John Deere 4960 vs John Deere 8310
Verdict: John Deere 4960 vs John Deere 8310
The John Deere 4960 and the John Deere 8310 are both tractors — here is how they stack up on the figures that matter. John Deere 8310 leads on rated power with 205 hp against 203 hp. John Deere 8310 is the lighter machine (8,402 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 8310 is the newer design (1999 vs 1992). In short: choose the John Deere 8310 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.