John Deere 8R 540 vs John Deere 8RX 540

Verdict: John Deere 8R 540 vs John Deere 8RX 540

The John Deere 8R 540 and the John Deere 8RX 540 are both tractors — here is how they stack up on the figures that matter. Both are rated at the same 533 hp. John Deere 8R 540 is the lighter machine (19,592 kg vs 21,949 kg), which helps on soft ground and transport, while the heavier model carries more ballast for traction-limited draft work. John Deere 8RX 540 holds more fuel (1122.6 L vs 934.9 L) for longer stints between fills. Use the full side-by-side spec tables below to weigh the details against your own operation, and confirm with a dealer demo.