john deere 8630
![]() | 1975 - 1978
Generation II SeriesFour-wheel Drive (4WD) tractor | 1975 - 1978 | Generation II Series | Four-wheel Drive (4WD) tractor |
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1975 - 1978 | ||||
Generation II Series | ||||
Four-wheel Drive (4WD) tractor | ||||
1975 - 1978 | |
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Generation II Series | |
Four-wheel Drive (4WD) tractor |
Production | |
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Manufacturer | John Deere |
Four-wheel Drive (4WD) tractor | |
Built in Waterloo, Iowa, USA | |
Original price was $53,000 in 1978 | |
John Deere 8630 Engine | |
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John Deere 10.1L 6-cyl diesel | |
Engine details ... |
John Deere 8630 Transmission | |
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16-speed partial power shift | |
Transmission details ... |
John Deere 8630 Power | |
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Engine | 275 hp
205.1 kW |
PTO (claimed) | 225 hp
167.8 kW |
Drawbar (tested) | 198.12 hp
147.7 kW |
PTO (tested) | 225.59 hp
168.2 kW |
Performance test details ... | |
Mechanical | |
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Four-wheel drive | |
Steering | hydraulic power |
Hydraulic wet disc brakes | |
Sound-Gard cab standard. Optional air-conditioning. | |
Photos | |
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John Deere 8630 photos... |
Capacity | |
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Fuel | 156 gal
590.5 L |
Hydraulic system | 26 gal
98.4 L |
Hydraulics | |
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Type | closed center constant pressure |
Capacity | 26 gal
98.4 L |
Valves | 2 |
Pump flow | 33 gpm
124.9 lpm |
Tractor hitch | |
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Rear Type | III |
Power Take-off (PTO) | |
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Rear PTO | independent |
Rear PTO Type | 1000 |
Engine RPM | 2100 |
Dimensions & Tires | |
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Wheelbase | 125 inches
317 cm |
Weight | 24150 to 24500 pounds |
Front tire | 18.4-34 |
Rear tire | 18.4-34 |
Full dimensions and tires ... | |
8630 Serial Numbers | |
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Location: | Back of transmission case |
1975 | 1000 |
1976 | 2382 |
1977 | 5222 |
1978 | 7626 |
FAQ: How to read a serial number table. | |
Electrical | |
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Ground | negative |
Charging system | alternator |
Batteries | 2 |
Battery CCA | 975 |
Battery volts | 6 |
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