John Deere 8000 for Farming Simulator 25
The classic John Deere 8000 series (1995-1999): 8.1-liter engine, 16×4 Powershift and 185 to 270 hp. Lightweight (24 MB) and available on consoles.
Download John Deere 8000
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What this mod does
This mod by Smety brings a classic large John Deere tractor to Farming Simulator 25: the 8000 series built between 1995 and 1999. It’s one of the highest-rated tractors on the ModHub, with over 1,700 votes.
In-game specs
- 8.1-liter six-cylinder turbo engine.
- 16×4 Powershift transmission.
- 185 to 270 hp depending on configuration.
- Top speed of 40 km/h.
- Base price of $90,200.
Configuration
You can change the tire brand and type, the body color, rims and engine grille, the front hitch, the fenders, the side markers and the work lights.
Version 1.1.0.0
The July 2026 update revised the physics and engine performance, fixed the front axle and seat suspension, added exhaust smoke, American-style drawbar compatibility, more wheels, and improved textures and geometry.
It’s a good option if you want a powerful ’90s tractor for heavy work without bogging down your savegame with a huge mod.
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User rating
Highlights and things to keep in mind
- Highly rated classic tractor (4.6/5 with over 1,700 votes)
- Takes up very little space
- Good wheel and cosmetic options
- Capped at 40 km/h on the road
- A single model (no variants from other series)
Requirements
- Farming Simulator 25 on PC/Mac, PS5 or Xbox Series X|S
- About 24 MB of free space
How to install it
- On PS5 or Xbox: open the mods menu (ModHub) from within the game, search for "John Deere 8000" and download it.
- On PC/Mac you can also use the in-game ModHub or download the .zip from the official ModHub page.
- If you download it manually, copy the .zip unextracted into Documents/My Games/FarmingSimulator2025/mods.
- When creating or loading your savegame, check the mod in the mod list.
- In the shop, find it in the large tractors category, John Deere brand.
Version history
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1.1.0.016 Jul 2026Current
Revised physics and engine, front axle and seat fixes, exhaust smoke, US drawbar, more wheels and improved textures
Common problems
Where is it in the shop?
The ModHub lists it as a large tractor (Large Tractors), under John Deere.
What's its top speed?
40 km/h, like the real model from that era.
Does it work on console?
Yes, the ModHub offers it for PS5 and Xbox Series X|S.
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