John Deere 8R 250 vs Massey Ferguson 8280
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The John Deere 8R 250 and the Massey Ferguson 8280 deliver the same power: 250 HP.
- The John Deere 8R 250 is the more recent model: production started in 2019, versus 1999 for the Massey Ferguson 8280.
- The John Deere 8R 250 is heavier: 12610 kg versus 9770 kg for the Massey Ferguson 8280.
- The Massey Ferguson 8280 offers a higher rear lift capacity: 10000 kg versus 6894 kg.
Full specs comparison
| John Deere 8R 250 | Massey Ferguson 8280 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 250 HP | 250 HP |
| Production years | 2019+ | 1999–2003 |
| Fuel | Diesel | Diesel |
| Cylinders | 6 | 6 |
| Displacement | 9 L | 8.4 L |
| Weight | 12 610 kg | 9 770 kg |
| Drive | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission | Power shift | Power shift |
| Gears (fwd/rev) | 16 / 5 | 18 / 6 |
| Rear lift capacity | 6 894 kg | 10 000 kg |
| Wheelbase | 308 cm | 307 cm |
| Length | 642 cm | — |
| Cab | Yes | Yes |

