John Deere 8400: all source data

All 71 values recorded for this model, as the source lists them and in its units. The spec sheet shows the same data checked, typed and converted.

Overview

Production
ManufacturerJohn Deere
(no label)Row-Crop tractor
(no label)Built in Waterloo, Iowa, USA
Engine
(no label)John Deere 8.1L 6-cyl diesel
Transmission
(no label)16-speed full power shift
Power
PTO (claimed)225 hp | 167.8 kW
Drawbar (tested)202.28 hp | 150.8 kW
PTO (tested)252.21 hp | 188.1 kW
Mechanical
(no label)Four-wheel drive
Final drivesinboard planetary
Differential lockelectro-hydraulic
(no label)Power steering
(no label)Differential hydraulic wet disc brakes
(no label)CommandView Cab standard. Row-Trak guidance optional.
Capacity
Fuel135 gal | 511.0 L
Hydraulic system37 gal | 140.0 L
Front hubs3.2 qts (each) | 3.0 L
Front diff.11.5 qts | 10.9 L
Hydraulics
Typeclosed center pressure-flow compensated (PFC)
Capacity37 gal | 140.0 L
Pressure2900 psi | 200.0 bar
Valves3 to 5
SCV flow30 gpm | 113.6 lpm
Hitch
Rear TypeIII/IIIN
Controlelectro-hydraulic draft sensing
Rear lift11700 lbs | 5307 kg
Rear lift15650 lbs | 7098 kg
Pto
Rear PTOindependent
Clutchhydraulic wet disc
Rear PTO Type1000 (1.75)
Rear PTO Type1000 (1.375)
Rear PTO Type540 (1.375)
Engine RPM540@1930
Engine RPM1000@2200
Dimensions
Wheelbase116.1 inches | 294 cm
Weight18709 to 19190 pounds
Front tire14.9R34
Rear tire18.4R46
Serial location
(no label)Serial number plate on the rear of the tractor, above the PTO shaft.
Electrical
Groundnegative
Charging systemalternator
Charging amps140
Batteries2
Battery CCA925
Battery volts12

Engine

Engine detail
(no label)John Deere
(no label)turbocharged aftercooled diesel
(no label)6-cylinder 12-valve
(no label)liquid-cooled inline
Displacement496 ci | 8.1 L
Bore/Stroke4.56x5.06 inches | 116 x 129 mm
Compression15.1:1
Rated RPM2200
Starter volts12
Oil capacity29.6 qts | 28.0 L
Coolant capacity (Coolant)30 qts | 28.4 L

Transmission

Transmission
TransmissionJohn Deere PowerShift
Typefull power shift
Gears16 forward and 4 reverse
Clutchhydraulic wet disc
Oil capacity148 qts | 140.1 L

Dimensions

Tires
Standard tires (ag)Front: 14.9R34. Rear: 18.4R46
Dimensions
Wheelbase116.1 inches | 294 cm
Length206.5 inches | 524 cm
Height (cab)120.2 inches | 305 cm
Clearance (front axle)23.2 inches | 58 cm
Rack and pinion rear axle (Rack and pinion)4.331 by 118.5 inches | 110 by 3009 mm
Front tread60 to 88 inches | 152 to 223 cm
Weight
Shipping18709 lbs | 8486 kg
Operating19190 lbs | 8704 kg
Ballasted29562 lbs | 13409 kg