John Deere 8430 vs John Deere 8440

Verdict: John Deere 8430 vs John Deere 8440

The John Deere 8430 and the John Deere 8440 are both tractors — here is how they stack up on the figures that matter. John Deere 8440 leads on rated power with 180 hp against 178 hp. John Deere 8440 is the lighter machine (12,061 kg vs 22,010 kg), which helps on soft ground and transport, while the heavier model carries more ballast for traction-limited draft work. John Deere 8440 is the newer design (1979 vs 1975). In short: choose the John Deere 8440 for outright pulling power, or the John Deere 8430 if a tighter budget and lighter footprint matter more. Compare the full spec tables below before booking a demo.