John Deere 8310
The John Deere 8310 is a powerful row crop tractor designed for serious farming. It has a 2WD drive system and a strong PowerShift transmission with 16 forward gears and 4 reverse gears. This gives farmers lots of options when working in the fields. Under the hood, the 8310 boasts a John Deere diesel engine with 6 cylinders. The engine is turbocharged and aftercooled, which means it can produce a lot of power efficiently. It has a very high displacement of 496 ci, which is above average for tractors in its class. The engine can generate 227 hp at 2200 rpm, making it suitable for heavy-duty farm work. The tractor's operating weight of 18,523 lb gives it good stability for tough jobs. It also has a three-point hitch at the rear, which is great for attaching various farm implements.

Quick specs
- Category
- Row Crop
- Engine Power Output
- 227hp
- Operating Weight
- 18,523 lb
- Transmission
- PowerShift
At a glance
How the 8310 compares
vs. Row Crop medianDistribution
Engine Power (hp)
Across all Row Crop tractors
This model
The 8310 ranks at the 83rd percentile for engine power among recorded row crop tractors.
Overview
About the John Deere 8310
The John Deere 8310 is a powerful row crop tractor designed for serious farming. It has a 2WD drive system and a strong PowerShift transmission with 16 forward gears and 4 reverse gears. This gives farmers lots of options when working in the fields. Under the hood, the 8310 boasts a John Deere diesel engine with 6 cylinders. The engine is turbocharged and aftercooled, which means it can produce a lot of power efficiently. It has a very high displacement of 496 ci, which is above average for tractors in its class. The engine can generate 227 hp at 2200 rpm, making it suitable for heavy-duty farm work. The tractor's operating weight of 18,523 lb gives it good stability for tough jobs. It also has a three-point hitch at the rear, which is great for attaching various farm implements.
Full specifications
Every recorded spec
General
| Manufacturer | John Deere |
|---|---|
| Model | 8310 |
| Category | Row Crop tractor |
| Type | 4x2 2WD |
| Operating weight | 18,523lb |
Engine
| Make | John Deere |
|---|---|
| Power | 227hp |
| Cylinders | 6 |
| Displacement | 496ci |
| Bore | 4.56in |
| Stroke | 5.06in |
Transmission
| Type | PowerShift |
|---|---|
| Forward gears | 16 |
| Reverse gears | 4 |
Chassis & drive
| Chassis | 4x2 2WD |
|---|---|
| Drive | 2WD |
Hydraulics
| Type | Closed center PFC |
|---|
Dimensions
| Operating weight | 18,523lb |
|---|
Capacities
| Cooling system | 8.98gal |
|---|
Head to head
8310 vs. Row Crop median
How the John Deere 8310 compares to other Row Crop tractors
| Spec | This model | Row Crop median | Difference | Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine Power | 227 hp | 138 hp | +64% | 83rd |
| Engine Displacement | 496 ci | 391 ci | +27% | 85th |
| Cylinders | 6 | 6 | at median | 50th |
| Forward Gears | 16 | 16 | at median | 50th |
| Operating Weight | 18,523 lb | 12,307 lb | +51% | 80th |
Medians and percentiles are computed from the row crop tractors in our database with a recorded value for each spec (sample sizes 1,200–1,417 models).
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|---|---|---|---|---|
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|---|---|---|---|---|
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FAQ
Common questions
How much horsepower does the John Deere 8310 have?
The John Deere 8310 produces 227 hp from its 6-cylinder engine. Engine displacement is 496 ci.
What hydraulics does the John Deere 8310 have?
The John Deere 8310 uses a Closed center PFC hydraulic system.
What three-point hitch category does the John Deere 8310 use?
The John Deere 8310 has a Category Category 3 three-point hitch.
How much does the John Deere 8310 weigh?
The John Deere 8310 weighs about 18,523 lb in operating condition.
What transmission is in the John Deere 8310?
Transmission on the John Deere 8310 is PowerShift, with 16 forward speeds.
What maintenance does the John Deere 8310 require?
Like any tractor, the John Deere 8310 needs periodic engine oil and filter changes, hydraulic fluid checks, and regular greasing and inspection. The owner's manual lists the manufacturer's recommended service intervals.


