John Deere 2550 vs Steyr 8085
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The John Deere 2550 and the Steyr 8085 deliver the same power: 72 HP.
- The Steyr 8085 is the more recent model: production started in 1988, versus 1983 for the John Deere 2550.
- The Steyr 8085 offers a higher rear lift capacity: 2600 kg versus 1240 kg.
Full specs comparison
| John Deere 2550 | Steyr 8085 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 72 HP | 72 HP |
| Production years | 1983–1986 | 1988–1993 |
| Fuel | — | Diesel |
| Cylinders | — | 4 |
| Displacement | 3.9 L | 3.5 L |
| Weight | — | 2 900 kg |
| Drive | 2WD or 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission | Synchronized | Synchronized |
| Gears (fwd/rev) | 8 / 4 | 16 / 8 |
| Rear lift capacity | 1 240 kg | 2 600 kg |
| Wheelbase | 226 cm | 214 cm |
| Length | — | 368 cm |
| Cab | Yes | — |