John Deere 8300

The John Deere 8300 is a Row-Crop tractor built by John Deere at its facility in Waterloo, Iowa, USA, produced from 1995 to 1999. The model was available in two variants: the 8300 wheeled tractor and the 8300T crawler tractor. Drive type is two- or four-wheel drive.

Two engine options were offered depending on production year: a John Deere 7.6L 6-cyl diesel (1995–1996) and a John Deere 8.1L 6-cyl diesel (1997–1999). Rated PTO power is 200 hp; tested PTO power is 224.92 hp (1995–1996) and 230.24 hp (1997–1999). Tested drawbar power is 179.60 hp.

The transmission is a 16-speed full power shift. The hydraulic system is closed center pressure-flow compensated (PFC) with pressure of 2900 psi, SCV flow of 30 gpm, and 3 to 5 valves. Fuel tank capacity is 135 gal, hydraulic system capacity is 37 gal.

• Type: Row-Crop tractor
• Engine: John Deere 7.6L 6-cyl diesel (1995–1996) / 8.1L 6-cyl diesel (1997–1999)
• Transmission: 16-speed full power shift
• Rear hitch lift capacity: 11700 lbs (optional: 15650 lbs)
• Rear PTO: independent, hydraulic wet disc clutch, 1000 (1.75) rpm
• Weight: 17030 to 19422 lbs