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Model year 2015 updates to 7R, 8R, and 8RT Series Tractors (Revised 21 October 2014)

12/15/2014
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Model year 2015 updates to 7R, 8R, and 8RT Series Tractors (Revised 21 October 2014)  
The following updates will be effective with November 2014 production.
 
Introducing the 7310R
 
For model year 2015, the 7 Family of Tractors is expanding with the addition of the high-performing 310 hp model. The 7310R will feature a Final Tier 4/Stage IV-compliant John Deere PowerTech™ PSS 9.0L engine with 310 rated engine hp (260 power take-off (PTO) hp). The 7310R will be available with both IVT™ and e23™ transmissions.

NOTE: The 7310R will have a maximum ballast of 132 lb/PTO hp.
 
Diesel exhaust fluid (DEF) tank – 7R/8R/8RT
 
Increase uptime by checking DEF tank fill level without entering the cab. All DEF tanks will now feature a sight gauge and tank drain port for increased uptime and serviceability.
 
Tilt and extend seat – 7R/8R/8RT
 
Increase performance and uptime with improved operator comfort. All premium cab packages now include tilt and extend seat bottom adjustment.
 
IVT AutoClutch on/off
 
Improve operator performance of IVT transmissions with the ability to turn on and off AutoClutch functionality better matching application needs. All model year 2015 IVT tractors will have the ability to deactivate AutoClutch through the Generation 4 CommandCenter™. AutoClutch will be reactivated after every key start. This functionality was first released on the model year 2014 e23 7R Tractors.

NOTE: Software will be available for model year 2014 IVT tractors to enable AutoClutch deactivation.

Heavier 3-point hitch lift capacity ratings – 8R
Updated 3-point hitch specifications to reflect actual performance on all 8R Series Tractors, now with up to 9,072 kg (20,000 lb) of lift capacity.
 
Code Description
4033

6,350 kg (14,000 lb)
Capacity 3-point hitch (Category 3/3N) with sway blocks and Quik-Coupler

4034

8,391 kg (18,500 lb)
Lift capacity 3-point hitch (Category 3/3N) with sway blocks and Quik-Coupler

4032

9,072 kg (20,000 lb)
Lift capacity 3-point hitch (Category 4N/3) hitch with sway blocks and Quik-Coupler

4046

6,803 kg (15,000 lb)
Lift capacity 3-point hitch (Category 4N/3) hitch with sway blocks and Quik-Coupler

 

New 50 K (31 mph) B Speed rated and rear tire offerings – 7R/8R
Increase transport speeds and performance with the following new B speed rated 50K (31 mph/49.9 km/h) tire offerings:

Rear

Code Description
5638

520/85R46 in. 158B R1W radial in dual-wheel configuration
Available in Firestone® or Michelin®

5639

650/85R38 in. 173B R1W radial in dual-wheel configuration
Available in Michelin or Trelleborg®

5640

710/70R42 in. 168B R1W radial in dual-wheel configuration
Available in Firestone only

5641

710/70R42 in. 173B R1W radial in dual-wheel configuration
Available in Michelin only

5450*

480/95R50 in. 164A8 R1W radial dual-wheel configuration
Now available in Michelin

5453*

480/95R50 in. 164B R1W radial dual-wheel configuration
Now available in Michelin



Front
 

 

Code Description
6316**

480/70R34 in. 155B R1W radial
Available in Firestone only

6317**

480/70R34 in. 143B R1W radial
Available in Michelin only

6315**

600/65R34 in. 157D R1W radial
Available in Trelleborg only

* 8R only
** 7R only

Additional tire options now available for 7R
Reduce compaction and increase yields with new tire offerings available on 7R Series Tractors for model year 2015:

Rear

Code Description
5224 320/105R54 in. 163A8 R1W radial in single-wheel configuration
Available in Goodyear® only
5624 5624 320/105R54 in. 163A8 R1W radial in dual-wheel configuration
Available in Goodyear only


Front
 
Code Description
6220 IF 320/80R42 in. 149A8 R1W increased flexion (IF) radial
Available in Goodyear only
6309 600/65R34 in. 157D R1W radial
Available in Goodyear and Trelleborg


970 kg (2138 lb) rear wheel weight option
7R Series Tractors will now have the same ballast option that was launched with late model year 2014 8R Series Tractors. This option pairs a 70-kg (154-lb) starter weight with a 900-kg (1984-lb) weight. The starter weight and guide lugs provide improved installation and removal of the 900-kg (1984-lb) weight. This option requires steel wheels with cast hubs (code 5090) and outer dual wheels.

 
New Camoplast® Durabuilt® 4500 and 6500 Series tracks
The Camoplast Durabuilt 4500 and 6500 Series tracks replace the Camoplast Durabuilt 3500 and 5500 Series tracks for model year 2015 8RT Series Tractors. Both the 4500 and 6500 Series tracks offer improvements in puncture resistance, increased load bearing performance, and a redesigned guide lug geometry for improved side load performance. Exclusive improvements of the 6500 Series over the 5500 Series include a more puncture-resistant rubber and exclusive carcass reinforcement plies. On row-crop tracks of 40.7 cm (16 in.) and 45.7 cm (18 in.), changes include an increase in size of the high tension main cable. All of these improvements were incorporated to make the Durabuilt 4500 and 6500 Series track belts more robust and durable.

7R Series Tractors front hitch
Triple Link Suspension (TLS™) Plus will now be required for front hitch and front hitch-ready options. Field attachment kits to support model year 2014 7Rs with rigid frame mechanical front-wheel drive (MFWD) tractors equipped front hitch-ready are still available.

7R Series Tractors front hitch option 8407
Due to low volume, option 8407 (standard front hitch with zero front couplers, 5200 kg [11,450 lb] maximum lift capacity at hitch balls) is being removed.

Elimination of clockwise rotating front PTO options – 7R/8R
To align with standard rotation change for front PTO functionality on front-mounted equipment (ANSI/ASABE AD5759-1:1998), the following factory-installed options will no longer be available on 7R Series Tractors:
 
Code Description
8380 PTO, independent front with 35-mm (1-3/8 -in.) 21-spline, 1000 rpm clockwise-rotating shaft as viewed from front (Type 2)
8381 PTO, independent front with 45-mm (1-3/4-in.) 20-spline, 1000 rpm clockwise-rotating shaft as viewed from front (Type 3)
8383* PTO, independent front with 35-mm (1-3/8-in.) 21-spline, 1000 rpm clockwise-rotating shaft as viewed from front (Type 2) for Stage II compliant engine
8384* PTO, independent front with 45-mm (1-3/4-in.) 20-spline, 1000 rpm clockwise-rotating shaft as viewed from front (Type 3) for Stage II compliant engine
* - 8R only

Firestone is a trademark of Bridgestone Americas Tire Operations, LLC. Michelin is a trademark of Michelin North America, Inc. Trelleborg is a trademark of Trelleborg Group. Goodyear is a trademark of Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company. Camoplast and Durabuilt are trademarks of Camoplast Inc.
 
 
Effective Date : 01-Aug-2014
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Engine horsepower and torque information for non-Deere engines are provided by the engine manufacturer for comparison purposes only.
Actual operating horsepower and torque will be less. Refer to the engine manufacturer's Web site for additional information.
 
   
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