kph (25 or 31 mph) maximum speed. With maximum speed set to less than 2 kph the transmission automatically enters creeper mode.

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