SPECS / COMPARISON
Massey Ferguson 8480 vs John Deere 7230R
A detailed comparison of the Massey Ferguson 8480 and the John Deere 7230R. Click a model name to view its full specifications.
Horsepower
Massey Ferguson 8480216.4 kW (290.2 HP)
John Deere 7230R200.6 kW (269.1 HP)
Weight
Massey Ferguson 84809240.0 kg (20370.7 lbs)
John Deere 7230R10385.0 kg (22895.0 lbs)
Lift Capacity
Massey Ferguson 84806530.0 kg (14396.2 lbs)
John Deere 7230R5200.0 kg (11464.0 lbs)
| Specification | Massey Ferguson 8480 Agricultural Tractors | John Deere 7230R Agricultural Tractors |
|---|---|---|
| Tractor Type | Row-Crop Tractor | Row-Crop Tractor |
| Horsepower | 216.4 kW (290.2 HP) | 200.6 kW (269.1 HP) |
| Weight | 9240.0 kg (20370.7 lbs) | 10385.0 kg (22895.0 lbs) |
| Lift Capacity | 6530.0 kg (14396.2 lbs) | 5200.0 kg (11464.0 lbs) |
| Transmission Type | Continuously variable transmission | Infinitely variable transmission |
| Length | 523.0 cm (205.9 in.) | 551.0 cm (216.9 in.) |
| Years Made | 2004-2007 | 2014-Present |
| Engine Model | Sisu Diesel | John Deere PowerTech PSX |
| Engine Type | 4-stroke, liquid-cooled, inline | 4-stroke, liquid-cooled, inline |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Cylinders | 6 | 6 |
| Displacement | 8407 cc (513.0 cu in.) | 6784 cc (414.0 cu in.) |
| Bore | 11.10 cm (4.37 in.) | 10.59 cm (4.17 in.) |
| Stroke | 14.50 cm (5.71 in.) | 12.70 cm (5.00 in.) |
| Rear PTO Type | Independent | Independent |
| Rear PTO Speed | 540 /1.000 RPM540E/1.000 RPM | 1000 540/1000 540E/1000/1000E |
| Rated RPM | 2200 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 16.0:1 |
| Battery | 12 V | Two 12V, CCA 925A, Group 31 |
| Starter | Electric | Electric |
| Height | 309.0 cm (121.7 in.) | — |
| Wheelbase | 307.0 cm (120.9 in.) | 292.0 cm (115.0 in.) |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 600.0 l (158.5 gal) | 589.0 l (With CommandQuad: 151.1 gal (572.0 l) With E23: 143.7 gal (544.0 l) With IVT: 155.6 gal) |
| Transmission Model | Dyna-VT | John Deere AutoPowr IVT |
| Gears | Infinite forward and reverse | Infinite forward and reverse |
| Chassis | 4×4 MFWD 4WD | 4×4 MFWD 4WD |
| Brakes | Independent hydraulic wet disc | Hydraulic wet disc |
| Drawbar Category | III | IIIN |
| Cabin Type | Cab standard | Cab |
| Steering Type | Hydrostatic power | Hydrostatic power |
| Front Tires | Ag: 16.9R30 | Ag: 540/65R34 |
| Rear Tires | Ag: 18.4R46 | Ag: 650/85R38 |
| Hydraulic Type | Closed center pressure flow compensated | Closed center pressure-flow compensated |
| Total Flow | 147.6 LPM (39.0 GPM) | — |
| Working Pressure | 199.9 bar (2900.0 psi) | 203.9 bar (2958.0 psi) |
| Valves | 4 or 5 | 3 to 6 |
| Pump Flow | — | 223.3 LPM (31.9 GPM (120.8 LPM) 42.8 GPM (162.0 LPM) 59.0 GPM) |
| Front PTO Type | — | Independent |
| Front PTO Speed | — | 1000 1000 |
| Torque Power | — | 1600 RPM |
| Torque Speed | — | 1076.7 N·m (794.1 lb-ft) |
| Ground Clearance | — | 49.0 cm (Front axle: 19.3 in.) |
| Oil Capacity | — | 24.5 l (6.5 gal) |
| Coolant Capacity | — | 39.5 l (10.4 gal) |
| Transmission Oil Capacity | — | 160.0 l (42.3 gal) |
| Hydraulic Capacity | — | 160.1 l (42.3 gal) |
| Engine Oil Type | — | SAE 0W-40, 15W-40 |
| Final Drive | — | Inboard planetary |
| Max. Travel Speed | — | 49.9 km/h (Forward: 31.0 MPH) |
| Differential Lock | — | Electro-hydraulic rear |
| Hitch Type | — | Electro-hydraulic draft sensing |
| SCV Flow | — | 124.9 LPM (Rear, 35.0 GPM (132.5 LPM), Front 33.0 GPM) |
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