John Deere
408R Sprayer
Self-Propelled Sprayers
Completely redesigned from the ground up with the latest advances in technology, the smartest cab in its class, higher application rates and smooth-running comfort, the 408R Sprayer can take your productivity to whole new levels.
Current product detail page listed in the official John Deere AFME sitemap; this does not assert a 2026 model year or confirmed Eswatini stock.
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Model / part number: 6816N
Technical specification source: Official manufacturer technical data
Catalogue source: John Deere Africa & Middle East (AFME) · Checked 2026-10-04
Specifications
Key Specs12 specifications
- Rated Engine Power (Metric)
- 209.0 kW
- Rated Engine Power (Imperial)
- 280.0 hp
- Maximum Engine Power (Metric)
- 224.0 kW
- Maximum Engine Power (Imperial)
- 300.0 hp
- Rinse Tank Capacity (Metric)
- 454.2 L
- Rinse Tank Capacity (Imperial)
- 120.0 gal.
- Solution System Control
- Automatic Solution Control (ASC) with optional Pressure Recirculation & Product Reclaim and optional ASC Premium with Pressure Recirculation & Product Reclaim
- Boom Length Options
- 60/90, 60/100, 72/120, or 72/132 ft (18.3/27.4, 18.3/30.5, 22/36.5, or 22/40 m)
- Boom Material Options
- Steel or carbon fiber
- Suspension
- Dual-strut independent wheel air-ride suspension
- Crop Clearance (Standard) (Metric)
- 152 cm
- Crop Clearance (Standard) (Imperial)
- 60 in.
Engine8 specifications
- Engine Model
- Tier IV/ Stage V
- Rated Engine Power (Metric)
- 209.0 kW
- Rated Engine Power (Imperial)
- 280.0 hp
- Maximum Engine Power (Metric)
- 224.0 kW
- Maximum Engine Power (Imperial)
- 300.0 hp
- Number of Cylinders
- 6
- Displacement (Metric)
- 6.8 L
- Displacement (Imperial)
- 415.0 cu in.
Solution System16 specifications
- Solution Tank Capacity (Metric)
- 3028.0 L
- Solution Tank Capacity (Imperial)
- 800.0 gal.
- Solution Tank Material
- Poly or Stainless Steel
- Rinse Tank Capacity (Metric)
- 454.2 L
- Rinse Tank Capacity (Imperial)
- 120.0 gal.
- Quick Fill Size (Metric)
- 7.6 cm
- Quick Fill Size (Imperial)
- 3.0 in.
- Rate Control Make
- John Deere Section Control (optional)
- Solution System Control
- Automatic Solution Control (ASC) with optional Pressure Recirculation & Product Reclaim and optional ASC Premium with Pressure Recirculation & Product Reclaim
- Fill Location
- Side fill, front fill (optional)
- Suction Strainer
- 20 mesh
- Pressure Strainer
- 50 mesh
- Boom Strainer
- 80 mesh
- See & Spray Gen 2 (Imperial)
- 90, 100, 120 ft
- See & Spray Gen 2 (Metric)
- 27.4, 30.5, 36.6 m
- Chemical Injection Method
- ExactInject™ Direct Injection System
Boom6 specifications
- Boom Length Options
- 60/90, 60/100, 72/120, or 72/132 ft (18.3/27.4, 18.3/30.5, 22/36.5, or 22/40 m)
- Boom Height Control
- BoomTrac™ Pro 2 – five sensor (optional)
- Boom Material Options
- Steel or carbon fiber
- Boom Sections
- 15 sections (nozzle control), 13 sections with boom length: 132 ft (40.2 m), 11 sections with boom length: 120 ft (36.6 m), 9 sections with boom length: 100 ft (30.5 m), 7 sections with boom length: 90 ft (27.4 m)
- Nozzle Spacings (Metric)
- 38.1 / 50.8 cm
- Nozzle Spacings (Imperial)
- 15 / 20 in.
Chassis3 specifications
- Dry Compatible
- Yes: 200 cu ft (5.7 m3)
- Suspension
- Dual-strut independent wheel air-ride suspension
- Ladder Raise/Lower
- Automatic
Transmission1 specifications
- Shifting
- Electrohydraulic
Steering & Brakes3 specifications
- Parking Brake
- Spring-engaged, hydraulically disengaged wet disk pack
- Primary Brakes
- Hydrostatic
- Four Wheel Steer Available
- Yes
Tires1 specifications
- Flotation Tires
- 520/85R38 or 620/70R38 (field installed only)
Capacities2 specifications
- Hydraulic Reservoir Capacity (Metric)
- 98.0 L
- Hydraulic Reservoir Capacity (Imperial)
- 26.0 gal.
Dimensions & Weights5 specifications
- Crop Clearance (Standard) (Metric)
- 152 cm
- Crop Clearance (Standard) (Imperial)
- 60 in.
- Wheelbase (Metric)
- 430.0 cm
- Wheelbase (Imperial)
- 169.3 in.
- Turning Radius
- 28.5 ft (8.7 m) with optional 4WS: 18.5 ft (5.6 m)
Miscellaneous1 specifications
- Foam Marker Capacity
- Air injection foamer: 5.7 L