In specification terms, the John Deere 8600 4WD Forage Harvester (2017-2025) shows typical engine power at 617 hp (460 kW) alongside high travel speed at 24.9 mph (40 km/h). Another useful figure is transport width at 12.1 ft (3.7 m).
Specification profile
2017-2025
Engine power: 617 hp (460 kW)Travel speed: 24.9 mph (40 km/h)Transport width: 12.1 ft (3.7 m)Max. Pick-up Width: 9.84 ft (3 m)
617 hp (460 kW)Engine power
24.9 mph (40 km/h)Travel speed
12.1 ft (3.7 m)Transport width
9.84 ft (3 m)Max. Pick-up Width
8.37 ft (2.55 m)Min. Pick-up Width
12.8 ft (3.89 m)Transport height
21.7 ft (6.6 m)Transport length
3.57 US gal (13.5 L)Displacement
How it compares
Low, average or high?
Engine power
Average
617 hp (460 kW)
Low 126 hp (94 kW)Typical 586 hp (437 kW)High 1,006 hp (750 kW)
Engine power is close to the typical figure.
Travel speed
High
24.9 mph (40 km/h)
Low 12.4 mph (20 km/h)Typical 19.8 mph (31.9 km/h)High 24.9 mph (40 km/h)
Travel speed is well above the typical figure.
Transport width
Above average
12.1 ft (3.7 m)
Low 8.2 ft (2.5 m)Typical 10.7 ft (3.27 m)High 12.3 ft (3.74 m)
Transport width is above the typical figure.
Transport height
Average
12.8 ft (3.89 m)
Low 9.84 ft (3 m)Typical 12.4 ft (3.78 m)High 13.1 ft (4 m)
Transport height is close to the typical figure.
Transport length
Average
21.7 ft (6.6 m)
Low 14.8 ft (4.5 m)Typical 22.8 ft (6.96 m)High 28.2 ft (8.59 m)
Transport length is close to the typical figure.
Displacement
Low
3.57 US gal (13.5 L)
Low 2.38 US gal (9 L)Typical 8.19 US gal (31 L)High 63.9 US gal (242 L)
Displacement is well below the typical figure.
Visual overview
Key measurements
Measurements
Related measurements grouped for faster scanning.
Overall size
The main published dimensions shown together at a glance.
Equipment
Features & equipment
Published equipment and feature availability for this model.
Air BrakesNO
Air conditioningYES
All-wheel DriveYES
CabinYES
Metal DetectorNO
Overload SafetyNO
Rollover ProtectionNO
Overview
Model information
| Manufacturer | John Deere |
|---|---|
| Model | 8600 4WD Forage Harvester |
| Model year / production | 2017-2025 |
Full specifications
Technical details
Performance
Engine power617 hp (460 kW)
Travel speed24.9 mph (40 km/h)
Dimensions
Max. Pick-up Width9.84 ft (3 m)
Min. Pick-up Width8.37 ft (2.55 m)
Transport height12.8 ft (3.89 m)
Transport length21.7 ft (6.6 m)
Transport width12.1 ft (3.7 m)
Capacity & weight
Overload SafetyNo
Engine & drivetrain
Displacement3.57 US gal (13.5 L)
Emission levelTier 4 f/EU V
Engine manufacturerJohn Deere
Engine type6135H2014
Number of cylinders6.0
All-wheel DriveYes
Transmission TypeA
Setup & fitment
Back Tyres620/70 R30
Front Tyres900/60 R42
Features
Air conditioningYes
Other specifications
Model series8000
Air BrakesNo
BrakesS
CabinYes
Metal DetectorNo
Rollover ProtectionNo
SteeringHH
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