John Deere 4955 vs John Deere 8400T

Verdict: John Deere 4955 vs John Deere 8400T

The John Deere 4955 and the John Deere 8400T are both tractors — here is how they stack up on the figures that matter. John Deere 8400T leads on rated power with 227 hp against 225 hp. John Deere 4955 is the lighter machine (8,332 kg vs 11,340 kg), which helps on soft ground and transport, while the heavier model carries more ballast for traction-limited draft work. John Deere 8400T is the newer design (1997 vs 1988). In short: choose the John Deere 8400T for outright pulling power, or the John Deere 4955 if a tighter budget and lighter footprint matter more. Compare the full spec tables below before booking a demo.