John Deere 8200, 8300, 8400, 8500 – specs, opinions & photos

John Deere 8200, 8300, 8400, 8500 – specs, opinions & photos

Looking for information on John Deere 8200, 8300, 8400, 8500 self-propelled forage harvesters? In this article, you’ll find answers to questions such as:

  • How much horsepower does each model produce?
  • What is the working width of each model?
  • Are they equipped with a metal detector?
  • Were any 4WD versions available?

The technical specifications table makes it easy to compare the different forage harvesters, while user reviews can help you choose the right model.


Technical specifications of the John Deere 8200, 8300, 8400, 8500 self-propelled forage harvesters:

John Deere 8200
John Deere 8300
John Deere 8400
John Deere 8500

John Deere 8200

  • Years of production: 2018-2026
  • Maximum engine power (hp): 431
  • Maximum travel speed (km/h): 20
  • Minimum pick-up width (cm): 255
  • Gross weight (kg): –

John Deere 8300

  • Years of production: 2018-2026
  • Maximum engine power (hp): 490
  • Maximum travel speed (km/h): 20
  • Minimum pick-up width (cm): 255
  • Gross weight (kg): –

John Deere 8400

  • Years of production: 2018-2026
  • Maximum engine power (hp): 540
  • Maximum travel speed (km/h): 20
  • Minimum pick-up width (cm): 255
  • Gross weight (kg): –

John Deere 8500

  • Years of production: 2018-2026
  • Maximum engine power (hp): 585
  • Maximum travel speed (km/h): 20
  • Minimum pick-up width (cm): 255
  • Gross weight (kg): –

Detailed information and a comparison of the forage harvesters can be found in the technical data sheet below.

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Technical data sheet for the John Deere 8200, 8300, 8400, 8500 self-propelled forage harvesters:

Comparison of self-propelled forage harvester specifications
Model John Deere 8200 John Deere 8300 John Deere 8400 John Deere 8500
Years of production 2018-2026 2018-2026 2018-2026 2018-2026
Engine manufacturer John Deere John Deere John Deere John Deere
Engine model / type 6090H2014 6135H2014 6135H2014 6135H2014
Engine displacement (cm³) 9000 13500 13500 13500
Number of cylinders 6 6 6 6
Maximum engine power (hp) 431 490 540 585

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20 20 20 20
Four-wheel drive (4WD) No No No No
Minimum pick-up width (cm) 255 255 255 255
Maximum pick-up width (cm) 300 300 300 300
Metal detector No No No No
Pneumatic brake system No No No No

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Overall length (cm) 650 650 650 660
Transport width (cm) 350 350 350 370
Overall height (cm) 389 389 389 389
Gross weight (kg)
Front tyre size 900/60 R42 900/60 R42 900/60 R42 900/60 R42
Rear tyre size 620/70 R30 620/70 R30 620/70 R30 620/70 R30

Fuel consumption and user reviews of the John Deere 8200, 8300, 8400, 8500 self-propelled forage harvesters:

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