{"id":24971,"date":"2019-01-29T14:32:34","date_gmt":"2019-01-29T04:32:34","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.machines4u.com.au\/mag\/?p=24971"},"modified":"2022-08-25T14:31:50","modified_gmt":"2022-08-25T04:31:50","slug":"equipment-focus-john-deere-8360rt","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.machines4u.com.au\/mag\/equipment-focus-john-deere-8360rt\/","title":{"rendered":"Equipment Focus: John Deere 8360RT"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.machines4u.com.au\/brand\/john-deere\/8360rt\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">John Deere 8360RT<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> is ideal for those who have heavy-duty (and we mean heavy duty!) ag work to get done. It is one of the biggest John Deere tractors out there. <\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">John Deere 8360RT Track Tractor Overview<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Released in late 2010, the 8360RT brought the same reliability of the previous model, but with a bit more power and bells and whistles. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u201cFirst and foremost, customers will notice new styles and new lights on the front grill. But quickly when they step into it, they\u2019ll notice that the power levels have increased by about a 10-15 percent power increase depending on the model,\u201d Cody Dicken told <\/span><a href=\"http:\/\/agwired.com\/2010\/09\/07\/john-deere-brings-new-generation-of-8r-tractors-to-the-fields\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">AgWired<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> soon after launch.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This tractor belongs to the John Deere 8RT Series tracked tractors, built with an impressive number of smart features, a huge undercarriage and one of the longest wheelbases in the market. It\u2019s the largest in its family with a PTO horsepower of 305 HP. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">We\u2019ve found a quick 30-second clip of this tractor in the field. Give it a watch below. <\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The John Deere 8360RT in action <\/span><\/h2>\n<p><iframe src=\"\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/ut1bjZO4NFw\" width=\"560\" height=\"314\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\"><\/iframe><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400; font-size: 8pt;\">Disclaimer: This video may showcase an overseas model. Configurations may differ from the Australian model.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Key Features Of The 8360RT Track Tractor<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-24973\" src=\"\/mag\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/01\/8360RT-1.jpg\" alt=\"John Deere 8360RT tracked tractor\" width=\"423\" height=\"343\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Deemed by Deere as \u201cthe most intelligent tractors in the world\u201d, the 8 Series, and the 8360RT, have a lot to live up to. So what makes them so sma-\u201cRT\u201d?<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.machines4u.com.au\/brand\/john-deere\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">John Deere<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> spent a lot of time (and resources) designing a powerful heavy-duty tractor. And while this machine has plenty of muscle, the 8360RT is also designed to make the operator\u2019s life much, much easier. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">As Brad Davis from <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.machines4u.com.au\/directory\/Chesterfield-Australia\/494\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Chesterfield Australia<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (one of the largest John Deere dealerships in Australia) told us, \u201cAutomation is where technology going for farming machinery.\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Here\u2019s how John Deere delivers on that front.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Power &amp; performance<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-24977\" src=\"\/mag\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/01\/8360RT-5.jpg\" alt=\"John Deere tracked tractor\" width=\"413\" height=\"336\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">With its John Deere PowerTech PSX 9.0 L engine, the 8360RT delivers even more horsepower than its predecessor. That\u2019s up to 360 engine HP and over 400 HP through what John Deere are calling \u201cIntelligent Power Management\u201d. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It also comes standard with the John Deere Infinitely Variable Transmission (IVT), which offers greater convenience and productivity. All you\u2019ve got to do is select your operating speed, choose from 3 modes and the IVT maintains the engine speed for you. \u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<blockquote><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u201cThe John Deere PowerTech PSX 9.0 L Engine uses air-to-air aspiration, two turbochargers in a series, a four-valve-per-cylinder design, plus a highpressure common-rail fuel system.\u201d<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u2014John Deere<\/span><\/p><\/blockquote>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Comfort &amp; Control<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-24974\" src=\"\/mag\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/01\/8360RT-2.jpg\" alt=\"John deere 8360RT cab\" width=\"442\" height=\"367\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">As they say: work smarter, not harder. The John Deere track tractor allows you to do just that! Not only is the cab interior comfortable and roomy, it has heating, air conditioning and a passive noise-reduction system. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">John Deere\u2019s 8360RT cab also features:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Integrated bluetooth technology <\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">CommandARM Console, placing almost all the tractor\u2019s controls at your fingertips<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">GS3 CommandCenter for easy programming<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Smart Technology<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-24975\" src=\"\/mag\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/01\/8360RT-3.jpg\" alt=\"Tracked Tractor technology\" width=\"471\" height=\"382\" \/><\/p>\n<blockquote><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u201cWhat makes the 8R\/8RT Series the most intelligent tractors in the world isn\u2019t just their advanced technology, but how we made the technology intuitive and easy to use, regardless of operator skill level.\u201d<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u2014John Deere<\/span><\/p><\/blockquote>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">As well as the CommandARM and CommandCenter Display (as mentioned above) the 8360RT tracked tractor has plenty of other brains to compete with its braun. Some other smart technology you\u2019ll find in this tractor includes:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">GreenStar Guidance technology helps improve your productivity and profitability by accurately tracking the tractor\u2019s movements <\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">JDLink Information Management System means your 8360RT can send you regular updates on where and how it\u2019s operating<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">AirCushion Suspension System ensures a smooth ride even on rough ground<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">John Deere 8360RT Price<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">These are big beasts, with big price tags. We\u2019ve seen these John Deere tracked tractors priced between $110,000 and $297,000.* <\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">John Deere 8360RT Specs<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Engine:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> John Deere PowerTech PSX 9.0 L &#8211; diesel, in-line, 6-cylinder, wet-sleeve with 4 valve-in-head<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Rated PTO HP: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">295 HP @ 2,100 rpm<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Fuel Tank Capacity: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">758 L<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Transmission:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> John Deere Infinitely Variable Transmission (IVT), 26 mph (42 km\/h)<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Avg Standard Weight: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">15,848 kg (less front weights)<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/agrarianconcepts.com\/PDF%20Articles\/JD%208%20Series%20Brochure.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">See more 8360RT specs here<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Have you ridden in one of these beasts? Tell us about it in the comments below! <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.machines4u.com.au\/browse\/farm-machinery\/tractors-88\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Check out other tractors for sale here<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400; font-size: 8pt;\">*Prices are based on Machines4U listing data provided by sellers\/advertisers and are an approximation only. Data is correct up to and at time of publishing. Prices may change and need to be verified with individual sellers.<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The John Deere 8360RT is ideal for those who have heavy-duty (and we mean heavy duty!) ag work to get done. It is one of the biggest John Deere tractors out there. 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