John Deere 9420R Articulated 4WD Tractors
John Deere 9420R
Average price
$145,900
5+
sold in last year
General overview
The John Deere 9420R is a four-track tractor for high-horsepower field work and heavy draft applications in large-scale crop production. It was produced from 2015 to 2021 in the United States and is powered by a diesel engine rated at 309 kW (420 hp). The model also meets Final Tier 4 emissions requirements.
A PowerShift transmission with 18 F / 6 R speeds supports field operation, while the hydraulic system uses a closed-center, pressure & flow compensated layout with a pump rated output of 435 L/min (114.9 gpm). The 9420R is AutoTrac‑ready with dual-beam radar, offers 340 kW (462 hp) maximum PTO power, and has a rear hitch category of Cat 4N/3 or 4N/4 with a maximum lift capacity behind lift points of 6,804 kg (15,000 lb).
Year
2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021
Country of manufacturing
United States
General specifications
Dimensions
Width
Height
Length
Weight
4,470 mm
~176 in
3,680 mm
~144.9 in
7,980 mm
~314.2 in
18,810 kg
~41,469 lb
Tire or Track Type
4 Tracks
Engine Power
420 hp
Additional specifications
Emission standard level
Final Tier 4
Engine type
Diesel
Displacement
13,500 cu(cm)
Maximum PTO power
462 hp
Speeds
18 F / 6 R
Transmission type
PowerShift
Rear hitch category (SAE designation)
Cat 4N/3 or 4N/4
Base machine weight
18,810 kg
Maximum lift capacity behind lift points
6,804 kg
Fuel tank
310 ga
Hydraulic system type
Closed-center, pressure & flow compensated
Pump rated output
435 L/min
Available flow at a single rear SCV
132.5 L/min
Number of rear selective control valves
4–8
SCV control
Electronic
Sensing type
Electro-hydraulic draft sensing; load-sensing system
Tires
710/70R42 radials
Guidance
AutoTrac‑ready with dual-beam radar
John Deere 9420R Articulated 4WD Tractors Listings
$145,900
420 hp
4 Tracks
Final Tier 4
6353 hours
Assumption, United States
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John Deere 9420R Articulated 4WD Tractor
420 hp
18810 kg
7980 mm × 4470 mm × 3680 mm
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Juan Schroeder
About 4,200 hours on ours now and it's still tight. It holds rpm steady when the 36-foot air drill loads up. Creep speeds are low enough for the fussy spring tillage work.
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What is the average price of a John Deere 9420R?
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What are the key advantages of the John Deere 9420R?
Key listed features include 313.2 kW (420 hp) engine power, PowerShift transmission with 18 F / 6 R speeds, 435 L/min (114.9 gpm) hydraulic pump output, AutoTrac-ready guidance, and up to 4–8 rear selective control valves.
What type of engine does the 9420R use?
The 9420R uses a Diesel engine with 13,500 cc displacement and a Final Tier 4 emission standard level.
How much horsepower does the 9420R have?
The 9420R has 313.2 kW (420 hp) engine power. Maximum PTO power is listed as 344.5 kW (462 hp).
What fuel does the John Deere 9420R use?
The John Deere 9420R uses Diesel fuel. Its fuel tank capacity is 1,173.5 L (310 US gal).
What jobs is this Tractors best suited for?
The supplied data does not specify particular jobs. Its listed power, PowerShift transmission, rear hitch options, hydraulic flow, and multiple rear SCVs indicate it can be configured for demanding tractor and implement work.
What is the expected lifespan of the 9420R?
The supplied data does not confirm an expected service life. For a used machine, assess maintenance records, operating hours, engine condition, transmission operation, hydraulics, hitch function, tires, and guidance equipment.
What should a buyer check when purchasing a used Tractors?
Check maintenance records, operating hours, engine starting and condition, PowerShift shifting, hydraulic performance, rear SCVs, hitch lift operation, tire condition, fuel-system condition, and AutoTrac-ready guidance components. Verify that the installed configuration matches the seller's description.
