John Deere 8R 440 vs John Deere 9430T

Verdict: John Deere 8R 440 vs John Deere 9430T

The John Deere 8R 440 and the John Deere 9430T are both tractors — here is how they stack up on the figures that matter. John Deere 9430T leads on rated power with 439 hp against 434 hp. John Deere 8R 440 is the lighter machine (19,592 kg vs 20,051 kg), which helps on soft ground and transport, while the heavier model carries more ballast for traction-limited draft work. John Deere 9430T holds more fuel (1,249.2 L vs 934.9 L) for longer stints between fills. John Deere 8R 440 is the newer design (2027 vs 2007). In short: choose the John Deere 9430T for outright pulling power, or the John Deere 8R 440 if a tighter budget and lighter footprint matter more. Compare the full spec tables below before booking a demo.