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Fendt 1050 Vario vs John Deere 8R 410

The Fendt 1050 Vario has about 24% more engine power (380 kW (510 hp) vs 306 kW (410 hp)).

Beyond the numbers, compare local dealer support, parts availability and resale value for Fendt and John Deere in your region: over the life of a machine they often matter more than small specification differences.

Fendt 1050 Vario high-horsepower tractor
Fendt Fendt 1050 Vario
John Deere 8R series row-crop tractor
John Deere John Deere 8R 410
Operating weight ——
Engine power 380 kW (510 hp)306 kW (410 hp)
Max. power ≈380 kW (517 hp)—
Engine MAN 12.4 L six-cylinderJohn Deere PowerTech 13.6 L
Transmission Fendt VarioDrive CVTe23 PowerShift, IVT or EVT (by market)
Concept High power at low engine speed—
Rated power —≈306 kW (410 hp)
Configurations —Wheels (8R), 2 tracks (8RX) also available
Guidance —StarFire receiver, AutoTrac ready
Strengths
  • + Huge power in a conventional tractor
  • + Low engine speed reduces fuel use
  • + Variable track width option
  • + Deep integration with Deere precision ag
  • + Strong dealer network
  • + Autonomy-ready platform
Watch-outs
  • − Very heavy and wide
  • − Requires large implements to use its power
  • − Expensive, with subscription-based tech features
  • − Heavy for some soils without ballast management
Full 1050 Vario reviewFull 8R 410 review

Specifications are typical figures for standard configurations and may be measured differently by each manufacturer (for example net vs gross power). Always confirm with the manufacturer or dealer. Build another comparison.