John Deere 8285R vs John Deere 8R 280

Verdict: John Deere 8285R vs John Deere 8R 280

The John Deere 8285R and the John Deere 8R 280 are both tractors — here is how they stack up on the figures that matter. John Deere 8285R leads on rated power with 285 hp against 280 hp. John Deere 8R 280 is the lighter machine (12,610 kg vs 27,218 kg), which helps on soft ground and transport, while the heavier model carries more ballast for traction-limited draft work. John Deere 8R 280 holds more fuel (726.7 L vs 694.9 L) for longer stints between fills. John Deere 8R 280 is the newer design (2019 vs 2011). In short: choose the John Deere 8285R for outright pulling power, or the John Deere 8R 280 if a tighter budget and lighter footprint matter more. Compare the full spec tables below before booking a demo.