Engine

The engine is a John Deere 6068 Powe Tech turbocharged intercooled diesel 6-cylinder liquid-cooled with a displacement of 414.4ci / 6.8L. It has a bore/stroke of 4.19x5.00inches / 106x 127mm and a power output of 165hp / 123.0kW. The fuel system is a rotary injection pump and it has a rated rpm of 2100. The engine produces a torque of 528.1lb-ft / 716.1Nm at 1400 rpm and has a starter voltage of 12.


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Transmission

The transmission is a John Deere Power Quad with a type of partial power shift. It has 16 forward and reverse gears and a hydraulic wet disc JD Hy-Gard clutch. The transmission has four power shift gears (1-4) in four synchronized ranges (A-D). The engine produces a PTO power of 143hp / 106.6kW. The transmission is reliable and provides smooth gear changes. It is also easy to operate and maintain.

Brakes

The brakes are hydraulic wet disc and provide reliable stopping power. The brake system is efficient and easy to maintain. The engine produces a torque of 528.1lb-ft / 716.1Nm at 1400 rpm which helps in braking. The brakes are responsive and provide good control over the tractor. The brake system is durable and has a long life.



Steering

The steering is power-assisted and provides good control over the tractor. The steering system is reliable and easy to operate. The fuel tank has a capacity of 79.25gal / 300.0L which provides long hours of operation. The steering system is durable and requires minimal maintenance. The steering system is also responsive and provides good maneuverability.


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Common Problems

Users have reported issues with the differential lock which is electro-hydraulic. The cab is optional and some users have reported issues with the visibility from the cab. The transmission is a 16-speed partial power shift and some users have reported issues with gear changes. The chassis is 4x4 MFWD 4WD and some users have reported issues with the stability of the tractor. The brakes are hydraulic wet disc and some users have reported issues with the brake system.

What Users Like

Users like the standard tires (ag) which are Front: 16.9-28. Rear: 20.8-38. They also like the optional tires (ag) which are Front: 18.4-26. Rear: 24.5-32 Front: 480/70R28. Rear: 650/75R32 Front: 16.9R30. Rear: 20.8R42. Users appreciate the reliable transmission which provides smooth gear changes. They also like the power-assisted steering which provides good control over the tractor. The fuel tank has a capacity of 79.25gal / 300.0L which provides long hours of operation. Users also appreciate the lifting capacity of the hydraulics system.

Techincal Specifications

Power

Engine165hp / 123.0kW
Pto (claimed)143hp / 106.6kW

Engine Detail

DescriptionJohn Deere 6068 Powe Tech turbocharged intercooled diesel 6-cylinder liquid-cooled
Displacement414.4ci / 6.8L
Bore/stroke4.19x5.00inches / 106x 127mm
Power165hp / 123.0kW
Fuel Systemrotary injection pump
Rated Rpm2100
Torque528.1lb-ft / 716.1Nm
Torque Rpm1400
Starter Volts12

Engine

DescriptionJohn Deere 6.8L 6-cyl diesel
Fuel Tank79.25gal / 300.0L

Transmission

TransmissionJohn Deere Power Quad
Typepartial power shift
Gears16 forward and reverse
Clutchhydraulic wet discs JD Hy-Gard
DescriptionFour power shift gears (1-4) in four synchronized ranges (A-D)

Mechanical

Chassis4x4 MFWD 4WD
Differential Lockelectro-hydraulic
Steeringpower
Brakeshydraulic wet disc
CabFour-post ROPS. Cab optional
Transmission16-speed partial power shift

Tires

Standard Tires (ag)Front: 16.9-28. Rear: 20.8-38
Optional Tires (ag)Front: 18.4-26. Rear: 24.5-32 Front: 480/70R28. Rear: 650/75R32 Front: 16.9R30. Rear: 20.8R42

Dimensions

Wheelbase107.5inches / 273cm
Length213.4inches / 542cm
Height115.4inches / 293cm
Ground Clearance20.5inches / 52cm
Rear Axle3.661 by 109.3inches / 92by 2776mm
Front Tread56.1 to 84.1inches / 142to 213cm
Rear Tread62.5 to 126.7inches / 158to 321cm

Dimensions And Tires

Wheelbase107.5inches / 273cm
Weight15190 to 16290 pounds
Front Tire16.9-28
Rear Tire20.8-38

Hydraulics

Typeclosed center pressure-flow compensated (PFC)
Pressure2900psi / 200.0bar
Valves2 to 3
Pump Flow29.06gpm / 110.0lpm
Scv Flow27.74gpm / 105.0lpm JD Hy-Gard

Tractor Hitch

Rear TypeIII
Controlelectronic lower link
Rear Lift (at Ends)13,230lbs / 6001kg
Rear Lift (at 2412,790lbs / 5801kg

Electrical

Groundnegative
Charging Systemalternator
Charging Amps90
Battery Volts12
Battery Ah150

Speeds

DescriptionWith 20.8-38 R1 rear tires. Reverse speeds are 15% faster than forward

Power Take Off Pto

Rear Ptoindependent
Clutchelectro-hydraulic
Rear Rpm540/1000

Weight

Rops15,190lbs / 6890kg
Cab16,290lbs / 7389kg
Ballasted20,720lbs / 9398kg