John Deere 4450 vs Valmet 8550
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The John Deere 4450 and the Valmet 8550 deliver the same power: 158 HP.
- The Valmet 8550 is the more recent model: production started in 1995, versus 1983 for the John Deere 4450.
- The John Deere 4450 is heavier: 6985 kg versus 5198 kg for the Valmet 8550.
- The Valmet 8550 offers a higher rear lift capacity: 6999 kg versus 2854 kg.
Full specs comparison
| John Deere 4450 | Valmet 8550 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 158 HP | 158 HP |
| Production years | 1983–1988 | 1995–2002 |
| Fuel | Diesel | Diesel |
| Cylinders | 6 | 6 |
| Displacement | 7.6 L | 7.4 L |
| Weight | 6 985 kg | 5 198 kg |
| Drive | 2WD or 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission | Partial power shift | Power shift |
| Gears (fwd/rev) | 16 / 6 | — |
| Rear lift capacity | 2 854 kg | 6 999 kg |
| Wheelbase | 271 cm | 255 cm |
| Length | — | 494 cm |
| Cab | Yes | Yes |