High Horsepower 8 Series

John Deere High Horse Power 8 Series

Faster, smarter, stronger.

The John Deere 8 Series High-Horse Power tractors have built a powerful legacy. And it's stronger, larger and more capable than ever.

Harness up to 634 HP while enjoying the maneuverability of a row-crop tractor. Effortlessly pull wider and heavier implements. Peak Power Intelligent Power Management (IPM) maintains your tractor's target speed by unlocking up to 40 HP at the top of the power curve.

Enjoy the ride. With enhanced visibility and in-cab comfort, you'll have the power of the latest precision technologies at your fingertips.

8 Series High-Horse Power Models

Model

Engine kW (HP)

Wheel/Track

Transmission Choices

Suspension

Hydraulics

8R 440

Rated: 324 hp (440 kW)

Max: 385 hp (524 kW)*

Wheel

e23™ 23F/11R Powershift Transmission with Efficiency Manager or Electric Variable Transmission (EVT) with optional CommandPRO control

Adjustable cab suspension and adjustable seat

Closed-centre, pressure/flow compensated system with load sensing with 5 standard SCV (4 or 6 available); hydraulic flow up to 110 gpm (418.2 lpm)

8R 490

Rated: 360 hp (490 kW)

Max: 426 hp (579 kW)*

Wheel

e23™ 23F/11R Powershift Transmission with Efficiency Manager or Electric Variable Transmission (EVT) with optional CommandPRO control

Adjustable cab suspension and adjustable seat

Closed-centre, pressure/flow compensated system with load sensing with 5 standard SCV (4 or 6 available); hydraulic flow up to 110 gpm (418.2 lpm)

8R 540

Rated: 397 hp (540kW)

Max: 466 hp (634 kW)*

Wheel

e23™ 23F/11R Powershift Transmission with Efficiency Manager or Electric Variable Transmission (EVT) with optional CommandPRO control

Adjustable cab suspension and adjustable seat

Closed-centre, pressure/flow compensated system with load sensing with 5 standard SCV (4 or 6 available); hydraulic flow up to 110 gpm (418.2 lpm)

8RX 440

Rated: 324 hp (440 kW)

Max: 385 hp (524 kW)*

4 Track

e23™ 23F/11R Powershift Transmission with Efficiency Manager or Electric Variable Transmission (EVT) with optional CommandPRO control

Adjustable cab suspension and adjustable seat

Closed-centre, pressure/flow compensated system with load sensing with 5 standard SCV (4 or 6 available); hydraulic flow up to 110 gpm (418.2 lpm)

8RX 490

Rated: 360 hp (490 kW)

Max: 426 hp (579 kW)*

4 Track

e23™ 23F/11R Powershift Transmission with Efficiency Manager or Electric Variable Transmission (EVT) with optional CommandPRO control

Adjustable cab suspension and adjustable seat

Closed-centre, pressure/flow compensated system with load sensing with 5 standard SCV (4 or 6 available); hydraulic flow up to 110 gpm (418.2 lpm)

8RX 540

Rated: 397 hp (540 kW)

Max: 466 hp (634 kW)*

4 Track

e23™ 23F/11R Powershift Transmission with Efficiency Manager or Electric Variable Transmission (EVT) with optional CommandPRO control

Adjustable cab suspension and adjustable seat

Closed-centre, pressure/flow compensated system with load sensing with 5 standard SCV (4 or 6 available); hydraulic flow up to 110 gpm (418.2 lpm)

Unlock More Power

Peak Power Intelligent Power Management (IPM)

Get up to an extra 40 hp at the top of the power curve, automatically.

Peak Power IPM maintains your target speed when you need it most, under heavy load, going up hill, or when getting up to speed by unlocking up to 40 hp at the top of the power curve. Max horsepower is unlocked at 1700 engine RPM. 

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JD14 Engine

JD 14 Engine (13.6L)

Peak Power IPM provides up to 40 hp extra, even as engine RPMs drop, unlocking previously unavailable power.

Available with engine brake to help slow down large loads while on the road or in the fields

Electric Variable Transmission (EVT)

All 8R 440, 490 and 540 models come standard with an EVT transmission. 

Accelerate quickly and smoothly, even with large loads behind the tractor.

Steering Improvements

Enhanced turn radius capabilities

Increased steering performance with larger steering cylinders, along with the return to centre feature that comes with Reactive Command Steering (RCS).

Rugged & Durable ILS sytme built to handle increased power and weight.

Transmission Controls

A new suite of transmission control handles is designed to meet every operator's needs. Offering a streamlined way to drive with increasing functionality and customisation as you move through the lineup. So you can run the tractor the way you want.

CommandX

CommandX Plus

CommandX Pro

Operator Experience and Convenience

Optional Door Cinch: Seal perfectly with a gentle close of the cab.

Seat: Customised comfort for a smooth ride.

Adjustable Cab Suspension: Tailored settings to meet every operator's needs.

Push-Button Start: effortless start-up and optional personalised pin access upon customer setup.

Convenience Display: Easy access to radio controls, HVAC controls, locks, seat and CommandARM adjustments, along with phone functions.

Displays

G5 Plus Display: 12.8 in. (32.5 cm) touchscreen with rapid processing speeds.

Put the Power to the Ground

Ballast the tractor up ot 24,000 kg (52,910 lb).

680 kg (1500 lb) stackable front weights can easily be put on or taken off with a forklift

Integrated rear wheel weights allow for maximum spacing options

Rear PTO

Transfer additional power to implements with the 1300 RPM Rear PTO option

Rear Implement Connections

The 56V power off-boarding optoin allows you to effortlessly hook up your john deere planter to this tractor.

Rear Hitch and Drawbar

Now available with a 10,886 kg (24,000 lb) lift capacity, you can work with larger and heavier implements.

The CAT V drawbar has a vertical load capacity of 8,618 kgs (19,000 lbs). creating exceptional reliability even while pulling large implements.

Belt, Track Widths and Spacings (8RX Models)

Width Options: 53.3 cm (21 in.), 61.0 cm (24 in.), 76.2 cm (30 in. rear only

Spacing Options: 203.2 cm (80 in.), 223.5 cm (88 in.), 304.8 cm (120 in.) Factory; 335.3 cm (132 in.), 345.4 cm (136 in.), 365.8 cm (144 in., aftermarket)

ExactRate™ Tanks

Spend less time refilling with a 3,785L (1000 gallon)

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*Max HP with Peak Power IPM. ECE-R120 - Equivalents: John Deere Standard RES10080. SAE Standards J1995.

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Packed With Precision Tech

These high-horsepower machines are just as smart as they are powerful. Ready for autonomy and packed full with the latest precision ag tools, implements and itegrations