John Deere 8260R Specifications

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Engine Horsepower: 260 hp

Manufactured: 2011 to 2013

John Deere 8260R Summary

The John Deere 8260R, produced from 2011 to 2013, features a gross engine horsepower of 260 hp, with a maximum of 286 hp. This tractor was manufactured in Waterloo, Iowa, and is part of the 8R Series of row-crop tractors. It offered increased three-point hitch lift capacity for the 2012 model year. Variants include different rear and front hitch options with varying lift capacities.

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John Deere 8260R Horsepower, Weight, and Specifications:

General Information

What are the general specifications of the John Deere 8260R?

  • Model: John Deere 8260R
  • Years Produced: 2011 to 2013
  • Series: 8R Series
  • Type: Row-Crop tractor
  • Manufacturer: John Deere
  • Factory Location: Waterloo, Iowa, USA
  • Original Price: $197,133 (2011)

Horsepower

What is the horsepower of the John Deere 8260R?

  • Engine (gross): 260 hp / 193.9 kW
  • Engine (max): 286 hp / 213.3 kW
  • PTO (claimed): 216 hp / 161.1 kW
  • Drawbar (tested): 202.71 hp / 151.2 kW
  • PTO (tested): 262.76 hp / 195.9 kW

Engine

What are the engine specifications of the John Deere 8260R?

  • Type: John Deere 9.0L 6-cylinder diesel
  • Fuel Tank Capacity: 183.6 gal / 694.9 L

Mechanical

What is the mechanical setup of the John Deere 8260R?

  • Chassis: 4x4 MFWD 4WD
  • Differential Lock: Hydraulic rear lock, front lock on 1500 and ILS front axles
  • Steering: Hydrostatic power, ActiveCommand Steering (ACS) optional
  • Brakes: Differential hydraulic wet disc
  • Trailer Brakes: Hydraulic and air optional
  • Cab: CommandView II cab, standard with heat and air-conditioning
  • Transmissions: 16-speed full power shift, infinitely variable transmission (IVT)

Hydraulics

What are the hydraulic specifications of the John Deere 8260R?

  • Type: Closed center pressure-flow compensated
  • Pressure: 2900 psi / 200.0 bar
  • Rear Valves: 3 to 5
  • Pump Flow: 35 gpm / 132.5 lpm
  • Total Flow: 44 gpm / 166.5 lpm (60 gpm / 227.1 lpm optional)

Tractor Hitch

What are the hitch specifications of the John Deere 8260R?

  • Rear Type: 3/3N, 4N/3
  • Rear Lift (at 24\"/610mm):
    • 13,300 lbs / 6032 kg (3/3N 2011)
    • 17,300 lbs / 7847 kg (3/3N 2011)
    • 18,300 lbs / 8300 kg (4N/3 2011)
    • 13,600 lbs / 6168 kg (3/3N 2012)
    • 17,600 lbs / 7983 kg (3/3N 2012)
    • 18,700 lbs / 8482 kg (4N/3 2012)
  • Front Hitch: 3N/2 (optional)
  • Front Lift (at ends):
    • 8,800 lbs / 3991 kg
    • 11,450 lbs / 5193 kg
    • 12,300 lbs / 5579 kg

Power Take-off (PTO)

What are the PTO specifications of the John Deere 8260R?

  • Rear PTO: Independent
  • Rear RPM: 1000 (1-3/4), 1000 (1-3/8 optional), 540 (1-3/8 optional)

Dimensions & Tires

What are the dimensions and tire specifications of the John Deere 8260R?

  • Wheelbase:
    • 120.1 inches / 305 cm (1300 MFWD)
    • 118.9 inches / 302 cm (1500/ILS)
  • Weight: 27,218 to 30,252 pounds
  • Front Tire: 420/90R30
  • Rear Tire: 480/80R46

Electrical

What are the electrical specifications of the John Deere 8260R?

  • Ground: Negative
  • Charging System: Alternator
  • Charging Amps: 200
  • Batteries: 2
  • Battery CCA: 925
  • Battery Volts: 12
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