John Deere 8520T Tracked Tractors (2 Tracks)

John Deere 8520T

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General overview

John Deere 8520T is a tracked tractor built for field work in agricultural operations. It is powered by a diesel engine with 224 kW (305 hp) and 8 L displacement, and it uses a full power shift transmission. Manufactured in the United States in 2004, it is a track-drive tractor intended for demanding field tasks where traction matters.

A closed center pressure-flow compensated (PFC) hydraulic system supports implement control, while the independent rear PTO operates at 1,000 rpm. The tractor is equipped with a III/IIIN rear 3-point hitch and a maximum lift capacity behind lift points of 6,885 kg (15,180 lb), giving it compatibility with mounted implements and PTO-driven equipment.

Year

2004

Country of manufacturing

United States

General specifications

Tire or Track Type

2_tracks

Engine Power

305 hp

Track Width

0.76 m

Additional specifications

Engine type

diesel

Displacement

8 cu(m)

Maximum PTO power

292 hp

Rated PTO power

255 hp

Transmission type

16-speed full power shift

Maximum lift capacity behind lift points

6,885 kg

Fuel tank

605 L

Hydraulic system type

closed center pressure-flow compensated (PFC)

Pump rated output

113 L/min

Available flow at a single rear SCV

113 L/min

Number of rear selective control valves

5

Track size

400 mm (16 in)

Rear PTO

independent, 1,000 rpm

Rear 3-Point Hitch

III/IIIN

Guidance Ready

guidance_ready

PTO speed

1,000

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No confirmed market price is supplied. Check current listings while considering the tractor’s condition, location, and configuration.

Listed features include 2_tracks, 227.4 kW (305 hp) engine power, a 16-speed full power shift transmission, closed center pressure-flow compensated (PFC) hydraulics, up to 5 rear selective control valves, and guidance readiness.

The 8520T uses a diesel engine.

The 8520T is rated at 227.4 kW (305 hp) engine power. Rated PTO power is 190.2 kW (255 hp), with maximum PTO power of 217.7 kW (292 hp).

The John Deere 8520T uses diesel fuel. Its listed fuel-tank capacity is 605 L (159.8 US gal).

The supplied specifications indicate a track tractor with 2_tracks, 400 mm (16 in) tracks, PTO capability, rear hitch capacity, hydraulic outlets, and guidance readiness. They do not confirm specific job applications.

The supplied data does not provide an expected service life. For a used tractor, lifespan depends on maintenance history, operating conditions, engine condition, track wear, hydraulic performance, and transmission operation.

Inspect track condition and 400 mm (16 in) track components, engine operation, the 16-speed full power shift transmission, PTO operation, hydraulic flow and rear SCVs, rear hitch function, fuel-system condition, and available maintenance records.