Tractor reference

John Deere 8R 280

Specifications, maintenance, parts and compatibility reference.

Specification set: United States - Current 8R wheel tractor - cab, MFWD/ILS options Current Deere US 8R wheel lineup is 250-410. Historical 8R 230 remains in service guides but is intentionally not marked current.

Machine Configuration

Operator stationCab

Engine

Engine manufacturerJohn Deere
Engine displacement9 L
Engine modelJD9
Engine familyVJDXL09.0333
Engine horsepower280 hp
Cylinders6
Maximum engine power308 hp
AspirationSingle variable-geometry turbocharger
Rated engine speed2100 rpm
Emissions certificationFinal Tier 4
Seeding Hydraulic Intelligent Power Management boost35 hp

Transmission

Transmissione23 PowerShift 40K
Transmission optionse23 50K; AutoPowr/IVT 40K or 50K; 16-speed PowerShift on select lower-horsepower 8R models; EVT availability varies by model
Maximum wheel-tractor transport speed31 mph

PTO

PTO power228 hp

Hydraulics

Standard hydraulic pump output60 gpm
Optional hydraulic pump output84 gpm
Rear 3-point hitch lift capacity20000 lb
Optional front hitch lift capacity8240 lb

Compatible parts & kits

This source-backed list can include maintenance parts, mounting hardware and accessory kits. Serial-number and machine-configuration restrictions may still apply, so review each part page before ordering or installing.

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