John Deere 1263

Series: John Deere Harvester

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With the 1263, John Deere offers a model from the John Deere Harvester series. The engine delivers 221 hp (162.6 kW), has 6 cylinders, with a displacement of 8,300 cm³. Torque is 872.1 Nm. Rated speed is 2,100 rpm. The unladen weight is 16,900 kg. The wheelbase measures 3,712.5 mm. Ground clearance is 627.9 mm. Top speed is 25.1 km/h. The tank holds 465.2 litres. Maximum torque is reached at 1,500 rpm. The hydraulic tank holds 193.1 litres. The cooling system holds 40.1 litres. The electrical system runs on 24 V. The engine fitted is the 6CT8,3. The John Deere Harvester series covers 16 models. Rated output within it ranges from 117 to 298.1 hp; the 1263 sits in the middle of that range with 221 hp. Its immediate neighbours are the 1490D below it with 184.9 hp and the 1470D above it with 244.3 hp. 2153 John Deere models across 96 series are on record. The model is listed under Harvesting machinery. 20 verified figures from 1 source are on file.

Technical data

Engine

Engine model6CT8.3correct
Power221 hp (162.6 kW)correct
Rated speed2,100 rpmcorrect
Torque872.1correct
Speed at max. torque1,500 rpmcorrect
Cylinders6correct
Displacement8,300 cm³correct
Aspirationturbochargedcorrect
Coolant capacity40.1 lcorrect

Dimensions and weights

Width2,862.1correct
Wheelbase3,712.5correct
Ground clearance627.9correct
Unladen weight16,900 kgcorrect

Drivetrain and chassis

Gearbox typehydrostatic transmission mechanical gearbox with two speed gearboxcorrect
Top speed25.1 km/hcorrect
System voltage24 Vcorrect

Working data

Hydraulic oil capacity193.1 lcorrect
Fuel tank capacity465.2 lcorrect

Other data

Height3,645.4correct

Where this model stands

Power-to-weight ratio: 9.6 kW/t (163 kW / 16.9 t)

Stronger than 57% of the harvesting machinery in the register — out of 284 models with a stated power figure.

Calculated from the documented figures above — not a rating.

Frequently asked questions

How much power does the John Deere 1263 have?

The John Deere 1263 delivers 221 hp.

How much does the John Deere 1263 weigh?

The unladen weight is 16,900 kg.

What engine does the John Deere 1263 have?

6 cylinders, 8,300 cm³ displacement.

How fast does the John Deere 1263 go?

Top speed is 25.1 km/h.

What to check before buying

  • Check the hour meter against the service records — a replaced instrument is the most common gap.
  • Compare the data plate and chassis number with the papers.
  • Check the weights in the papers against the figures here — attachments change them.
  • Load the hydraulics and watch for sag.
  • Ask about parts availability for this build year — the running costs hang on it.

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