John Deere 2850

The John Deere 2850 is a tractor produced by John Deere. It is equipped with a 239 ci 3.9 L engine. The listed engine power is Diesel (listed): 86 hp / 64.1 kW; Diesel (listed): 4 hp / 3.0 kW. Transmission: Hi-Lo. Operating weight: 7694 to 8653 pounds.

Engine Power
Diesel (listed): 86 hp / 64.1 kW; Diesel (listed): 4 hp / 3.0 kW
Fuel & Capacities
22.2 gal 84.0 L
Transmission
Hi-Lo
Operating Weight
7694 to 8653 pounds

Overview

John Deere 2850 tractor photo
1986 - 1994 Utility tractor
Production
Manufacturer
John Deere
Utility tractor
Factories
Mannheim, Baden-Württemberg, Germany
Rosario, Argentina
John Deere 2850 Engine
John Deere 3.9L 4-cyl diesel
Fuel tank
22.2 gal 84.0 L
35.9 gal*With optional 35L tank. 135.9 L
Engine details ...
John Deere 2850 Transmission
16-speed two-speed power shift
Transmission details ...
John Deere 2850 Power
Engine
86 hp 64.1 kW
Mechanical
Two- or four-wheel drive
Final drives
planetary
Power steering
Hydraulic wet disc brakes
ROPS. Sound-Gard and CC2 cab optional.
Hydraulics
Type
closed-center constant presure
Pressure
2756 psi 190.0 bar
Total flow
11.6 gpm 43.9 lpm
Tractor hitch
Rear Type
II
Control
positon and draft control
2WD Rear lift (at ends)
8003 lbs 3630 kg
4WD Rear lift (at ends)
8818 lbs 3999 kg
Front Hitch
II
Front lift (at ends)
3594 lbs 1630 kg
Power Take-off (PTO)
Rear PTO
independent
Clutch
hydraulic wet disc
Rear PTO Type
540/1000
Engine RPM
540@2070
1000@2172
Front PTO
independent
Clutch
hydraulic wet disc
Front PTO Type
1000
Engine RPM
1000@2172
Dimensions & Tires
2WD Wheelbase
89.2 inches 226 cm
4WD Wheelbase
90 inches 228 cm
Weight
7694 to 8653 pounds
Front tire
10.00-16
2WD Rear tire
14.9R38
Full dimensions and tires ...
Electrical
Ground
negative
Charging amps
55
Batteries
2
Battery volts
12
Battery AH
55
References
2850 references literature
Operator's Manual 2650 and 2850 Tractors published in 1992, by John Deere
2850 Traktor published in 1986, by John Deere

Engine

Engine Detail — 239 ci / 3.9 L Diesel

Manufacturer
John Deere 4239TL
Configuration
turbocharged diesel, 4-cylinder, liquid-cooled
Displacement
239 ci 3.9 L
Bore/Stroke
4.19x4.33 inches 106 x 110 mm
Power
86 hp 64.1 kW
Air cleaner
dry
Rated RPM
2300
Torque
232.3 lb-ft 315.0 Nm
Torque RPM
1500
Starter volts
12
Starter power
4 hp 3.0 kW

Transmission

Transmission — Hi-Lo

Transmission
Hi-Lo
Type
two-speed power shift
Gears
16 forward and 8 reverse
Clutch
hydraulic cerametallic disc
With 14.9R38 rear tires.
2850 Hi-Lo two-speed power shift speeds

Dimensions

John Deere 2850 Tires
2WD Standard tires (ag)
Front: 10.00-16. Rear: 14.9R38
4WD Standard tires (ag)
Front: 12.4R28. Rear: 14.9R38
Dimensions
2WD Wheelbase
89.2 inches 226 cm
4WD Wheelbase
90 inches 228 cm
Length
167.1 inches 424 cm
Width
81.4 inches 206 cm
Height (cab)
100.3 inches (low-profile) 254 cm
105.8 inches (SG2) 268 cm
2WD Weight
7694 lbs 3489 kg
4WD Weight
8653 lbs 3925 kg
4WD Clearance (front axle)
20.5 inches 52 cm
2WD Clearance (front axle)
26.5 inches 67 cm
2WD Front tread
53.5 to 79.1 inches 135 to 200 cm
4WD Front tread
59.1 to 79.1 inches 150 to 200 cm
Rear tread
59.1 to 78.7 inches 150 to 199 cm

Fluids, Capacities & Working Autonomy

Standard fluid requirements, service intervals, and continuous runtime estimates for John Deere 2850.

Engine Crankcase Oil

SAE 15W-40 (Heavy Duty Diesel)
Standard Spec: API CK-4 / CJ-4 Heavy Duty
Service Interval: 150 – 250 Hours

Transmission & Hydraulic System

UTTO (Universal Tractor Transmission Oil)
Standard Spec: ISO VG 46 / 68 (Wet Brake & Trans Compatible)
Service Interval: 600 – 1000 Hours

Engine Cooling System

50/50 Ethylene Glycol Pre-mix
Standard Spec: ASTM D6210 / Heavy-Duty OAT Antifreeze
Service Interval: 2 Years / 1500 Hours

John Deere 2850 Specification Unit Converter

Convert power, fluid capacities, and operating weights between metric and imperial standards for John Deere 2850.

Converted Equivalents:

Horsepower (HP)0 hp
Kilowatts (kW)0 kW
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