New Holland T8.380
Utility Tractor · 2025
Overview
The New Holland T8.380 provides the power and durability required for working farm operations. With 311 horsepower (265 PTO HP), it handles demanding implements and attachments effectively. The cvt (continuously variable) transmission delivers reliable power transfer. Loader-compatible for material handling tasks.
Owner Ratings
Based on 72 owner reviews
Best For
- ✓Working farms and agricultural operations
- ✓Heavy implements and PTO-driven equipment
- ✓Rotary cutters and brush hogs
- ✓PTO-driven implements
- ✓3-point implements up to 15900 lbs
Not Ideal For
- ✗Properties with limited storage space
- ✗Operators seeking low purchase cost
Key Features
FPT Cursor 9 8.7L 6-cyl engine
Delivers reliable power and efficient fuel consumption.
CVT or 18F/4R powershift
A standout feature enhancing overall performance.
MFWD
A standout feature enhancing overall performance.
Cat III/IIIN 3-point hitch
Ready for attachments and heavy lifting tasks.
44 GPM hydraulics
Powerful hydraulic system for versatile implement control.
T8 High-Horsepower Series
New Holland T8 High-Horsepower tractors are built for large-scale farming operations that require sustained output, precision capability, and dependable heavy-duty performance. The series supports intensive tillage, broad-acre seeding support, heavy transport, and high-capacity implement work where stability and control are critical. Options within the T8 family, including SmartTrax configurations, allow businesses to align traction approach with soil and workload conditions. New Holland combines powerful hydraulic and driveline capability with advanced technology integration and an operator-focused cab to maximize campaign productivity. For enterprises managing narrow weather windows and high field volume, T8 tractors provide the strength, versatility, and operational confidence needed to keep large programs moving efficiently.
Large-Scale Field Output
The T8 series is engineered to deliver high-output performance for operations handling extensive acreage and aggressive seasonal timelines. These tractors are designed for sustained heavy field work, maintaining dependable traction and productivity through long days under demanding loads. Their capability helps producers complete critical field operations within short windows where timeliness affects both yield outcomes and logistics planning. T8 machines are therefore more than high-power tractors; they are core productivity drivers for large enterprises. With strong field stamina and adaptable setup choices, the series supports predictable execution at scale.
- •Built for high-volume broad-acre field programs
- •Sustained performance during long intensive campaigns
- •Supports timely completion in narrow weather windows
- •Core productivity asset for large-scale operations
Traction Strategy with SmartTrax Options
T8 lineup options include SmartTrax configurations, giving operations flexibility in how they manage traction, flotation, and field contact depending on conditions. This adaptability can help preserve field access and support stable power transfer across varying soil profiles. Choosing the right traction setup is increasingly important for operations balancing productivity goals with long-term soil stewardship and timeliness. By offering multiple approaches within the same high-horsepower family, New Holland enables better fit to regional and agronomic realities. The result is a more strategic equipment decision that supports both immediate output and operational resilience.
- •SmartTrax variants for traction and flotation flexibility
- •Supports condition-specific field performance strategies
- •Helps align productivity and soil management priorities
- •Single series coverage for varied traction preferences
High-Capacity Hydraulic and Implement Support
T8 tractors are designed to operate demanding implements that require strong hydraulic capability and steady high-load performance. This allows large operations to run complex equipment packages with confidence during peak campaign periods. Reliable implement integration and consistent machine response help reduce slowdowns when productivity pressure is highest. The platform is also suited for transport and support roles that complement heavy field tasks, improving overall utilization. In practice, T8 capability enables businesses to keep critical operations synchronized across teams, machines, and shifting seasonal priorities.
- •Hydraulic capacity for high-demand implement requirements
- •Steady performance under sustained heavy workloads
- •Suitable for both field and transport-intensive roles
- •Supports synchronized large-operation workflows
Technology-Ready Operator Productivity
The T8 platform combines high-horsepower performance with modern precision and operator support technologies to improve consistency at scale. Advanced controls and integrated guidance workflows help teams maintain accuracy, reduce overlap, and document performance across large programs. Inside the cab, ergonomic design supports operator endurance during extended shifts, protecting decision quality when workloads peak. This blend of technology and comfort is critical for operations where small efficiency gains compound across many acres. T8 tractors deliver a productivity environment built for both machine output and human performance in professional high-volume agriculture.
- •Precision-ready controls for large-scale accuracy
- •Guidance integration supports reduced overlap and waste
- •Cab ergonomics for long-duration operator effectiveness
- •Efficiency gains that compound across extensive acreage
What Owners Say
- •The T8.380 handles the most demanding large-farm planting and tillage campaigns
- •380hp with full PowerShift capability covers every field speed and draft requirement
- •New Holland PLM precision ag integration is deep and reliable at this performance level
- •Excellent cab comfort and ergonomics for operators working extended operational days
- •Owners running the T8.380 report outstanding per-acre fuel efficiency relative to competitors
Complete Specifications
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Engine | |
| Gross Horsepower | 311 HP |
| PTO Horsepower | 265 HP |
| Cylinders | 6 |
| Displacement | 8.7L |
| Fuel Type | diesel |
| Transmission & Drive | |
| Transmission Type | CVT (continuously variable) |
| Drive Type | MFWD |
| Hydraulics & Hitch | |
| Hydraulic Flow | 44 GPM |
| 3-Point Hitch | Category III/IIIN |
| Lift Capacity | 15,900 lbs |
| PTO | |
| PTO Type | Independent |
| PTO Speed | 1000 RPM |
| Dimensions & Weight | |
| Operating Weight | 22,487 lbs |
| Length | 263" |
| Wheelbase | 138" |
| Compatibility | |
| Front Loader | 885TL |
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| Specification | New Holland T8.380 | — | — |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | |||
| Gross HP | 311 HP | — | — |
| PTO HP | 265 HP | — | — |
| Cylinders | 6 | — | — |
| Displacement | 8.7L | — | — |
| Fuel Type | diesel | — | — |
| Transmission & Drive | |||
| Transmission | CVT (continuously variable) | — | — |
| Drive Type | MFWD | — | — |
| Hydraulics & Hitch | |||
| Hydraulic Flow | 44 GPM | — | — |
| 3-Point Hitch | Category III/IIIN | — | — |
| Lift Capacity | 15,900 lbs | — | — |
| PTO | |||
| PTO Type | Independent | — | — |
| PTO Speed | 1000 RPM | — | — |
| Dimensions & Weight | |||
| Length | 263" | — | — |
| Height | 132" | — | — |
| Wheelbase | 138" | — | — |
| Weight | 22,487 lbs | — | — |
| Fuel & Performance | |||
| Fuel Capacity | 163 gal | — | — |
| Pricing | |||
| Typical Price | $329,479 | — | — |
| MSRP From | $305,073 | — | — |
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Get More From Your New Holland T8.380
Owning it is just the start. These guides cover the attachments, upkeep, and equipment that fit this tractor.
Attachment Compatibility
Match implements by hitch, PTO, and hydraulics.
Read guide3-Point Hitch Guide
Categories, pin sizes, and how to attach implements.
Read guidePTO Attachments Guide
How the PTO works and the implements it drives.
Read guideHydraulic Remotes
Add and troubleshoot rear remotes.
Read guideFarm Fuel Storage
Store and transfer diesel on your property.
Read guideFarm Backup Power
Run a PTO generator off this tractor.
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