SPECS / COMPARISON
John Deere 8230 vs John Deere 8220
A detailed comparison of the John Deere 8230 and the John Deere 8220. Click a model name to view its full specifications.
Horsepower
John Deere 8230182.8 kW (245.1 HP)
John Deere 8220167.8 kW (225.1 HP)
Lift Capacity
John Deere 82307850.0 kg (12398.8 lbs (5624.0 kg) Optional: 15200.9 lbs (6895.0 kg) Optional: 17306.3 lbs)
John Deere 82204900.0 kg (10802.6 lbs)
| Specification | John Deere 8230 Agricultural Tractors | John Deere 8220Agricultural Tractors |
|---|---|---|
| Tractor Type | Row-Crop Tractor | Row-Crop Tractor |
| Horsepower | 182.8 kW (245.1 HP) | 167.8 kW (225.1 HP) |
| Weight | 11405.0 kg (23743.8 lbs (10770.0 kg) ILS: 25143.7 lbs) | — |
| Lift Capacity | 7850.0 kg (12398.8 lbs (5624.0 kg) Optional: 15200.9 lbs (6895.0 kg) Optional: 17306.3 lbs) | 4900.0 kg (10802.6 lbs) |
| Transmission Type | Infinitely Variable Transmission | Full power shift with hydraulic wet disc clutch |
| Length | 556.0 cm (218.9 in.) | 538.0 cm (209.8 in. (533.0 cm) Long frame: 211.8 in.) |
| Pump Flow | 120.0 LPM (31.7 GPM) | — |
| Years Made | 2006-2009 | 2002-2005 |
| Engine Model | John Deere PowerTech | John Deere |
| Engine Type | 4-stroke, liquid-cooled, inline | 4-stroke, liquid-cooled, inline |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Cylinders | 6 | 6 |
| Displacement | 8980 cc (548.0 cu in.) | 8128 cc (496.0 cu in.) |
| Bore | 11.81 cm (4.65 in.) | 11.61 cm (4.57 in.) |
| Stroke | 13.59 cm (5.35 in.) | 12.90 cm (5.08 in.) |
| Rear PTO Type | Independent | Independent with electro-hydraulic wet disc clutch |
| Rear PTO Speed | 1000 or 540/1000 | 1000 or 540/1000 RPM |
| Rated RPM | 2100 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Compression Ratio | 16.3:1 | 16.5:1 |
| Battery | Two 12V, CCA 925A | Two 12V, CCA 925A |
| Starter | Electric | Electric |
| Height | 312.0 cm (122.8 in.) | 305.0 cm (Cab Height: 120.1 in.) |
| Wheelbase | 302.0 cm (118.9 in.) | 296.0 cm (2WD: 123.2 in. (313.0 cm) 4WD: 116.5 in.) |
| Ground Clearance | 44.0 cm (17.3 in.) | — |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 681.3 l (180.0 gal) | 605.6 l (135.0 gal (511.0 l) Optional: 160.0 gal) |
| Oil Capacity | 24.1 l (6.4 gal) | 23.5 l (6.2 gal) |
| Coolant Capacity | 40.0 l (10.6 gal) | 34.0 l (9.0 gal) |
| Transmission Oil Capacity | 151.4 l (40.0 gal) | 149.9 l (37.0 gal (140.1 l) ILS: 39.6 gal) |
| Hydraulic Capacity | 36.0 l (9.5 gal) | 149.9 l (37.0 gal (140.1 l) ILS: 39.6 gal) |
| Gears | Infinite forward and reverse | 16 forward and 4 reverse |
| Chassis | 4×4 MFWD 4WD | 4×2 2WD or 4×4 MFWD 4WD |
| Max. Travel Speed | 50.0 km/h (Forward: 31.1 MPH) | 10.9 km/h (Forward: 24.8 MPH (39.9 km/h) Reverse: 6.8 MPH) |
| Brakes | Wet disc | Hydraulic wet disc |
| Drawbar Category | III/IIIN or IVN/III | IIIN |
| Cabin Type | CommandView cab | Cab |
| Steering Type | Power | Hydrostatic power |
| Hydraulic Type | Closed center PFC | Closed center pressure-flow compensated |
| Total Flow | 227.1 LPM (44.0 GPM (166.6 LPM) 60.0 GPM) | 160.9 LPM (33.5 GPM (126.8 LPM) 42.5 GPM) |
| Working Pressure | 144.8 bar (2100.0 psi) | 199.9 bar (2900.0 psi) |
| Valves | 3 to 5 | 5 |
| Transmission Model | — | John Deere PowerShift |
| Front Tires | — | Ag: 11.00-24 , 16.9R30 |
| Rear Tires | — | Ag: 18.4R46 |
| SCV Flow | — | 113.6 LPM (30.0 GPM) |
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