MACHINERY

John Deere 8 series updates include first fixed-frame, four-track tractor

JOHN Deere has announced its new 8 series of tractors for model year 2020 which includes 8R wheeled tractors, 8RT two-track tractors and the first fixed-frame, four-track tractors.

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 John Deere's latest tractors, the 8 series, include a fixed frame, four-tracked model. Image courtesy John Deere.

John Deere's latest tractors, the 8 series, include a fixed frame, four-tracked model. Image courtesy John Deere.

The range covers engine powers of 171kW to 306kW (230-410hp). The four-track fixed frame tractors are called the 8RX and company says the tracks are a fully engineered John Deere four-track solution,...

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