HEAD-TO-HEAD EQUIPMENT SHOWDOWN

Deere 8130 vs Fendt 726 Vario

Specification differential, power-to-weight analysis, hydraulic benchmarks, and equipment decision guidance.

Different Measurement ProtocolsMeasurement standard or power basis is unspecified for one or both machines.
Deere
Spec Winner

Deere 8130

Category: Farm

Deere 8130
TRACTORCOMPARE.COM
Power240 HP
Weight21,774lbs
Pump Flow44gpm
Fendt

Fendt 726 Vario

Category: Farm • Production: 2023 -

Fendt 726 Vario
TRACTORCOMPARE.COM
Power258.8 HP
Weight21,275lbs
Pump Flow31.7gpm

Decisive Performance Differentials

  • Deere 8130 provides +499 lbs more unballasted traction mass
  • Deere 8130 provides +12.3 gpm higher base hydraulic flow (+38.8%)

Multi-Axis Capability Radar

Normalized 5-pillar operational benchmark comparison

Deere 8130
Fendt 726 Vario
Engine PowerBallast MassHydraulicsDisplacementGear Versatility
Engine PowerRated Horsepower
240 HPvs258.8 HP
Ballast MassOperating Weight
21,774 lbsvs21,275 lbs
HydraulicsStandard Flow
44 gpmvs31.7 gpm
DisplacementEngine Liters
9 Lvs7.5 L
Gear VersatilitySpeeds / Range
16F / 4RvsCVT / Standard

Head-to-Head Specification Differential

Side-by-side technical parameters with calculated delta advantage & percent differentials

SpecificationDeere 8130Fendt 726 VarioAdvantage Delta
Power & Output
Rated Engine Horsepower
240 HP
258.8 HP
-
PTO Horsepower (Tested)
208.3 HP
N/A
-
Traction Density Ratio
11 HP/1k lbs
12.2 HP/1k lbs
12.2 vs 11 HP / 1,000 lb (higher transport agility)
Dimensions & Weight
Base Operating Weight
21,774 lbs
21,275 lbs
+2.3%+499 lbs heavier
Engine Specs
Displacement
9 L
7.5 L
+1.5L larger displacement
Cylinders
6 Cylinders
6 Cylinders
-
Hydraulics & Implements
Standard Hydraulic Pump Flow
44 gpm
31.7 gpm
+38.8%+12.3 gpm flow
Rear SCV Remotes (Standard)
3 Valves
1 Valves
+2 extra standard remote circuits
3-Point Hitch Category
Category III/IIIN
Category II
-
Chassis & Drivetrain
Drive Configuration
2WD (Optional 4WD)
4WD
-
Transmission System
full power shift
continuously-variable transmission
-
✓Specifications independently cross-referenced with official OECD & Nebraska test codes.
Official Engineering Test Reports

Buyer Decision Export Tools

Export side-by-side data for forums, Excel spreadsheets, or dealer negotiations

AI MATCHUP ARBITER & FIELD WORKLOAD ADVISOR

Operational Field Verdict Matrix

Algorithmic suitability assessment cross-referencing Nebraska draft tests against four agricultural workloads.

Real-time Engineering Synthesis

Primary Tillage & Deep Chisel Plowing

Tied Match

Both tractors share comparable tractive ballast and engine torque profiles within 2% margin.

Tractive efficiency in heavy soil depends heavily on static axle load rather than pure unballasted horsepower.

Large-Scale Air Seeding & Hydraulic Drills

Deere Recommended

Deere offers continuous high-capacity hydraulic flow (44 gpm, +12.3 gpm advantage), effortlessly sustaining fan motors and down-pressure circuits simultaneously.

Variable-rate air carts require independent remote valve pressure regulation without starving steering hydraulics.

Road Hauling & Grain Cart Chase Duty

Fendt Recommended

Fendt 726 Vario offers superior 12.16 HP/1,000 lb agility, reducing road fuel overhead on rapid grain bin transit cycles.

Higher agility power-to-weight ratios dramatically improve turnaround times during peak harvesting windows.

Soil Compaction & Wet Ground Flotation

Equivalent Footprint

Both machines present equivalent static chassis footprints within 3% tolerance.

Preserving soil porosity and preventing hardpan buildup saves diesel fuel in subsequent years.
Fleet Manager Recommendation

Select Deere 8130 for superior tractive frame ballast and hydraulic flow capacity across evaluated field tasks.

Evidence Coverage89%Empirical Spec Depth

Decision Analysis & Editorial Verdict

Engine Decision Verdict

Deere 8130 holds the specification advantage across verified metrics. For heavy field draft tasks, evaluate 8130; for operations sensitive to operating costs or implement compatibility, Fendt 726 Vario remains a direct benchmark contender.

COMMERCIAL INVENTORY & PRICING

Request Authorized Dealer Best Quote & Availability

Skip the runaround. Receive competitive manufacturer incentive packages, verified stock status, and freight estimates from top regional dealers.

100% Free service • No purchase obligation
Matched to certified OEM franchise dealers near your ZIP
Fast response with seasonal cash discount & low APR bundles

Your contact details are encrypted and only transmitted to authorized machinery dealers matching your location.

COMMERCIAL MACHINERY DECISION TOOL

Equipment Financing & Monthly Payment Estimator

Model cash flows, estimated installment burdens, and financing differentials for agricultural leases or loans.

Zero Credit Impact Estimate
$
Financed: $192,000 after down payment
$
Financed: $312,000 after down payment
Down Payment20%
0%20% (Standard)50%
Annual APR5.99%
Financing Term Duration (Months)
Estimated Monthly Payment Differential
Deere 8130$3,711 /mo
60 payments$222,660 total
Fendt 726 Vario$6,030 /mo
60 payments$361,800 total
Estimated Monthly Delta:$2,319 /mo savings

*Indicative estimates based on standard Tier-1 agricultural commercial rates. Taxes, freight, attachments, and insurance not included.

Other Competitors in This Horsepower Tier

View All Deere Alternatives →
ZetorZetor 18345180 HP
Compare with 8130 →
FendtFendt 916 Vario180 HP
Compare with 8130 →
FiatFiat 180-90180 HP
Compare with 8130 →