Top travel speed is 31.1 mph forward and 14.9 mph reverse. Transmission options include IVT.
Forward speed50 km/h
Reverse speed24 km/h
Transmission optionsIVT
John Deere 8R 540 Transmission Specs
Top forward speed
31.1 mph
Top reverse speed
14.9 mph
Transmission options
IVT
Transmission type
IVT
Transmission Speed Comparison Chart
Top forward speed comparison
This model
31.1 mph
Average
17.9 mph
Low
1.6 mph
High
31.1 mph
Top reverse speed comparison
This model
14.9 mph
Average
11.4 mph
Low
1.7 mph
High
31.1 mph
John Deere 8R 540 Extra Transmission Notes
Speed note
For travel-speed comparison, the John Deere 8R 540 is listed with 31.1 mph forward speed and 14.9 mph reverse speed. Reverse speed is noticeably lower than forward speed, which is common on many tractor transmissions
Options note
The John Deere 8R 540 option list includes IVT. That keeps the option listing fairly simple, but the exact package should still be checked on the individual tractor
Official information note
Mistakes do happen. Transmission specs can change by year, trim, region, tire size and option package. Please check the operator manual, build sheet and official deere.com website for official information.
