Quick answer:
The John Deere 8970 tractor hydraulic pump flow is 38 GPM, and hydraulic system pressure is 2,530 psi.
Hydraulic pump flow38 GPM
Implement flow38 GPM
Total hydraulic flow38 GPM
Hydraulic pressure2,530 psi
John Deere 8970 Hydraulic Flow Details
| Hydraulic pump flow | 38 GPM |
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| Implement hydraulic flow | 38 GPM |
| Total hydraulic flow | 38 GPM |
| Hydraulic system pressure | 2,530 psi |
Hydraulic Flow Comparison Chart
Hydraulic pump flow comparison
Implement hydraulic flow comparison
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Hydraulic pressure comparison
John Deere 8970 Extra Hydraulic Notes
| Hydraulic flow note | The John Deere 8970 should be matched to implements that fit its 38 GPM hydraulic-flow range. |
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| Hydraulic pressure note | At 2,530 psi, the John Deere 8970’s hydraulic system pressure matters most for lift force, cylinder force and loader response. |
| Rear remotes / SCV note |
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Official information note
Mistakes do happen. Hydraulic flow, pump flow, implement flow, pressure, rear remote / SCV setup and fluid capacity can change by year, market, transmission, pump option, loader package and hydraulic package. Please check the operator manual and official deere.com website for official information.



