John Deere 8295 R
Built: 2009 · Series: 8R
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John Deere 8R – large tractors from Waterloo since 2009, six-cylinder engines of 9,000 cc, types 8270 R to 8345 R, 199 to 254 kW
The John Deere 8R series has been built since 2009 at the Waterloo plant in Iowa, USA, and forms the maker's large two-axle tractor class there. The register lists the types 8270 R, 8295 R and 8345 R here; the number in the type designation states the rated output in horsepower, so the 8270 R comes with 270 hp and the 8345 R, at 345 hp, is the strongest of the three versions. All three models are built around the same John Deere six-cylinder diesel engine of 9,000 cc.
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The register lists 3 versions here with 199 to 254 kW, or 270 to 345 hp, from the common John Deere six-cylinder of 9,000 cc at a constant 2,100 rpm, torque of 1,199 to 1,515 Nm, kerb weights of 12,425 to 12,500 kg, a length of 5,590 mm, a width of 2,480 mm and a height of 3,060 mm.
The 8R series positions John Deere in the segment of large two-axle agricultural tractors against competitors such as the Case IH Magnum, Fendt Vario and New Holland T8, and is used chiefly in large-scale arable farming and for heavy drawbar work with high power demands.
When buying a used 8R model, the key points are operating hours and service history of the six-cylinder engine, condition of the transmission and hydraulics electronics, and wear on axles and brakes given the high weight, plus corrosion on cab and chassis; spare parts are well available through John Deere parts channels.
Sources: SpecCodex register, model data: John Deere 8R, John Deere (manufacturer)
Technical data
Engine
| Fuel | dieselcorrect |
|---|---|
| Power | 295 hp (217 kW)correct |
| Rated speed | 2,100 rpmcorrect |
| Torque | 1,310 Nmcorrect |
| Cylinders | 6correct |
| Displacement | 9,000 cm³correct |
Dimensions and weights
| Length | 5,590 mmcorrect |
|---|---|
| Width | 2,480 mmcorrect |
| Height | 3,060 mmcorrect |
| Wheelbase | 3,020 mmcorrect |
| Unladen weight | 12,450 kgcorrect |
Drivetrain and chassis
| Drive | four-wheel drivecorrect |
|---|---|
| Gearbox | Lastschalt- oder Stufenlosgetriebecorrect |
| Forward gears | 16correct |
| Reverse gears | 5correct |
| Rear tyres | 620/70 R42correct |
| Top speed | 50 km/hcorrect |
Working data
| Fuel tank capacity | 681 lcorrect |
|---|
Where this model stands
Power-to-weight ratio: 17.4 kW/t (217 kW / 12.4 t)
Power class: Heavy (> 180 hp)
Stronger than 97% of the tractors in the register — out of 15,663 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 8295 R have?
The John Deere 8295 R delivers 295 hp.
How much does the John Deere 8295 R weigh?
The unladen weight is 12,450 kg.
What engine does the John Deere 8295 R have?
6 cylinders, 9,000 cm³ displacement, Diesel.
How fast does the John Deere 8295 R go?
Top speed is 50 km/h.
What are the dimensions of the John Deere 8295 R?
5,590 mm × 2,480 mm × 3,060 mm.
When was the John Deere 8295 R built?
Production years: 2009.
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.
- Check front and rear tyre sizes: mismatched pairs strain the drivetrain.
- Shift the gearbox cold and warm — jumps only show up at temperature.
- 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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