Row CropPerformance profile
John Deere 8400R
The John Deere 8400R is a powerful row crop tractor built from 2016 to 2019. It has a strong 6-cylinder diesel engine that makes 400 horsepower, which is very high compared to other tractors. The engine is big and tough, with a displacement of 548 cubic inches, also very high for its class. This tractor is great for heavy farm work. It has a sturdy 4-wheel drive system and a full power shift transmission with 23 forward gears and 11 reverse gears. The rear hitch can lift up to 15,000 pounds, which is above average. The 8400R is big, weighing 32,691 pounds, and it has a comfortable CommandView III cab for the driver. It also has a 1000 rpm PTO and a smart hydraulic system for using different tools.
ManufacturerJohn DeerePower400 hpEngine6-cylTransFull power shift
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Quick specs
- Category
- Row Crop
- Engine Power Output
- 400hp
- Operating Weight
- 32,691 lb
- Transmission
- Full power shift
At a glance
How the 8400R compares
vs. Row Crop medianDistribution
Engine Power (hp)
Across all Row Crop tractors
400 hp · 98th
This model
12
Median 138 hp
283
400
This modelRow Crop tractorsMediann = 1,206
The 8400R ranks at the 98th percentile for engine power among recorded row crop tractors.
Overview
About the John Deere 8400R
The John Deere 8400R is a powerful row crop tractor built from 2016 to 2019. It has a strong 6-cylinder diesel engine that makes 400 horsepower, which is very high compared to other tractors. The engine is big and tough, with a displacement of 548 cubic inches, also very high for its class. This tractor is great for heavy farm work. It has a sturdy 4-wheel drive system and a full power shift transmission with 23 forward gears and 11 reverse gears. The rear hitch can lift up to 15,000 pounds, which is above average. The 8400R is big, weighing 32,691 pounds, and it has a comfortable CommandView III cab for the driver. It also has a 1000 rpm PTO and a smart hydraulic system for using different tools.
Full specifications
Every recorded spec
General
| Manufacturer | John Deere |
|---|---|
| Model | 8400R |
| Category | Row Crop tractor |
| Type | 4x4 MFWD 4WD |
| Years built | 2016–2019 |
| Operating weight | 32,691lb |
Engine
| Make | John Deere |
|---|---|
| Model | PowerTech PSS |
| Power | 400hp |
| Cylinders | 6 |
| Displacement | 548ci |
| Bore | 4.65in |
| Stroke | 5.35in |
Transmission
| Type | Full power shift |
|---|---|
| Forward gears | 23 |
| Reverse gears | 11 |
Chassis & drive
| Chassis | 4x4 MFWD 4WD |
|---|---|
| Drive | MFWD - Mechanical Front Wheel Drive |
| Steering | Hydrostatic power |
| Brakes | Hydraulic wet disc |
| Cab | CommandView III cab |
Hydraulics
| Type | Closed-center, load sensing, pressure flow compensated |
|---|
Power take-off
| Rear PTO | Independent |
|---|---|
| PTO speed | 1,000rpm |
Dimensions
| Length | 245in |
|---|---|
| Width | 137.3in |
| Height | 129.3in |
| Operating weight | 32,691lb |
Head to head
8400R vs. Row Crop median
How the John Deere 8400R compares to other Row Crop tractors
| Spec | This model | Row Crop median | Difference | Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine Power | 400 hp | 138 hp | +190% | 98th |
| Engine Displacement | 548 ci | 391 ci | +40% | 96th |
| Cylinders | 6 | 6 | at median | 50th |
| Forward Gears | 23 | 16 | +44% | 74th |
| Operating Weight | 32,691 lb | 12,307 lb | +166% | 99th |
| Length | 245 in | 180 in | +36% | 96th |
| Width | 137 in | 91.2 in | +51% | 99th |
| Height | 129 in | 114 in | +14% | 89th |
| 3-Point Hitch Capacity | 15,000 lb | 11,023 lb | +36% | 71st |
Medians and percentiles are computed from the row crop tractors in our database with a recorded value for each spec (sample sizes 279–1,417 models).
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|---|---|---|---|---|
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FAQ
Common questions
What years was the John Deere 8400R manufactured?
Production of the John Deere 8400R ran from 2016 through 2019.
What type of transmission does the John Deere 8400R have?
The John Deere 8400R uses a Full power shift transmission offering 23 forward gears.
What hydraulics does the John Deere 8400R have?
The John Deere 8400R uses a Closed-center, load sensing, pressure flow compensated hydraulic system.
What three-point hitch category does the John Deere 8400R use?
The John Deere 8400R has a Category Category 3 three-point hitch rated to lift 15,000 lb.
How powerful is the John Deere 8400R?
The John Deere 8400R has an engine power output of 400 hp. It is powered by a 6-cylinder engine displacing 548 ci.
What is the working weight of the John Deere 8400R?
The operating weight of the John Deere 8400R is approximately 32,691 lb.
What routine service does the John Deere 8400R need?
Regular maintenance for the John Deere 8400R includes checking and changing engine oil, hydraulic fluid, and filters, plus routine inspections as recommended in the owner's manual. Always follow the manufacturer's maintenance schedule for specific intervals and procedures.