John Deere 85F
The John Deere 85F is a tractor produced by John Deere. It is equipped with a 166 ci 2.7 L engine. The listed engine power is Diesel (listed): 83 hp / 61.9 kW. Transmission: 16 forward and 8 reverse. Operating weight: 5,512 lbs 2500 kg.
Engine Power
Diesel (listed): 83 hp / 61.9 kW
Fuel & Capacities
16 gal
60.6 L
Transmission
16 forward and 8 reverse
Operating Weight
5,512 lbs
2500 kg
Overview
 | 2008 - 2011
Orchard/Vineyard tractorGoldoni built
Orchard/Vineyard tractor
Goldoni built |
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Production | |
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Distributor | John Deere |
Manufacturer | Goldoni |
Orchard/Vineyard tractor | |
Built in Italy | |
John Deere 85F Engine | |
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Detroit Diesel 2.7L 4-cyl diesel | |
Fuel tank | 16 gal
60.6 L |
Engine details ...  | |
John Deere 85F Power | |
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Engine | 83 hp
61.9 kW |
PTO (claimed) | 73 hp
54.4 kW |
Mechanical | |
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Four-wheel drive | |
Steering | power |
Hydraulic wet disc brakes | |
ROPS. Cab optional. | |
Hydraulics | |
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Type | open center |
Pressure | 2828 psi
195.0 bar |
Valves | 2 or 3 |
Total flow | 10 gpm
37.9 lpm |
Steering press. | 1958 psi
135.0 bar |
Tractor hitch | |
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Rear Type | 1/1N/2 |
Rear lift (at 24"/610mm) | 5,511 lbs
2499 kg |
Power Take-off (PTO) | |
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Rear PTO | independent |
Rear PTO Type | 540 |
Dimensions & Tires | |
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Wheelbase | 77 inches
195 cm |
Weight | 5,512 lbs
2500 kg |
Front tire | 240/70x16 |
Rear tire | 380/70x20 |
Full dimensions and tires ...  | |
References | |
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Specialty Tractors published in 2008, by John Deere |
Engine
Engine Detail — 166 ci / 2.7 L Diesel
Manufacturer | Detroit Diesel |
Configuration | turbocharged diesel, 4-cylinder, liquid-cooled |
Displacement | 166 ci
2.7 L |
Power | 83 hp
61.9 kW |
Rated RPM | 2600 |
Torque | 213 lb-ft
288.8 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 |
Transmission
Transmission options | |
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8-speed | |
16-speed |
Transmission — 8 forward and reverse
Gears | 8 forward and reverse |
Transmission — 16 forward and 8 reverse
Gears | 16 forward and 8 reverse |
Dimensions
John Deere 85F Tires | |
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Ag front | 240/70x16 |
Ag rear | 380/70x20 |
Dimensions | |
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Wheelbase | 77 inches
195 cm |
Width | 57 inches
144 cm |
Shipping weight | 5,512 lbs (ROPS)
2500 kg |
Ground clearance | 11 inches (front axle)
27 cm |
Recommended Implements & Sizing Guide
Engineering recommendations for John Deere 85F based on its 83 HP power envelope and ASAE agricultural standards.
| Implement & Operation | Recommended Size | Workload Rating | Engineering Notes |
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Moldboard PlowPrimary Tillage | 3 to 4 Bottom (16")3 - 4 铧 (40 cm) | Heavy Duty | Suitable for medium loam and stubble turnover. |
Rotary Cutter / MowerMowing & Clearing | 7 to 8 ft (84-96 in)2.1 - 2.4 m | Heavy Duty | Heavy-duty twin spindle cutter for overgrown acreage. |
Rotary TillerSeedbed Prep | 78 to 84 in200 - 215 cm | Heavy Duty | Heavy commercial tiller with multi-speed gearbox. |
Disc HarrowSecondary Tillage | 10 to 14 ft Tandem / Offset3.0 - 4.2 m 重型交错耙 | Heavy Duty | Aggressive residue cutting in corn/cotton stubble. |
Hay BalerHay & Forage | 4x4 to 4x5 Round Baler1.2x1.5 m 紧凑圆捆机 | Heavy Duty | Silage and dry hay; 540 RPM PTO with slip-clutch. |
Sizing & Soil Condition NoteActual implement sizing varies depending on local soil conditions (heavy clay vs sandy loam), field slope, and operating speed. Heavy tillage implements may require front ballast weights and wheel weights.
Fluids, Capacities & Working Autonomy
Standard fluid requirements, service intervals, and continuous runtime estimates for John Deere 85F.
Estimated Continuous Field Runtime: 3.7 hrs
Approximately 3.7 hours of continuous field operation at ~75% rated power on a full tank (16 gal / 60.6 L).
Estimated 75% Load Fuel Burn~4.3 gal/hr (16.3 L/hr)
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 85F Specification Unit Converter
Convert power, fluid capacities, and operating weights between metric and imperial standards for John Deere 85F.
Converted Equivalents:
Horsepower (HP)83 hp
Kilowatts (kW)61.9 kW
Metric Horsepower (PS / CV)84.2 PS
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