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John Deere 850 Specs
John Deere 850 compact and multi-purpose tractor specifications: tractor type Compact Utility Tractor, horsepower 18.6 kW, weight 1090.0 kg, transmission type Gear type with dry disc clutch.
Manufacturer specifications
| Specification | Metric | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Tractor Type | Compact Utility Tractor | |
| Horsepower | 18.6 kW | 25.0 HP |
| Weight | 1090.0 kg | 2403.0 lbs |
| Transmission Type | Gear type with dry disc clutch | |
| Length | 298.0 cm | 117.3 in. |
| Years Made | 1978-1989 | |
| Engine Model | Yanmar 3T80-J | |
| Engine Type | 4-stroke, liquid-cooled, inline | |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | |
| Cylinders | 3 | |
| Displacement | 1278 cc | 78.0 cu in. |
| Bore | 8.00 cm | 3.15 in. |
| Stroke | 8.51 cm | 3.35 in. |
| Rear PTO Type | Transmission or live two-stage clutch | |
| Rear PTO Speed | 540 RPM | |
| Rated RPM | 2600 RPM | |
| Compression Ratio | 21.2:1 | |
| Battery | 12 V | |
| Starter | Electric | |
| Height | 129.0 cm | 50.8 in. |
| Wheelbase | 162.0 cm | 63.8 in. |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 32.2 l | 8.5 gal |
| Coolant Capacity | 5.7 l | 1.5 gal |
| Hydraulic Capacity | 19.5 l | 4.8 gal (18.0 l) or5.2 gal |
| Gears | 8 forward and 2 reverse | |
| Chassis | 4×2 2WD or 4×4 MFWD 4WD | |
| Max. Travel Speed | 8.7 km/h | Forward: 11.7 MPH (18.8 km/h) Reverse: 5.4 MPH |
| Brakes | Differential mechanical expanding shoe | |
| Drawbar Category | I | |
| Cabin Type | Open operator station with two-post ROPS | |
| Steering Type | Manual or power | |
| Front Tires | Ag: 5.00-15Lawn/turf: 23/8.5-12 | |
| Rear Tires | Ag: 9.5-24, 11.2-24Lawn/turf: 13.6-16 | |
| Hydraulic Type | Open center |
Source: heavyequipments.net archive (imported 2026-10). Values may vary by variant and production year; seller claims are shown separately on the listing page.
