{"id":25874,"date":"2019-04-09T16:26:16","date_gmt":"2019-04-09T06:26:16","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.machines4u.com.au\/mag\/?p=25874"},"modified":"2022-06-15T16:05:14","modified_gmt":"2022-06-15T06:05:14","slug":"john-deere-8285r-tractor-focus","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.machines4u.com.au\/mag\/john-deere-8285r-tractor-focus\/","title":{"rendered":"Equipment Focus: John Deere 8285R Tractor"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.machines4u.com.au\/brand\/john-deere\/8285r\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">John Deere 8285R tractor<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> is a great choice for those needing a little more power for their operation. With state-of-the-art technology and a durable frame, the 8285R tractor is robust and will go the distance.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.machines4u.com.au\/browse\/farm-machinery\/tractors-88\/john-deere\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">John Deere<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> say the 8285R is ideal for farmers and contractors when time is a premium. But, does it deliver? Let\u2019s take a look at the key features, specs and price point to find out.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">John Deere 8285R Overview<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">As part of the 8R series, the 8285R tractor has intuitive controls, AutoTrac and JDLink technology as standard.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This tractor features unparalleled performance while meeting Tier 4 emission requirements. It\u2019s designed to provide the hydraulic capacity and horsepower to handle large attachments, such as planters and ploughs.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The John Deere 8285R is equipped with a powerful, and efficient, engine that won\u2019t drain your fuel tank. It offers flexibility, control, comfort, high productivity and reliability at a reasonable price.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">8285R Tractor in Action<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><iframe width=\"800\" height=\"450\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/UwQzQN5QQRE?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400; font-size: 8pt;\">Disclaimer: The tractor in this clip may be an overseas model. The Australian model may vary from above.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">John Deere 8285R Key Features<\/span><\/h2>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In The Cab<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The John Deere 8285R has a lot to offer in its comfortable CommandView II cab. It\u2019s fitted with <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">greater visibility, extra room and easy-to-use controls. The cab also features a noise reduction system alongside air conditioning and heating, to ensure total comfort all year \u2018round.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">With simple CommandARM controls and an integrated CommandCenter display, operation is easy\u2014you don\u2019t have to be a seasoned pro to operate this tractor. The CommandARM in the 8285R tractor also integrates controls that were featured on the right-hand console in previous models. This integration allows controls and the CommandCenter to follow the operator as the seat is moved.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Under the Bonnet<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">With a 9.0L PowerTech PSX engine, the John Deere 8285R tractor delivers up to 314 engine horsepower for superior performance, when compared to previous models. The addition of the Engine Control Unit also allows engine speed and load changes to be detected 100 times per second.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The PowerTech engine uses 2 turbochargers, a 4 valve-per-cylinder design, and a high-pressure common-rail fuel system to provide excellent engine responsiveness, torque rise, fuel economy and durability.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">John Deere 8285R Specs<\/span><\/h2>\n<table>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"text-align: center;\"><b>Engine Description<\/b><\/td>\n<td style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">John Deere PowerTech PSX 9.0L diesel engine, in-line, 6-cylinder, wet sleeve with 4 valve-in-head<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"text-align: center;\"><b>Maximum Engine HP<\/b><\/td>\n<td style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">314 HP<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"text-align: center;\"><b>Rated PTO<\/b><\/td>\n<td style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">239 HP<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"text-align: center;\"><b>Fuel Capacity<\/b><\/td>\n<td style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">695 L<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"text-align: center;\"><b>Transmission<\/b><\/td>\n<td style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">16-speed PowerShift<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"text-align: center;\"><b>3-Point Hitch Standard Lift Capacity<\/b><\/td>\n<td style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">5,200 kg<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"text-align: center;\"><b>Average Standard Weight (less front weights)<\/b><\/td>\n<td style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">12,346 kg (WFWD model)<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">13,722 (ILS model)<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"text-align: center;\"><b>Hydraulic System Rated Flow, 63cc pump<\/b><\/td>\n<td style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">166.6 L\/min<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">8285R Tractor Price<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Machines4U data shows that <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.machines4u.com.au\/brand\/john-deere\/8285r\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">used John Deere 8285R tractors for sale<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> cost between $100,000 and $173,800, averaging $133,564*. Prices vary depending on age, use and condition of the machine.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">So, what do you think of the John Deere 8285R tractor? Let us know in the comments below. If you\u2019re looking for <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.machines4u.com.au\/browse\/farm-machinery\/tractors-88\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">tractors for sale, take a look here<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. You can also find <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.machines4u.com.au\/browse\/farm-machinery\/tractors-88\/tractor-auctions-4953\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">tractors at auction here<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. <\/span><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400; font-size: 8pt;\">Sources: 8R\/8RT Series Brochure, deere.com.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400; font-size: 8pt;\">*Data has been curated from Machines4U listing information, accurate at the time of publication.<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The John Deere 8285R tractor is a great choice for those needing a little more power for their operation. With state-of-the-art technology and a durable frame, the 8285R tractor is robust and will go the distance. John Deere say the 8285R is ideal for farmers and contractors when time is a premium. 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