John Deere 8430
Power
305 hp
Production
2006-2009
Engine
Variable geometry turbocharger diesel, 6-cylinder 24-valve
Transmission
John Deere PowerShift
Drive
4WD
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Introduction
Production Information of John Deere, 8430
The production information of the tractor (8430) includes details about its manufacturing.
| Row-Crop tractor |
| Built in Waterloo, Iowa, USA |
| Manufacturer | John Deere |
|---|
Dimension and Tires Information of John Deere, 8430
This section sums up the dimension and tires information of the tractor.
| Wheelbase | 118.9 inches (ILS) [302 cm] |
|---|---|
| Ground clearance | 17.4 inches [44 cm] |
| Height | 122.9 inches [312 cm] |
| 120.1 inches (MFWD) [305 cm] | |
| Length | 219.1 inches [556 cm] |
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Engine Specifications of John Deere, 8430
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| John Deere PowerTech |
| Liquid-cooled inline |
| Variable geometry turbocharger diesel |
| 6-cylinder 24-valve |
| 29.5 qts (ILS) [27.9 L] | |
| Oil capacity | 25.5 qts [24.1 L] |
| Maximum Power (gross) | 330 hp [246.1 kW] |
| Coolant capacity | 42.3 qts [40.0 L] |
| Compression | 16.3:1 |
| Rated RPM | 2100 |
| Air cleaner | Dual paper elements |
| Displacement | 548 ci [9.0 L] |
| Rated Power (gross) | 305 hp [227.4 kW] |
| Bore/Stroke | 4.661x5.354 inches [118 x 136 mm] |
| Starter volts | 12 |
| Operating RPM | 1500-2100 |
| Idle RPM | 900-2200 |
Transmission Information of John Deere, 8430Y
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Transmission variants 1
| Full power shift transmission operated with right-hand control lever. Transmission defaults to gear 7-forward and 2-reverse on startup, although this may be re-programmed. Automatic PowerShift (APS) enables automatic shifting to maintain engine load. |
| Transmission | John Deere PowerShift |
|---|---|
| Oil capacity | 160 qts [151.4 L] |
| Clutch | Hydraulic wet disc |
| Type | Full power shift |
| 168 qts (ILS) [159.0 L] | |
| Gears | 16 forward and 4 reverse |
Transmission variants 2
| IVT available with 40 or 50 kph (25 or 31 mph) maximum speed. With maximum speed set to less than 2 kph the transmission automatically enters creeper mode. |
| Transmission | John Deere Infinitely Variable Transmission (IVT) |
|---|---|
| Gears | Infinite forward and reverse |
Mechanical Specs of John Deere, 8430Y
This section summarizes all mechanical information such as the brake system and other specifications.
| CommandView cab standard. |
| Wet disc brakes |
| Power steering |
| Drive | 4x4 Independent Link Suspension MFWD 4WD (ILS) |
|---|---|
| 4x4 MFWD 4WD |
Power Information of John Deere, 8430Y
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| Rear PTO | Independent |
|---|---|
| 1000@2000 | |
| Engine RPM | 540@1817 |
| Rear PTO Type | 1000 |
| 540/1000 (optional) |
Hydraulics Specifications of John Deere, 8430
Hydraulic system type, pressure, pump flow and valves.
| 60 gpm (optional) [227.1 lpm] | |
| Type | Closed center PFC |
| Pump flow | 31.7 gpm [120.0 lpm] |
| Valves | 3 to 5 |
| Capacity | 9.5 gal [36.0 L] |
| Total flow | 44 gpm [166.5 lpm] |
| 14.5 gal (with aux reservoir) [54.9 L] |
Three-Point Hitch of John Deere, 8430
Hitch category and rear/front lift capacity.
| Rear Type | III |
|---|---|
| 18,300 lbs (optional) [8300 kg] | |
| IV (optional) | |
| Rear lift | 17,300 lbs [7847 kg] |
Electrical System of John Deere, 8430
Battery voltage, charging system and ground.
| Ground | Negative |
|---|---|
| Battery CCA | 925 |
| Batteries | 2 |
| Charging system | Alternator |
| Battery volts | 12 |
| Charging amps | 200 |
Frequently asked questions
How much horsepower does the John Deere 8430 have?
The John Deere 8430 delivers 305 HP.
What years was the John Deere 8430 produced?
The John Deere 8430 was produced in 2006-2009.
What engine does the John Deere 8430 have?
The John Deere 8430 is powered by a Variable geometry turbocharger diesel, 6-cylinder 24-valve engine.
What transmission does the John Deere 8430 use?
The John Deere 8430 uses a John Deere PowerShift transmission.
Is the John Deere 8430 4WD?
The John Deere 8430 is available in 4WD.