John Deere Power Systems has added the 5.0L JD5 and 7.5L JD8 to its industrial Next Generation Engine lineup and will release a new battery model from Kreisel Electric later this year: the KBE.59.750M
The upcoming diesel engines offer an anticipated power range of 125 to 268 horsepower from the JD5 and 250 to 389 horsepower from the JD8, placing both models between the existing JD4 and JD9. The JD14, offering 400 to 684 horsepower, and the JD18, rated for 700 to 907 horsepower, complete John Deere Power System’s next-gen lineup.
Both new engines will be compatible with renewable diesel fuel and biodiesel blends. The JD8 is expected to hit the U.S. market in 2029, followed by the JD5.
On the electric side, John Deere Power Systems is also bringing the KBE.59.750M battery to production, courtesy of Kreisel Electric, of which Deere acquired majority ownership in 2021.
The upcoming KBE.59.750M battery.Kreisel Electric
This latest lithium-Ion 21700 battery offers total energy content of 59 kWh, an operating voltage range of 558V to 740V and weighs in at 760.6 pounds. The KBE.59.750M offers a 10-second peak discharge of 231 kW, equivalent to roughly 310 horsepower, and a continuous discharge of 40 kW, or 53.6 horsepower.
Deere isn't the only engine manufacturer to debut new models in 2026. Cummins revealed its next-gen X15 early this year, which ranges from 400 to 700 horsepower and can run on diesel, biofuels or hydrogen.
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