Engine

The engine is a John Deere 6068HL281 turbocharged diesel 6-cylinder 12-valve liquid-cooled with a displacement of 413.7ci / 6.8L and bore/stroke of 4.19x5.00inches / 106x 127mm. It has a high-pressure common rail injection fuel system and a viscous fan cooling system. The engine has a rated power of 150hp / 111.9kW and a maximum power of 163hp / 121.5kW. The oil capacity is 20.6qts / 19.5L and the coolant capacity is 29.6qts / 28.0L. The engine is Tier III compliant and has a dry element air cleaner.


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Transmission

The transmission is a 20-speed partial power shift or 32-speed partial power shift. The engine (gross) power is 155hp / 115.6kW, the engine (net) power is 150hp / 111.9kW, the engine (max) power is 163hp / 121.5kW, and the PTO (claimed) power is 135hp / 100.7kW. The transmission has a smooth shifting and is easy to operate. It has a good range of speeds and is suitable for a variety of tasks. The transmission is reliable and requires minimal maintenance.

Brakes

The brakes are hydraulic wet disc and the differential lock is rear electro-hydraulic wet disc. The engine has a torque of 513lb-ft / 695.6Nm at 1500rpm. The rated RPM is 2100 and the idle RPM is 850-2250. The brakes are responsive and provide good stopping power. The differential lock is effective and provides good traction. The engine has a Tier III emissions rating and is compliant with environmental regulations. The air cleaner is a dry element type and requires minimal maintenance. The oil change interval is 500 hours and the coolant change interval is 3000 hours.



Steering

The steering is powered by a John Deere 6.8L 6-cylinder diesel engine. It is responsive and provides good maneuverability. The steering is easy to operate and requires minimal effort. The steering system is reliable and requires minimal maintenance. The steering system is suitable for a variety of tasks and provides good control.


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Common Problems

Users have reported issues with the cab air-conditioning system. Some users have reported problems with the hydraulic system. There have been reports of transmission issues, including difficulty shifting gears and slipping gears. Some users have reported problems with the differential lock system. There have been reports of electrical issues, including problems with the starter and alternator.

What Users Like

Users appreciate the smooth shifting of the transmission and the good range of speeds. The brakes are responsive and provide good stopping power. The differential lock is effective and provides good traction. The steering is responsive and provides good maneuverability. Users like the reliability of the engine and the minimal maintenance required.

Techincal Specifications

Power

Engine (gross)155hp / 115.6kW
Engine (net)150hp / 111.9kW
Engine (max)163hp / 121.5kW
Pto (claimed)135hp / 100.7kW

Engine Detail

DescriptionJohn Deere 6068HL281 turbocharged diesel 6-cylinder 12-valve liquid-cooled
Displacement413.7ci / 6.8L
Bore/stroke4.19x5.00inches / 106x 127mm
EmissionsTier III
Rated Power (ece R24)150hp / 111.9kW
Rated Power (ec 97/98)155hp / 115.6kW
Maximum Power (ece R24)158hp / 117.8kW
Maximum Power (ec 97/68)163hp / 121.5kW
Fuel Systemhigh-pressure common rail injection
Cooling Systemviscous fan
Air Cleanerdry element
Rated Rpm2100
Idle Rpm850-2250
Operating Rpm1500-2100
Torque513lb-ft / 695.6Nm
Torque Rpm1500
Firing Order1-5-3-6-2-4
Starter Volts12
Starter Power4hp / 3.0kW
Oil Capacity20.6qts / 19.5L
Oil Change500 h
Coolant Capacity29.6qts / 28.0L
Coolant Change3000 h
Intake Valve Clearance0.014inches / 0.356mm
Exhaust Valve Clearance0.018inches / 0.457mm

Engine

DescriptionJohn Deere 6.8L 6-cyl diesel

Mechanical

Chassis4x4 MFWD 4WD
Differential Lockrear electro-hydraulic wet disc
Brakeshydraulic wet disc
CabCab standard with air-conditioning
Transmissions20-speed partial power shift 32-speed partial power shift

Tires

Standard Tires (ag)Front: 16.9R28. Rear: 20.8R38

Dimensions

Wheelbase104.3inches / 264cm
Length187.3inches / 475cm
Width93.8inches / 238cm
Height115.1inches / 292cm
Front Tread63.9 to 83.3inches / 162to 211cm
Rear Tread63.9 to 79.6inches / 162to 202cm

Dimensions And Tires

Wheelbase104.3inches / 264cm
Weight12,420lbs / 5633kg
Front Tire16.9R28
Rear Tire20.8R38

Serial Numbers

LocationFront-right side of main tractor frame, above front axle

Capacity

Fuel66gal / 249.8L
Optional Fuel85.9gal / 325.1L
Hydraulic System13.2gal / 50.0L

Hydraulics

Typeconstant flow pressure and flow compensated (PFC) optional
Capacity13.2gal / 50.0L
Pressure2,901psi / 200.0bar
Pump Flow21.4gpm / 81.0lpm
Pfc Pump Flow29.1gpm / 110.1lpm

Tractor Hitch

Rear TypeII/IIIN
Controlload and depth control with electronic lower-link sensing
Rear Lift16,730lbs / 7588kg 18,880lbs / 8563kg (optional)

Electrical

Groundnegative
Charging Systemalternator
Charging Amps90
Optional Charging Amps154
Battery Volts12

Power Take Off Pto

Rear Ptoindependent
Clutchelectro-hydraulic wet disc
Rear Rpm540/540E / 1000
Engine Rpm1000@1995
Front Rpm1000

Weight

Shipping12,420lbs / 5633kg
Max Capacity23,150lbs / 10500kg
Max Rear Axle16,535lbs / 7500kg