Fendt 722 Vario vs John Deere 8300
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The Fendt 722 Vario and the John Deere 8300 deliver the same power: 222 HP.
- The Fendt 722 Vario is the more recent model: production started in 2012, versus 1995 for the John Deere 8300.
Full specs comparison
| Fendt 722 Vario | John Deere 8300 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 222 HP | 222 HP |
| Production years | 2012+ | 1995–1999 |
| Fuel | Electric | Diesel |
| Cylinders | 6 | 6 |
| Displacement | 6.1 L | 7.6 L |
| Weight | 7 980 kg | — |
| Drive | 4WD | 2WD or 4WD |
| Transmission | CVT | Power shift |
| Gears (fwd/rev) | — | 16 / 4 |
| Rear lift capacity | — | 5 307 kg |
| Wheelbase | 278 cm | 311 cm |
| Length | 524 cm | 524 cm |
| Cab | Yes | Yes |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the Fendt 722 Vario or the John Deere 8300?
The Fendt 722 Vario and the John Deere 8300 deliver the same power: 222 HP.
Which is more recent, the Fendt 722 Vario or the John Deere 8300?
The Fendt 722 Vario is the more recent model: production started in 2012, versus 1995 for the John Deere 8300.

