John Deere 8R 490 vs John Deere 9470RT
Verdict: John Deere 8R 490 vs John Deere 9470RT
The John Deere 8R 490 and the John Deere 9470RT are both tractors — here is how they stack up on the figures that matter. John Deere 8R 490 leads on rated power with 483 hp against 470 hp. John Deere 8R 490 is the lighter machine (19,592 kg vs 20,371 kg), which helps on soft ground and transport, while the heavier model carries more ballast for traction-limited draft work. John Deere 8R 490 is the newer design (2027 vs 2015). In short: choose the John Deere 8R 490 for outright pulling power, or the John Deere 9470RT 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.