Production years
1989-1997
John Deere combine ยท 1989-1997
John Deere 9500 Combine Harvester
The John Deere 9500 is a late-1980s to 1990s conventional, six-walker Maximizer combine and a well-known Class 5 machine. It earned a strong reputation as a capable, straightforward maize, soybean, and small-grain combine for mid-size North farms.
Engine
John Deere 7.6L turbocharged six-cylinder diesel, commonly cited at up to 235 hp
Grain tank capacity
Approximately 7,050 litres
Header compatibility
John Deere 900 Series grain platforms and row-crop heads; commonly paired with 6.1-9.1 m platforms or six-row maize heads
John Deere 9500 specifications
| Production years | 1989-1997 |
|---|---|
| Threshing system | Conventional cylinder and six straw walkers |
| Engine | John Deere 7.6L turbocharged six-cylinder diesel, commonly cited at up to 235 hp |
| Grain tank capacity | Approximately 7,050 litres |
| Header compatibility | John Deere 900 Series grain platforms and row-crop heads; commonly paired with 6.1-9.1 m platforms or six-row maize heads |
| Weight | Approximately 10,885 kg without header |
| Defining specification | 55-in cylinder and six-walker separation system |
What the 9500 is used for
The 9500 was designed for diversified grain farms harvesting maize, soybeans, wheat, and other small grains. Its conventional threshing and six walkers make it particularly familiar to operators who want a clean sample and simple crop-specific adjustment.
Today, it remains a practical used combine for modest acreages, as a second machine, or as a dedicated soybean or small-grain unit. A properly maintained machine with matched headers can still provide dependable seasonal capacity.
Why the John Deere 9500 stands out
The 9500 is notable for its large installed base, familiar Deere controls, broad parts support, and workable conventional design. It is one of the better-known older Deere combines because it combines useful capacity with serviceability, although exact specifications vary by model year and equipment and should be confirmed against TractorData.com and manufacturer records.
Buying a used John Deere 9500
Inspect the cylinder bars, concaves, walker cranks and bearings, shoe bushings, feederhouse chain and sprockets, and variable-speed drive sheaves. Check the hydrostatic drive response, unloading system, engine cooling package, electrical functions, and separator versus engine hours; a documented maintenance history and a sound header are usually more important than cosmetics.
John Deere 9500 frequently asked questions
How much horsepower does a John Deere 9500 have?
Later 9500 combines are commonly cited at up to 235 hp; earlier machines had lower ratings.
How large is the 9500 grain tank?
The commonly cited capacity is about 200 bushels.
Is a John Deere 9500 still a good combine?
Yes, for modest acreages when it is maintained well and matched to a suitable header, though it is much smaller than modern high-capacity combines.
Specifications are commonly cited figures for general reference; exact figures vary by year, header and configuration, so confirm against the manufacturer's records and the machine's serial number. Weights, capacities and dimensions are converted to metric and rounded. Used combine values vary by condition and hours. Page updated 19 Sep 2026.