John Deere

John Deere 8870

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.
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 rear24.5R-32, 30.5-32, 18.4R-38, 20.8R-38, 710/70R38, 18.4R-42, 20.8R-42, 18.4R-46
Ag front24.5R-32, 30.5-32, 18.4R-38, 20.8R-38, 710/70R38, 18.4R-42, 20.8R-42, 18.4R-46
Engine
Typeturbocharged aftercooled diesel
Coolingliquid-cooled
Cylinders6-cylinder
Rated RPM2100
Air cleanerdual paper elements with aspirator
Bore/Stroke5.12x5.00 inches (130 x 127 mm)
Compression15.75:1
Displacement619 ci (10.1 L)
ManufacturerJohn Deere
Oil capacity33.8 qts (32.0 L)
Power (gross)350 hp (261.0 kW)
Starter volts12
Coolant capacity58 qts (54.9 L)
Capacity
Fuel220 gal (832.7 L)
Hydraulic system38 gal (143.8 L)
Dimensions
Length268.9 inches (683 cm)
Rear axle3.937 by 120 inches (99 by 3048 mm), 4.331 by 128 inches (110 by 3251 mm)
Wheelbase134 inches (340 cm)
Front axle3.937 by 120 inches (99 by 3048 mm), 4.331 by 128 inches (110 by 3251 mm)
Shipping weight31,438 lbs (14260 kg)
Operating weight35,130 lbs (15934 kg)
Electrical
Groundnegative
Batteries2
Battery CCA925
Battery volts12
Hydraulics
Typeclosed center pressure compensated
Capacity38 gal (143.8 L)
Pressure2530 psi (174.4 bar)
SCV flow33.3 gpm (126.0 lpm)
Pump flow44.8 gpm (169.6 lpm)
Rear valves3 to 5
Mechanical
CabSound-Gard cab standard.
DriveFour-wheel drive
BrakesHydraulic wet discs brakes
Steeringhydrostatic power
Final drivesinboard planetary
Production
TypeFour-wheel Drive (4WD) tractor
Series8070 Series
Built inWaterloo, Iowa, USA
Original price$126,538 (1996)
Years produced1993 - 1996
Transmission
Syncro
Typepartially synchronized
Gears12 forward and 3 reverse
NotesThree synchronized gears (1-3) in four ranges (A-D).
ClutchPermaClutch hydraulic wet disc
PowrSync
Typetwo-speed power shift
Gears24 forward and 6 reverse
NotesSix 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.
Clutchhydraulic wet disc
Power Shift
Typefull power shift
Gears12 forward and 2 reverse
Clutchhydraulic wet disc
Transmission options12-speed partially synchronized, 24-speed two-speed power shift, 12-speed full power shift
Tractor hitch
Controldraft sensing
Rear Type3 (optional)
Rear lift14,980 lbs (6794 kg)
Serial Numbers
19931001
19941881
19952895
19965001
Serial Number LocationLeft side of tractor hinge.
Power Take-off (PTO)
Clutchhydraulic wet disc
Rear PTOindependent (optional)
Rear PTO Type1000 (1.75)