John Deere

John Deere 8R 280

The John Deere 8R 280 is a row-crop tractor in the 8R Series produced from 2019 onward. It features a John Deere 9.0L 6-cylinder turbocharged diesel engine with Tier IV emissions, delivering 280 hp gross power and up to 308 hp maximum power. 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 $323,262 in 2020. The 8R 280 includes advanced hydraulics, a variety of hitch options, and a spacious cab with air-conditioning. It is designed for heavy-duty farm work with four-wheel drive and inboard planetary final drives.

Power280 hp

Founded2019 -

Model8R 280

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Technical Specifications

Detailed specifications and technical data for John Deere 8R 280

Power

Engine (max)	308 hp (229.7 kW)
PTO (claimed)	228 hp (170.0 kW)
Engine (gross)	280 hp (208.8 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 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
Series	8R Series
Built in	Waterloo, Iowa, USA
Manufacturer	John Deere
Original price	$323,262 in 2020
Production years	2019 -

References

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

Transmission

Type	full power shift
Type (IVT)	infinitely variable transmission
Type (e23)	full power shift
Gears (IVT)	infinite forward and reverse
Gears (e23)	23 forward and 11 reverse
Gears (16-speed)	16 forward and 5 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 Optional with 120mm rear axle (8391 kg), 20000 lbs Optional with 120mm rear axle (9072 kg)

Power Take-off (PTO)