| Specifications: | |
|---|---|
| MANUFACTURER | John Deere |
| MODEL | MX8 |
| Capacity | |
| Cutting Width, in. (mm) | 96 (2450) |
| Cutting Height, in. (mm) | 1 - 12 (25 - 305) |
| Cutting Capacity (diameter), in. (mm) | 2 (50) |
| Cutting Chamber Depth, in. (mm) | 8.5 (216) |
| Tractor Compatibility | |
| Tractor PTO HP Range | Minimum 40 (Pull-Type, Semi-Mount, Semi-Mount Hydraulic Offset) / Minimum 50 (Lift-Type) |
| Tractor PTO | 540 |
| Hitch | |
| Type | Pull-Type, Lift-type, Semi-mount, Semi-mount Hydraulic offset (Pull-Type has standard 10,000 lb Safety Tow Chain) |
| Category | 2, 3, 3N |
| Dimensions | |
| Transport Width, in. (mm) | 102 (2580) |
| Overall Width, in. (mm) | 102 (2580) |
| Overall Length, in. (mm) | 111 (2810) |
| Deck Shape | Domed |
| Deck Type | Double Decker |
| Deck Thickness, in. (gauge) (mm) | --- |
| Upper | .125 (11) (3) |
| Lower | .125 (11) (3) |
| Side Skirt Thickness, in. (gauge) (mm) | .177 (7) (4.5) |
| Approx. Weight, lb. (kg) | 1670 (759) |
| Drivelines | |
| Size | --- |
| Main | ASAE Category 4 |
| Connecting | --- |
| Protection | --- |
| Main | Non-seize, self-adjusting clutch; Pull-Type has equal-angle Category 4 driveline |
| Connecting | Shock Absorbing Shafts |
| Gearcases | |
| Number | 3 |
| HP Rating | --- |
| Transfer | 120 hp (89.4 kW) continuous / 130 hp (97 kW) peak |
| Center | --- |
| Outer | 75 hp (56 kW) continuous / 100 hp (74.5 kW) peak |
| Blades | |
| Thickness, in. (mm) | .5 (13) |
| Width, in. (mm) | 4 (102) |
| Type | Suction |
| Overlap, in. (mm) | 2.8 (72) |
| Blade Tip Speed, ft./min. (m/s) | --- |
| 540 RPM | 15,739 (80) /179 mph |
| 1000 RPM | --- |
| Material Flow System | Max Flow |
| Holder | --- |
| Type | Round Stumpjumper |
| Wheels | |
| Type | Puncture Proof Laminated (Pull-Type has Severe-Duty Ag tire option) |
| Row Width Adjustment | Yes - Pull-Type only |
| Shielding | |
| Front | Chain |
| Rear | Chain |
| Specifications are based on published information at the time of publication. Specifications are subject to change without notice. Contact your local John Deere dealer for more information. | |
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