John Deere 4960 vs John Deere 8300T
Verdict: John Deere 4960 vs John Deere 8300T
The John Deere 4960 and the John Deere 8300T are both tractors — here is how they stack up on the figures that matter. John Deere 8300T leads on rated power with 204 hp against 203 hp. John Deere 4960 is the lighter machine (18,978 kg vs 23,650 kg), which helps on soft ground and transport, while the heavier model carries more ballast for traction-limited draft work. John Deere 8300T is the newer design (1997 vs 1992). In short: choose the John Deere 8300T for outright pulling power, or the John Deere 4960 if a tighter budget and lighter footprint matter more. Compare the full spec tables below before booking a demo.
Fit score weighs budget, operation size, crop match and data confidence against the details above. It’s guidance, not advice — always confirm with a dealer demo.


