John Deere

8R 230 Tractor

Manufacturer: John Deere
Model: 8R 230 Tractor
  • Engine hp1: 253 Max | 230 hp Rated
  • Fully integrated precision ag technology
  • Choice of e23™ PowerShift, Infinitely Variable Transmission (IVT™) or 16-speed PowerShift transmissions
  • Independent Link Suspension (ILS™)
  • Three cab and visibility packages available to customize your tractor

1Engine power PS (hp ISO) at max engine power speed (ECE-R120). John Deere Standard RES10080, SAE Standards J1995.

Increase productivity with John Deere integrated solutions

Maximizing uptime using connectivity and technology
Maximizing uptime using connectivity and technology

Your needs and success are the focus of John Deere. John Deere makes it easy for you to benefit from having a connected tractor in your operation. All tractors come standard with JDLink™ telematics system and customers can turn on connectivity in the John Deere Operations Center™ application. With a StarFire™ 6000 Integrated Receiver* and Generation 4 CommandCenter™ Display, you can easily step right into advanced technology. If you’re an advanced tech user, you’ll enjoy the benefits of a highly intelligent machine connected to a full suite of solutions on the most open platform in the industry. Advantages of a connected machine include:

  • StarFire 6000 Integrated Receiver eliminates all setup, installation, and global positioning system (GPS) calibrations
  • AutoTrac™ assisted steering guides the machine with accuracy in a variety of field conditions
  • Automation is an option with some applications
  • John Deere Connected Support™ is a proactive service approach to improve service efficiency and reduce machine downtime
  • JDLink gives you access to information anytime, anywhere, to make data driven decisions with John Deere Operations Center and Documentation

The technology and connectivity in John Deere tractors allow you to optimize productivity, increase uptime, and boost profits with machine information from any device, anywhere.

StarFire 6000 Integrated Receiver AutoTrac JDLink

Base equipment:

  • Generation 4 CommandCenter display
  • StarFire 6000 Integrated Receiver

Optional equipment:

  • Generation 4 CommandCenter display plus extended monitor

Base equipment:

  • AutoTrac activation
  • SF3 accuracy (+/- 3 cm [1.2 in.])
  • Data Sync

Optional equipment:

  • AutoTrac RowSense™*
  • AutoTrac Turn Automation**
  • AutoTrac Implement Guidance*
  • Gen 4 Machine Sync

Base equipment:

  • JDLink telematics system
  • Wireless Data Transfer
  • John Deere Connected Support service
  • Expert Alerts
  • Remote Display Access
  • Service ADVISOR™ Remote service tool

*Available with Premium Activation 3.0
**Available with Automation Activation 3.0

Maximize around-the-clock productivity with visibility packages

Ultimate Visibility package at night (shown on 8R)
Ultimate Visibility package at night (shown on 8R)

Visibility is one of the most important attributes of the cab, but it is more than just lighting. In addition to lighting, John Deere visibility packages include mirrors, sunshades, wipers, and camera readiness. Some benefits of the visibility packages include:

  • Three package levels to fit your needs – Select, Premium, or Ultimate
  • Operate confidently with greater visibility
  • Ultimate Visibility package with more light-emitting diode (LED) output and full 360-degree illumination
  • Integrated camera capability

 

Visibility packages Select Premium Ultimate
Lighting 18 halogen work lights 18 LED work lights 22 LED work lights and eight LED convenience lights*
Mirrors Mechanical Electric, heated Electric, heated, and telescoping
Sunshades Front Front, right-hand side, and rear Front, right-hand side, and rear
Wipers Front and rear Front, right-hand side, and rear Front, right-hand side, and rear
Cameras Camera ready Camera ready Camera ready**

*Convenience lights illuminate the corners of the cab for easier entry and exit
**Starting with model year 2022, the Ultimate visibility package is camera ready.

Increase ride comfort during all seasons with 8R suspension options

8R Tractor with cab suspension and air seat
8R Tractor with cab suspension and air seat

8R Tractors offer a variety of suspension options to fit your specific field conditions or application. There are three options to choose from on 8R Tractors. An air seat with fixed cab offers a great balance of field and road comfort in an economical package. Cab suspension with an air seat reduces high-frequency vibrations typically associated with road transport. The ActiveSeat™ II equipment is typically chosen for field applications to reduce vertical movement and operator fatigue.

  • Air seat with fixed cab offers excellent ride quality in a variety of applications
  • Two-post cab suspension with an air seat offers exceptional ride for operators spending time on the road
  • ActiveSeat II greatly reduces vertical motion experienced in field applications
  • Choice of options is available on all 8R Tractors

 

Independent-Link Suspension (ILS™) primarily helps deliver power to the ground by maintaining proper tire-to-ground contact through a fully independent system. In addition, ILS greatly improves ride over rough or uneven terrain and drastically decreases power hop.

ILS suspension system
ILS suspension system

John Deere Connected Support™ prevents downtime and efficiently resolves issues with revolutionary technology-based solutions

Connected Support technology
Connected Support technology

When you buy John Deere equipment, you expect reliability. You also know that problems can happen, and a product is only as good as the support behind it. That’s why John Deere equipment is prepared with technology that senses potential issues and can alert you and your dealer promptly—in the cab or anywhere you are.

John Deere Connected Support is a revolutionary change to support that leverages technology and the connectivity of JDLink™ telematics to prevent downtime and resolve problems faster. These tools decrease downtime by an average of 20 percent, enabling faster responses to unexpected problems and reducing technician trips to your machine. For some issues, unplanned downtime can even be prevented altogether through prediction of the issue.

With your permission, John Deere Connected Support:

  • Keeps you running by monitoring machine health and promptly alerting you and your dealer of issues
  • Saves time by remotely viewing in-cab displays, reducing trips to the machine
  • Reduces or even eliminates technician trips to a machine through remote diagnostic and remote software reprogramming capabilities
  • Connects experts with the information needed to respond to downtime faster and prevent it altogether

With more than a decade of experience leveraging connectivity to solve problems, no one else has the experience, tools, and knowledge to keep you running as John Deere and your John Deere dealer can. Connected Support is an in-base feature on all John Deere products with factory- or field-installed JDLink.

Match demanding applications with hydraulic options

8RX and 8R Tractors in the field
8RX and 8R Tractors in the field

All 8 Series Tractors come standard with an 85-cc (5.2-cu in.) hydraulic pump. This pump provides up to 227.1 L/min (60 gpm) hydraulic flow. A dual pump option featuring 85-cc and 35-cc (5.2-cu in. and 2.1-cu in.) displacement hydraulic pumps is available for all 8R and 8RX Tractors. The dual-pump system provides a hydraulic flow of 318 L/min (84 gpm), ideal for running at lower engine speeds. At the rear, up to six selective control valves (SCVs) are available with 1.9-cm (3/4-in.) options.

  • Single or dual pump options to fit specific producer applications
  • Up to 318 L/min (84 gpm) through the dual pump system on 8R and 8RX Tractors
  • Options from four to six factory-installed SCVs
  • For maximum flow, 1.9-cm (3/4-in.) SCV couplers are available factory and field installed

 

A power beyond option is available on all models, and a high-capacity take-out oil reservoir (on 8R Tractors only) is also available for high-demand applications.

8RX Tractor with power beyond
8RX Tractor with power beyond

Comfort and convenience to fit the needs of any operator

Ultimate Comfort and Convenience package (shown on 8R Tractor)
Ultimate Comfort and Convenience package (shown on 8R Tractor)
Comfort and Convenience packages

When you reach a 40-hour week by Wednesday, you’re logging some serious hours in the cab. Spend that time in the refreshed and refined John Deere cab, and experience a quiet, comfortable ride with unrivaled visibility and convenience.

  • Three package levels to fit your needs – Select, Premium, or Ultimate
  • CommandARM™ console that puts everything you need within reach
  • Plenty of storage
  • Work comfortably during long days in the field with an automotive-style seat
  • Keep electronics powered throughout the day with a variety of outlets

 

Comfort and Convenience packages Select Premium Ultimate
Seat
  • Cloth
  • Mechanical controls
  • Mechanical lumbar
  • 8-degree left-hand and 40-degree right-hand swivel
  • Cloth
  • Electronic controls
  • Pneumatic lumbar
  • 25-degrees left-hand and 40-degree right-hand swivel
  • Leather
  • Electronic controls
  • Pneumatic lumbar
  • 25-degree left-hand and 40-degree right-hand swivel
  • Heated/ventilated
  • Massage
  • Adjustable bolsters
Infotainment
  • AM/FM/WX
  • Auxiliary and Bluetooth® wireless inputs
  • Four speakers
  • 16.5-cm (6.5-in.) touchscreen radio, XM® ready
  • Six speakers with subwoofer
  • 16.5-cm (6.5-in.) touchscreen radio, XM ready
  • Six speakers with subwoofer
Business band ready X X X
Four USB and one 12-V outlet X X X
Dual tilt column X X X
Footrests X X
Refrigerator X X
120-V/300-W three-prong outlet X X
Carpeted floor mat X
Leather-wrapped steering wheel X

 

Bluetooth is a trademark of Bluetooth SIG, Inc. XM is a trademark of Sirius XM Radio Inc.

Engine specifications - Displacement: 9.0 L
549 cu in.
Engine specifications - After treatment type: Diesel oxidation catalyst (DOC)/diesel particulate filter (DPF)/selective catalytic reduction (SCR)
Tires - Central Tire Inflation System (CTIS): Optional
Operator station - Inner cab volume: 3.24 m3
114 cu ft
Front hitch - Standard lift capacity: Category 3N ground-engaging front hitch: 5200 kg
11,464 lb
Serviceability - Interval for hydraulic/transmission oil change: 1,500 hours
Precision AG - Remote diagnostics: JDLink hardware standard
Hydraulic system - Type: Closed-center, pressure/flow compensated system with load sensing
Hydraulic system - Available flow at front SCVs: 96 L/min
25 gpm
Tires - Wheel tread range: 1300 Series MFWD: 1524-2235 mm
60-88 in.
1500 Series MFWD: 1524-3657 mm
60-144 in.
ILS: 1524-3657 mm
Operator station - Seat: Degree of seat swivel, left hand
25 degree (angle)
Degree of seat swivel, right hand
40 degree (angle)
Standard: air suspension
Optional: ActiveSeat™ II
Engine specifications - Description: John Deere PowerTech 9.0 L (B20 diesel compatible)
Key Specs - Engine displacement: 9.0 L
549 cu in.
Front hitch - PTO speed: 1,000 PTO rpm at 2000 engine rpm
Key Specs - Maximum engine power: ECE-R120: 186 kW
253 hp
Rear axle - Final drive type: Inboard planetary three pinion
Drawbar - Maximum vertical load: Dependent on drawbar position: 1837 to 2700 kg
4050 to 6000 lb
Optional: 2,245 kg
4,950 lb
4,990 kg
11,000 lb
Electrical system - Alternator size: Standard: 200 amp
Optional: 330 amp
Precision AG - Telematic: JDLink™ hardware standard, activations, and Ethernet harnesses (availability dependent upon destination)
Rear axle - Rear differential lock: Full-locking electrohydraulic
Electrical system - Total cold cranking amps: 1,850 CCA
Key Specs - Hydraulic pump rated output: Standard: 85-cc pump: 227.1 L/min
60 gpm
Optional: 85-cc plus 35-cc dual pump: 318 L/min
84 gpm
Electrical system - Type of bulb in headlight (Halogen, Zenon, LED): Standard: halogen, 65 W
Available: LED
Dimensions - Front axle center: MFWD: 686 mm
27 in.
ILS: 590 mm
23.2 in.
Precision AG - Guidance: Integrated AutoTrac™
Key Specs - Rated PTO power (hp SAE): 135 kW
182 hp
Engine specifications - Engine type: In-line six, four valve
Tires - Turning radius without brakes: 1300 with 480/70R30 Group 42 Tires at 153.7-cm (60.5-in.) spacing: 6.05 m
19.8 ft
1500 with 420/850R34 Group 43 tires at 182.9-cm (72-in.) spacing: 5.71 m
18.7 ft
ILS with 480/70R34 Group 43 tires at 184.2-cm (72.5-in.) spacing: 6.45 m
21.2 ft
Dimensions - Drawbar clearance: 376 mm
14.8 in.
Transmission - Type: Standard: e23 PowerShift with Efficiency Manager 40K, 40 km/h
24.9 mph
Optional: 16-speed PowerShift 40 km/h
e23 PowerShift with Efficiency Manager 50K, 50 km/h
31 mph
John Deere AutoPowr IVT 40K, 0.05-42 km/h
0.03-26 mph
John Deere AutoPowr IVT 50K, 0.05-50 km/h
0.03-31 mph
Rear power take-off (PTO) - Engine rpm (at rated PTO speeds): 16-speed PowerShift: 1,000 PTO rpm at 2,003 engine rpm, 1,000 ECO PTO rpm at 1,596 engine rpm, 540 PTO rpm at 1,817 engine rpm
IVT: 1,000 PTO rpm at 2,000 engine rpm, 1,000 ECO PTO at 1594 engine rpm, 540 PTO rpm at 1,814 engine rpm
e23 PowerShift: 1,000 PTO rpm at 1,995 engine rpm, 1,000 ECO PTO at 1,590 engine rpm, 540 PTO rpm at 1,810 engine rpm
Serviceability - Interval for engine coolant change: 6,000 hours
Rear hitch - Hitch category (SAE designation): Standard: Category 3/3N standard lift at 610 mm (24 in.) behind hitch point: 6350 kg
14,000 lb
Optional: Category 3/3N at 610 mm (24 in.) behind hitch point: 8391 kg
18,500 lb
Category 4N/3 at 610 mm (24 in.) behind hitch point: 9072 kg
20,000 lb
Rear axle - Type: Standard: Rack-and-pinion, double flat, or flange axles
Optional: Long, single taper hub: Diameter: 110 x 3010 mm
4.33 x 118.5 in.
Long, dual taper hub: Diameter: 110 x 3010 mm
Long, dual taper hub: Diameter: 120 x 3010 mm
4.72 x 118.5 in.
Short, double flat axle with single taper hub: Diameter: 120 x 2550 mm
4.72 x 100.4 in.
Operator station - Instructional seat: Standard
Key Specs - Transmission type: Standard: e23™ PowerShift™ with Efficiency Manager™ 40K, 40 km/h
24.9 mph
Optional: 16-speed PowerShift 40 km/h
e23 PowerShift with Efficiency Manager 50K, 50 km/h
31 mph
John Deere AutoPowr™ IVT™ 40K, 0.05-42 km/h
0.03-26 mph
John Deere AutoPowr IVT 50K, 0.05-50 km/h
0.03-31 mph
Hydraulic system - Pump rated output: Standard: 85-cc pump: 227.1 L/min
60 gpm
Optional: 85-cc plus 35-cc dual pump: 318 L/min
84 gpm
Hydraulic system - Available flow at a single rear SCV: 1.3-cm (1/2-in.) couplers: 132 L/min
35 gpm
1.9-cm (3/4-in.) coupler: 159 L/min
42 gpm
Drawbar - Drawbar category: Standard: Category 3
Optional: Category 4
Category 4 with heavy-duty support
Weight - Base machine weight: MFWD/PowerShift: 11,700 kg
25,800 lb
ILS/e23: 12,700 kg
28,000 lb
Engine specifications - Rated speed: 2100 rpm
Engine specifications - Engine family: MJDXL09.0333
Operator station - Radio: Standard: AM/FM stereo with weatherband, remote controls, auxiliary input jack, four speakers and external antenna
Engine performance - Rated power: ECE-R120: 169 kW
230 hp
Engine performance - Engine peak torque: At 1600 rpm: 1077 Nm
794 lb-ft
Rear hitch - Maximum lift capacity behind lift points: Standard (at 610-mm [24-in.] behind hitch point): 12,124 kg
26,729 lb
Engine performance - Rated PTO power (hp SAE): 135 kW
182 hp
Rear hitch - Sensing type: Electrohydraulic
Front hitch - Front power take-off (PTO): 44 mm (1.75 in.) 20 spline, 1000 rpm
35 mm (1.375 in.) 21 spline, 1000 rpm
35 mm (1.375 in.) 6 spline, 1000 rpm (available dependent on location)
Serviceability - Interval for engine oil change: 500 hours
Front axle - Front axle differential lock: 1300 Series MFWD: Limited Slip
1500 Series MFWD: Full-locking electrohydraulic
ILS: Full-locking electrohydraulic
Capacities - Transmission-hydraulic system: 1300 MFWD: 180.7 L
47.7 U.S. gal.
1500 MFWD: 184.6 L
48.8 U.S. gal.
ILS: 207.2 L
54.7 U.S. gal.
Front axle - Type: Standard: 1300 Series MFWD
Optional: 1500 Series MFWD
ILS
Rear power take-off (PTO) - Multispeed PTO option availability: Available: 45-mm (1.75-in.), 1000-rpm and 1000E economy rpm PTO, in-cab shiftable
Steering - Type: Standard: Hydraulic power-steering with electric pump back-up
Optional: ActiveCommand Steering 2 (ACS™ 2) with electronic backup pump
Capacities - Fuel tank: 727 L
192 U.S. gal.
CTIS: 651 L
172 U.S. gal.
Additional information - Date collected: 12 January 2022
Capacities - Crankcase oil volume: 1300 MFWD: 25.7 L
6.8 U.S. gal.
1500 MFWD: 27.6 L
7.3 U.S. gal.
ILS: 25.8 L
Front hitch - Category: Category 3N
Capacities - Cooling system: 42.3 L
11.2 U.S. gal.
Rear power take-off (PTO) - PTO actuation: Electrohydraulic with adjustable modulation
Dimensions - Overall length: 6,636 mm
261.3 in.
Key Specs - Base machine weight: MFWD/PowerShift: 11,700 kg
25,800 lb
ILS™/e23: 12,700 kg
28,000 lb
Weight - Maximum ballast level: 20,000 kg
44,100 lb
Engine performance - PTO torque rise: 40 percent
Engine specifications - Aspiration: Single, variable geometry turbo; air-to-air aftercooling and cooled exhaust gas recirculation
Hydraulic system - SCV control: Electronic
Engine performance - Power boost: 10 percent
Rear power take-off (PTO) - Type: Independent
Standard: 44 mm (1.75 in.) 20-spline, 1,000 rpm
Optional: 44 mm (1.75 in.), 20-spline, 1,000 rpm capable of 35 mm (1.375 in.) 540/1000 rpm
44 mm (1.75 in.) 20-spline, 1,000 rpm/1,000E rpm
Operator station - Cab glass area: 6.56 m2
70.61 sq ft
Engine performance - Maximum engine power: ECE-R120: 186 kW
253 hp
Operator station - Cab suspension: Optional
Rear hitch - Rear axle differential lock: Electrohydraulic
Electrical system - Working lights: Standard: 18 halogen
Available: 18 LED
22 LED
Operator station - Display: Standard: 4600 Generation 4 CommandCenter™: 25.4 cm
10 in.
Engine specifications - Emission level: Final Tier 4
Electrical system - Battery options: 12 V
Key Specs - Rated engine power: ECE-R120: 169 kW
230 hp
Loaders - Loader: 700M
Engine specifications - Cylinders liners: Wet-sleeve
Capacities - Diesel exhaust fluid (DEF) tank: 37.2 L
9.8 U.S. gal.
Key Specs - Rear hitch category (SAE designation): Standard: Category 3/3N standard lift at 610 mm (24 in.) behind hitch point: 6350
14,000 lb
Optional: Category 3/3N at 610 mm (24 in.) behind hitch point: 8391 kg
18,500 lb
Category 4N/3 at 610 mm (24 in.) behind hitch point: 9072 kg
20,000 lb
Hydraulic system - Number of rear selective control valves (SCVs): Standard: 1.3-cm (1/2-in.) ISO couplers: 4
Optional: 1.3-cm (1/2-in.) ISO couplers: 5 and 6 available
1.9-cm (3/4-in.) ISO coupler: 1
Dimensions - Wheelbase: MFWD: 3,080 mm
121.3 in.
ILS: 3,050 mm
120.1 in.
Weight - Maximum permissible weight: 20,000 kg
44,100 lb
Miscellaneous - Country of manufacture: USA
Key Specs - Engine description: John Deere PowerTech™ 9.0 L (B20 diesel compatible)
  • Engine HP¹: Max: 253 hp (186 kW)
    Rated: 230 hp (169 kW)
  • PTO HP: Rated: 182 hp (135 kW)
  • Hydraulics: Closed-center, pressure and flow compensated with 4 standard SCV (5 and 6 available); hydraulic flow up to 84 gpm (318L)
  • Track Width and Tread Spacing: N/A
  • Ride Comfort: ActiveSeat II or Cab Suspension Independent Link Suspension (ILS)
  • Transmission: e23 23F/11R PowerShift Transmission with Efficiency Manager, IVT available with CommandPRO control, or 16-Speed PowerShift transmission
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