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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

SpecificationMetricImperial
Tractor TypeCompact Utility Tractor
Horsepower18.6 kW25.0 HP
Weight1090.0 kg2403.0 lbs
Transmission TypeGear type with dry disc clutch
Length298.0 cm117.3 in.
Years Made1978-1989
Engine ModelYanmar 3T80-J
Engine Type4-stroke, liquid-cooled, inline
Fuel TypeDiesel
Cylinders3
Displacement1278 cc78.0 cu in.
Bore8.00 cm3.15 in.
Stroke8.51 cm3.35 in.
Rear PTO TypeTransmission or live two-stage clutch
Rear PTO Speed540 RPM
Rated RPM2600 RPM
Compression Ratio21.2:1
Battery12 V
StarterElectric
Height129.0 cm50.8 in.
Wheelbase162.0 cm63.8 in.
Fuel Tank Capacity32.2 l8.5 gal
Coolant Capacity5.7 l1.5 gal
Hydraulic Capacity19.5 l4.8 gal (18.0 l) or5.2 gal
Gears8 forward and 2 reverse
Chassis4×2 2WD or 4×4 MFWD 4WD
Max. Travel Speed8.7 km/hForward: 11.7 MPH (18.8 km/h) Reverse: 5.4 MPH
BrakesDifferential mechanical expanding shoe
Drawbar CategoryI
Cabin TypeOpen operator station with two-post ROPS
Steering TypeManual or power
Front TiresAg: 5.00-15Lawn/turf: 23/8.5-12
Rear TiresAg: 9.5-24, 11.2-24Lawn/turf: 13.6-16
Hydraulic TypeOpen center

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