John Deere

John Deere 8R 250

The John Deere 8R 250 is a row-crop tractor produced from 2019 onward. It features a powerful 9.0L 6-cylinder turbocharged diesel engine with Tier IV emissions compliance, delivering 250 hp gross power and up to 275 hp maximum. The tractor offers multiple transmission options including 16-speed and 23-speed full power shift as well as an infinitely variable transmission. It is equipped with four-wheel drive, inboard planetary final drives, and a standard cab with air-conditioning. The 8R 250 has a wheelbase of approximately 121 inches, weighs about 27,800 lbs, and comes with standard agricultural tires sized 420/90R30 front and 480/80R46 rear. Hydraulics include a closed-center pressure flow compensated system with up to 84 gpm pump flow optional. The tractor features electro-hydraulic draft sensing rear hitch with lift capacities up to 20,000 lbs optional, and an independent rear PTO rated at 1000 rpm. Electrical system includes a 250 amp alternator with optional 330 amp, two 12-volt batteries with 925 CCA each. Originally priced at $299,109 in 2020, the 8R 250 is built in Waterloo, Iowa, USA.

Power250 hp

Founded2019 -

Model8R 250

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Technical Specifications

Detailed specifications and technical data for John Deere 8R 250

Power

Engine (max)	275 hp (205.1 kW)
PTO (claimed)	200 hp (149.1 kW)
Engine (gross)	250 hp (186.4 kW)

Tires

Standard tires (ag)	Front: 420/90R30, Rear: 480/80R46

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)
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 (317.9 lpm) Optional
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	$299,109 in 2020
Production years	2019 -

Transmission

IVT	infinite forward and reverse
Type	full power shift
Gears	16 forward and 5 reverse
e23 Transmission	23 forward and 11 reverse
Transmission options	16-speed full power shift, 23-speed full power shift, infinitely variable transmission

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 (8391 kg) Optional with 120mm rear axle, 20000 lbs (9072 kg) Optional with 120mm rear axle

Power Take-off (PTO)