John Deere 8520 vs New Holland TG305
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The John Deere 8520 is more powerful than the New Holland TG305: 305 HP versus 304 HP (+1 HP, +0%).
- The New Holland TG305 is the more recent model: production started in 2006, versus 2002 for the John Deere 8520.
- The John Deere 8520 offers a higher rear lift capacity: 6885 kg versus 6790 kg.
Full specs comparison
| John Deere 8520 | New Holland TG305 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 305 HP | 304 HP |
| Production years | 2002–2005 | 2006–2007 |
| Fuel | — | Diesel |
| Cylinders | — | 6 |
| Displacement | 8.1 L | 8.3 L |
| Drive | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission | Power shift | Power shift |
| Gears (fwd/rev) | 16 / 4 | 18 / 4 |
| Rear lift capacity | 6 885 kg | 6 790 kg |
| Wheelbase | 298 cm | 307 cm |
| Length | 538 cm | — |
| Cab | Yes | Yes |