John Deere

John Deere 8560

The John Deere 8560 is a four-wheel drive (4WD) tractor from the 8060 Series produced between 1989 and 1993. It features a 7.6L 6-cylinder turbocharged diesel engine producing 235 hp, with options for 12-speed partially synchronized or 24-speed partial power shift transmissions. The tractor includes articulated power steering, hydraulic wet disc brakes, and a standard Sound-Gard Cab. It has a fuel capacity of 220 gallons and a hydraulic system capacity of 37 gallons. The rear hitch is category III with a lift capacity of 14,983 lbs. The tractor weighs approximately 32,075 lbs with dual tires and has a wheelbase of 133.9 inches.

Power235 hp

Founded1989 - 1993

Model8560

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Technical Specifications

Detailed specifications and technical data for John Deere 8560

Power

Engine power	235 hp (175.2 kW)
PTO (tested)	210.25 hp (156.8 kW)
PTO (claimed)	200 hp (149.1 kW)
Drawbar (tested)	180.74 hp (134.8 kW)

Engine

Type	turbocharged diesel
Power	235 hp (175.2 kW)
Cooling	liquid-cooled
Cylinders	6-cylinder
Rated RPM	2100
Air cleaner	dual paper elements
Bore/Stroke	4.5625x4.75 inches (116 x 121 mm)
Compression	16:1
Displacement	466 ci (7.6 L)
Firing order	1-5-3-6-2-4
Manufacturer	John Deere
Starter volts	12
Coolant capacity	58 qts (54.9 L)

Capacity

Fuel	220 gal (832.7 L)
Hydraulic system	37 gal (140.0 L)

Dimensions

Length	268.9 inches (683 cm)
Wheelbase	133.9 inches (340 cm)
Operating weight	32075 lbs (14549 kg) *Weight with 18.4R42 duals.

Electrical

Ground	negative
Batteries	2
Battery CCA	925
Battery volts	12
Charging amps	120
Charging system	alternator

Hydraulics

Type	closed-center pressure compensated
Capacity	37 gal (140.0 L)
SCV flow	33.3 gpm (126.0 lpm)
Pump flow	44.8 gpm (169.6 lpm)

Mechanical

Cab	Sound-Gard Cab standard
Drive	Four-wheel drive
Brakes	Hydraulic wet disc brakes
Steering	Articulated power steering

Production

Type	Four-wheel Drive (4WD) tractor
Series	8060 Series
Built in	Waterloo, Iowa, USA
Years produced	1989 - 1993

Transmission

Options	12-speed partially synchronized, 24-speed partial power shift
John Deere Syncro	Typepartially synchronized Gears12 forward and 3 reverse Clutchhydraulic wet disc DescriptionThree speeds (1-3) in four ranges (A-D). Synchronized shifting between speeds.
John Deere PowrSync	Typepartial power shift Gears24 forward and 6 reverse Clutchhydraulic wet disc DescriptionSix speeds (1-6) in four ranges (A-D). Power shift between speeds 1-2, 3-4, and 5-6. Synchronized shifting between other gears and ranges.