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John Deere 8R 230

John Deere 8R 230 tractor
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The John Deere 8R 230 is a row-crop tractor in the 8R Series produced from 2019 onward. It features a 9.0L 6-cylinder turbocharged diesel engine with Tier IV emissions, delivering 230 hp gross power and up to 253 hp maximum. The tractor offers multiple transmission options including 16-speed and 23-speed full power shift and an infinitely variable transmission. It is built in Waterloo, Iowa, USA, and was originally priced at $283,001 in 2020. The 8R 230 includes advanced hydraulics, a variety of hitch options, and a spacious cab with air-conditioning. It is designed for heavy-duty farming tasks with four-wheel drive and inboard planetary final drives.
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Power245 hp
Founded2006 - 2009
Model8R 230

Technical Specifications

Detailed specifications and technical data for John Deere 8R 230

Power

Engine (max):253 hp (188.7 kW)
PTO (claimed):182 hp (135.7 kW)
Engine (gross):230 hp (171.5 kW)

Engine

Type:turbocharged diesel
Model:John Deere 9.0L 6-cyl diesel
Cooling:liquid-cooled
Starter:electric
Cylinders:6-cylinder
Emissions:Tier IV
Fuel tank:192 gal (726.7 L)
Bore/Stroke:4.66x5.35 inches (118 x 136 mm)
Compression:16.0:1
Fuel system:electronic high-pressure common rail
Displacement:549 ci (9.0 L)
Starter volts:12
Exhaust fluid (DEF):9.8 gal (37.1 L)

Dimensions

Length:252.8 inches (642 cm)
Weight:27800 lbs (12610 kg) *Weight with IVT and ILS
Rear axle:4.33 by 118. inches (109 by 2997 mm), 4.72 by 100.4 inches (119 by 2550 mm), 4.72 by 118.5 inches (119 by 3009 mm)
Wheelbase:121.3 inches (308 cm), 120.1 inches (ILS axle) (305 cm)
Front tread:60 to 88 inches (152 to 223 cm), 60 to 144 inches (152 to 365 cm)
Height (cab):137.8 inches (350 cm) *Height with Group 49 tires, exclusive antennas and beacons.
Clearance (drawbar):15.2 inches (38 cm)
Standard tires (ag):Front: 420/90R30, Rear: 480/80R46
Clearance (rear axle):31.5 inches (80 cm)

Electrical

Ground:negative
Batteries:2
Battery CCA:925
Battery Group:31
Battery volts:12
Charging amps:250, 330 Optional
Charging system:alternator

Hydraulics

Type:closed-center pressure flow compensated
Pressure:2958 psi (204.0 bar)
SCV flow:35 gpm (rear) (132.5 lpm)
Pump flow:60 gpm (227.1 lpm), 84 gpm Optional (317.9 lpm)
Rear valves:4 to 6

Mechanical

Cab:standard with air-conditioning
Drive:Four-wheel drive
Final drives:inboard planetary
Power steering:Yes

Production

Type:Row-Crop tractor
Built in:Waterloo, Iowa, USA
Manufacturer:John Deere
Original price:$283,001 in 2020
Production years:2019 -

References

Operator's Manual:8R Tractors (OMRE593195) published in 2021

Transmission

Type:full power shift
Options:16-speed full power shift, 23-speed full power shift, infinitely variable transmission
16-speed full power shift:16 forward and 5 reverse
23-speed full power shift (e23):23 forward and 11 reverse
infinitely variable transmission:infinite forward and reverse

Tractor hitch

Control:electro-hydraulic draft sensing
Rear Type:III/IIIN, IVN/III Optional
Front Hitch:IIIN
Front lift (at ends):11464 lbs (5200 kg)
Rear lift (at 24"/610mm):15200 lbs (6894 kg), 18500 lbs Optional with 120mm rear axle (8391 kg), 20000 lbs Optional with 120mm rear axle (9072 kg)

Power Take-off (PTO)

Rear PTO:independent
Engine RPM:1000@2003, 1000E@1596
Rear PTO Type:1000 (1.75)

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