Fendt 726 Vario vs John Deere 8260R
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The John Deere 8260R is more powerful than the Fendt 726 Vario: 260 HP versus 258 HP (+2 HP, +1%).
- The Fendt 726 Vario is the more recent model: production started in 2023, versus 2011 for the John Deere 8260R.
- The Fendt 726 Vario offers a higher rear lift capacity: 11267 kg versus 6032 kg.
Full specs comparison
| Fendt 726 Vario | John Deere 8260R | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 258 HP | 260 HP |
| Production years | 2023+ | 2011–2013 |
| Fuel | Diesel | Diesel |
| Cylinders | 6 | 6 |
| Displacement | 7.5 L | 9 L |
| Drive | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission | CVT | Power shift |
| Gears (fwd/rev) | — | 16 / 4 |
| Rear lift capacity | 11 267 kg | 6 032 kg |
| Wheelbase | 290 cm | 305 cm |
| Length | 551 cm | 619 cm |
| Cab | Yes | Yes |