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John Deere 8870

John Deere 8870 tractor
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The John Deere 8870 is a four-wheel drive (4WD) tractor produced from 1993 to 1996 as part of the 8070 Series. Built in Waterloo, Iowa, USA, it features a powerful 10.1L 6-cylinder turbocharged aftercooled diesel engine delivering 350 hp gross power. The tractor offers multiple transmission options including 12-speed partially synchronized, 24-speed two-speed power shift, and 12-speed full power shift. It is equipped with hydrostatic power steering, hydraulic wet disc brakes, and a Sound-Gard cab as standard. The 8870 has a fuel capacity of 220 gallons and a hydraulic system capacity of 38 gallons. Its dimensions include a 134-inch wheelbase and an operating weight up to 35,130 lbs. The tractor supports various tire sizes for both front and rear and features a rear PTO with optional independent operation. It is designed for heavy-duty farm work with a rear lift capacity of 14,980 lbs and advanced hydraulic controls.
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Power350 hp
Founded1993 - 1996
Model8870

Technical Specifications

Detailed specifications and technical data for John Deere 8870

Power

PTO (tested):302.75 hp (225.8 kW)
PTO (claimed):300 hp (223.7 kW)
Engine (gross):350 hp (261.0 kW)
Drawbar (tested):280.34 hp (209.0 kW)

Tires

Ag rear:24.5R-32, 30.5-32, 18.4R-38, 20.8R-38, 710/70R38, 18.4R-42, 20.8R-42, 18.4R-46
Ag front:24.5R-32, 30.5-32, 18.4R-38, 20.8R-38, 710/70R38, 18.4R-42, 20.8R-42, 18.4R-46

Engine

Type:turbocharged aftercooled diesel
Cooling:liquid-cooled
Cylinders:6-cylinder
Rated RPM:2100
Air cleaner:dual paper elements with aspirator
Bore/Stroke:5.12x5.00 inches (130 x 127 mm)
Compression:15.75:1
Displacement:619 ci (10.1 L)
Manufacturer:John Deere
Oil capacity:33.8 qts (32.0 L)
Power (gross):350 hp (261.0 kW)
Starter volts:12
Coolant capacity:58 qts (54.9 L)

Capacity

Fuel:220 gal (832.7 L)
Hydraulic system:38 gal (143.8 L)

Dimensions

Length:268.9 inches (683 cm)
Rear axle:3.937 by 120 inches (99 by 3048 mm), 4.331 by 128 inches (110 by 3251 mm)
Wheelbase:134 inches (340 cm)
Front axle:3.937 by 120 inches (99 by 3048 mm), 4.331 by 128 inches (110 by 3251 mm)
Shipping weight:31,438 lbs (14260 kg)
Operating weight:35,130 lbs (15934 kg)

Electrical

Ground:negative
Batteries:2
Battery CCA:925
Battery volts:12

Hydraulics

Type:closed center pressure compensated
Capacity:38 gal (143.8 L)
Pressure:2530 psi (174.4 bar)
SCV flow:33.3 gpm (126.0 lpm)
Pump flow:44.8 gpm (169.6 lpm)
Rear valves:3 to 5

Mechanical

Cab:Sound-Gard cab standard.
Drive:Four-wheel drive
Brakes:Hydraulic wet discs brakes
Steering:hydrostatic power
Final drives:inboard planetary

Production

Type:Four-wheel Drive (4WD) tractor
Series:8070 Series
Built in:Waterloo, Iowa, USA
Original price:$126,538 (1996)
Years produced:1993 - 1996

Transmission

Syncro

Type:partially synchronized
Gears:12 forward and 3 reverse
Notes:Three synchronized gears (1-3) in four ranges (A-D).
Clutch:PermaClutch hydraulic wet disc

PowrSync

Type:two-speed power shift
Gears:24 forward and 6 reverse
Notes:Six gears (1-6) in four ranges (A-D). Power shift between gear pairs 1/2, 3/4, and 5/6. Synchronized shifting between other gears and ranges.
Clutch:hydraulic wet disc

Power Shift

Type:full power shift
Gears:12 forward and 2 reverse
Clutch:hydraulic wet disc
Transmission options:12-speed partially synchronized, 24-speed two-speed power shift, 12-speed full power shift

Tractor hitch

Control:draft sensing
Rear Type:3 (optional)
Rear lift:14,980 lbs (6794 kg)

Serial Numbers

1993:1001
1994:1881
1995:2895
1996:5001
Serial Number Location:Left side of tractor hinge.

Power Take-off (PTO)

Clutch:hydraulic wet disc
Rear PTO:independent (optional)
Rear PTO Type:1000 (1.75)