8RX 540 | High-Horsepower 8R & 8RX Tractors

Equipment
John Deere
#5408XRW

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Characteristics

  • JD14 Engine (13.6L). Peak Power IPM unlocks up to +40HP at the top of the power curve
  • Maximum maneuverability thanks to a narrow, nimble, fixed frame
  • Updated controls and displays for enhanced operator experience
  • Fully integrated planting solution with EVT, 56V (15kW) electric power generation,and ExactRate™ tank options

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Description

The high-horsepower 8R & 8RX Tractors were designed to work for you, combining power, intelligence, and maneuverability.

Specifications

Engine Make John Deere
Engine Model JD14
Engine Family SJDXL13.5334
Displacement (L) 13.6
Displacement (cu in.) 827
Rated Engine Power (hp) 533
Rated Engine Power (kw) 397
Rated Engine Power (PS) 540
Transmission Type eAutoPowr™ Electric Variable Transmission (EVT)
Rear Hitch Category (SAE Designation) Category 4N/3
Pump Rated Output 418 L/min
110 gpm
Base Machine Weight (lb) 48,389
Base Machine Weight (kg) 21,949
Wheel or Track Configuration Track
Drive Type MFWD
Engine Make John Deere
Engine Model JD14
Engine Family SJDXL13.5334
Emissions Certifications Final Tier 4
Displacement (L) 13.6
Displacement (cu in.) 827
Aspiration Single wastegated turbocharger with air-to-air aftercooling and cooled exhaust gas recirculation (EGR)
Number of Cylinders Six
Cylinder Liners Wet-sleeve
Aftertreatment Type Diesel oxidation catalyst (DOC) and selective catalytic reduction (SCR)
Intelligent Power Management (IPM) 40
Rated Engine Speed (rpm) 1,900
Rated Engine Power (hp) 533
Rated Engine Power (kW) 397
Rated Engine Power (PS) 540
Rated Engine Power with IPM (hp) 572
Rated Engine Power with IPM (kw) 427
Rated Engine Power with IPM (PS) 580
Maximum Engine Speed (rpm) 1,900
Maximum Engine Power (hp) 585
Maximum Engine Power (kW) 437
Maximum Engine Power (PS) 594
Maximum Engine Power with IPM (hp) 625
Maximum Engine Power with IPM (kW) 466
Maximum Engine Power with IPM (PS) 634
Maximum Engine Torque 2,695 Nm
Constant Power Range 1,450 - 1,900 rpm
Power Bulge (%) 10
Bore and Stroke (in.) 5.2 x 6.5
Bore and Stroke (mm) 132 x 165
Compression Ratio 15:9:1
Lubrication Full-pressure, full-flow filtration with bypass
Cooling System Type Liquid
Fuel Type Ultra-low sulfur diesel
Alternative Fuel Type B30 diesel
Air Cleaner Type Dual stage with exhaust aspiration
Torque Rise (%) 35
Transmission Type eAutoPowr™ Electric Variable Transmission (EVT)
Maximum Speed Forward 40 km/h
26 mph
Minimum Speed Forward 0.05 km/h
0.03 mph
Reverser Left and right hand
Clutch Wet, multi-plate
Cruise Control Yes
PTO Category 4.45 cm
1.75 in.
20 spline
Optional PTO Category 5.72 cm
2.25 in.
22 spline
Rated PTO Power (hp) 482
Rated PTO Power (kW) 360
Rated PTO Power (PS) 489
Economy PTO Speeds 1,000 rpm
Engine rpm at Rated PTO Speeds (1000/1000E/1.300) 1,801/1,387/1,803
Engagement Method Electrohydraulic switch
PTO Clutch Multi-disk
Number of Splines 20 spline - 4.45 cm
1.75 in.
22 spline - 5.72 cm
2.25 in.
Front Hitch Category Category 3N ground engaging
Lift Capacity Through Full Lift Range at Coupling Points (lb) 12,434
Lift Capacity Through Full Lift Range at Coupling Points (kg) 5,640
Number of Front Selective Control Valves (SCVs) Two
Electric Power ISOBUS Connector
Rear Hitch Category (SAE Designation) Category 4N/3
Lift Capacity Through Full Lift Range at 610-mm Behind Hitch Point 10,886 kg
24,000 lb
Sensing Type Electrohydraulic sensing
Draft Control Sensing Yes
Drawbar Category Cat 5
Maximum Vertical Load 8,636 kg
19,000 lb
Hydraulic System Type Closed-center, pressure/flow compensated system with load sensing
Pump Rated Output 418 L/min
110 gpm
Maximum Operating Pressure (psi) 2,958
Maximum Operating Pressure (bar) 204
Number of Rear Selective Control Valves (SCVs) Six
Available Flow at a Single Rear SCV 170 L/min
45 gpm
Available Flow at Front SCVs (gpm) 31
Available Flow at Front SCVs (L/min) 120
SCV Control Electrohydraulic
Auxiliary Hydraulic Features Yes
Front Axle Type 1900 Series beam axle
Front Axle Differential Lock Yes
Rear Axle Type Inboard planetary three pinion
Rear Differential Lock Yes
Differential Control Yes
Final Drive Inboard planetary three pinion
Steering Type Reactive Command Steering (RCS)
Primary Brakes Power, dual disc hydraulic
Secondary Brake Front wet multi-disk brakes
Trailer Brakes Air and/or hydraulic
Parking Brake Intergrated parking brake
Track Drive Type Positive
Track Tread Spacing 2,032 mm (80 in.)
2,235.2 mm (88 in.)
3,048 mm (120 in.)
3,352.8 mm (132 in.)
3,454.4 mm (136 in.)
3,657.6 mm (144 in.)
Track Width 533 mm (21 in.)
610 mm (24 in.)
762 mm (30 in.)
Number Of Mid Rollers Three
Battery Voltage (V) 12
Electrical System Voltage (V) 12
Battery Cold Cranking Amps (CCA) 2,850
Battery Capacity 950 CCA
Alternator Capacity 330 amp
Working Lights Yes
Driving Lights Yes
Seat Suspension Passive seat
Degree of Seat Swivel, Left Hand (degree (angle)) 24
Degree of Seat Swivel, Right Hand (degree (angle)) 40
Cab Suspension Adjustable
Instructional Seat Yes
Primary Display G5ᴾˡᵘˢ Display - 325 mm
12.8 in.
Radio Touchscreen radio - 203 mm
8 in.
Inner Cab Volume (cu ft) 115
Inner Cab Volume (m³) 3.27
Cab Glass Area (sq ft) 71.47
Cab Glass Area (m²) 6.64
Guidance SF-RTK
Secondary Display Extended G5ᴾˡᵘˢ Monitor
Receiver Intergrated StarFire™ 7500
Connectivity JDLink™ Modem or JDLink Boost
Remote Diagnostics Yes
ISOBUS Ready Yes
TIM Compatibility Yes
Fuel Tank Capacity (gal.) 296.6
Fuel Tank Capacity (L) 1,123
Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) Tank Capacity (gal.) 18.2
Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) Tank Capacity (L) 69
Cooling System Capacity (gal.) 18.5
Cooling System Capacity (L) 70
Transmission - Hydraulic System (gal) 72
Transmission - Hydraulic System (L) 274
Crankcase Oil Volume (gal) 12.94
Crankcase Oil Volume (L) 49
Wheelbase (in.) 130.1
Wheelbase (mm) 3,305
Base Machine Weight (lb) 48,389
Base Machine Weight (kg) 21,949
Overall Height (in.) 145.4
Overall Height (mm) 3,692
Transport Height (in.) 145.4
Transport Height (mm) 3,692
Overall Width (in.) 144
Overall Width (mm) 3,658
Overall Length (in.) 299.3
Overall Length (mm) 7,603
Front Axle Ground Clearance (in.) 25.24
Front Axle Ground Clearance (mm) 641
Drawbar Ground Clearance (in.) 17
Drawbar Ground Clearance (mm) 432
Maximum Ballast Level (lb) 50,706
Maximum Ballast Level (kg) 23,000
Maximum Permissible Weight (lb) 62,831
Maximum Permissible Weight (kg) 28,500
Country of Manufacture United States
Date Collected 25-Feb-2026