John Deere 9870 STS Combines
John Deere 9870 STS
Average price
$70,801
5+
sold in last year
General overview
John Deere 9870 STS is a combine harvester designed for crop harvesting and grain separation in field operations. Produced in the United States from 2008 to 2012, it uses wheel propulsion and a rotary separator. The diesel engine is rated at 265 kW (360 hp) and reaches 283 kW (385 hp) at peak output.
Key capacity and handling specifications include a 10,572 L (2,793 US gal) grain tank and a peak unloading rate of 116 L/s (1,839 gpm). The machine is equipped with a 9 L (548 cu in) diesel engine, Tier 3 emissions level, and a Fixed or Variable drive type. Other listed separation and cleaning areas include a chaffer area of 1.89 m² (20.3 sq ft), sieve area of 1.62 m² (17.4 sq ft), and concave area of 1.1 m² (11.8 sq ft), with an unloading auger length of 6.86 m (22 ft 6 in).
Year
2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012
Country of manufacturing
United States
General specifications
Dimensions
Width
Height
Length
Weight
4,050 mm
~159.4 in
4,500 mm
~177.2 in
8,850 mm
~348.4 in
16,381 kg
~36,114 lb
Engine Power
385 hp
Emission standard level
Tier 3
Grain tank size
10,572 L
Peak unloading rate
116 L/sec
Additional specifications
Engine type
Diesel
Displacement
548 cu(in)
Fuel tank
946 L
Type of propulsion
Wheel
Drive type
Fixed or Variable
Conveyor chain slat type
Under-shot slat
Separator type
Rotary
Chaffer
1.89 sq(m)
Sieve area
1.62 sq(m)
Unloading auger length
6.86 m
Unloading rate
116 L/sec
Concave area
1.1 sq(m)
Rated power
360 hp
John Deere 9870 STS Combines Listings
$84,340
10572 L
548 cu(in)
946 L
3830 hours
Redfield, United States
$64,500
548 cu(in)
Tier 3
116 L/sec
4528 hours
Jonesville, United States
$79,500
10572 L
360 hp
1.62 sq(m)
4021 hours
Aberdeen, United States
$65,770
Under-shot slat
Diesel
Tier 3
3889 hours
Webster, United States
$75,000
6.86 m
1.1 sq(m)
116 L/sec
3235 hours
Hazen, United States
$49,500
Tier 3
116 L/sec
Diesel
4412 hours
Holland, United States
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Gerald Collins
We ran it hard through barley and beans this fall. Yield maps in barley checked out against our grain-cart scale. Tailings stay low once it's set for the canola.
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What is the average price of a John Deere 9870 STS?
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What are the key advantages of the John Deere 9870 STS?
Listed features include a Rotary separator, a 10,572 L (2,792.8 US gal) grain tank, and an unloading rate of 116 L/s (1,838.6 gpm). It has Wheel propulsion and Fixed or Variable drive options.
What type of engine does the 9870 STS use?
The 9870 STS uses a Diesel engine with 548 cu in displacement. Its emission standard level is Tier 3.
How much horsepower does the 9870 STS have?
The 9870 STS has Engine Power of 287.1 kW (385 hp) and Rated power of 268.5 kW (360 hp).
What fuel does the John Deere 9870 STS use?
The John Deere 9870 STS uses Diesel fuel. Its fuel tank capacity is 946 L (249.9 US gal).
What jobs is this Combines best suited for?
The supplied data identifies the 9870 STS as a combine with a Rotary separator, grain tank, and unloading system. It is suited to grain-harvesting work, but the supplied data does not confirm specific crop or field-condition suitability.
What is the expected lifespan of the 9870 STS?
The supplied data does not provide an expected service life. Assess a used machine’s maintenance records, engine condition, separator components, unloading system, belts, chains, and overall wear before purchase.
What should a buyer check when purchasing a used Combines?
Check maintenance records and inspect the Diesel engine, fuel system, Rotary separator, concave, chaffer, sieve, conveyor chain slats, unloading auger, and grain tank. Verify operation of the unloading system and inspect for wear, leaks, damage, and missing components.
