Row Crop tractorsSpec sheet
New Holland T8.380
The New Holland T8.380 is a powerful row crop tractor built for serious farming. It has a strong 6-cylinder diesel engine made by FPT. This engine is very big, with 531 cubic inches of space inside. It can make 311 horsepower, which is a lot of power for farm work. The tractor has four-wheel drive and power steering, making it easy to control in tough fields. This tractor is big and heavy, weighing 22,487 pounds. It has a full power shift transmission with 18 forward gears and 4 reverse gears. This means the driver can change speeds easily. The T8.380 has a closed center hydraulic system, which helps it lift heavy tools. It also has a comfortable cab for the driver and uses electric start. The tractor meets Tier IV emissions standards, which means it's cleaner for the environment. Compared to other tractors, the T8.380 has a very high engine size and power, and its weight is above average for its class.
ManufacturerNew HollandPower311 hp(231.9 kW)Class300+ HP tractors →Engine6-cylinderTransmissionFull Power Shift
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Key specifications
- Category
- Row Crop
- Engine power
- 311hp
- Operating weight
- 22,487 lb
- Transmission
- Full Power Shift
Category comparison
T8.380 compared with its category
vs. Row Crop medianDistribution
Engine Power (hp)
All recorded Row Crop tractors
311 hp · 94th
This model
12
Median 138 hp
283
This modelRow Crop tractorsMediann = 1,206
The T8.380 ranks at the 94th percentile for engine power among recorded row crop tractors.
Overview
About the New Holland T8.380
The New Holland T8.380 is a powerful row crop tractor built for serious farming. It has a strong 6-cylinder diesel engine made by FPT. This engine is very big, with 531 cubic inches of space inside. It can make 311 horsepower, which is a lot of power for farm work. The tractor has four-wheel drive and power steering, making it easy to control in tough fields. This tractor is big and heavy, weighing 22,487 pounds. It has a full power shift transmission with 18 forward gears and 4 reverse gears. This means the driver can change speeds easily. The T8.380 has a closed center hydraulic system, which helps it lift heavy tools. It also has a comfortable cab for the driver and uses electric start. The tractor meets Tier IV emissions standards, which means it's cleaner for the environment. Compared to other tractors, the T8.380 has a very high engine size and power, and its weight is above average for its class.
Full specifications
Recorded specifications
General
| Manufacturer | New Holland |
|---|---|
| Model | T8.380 |
| Category | Row Crop tractor |
| Type | 4x4 MFWD 4WD |
| Operating weight | 22,487lb(10,200 kg) |
Engine
| Make | FPT |
|---|---|
| Power | 311hp(231.9 kW) |
| Cylinders | 6 |
| Displacement | 531ci(8.7 L) |
| Bore | 4.61in(117 mm) |
| Stroke | 5.32in(135 mm) |
Transmission
| Type | Full Power Shift |
|---|---|
| Forward gears | 18 |
| Reverse gears | 4 |
Chassis & drive
| Chassis | 4x4 MFWD 4WD |
|---|---|
| Drive | 4WD |
| Steering | Power |
| Cab | Cab |
Hydraulics
| Type | Closed Center Pressure-Flow Compensating (PFC) |
|---|
Dimensions
| Length | 261in(6,629 mm) |
|---|---|
| Height | 132in(3,353 mm) |
| Operating weight | 22,487lb(10,200 kg) |
Closest alternatives
T8.380 compared with the nearest models by horsepower
Among row crop tractors, the New Holland T8050 and the New Holland T8.360 are closest to the New Holland T8.380 in rated horsepower. The New Holland T8050 matches it on rated power and weighs 1,610 lb more. The New Holland T8.360 makes 1 hp more and weighs 1,990 lb more, so it carries more weight per horsepower, which helps traction in draft work. Of the 3 models, the T8.380 has the lowest weight per horsepower at 72 lb per hp.
| Spec | New Holland T8.380 | New Holland T8050 | New Holland T8.360 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine power | 311 hp231.9 kW | 311 hp231.9 kW | 312 hp232.7 kW |
| Operating weight | 22,487 lb10,200 kg | 24,095 lb10,929 kg | 24,480 lb11,104 kg |
| Weight per hp | 72 lb/hp44 kg/kW | 77 lb/hp47 kg/kW | 78 lb/hp48 kg/kW |
| Displacement | 531 ci8.7 L | 540 ci8.85 L | 531 ci8.7 L |
| Cylinders | 6 | 6 | 6 |
| Transmission | Full Power Shift | Selective gear fixed ratio with power shift | Full power shift |
| Drive | 4WD | 4WD | 4WD |
Calculators
Calculators for the T8.380
PTO power
About 258 to 280 PTO hp
Estimated from the 311 hp engine rating. The calculator also estimates drawbar power by surface.
Implement sizing
Implements a 311 hp tractor can run
Maximum size is about a 37 ft rotary cutter or a 31.5 ft tiller. The calculator also sizes discs, plows and balers.
Ballast
84 lb per PTO hp as listed
Heavy draft work calls for 110 to 125 lb/hp. The calculator gives the ballast to add.
Units
311 hp is 231.9 kW
The converter gives kW and metric PS values, as used on European spec sheets.
Category medians
T8.380 vs. Row Crop median
New Holland T8.380 compared with other Row Crop tractors
| Spec | This model | Row Crop median | Difference | Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine Power | 311 hp | 138 hp | +125% | 94th |
| Engine Displacement | 531 ci | 391 ci | +36% | 93rd |
| Cylinders | 6 | 6 | at median | 50th |
| Forward Gears | 18 | 16 | +13% | 61st |
| Operating Weight | 22,487 lb | 12,307 lb | +83% | 89th |
| Length | 261 in | 180 in | +45% | 98th |
| Height | 132 in | 114 in | +16% | 92nd |
Medians and percentiles are calculated from the row crop tractors in the database that have a recorded value for each specification (sample size 1,140–1,417 models).
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FAQ
Frequently asked questions
How much horsepower does the New Holland T8.380 have?
The New Holland T8.380 produces 311 hp from its 6-cylinder engine. Engine displacement is 531 ci.
How much does the New Holland T8.380 weigh?
The New Holland T8.380 weighs about 22,487 lb in operating condition.
What transmission is in the New Holland T8.380?
Transmission on the New Holland T8.380 is Full Power Shift, with 18 forward speeds.
What hydraulics does the New Holland T8.380 have?
The New Holland T8.380 uses a Closed Center Pressure-Flow Compensating (PFC) hydraulic system.
What three-point hitch category does the New Holland T8.380 use?
The New Holland T8.380 has a Category III/IIIN three-point hitch.
What maintenance does the New Holland T8.380 require?
The New Holland T8.380 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.