This page provides a detailed comparison of the specifications for the John Deere 8850 and the John Deere 8970.
| John Deere 8850 | John Deere 8970 | |
|---|---|---|
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| Engine | ||
| Engine Manufacturer | John Deere | Cummins |
| Engine Cooling Type | Liquid-cooled | Liquid-cooled |
| Engine Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Engine Induction Type | Intercooled turbocharged | Turbocharged aftercooled |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 | 6 |
| Engine Displacement Value | 955 ci (15.6 L) | 861 ci (14.1 L) |
| Engine Rated Rpm | 2100 | 2100 |
| Engine Power Output Value | 370 hp (275.9 kW) | 400 hp (298.3 kW) |
| Transmission | ||
| Transmission Type | Partial power shift | 12 and 24 Speed Powersync |
| Transmission Forward Gears | 16 | 24 |
| Transmission Reverse Gears | 6 | 6 |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length Value | 257.8 | 268.9 |
| Operating Weight Value | 37700 lb (17100 kg) | 33655 lb (15266 kg) |
| Miscellaneous | ||
| Chassis | 4x4 articulated 4WD | 4x4 articulated 4WD |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Front Tire Type | - | - |
| Rear Tire Type | - | - |
| Hitch Type | 4/4N | - |
| Hitch Position | Rear | - |
| Hitch Capacity Value | 10250 lb (4649 kg) | - |
| Hydraulic System Type | Closed center constant-pressure | Closed center pressure compensated |
| Operator Station Type | Sound-Gard cab with air-conditioning | Sound-Gard cab (standard) |
| Starter Type | Electric | Electric |
