| Manufacturer |
John Deere |
| Price |
505,194(USD) |
| Model |
8RT 340 |
| Equipment Type |
Agricultural Crawler Tractors |
| Factory |
Waterloo, Iowa, USA |
KEY SPECS
| Engine description |
John Deere PowerTech PVS 9.0 L (B20 diesel compatible) |
| Engine displacement |
9 L/549 cu in. |
| Rated engine power |
ECE-R120: 250 kW/340 hp |
| Maximum engine power |
ECE-R120: 275 kW/374 hp |
| Rated PTO power (hp SAE) |
211 kW/284 hp |
| Transmission type |
Standard: e23 PowerShift with Efficiency Manager 40K, 40 km/h (24.9 mph)/Optional: John Deere AutoPowr IVT 40K, 0.05-42 km/h (0.03-26 mph) |
| Hydraulic pump rated output |
Standard: 85-cc pump: 227.1 L/min/60 gpm/Optional: 85-cc plus 35-cc dual pump: 321 L/min/85 gpm |
| Rear hitch category (SAE designation) |
Standard: Category 4N/3 standard lift at 610 mm (24 in.) behind hitchpoint: 9072 kg/20,000 lb/Optional: Category 4N/3 at 610 mm (24 in.) behind hitchpoint: 6803 kg/15,000 lb |
| Base machine weight |
e23, 63.5-cm (25-in.) tracks: 15,600 kg/34,400 lb |
ENGINE SPECIFICATIONS
The John Deere 8RT 340 tractor is powered by a highly efficient 9.0 L PowerTech PVS engine, offering compatibility with B20 diesel, thus enhancing fuel flexibility. With a robust final Tier 4 emission level facilitated by advanced after-treatment systems including DOC, DPF, and SCR, this tractor meets stringent environmental regulations while optimizing performance at a rated speed of 2100 rpm. The wet-sleeve cylinder liners provide increased durability and ease of maintenance, essential for prolonged operational use in demanding agricultural settings.
| Description |
John Deere PowerTech PVS 9.0 L (B20 diesel compatible) |
| Engine type |
Diesel, in-line, 6-cylinder, wet-sleeve cylinder liners with four valves in head |
| Engine family |
JJDXL09.0308 |
| Rated speed |
2100 rpm |
| Aspiration |
Single, variable geometry turbo; air-to-air aftercooling and cooled exhaust gas recirculation |
| Cylinders liners |
Wet-sleeve |
| Emission level |
Final Tier 4 |
| After treatment type |
Diesel oxidation catalyst (DOC)/diesel particulate filter (DPF)/selective catalytic reduction (SCR) |
| Displacement |
9 L/549 cu in. |
ENGINE PERFORMANCE
The John Deere 8RT 340 tractor delivers a robust performance with a rated power of 340 hp and a maximum engine power of 374 hp, demonstrating a significant power boost potential of 10%. With a peak torque of 1592 Nm at 1600 rpm and a PTO torque rise of 40%, this tractor excels in demanding applications such as heavy tillage and loading tasks. However, operators should be mindful of the increased power and torque management to avoid overstressing the drivetrain in prolonged high-load scenarios.
| Rated power |
ECE-R120: 250 kW/340 hp |
| Rated PTO power (hp SAE) |
211 kW/284 hp |
| Power boost |
10 percent |
| Maximum engine power |
ECE-R120: 275 kW/374 hp |
| Engine peak torque |
At 1600 rpm: 1592 Nm/1174 lb-ft |
| PTO torque rise |
40 percent |
TRANSMISSION
The John Deere 8RT 340 features the e23 PowerShift transmission with Efficiency Manager for optimal fuel efficiency and a top speed of 40 km/h (24.9 mph). Alternatively, the AutoPowr IVT transmission offers seamless speed variation from 0.05 to 42 km/h (0.03 to 26 mph), enhancing maneuverability in varied field conditions. The choice between these transmissions allows operators to select optimal performance for either transport efficiency or precision control during fieldwork.
| Type |
Standard: e23 PowerShift with Efficiency Manager 40K, 40 km/h/24.9 mph/Optional: John Deere AutoPowr IVT 40K, 0.05-42 km/h (0.03-26 mph) |
HYDRAULIC SYSTEM
| Type |
Closed-center, pressure/flow compensated system with load sensing |
| Pump rated output |
Standard: 85-cc pump: 227.1 L/min/60 gpm/Optional: 85-cc plus 35-cc dual pump: 321 L/min/85 gpm |
| Available flow at a single rear SCV |
1.3-cm (1/2-in.) couplers: 132 L/min/35 gpm/1.9-cm (3/4-in.) coupler: 159 L/min/42 gpm |
| Number of rear selective control valves (SCVs) |
Standard: 1.3-cm (1/2-in.) ISO couplers: 8/Optional: 1.3-cm (1/2-in.) ISO couplers: 5 and 6 available/1.9-cm (3/4-in.) ISO coupler: 5 |
| SCV control |
Electronic |
REAR HITCH
| Hitch category (SAE designation) |
Standard: Category 4N/3 standard lift at 610 mm (24 in.) behind hitchpoint: 9072 kg/20,000 lb/Optional: Category 4N/3 at 610 mm (24 in.) behind hitchpoint: 6803 kg/15,000 lb |
| Maximum lift capacity behind lift points |
Standard (at 610-mm [24-in.] behind hitch point): 12,124 kg/26,729 lb |
| Sensing type |
Electrohydraulic |
DRAWBAR
| Drawbar category |
Standard: Category 4/Optional: Category 4 with heavy-duty support |
| Maximum vertical load |
Standard: 2245 kg/4950 lb/Optional (dependent on drawbar position): 4990 kg/11,000 lb |
REAR POWER TAKE-OFF (PTO)
| Type |
Independent/Standard: 44 mm (1.75 in.) 20-spline, 1,000 rpm/Optional: 44 mm (1.75 in.), 20-spline, 1,000 rpm capable of 35 mm (1.375 in.) 540/1000 rpm/44 mm (1.75 in.) 20-spline, 1,000 rpm/1,000E rpm |
| Engine rpm (at rated PTO speeds) |
IVT: 1,000 PTO rpm at 2,000 engine rpm, 1,000 ECO PTO at 1594 engine rpm, 540 PTO rpm at 1,814 engine rpm/e23 PowerShift: 1,000 PTO rpm at 1,995 engine rpm, 1,000 ECO PTO at 1,590 engine rpm, 540 PTO rpm at 1,810 engine rpm |
| Multispeed PTO option availability |
Available: 45-mm (1.75-in.), 1000-rpm and 1000E economy rpm PTO, in-cab shiftable |
| PTO actuation |
Electrohydraulic with adjustable modulation |
REAR AXLE
| Final drive type |
Inboard planetary three pinion |
TRACKS
| Tread spacing |
Standard: 1,828.8 to 3,048 mm/72 - 120 in. |
| Drive type |
Camso® 4500 and 6500 General Ag Series - friction drive track belts |
| Track width |
Standard: 635 mm/25 in./Available: 406 mm/16 in./457 mm/18 in./609 mm/24 in./762 mm/60 in. |
| Midrollers |
Three |
STEERING
| Type |
Standard: Speed-sensitive, hydrostatic, differential: 406-mm (16-in.) diameter steering wheel - 1.8 turns lock-to-lock |
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
| Alternator size |
Standard: 200 amp/Optional: 330 amp |
| Battery options |
12 V |
| Working lights |
Standard: 18 halogen/Available: 18 LED/22 LED |
| Type of bulb in headlight (Halogen, Zenon, LED) |
/Standard: halogen, 65 W/Available: LED |
| Total cold cranking amps |
1,850 CCA |
OPERATOR STATION
| Seat |
Degree of seat swivel, left hand/25 degree (angle)/Degree of seat swivel, right hand/40 degree (angle)/Standard: air suspension |
| Cab suspension |
Standard: four-post cab suspension |
| Instructional seat |
Standard |
| Display |
Standard: Generation 4 4100 CommandCenter with 17.8-cm (7-in.) display/Optional: Generation 4 4600 CommandCenter with 25.4-cm (10-in.) display |
| Radio |
Standard: AM/FM stereo with weatherband, remote controls, auxiliary input jack, four speakers and external antenna |
| Inner cab volume |
3.24 m3/114 cu ft |
| Cab glass area |
6.52 m2/70.18 sq ft |
WEIGHT
| Base machine weight |
e23, 63.5-cm (25-in.) tracks: 15,600 kg/34,400 lb |
| Maximum ballast level |
17,690 kg/39,000 lb |
| Maximum permissible weight |
19,958 kg/44,000 lb |
CAPACITIES
| Crankcase oil volume |
25 L/6.8 U.S. gal. |
| Fuel tank |
764 L/202 U.S. gal. |
| Diesel exhaust fluid (DEF) tank |
31.3 L/8.3 U.S. gal. |
| Cooling system |
40.3 L/10.6 U.S. gal. |
| Transmission-hydraulic system |
180 L/47.5 U.S. gal. |
SERVICEABILITY
| Interval for engine oil change |
500 hours |
| Interval for hydraulic/transmission oil change |
1,500 hours |
| Interval for engine coolant change |
6,000 hours |
PRECISION AG
| Guidance |
Integrated AutoTrac |
| Telematic |
Available with JDLink hardware, activations, and Ethernet harnesses (availability dependent upon destination) |
| Remote diagnostics |
Available with activated JDLink hardware and activations |
MISCELLANEOUS
| Country of manufacture |
USA |
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
