John Deere 4960 vs John Deere 8230T

Verdict: John Deere 4960 vs John Deere 8230T

The John Deere 4960 and the John Deere 8230T are both tractors — here is how they stack up on the figures that matter. Both are rated at the same 203 hp. John Deere 8230T is the lighter machine (12,439 kg vs 18,978 kg), which helps on soft ground and transport, while the heavier model carries more ballast for traction-limited draft work. John Deere 8230T is the newer design (2006 vs 1992). Use the full side-by-side spec tables below to weigh the details against your own operation, and confirm with a dealer demo.