The John Deere 8560 transmission listing shows 16F/6R gears, 12-speed, and 24-speed. Top travel speed is 20.2 mph forward and 13.5 mph reverse. Transmission options include PowerShift.
Forward/reverse gears16F/6R
Forward speed32.5 km/h
Reverse speed21.7 km/h
Transmission optionsPowerShift
John Deere 8560 Transmission Specs
Forward/reverse gears
16F/6R
Transmission gear count
12-speed; 24-speed
Top forward speed
20.2 mph
Top reverse speed
13.5 mph
Transmission options
PowerShift
Transmission type
PowerShift
Transmission Speed Comparison Chart
Top forward speed comparison
This model
20.2 mph
Average
17.9 mph
Low
1.6 mph
High
31.1 mph
Top reverse speed comparison
This model
13.5 mph
Average
11.4 mph
Low
1.7 mph
High
31.1 mph
John Deere 8560 Extra Transmission Notes
Speed note
The John Deere 8560 transmission speed listing gives 20.2 mph forward and 13.5 mph reverse. Reverse speed is lower than forward speed in the captured data
Options note
The John Deere 8560 transmission-options field shows PowerShift. 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.
