6R 120Utility Tractor

John Deere FT PowerTech™ 4-cylinder engines
Engine HP: 132 HP Max/120 HP Rated with up to 20 additional HP (IPM)
AutoQuad™ or IVT transmission
Cat. 2/3N Hitch with lift capacity over 7,900lb.

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Technology, connectivity, and automation

Operations Center

The John Deere Operations Center brings all your farm management data together in one place. Easy to understand, its integrated tools support your agronomic decision making and help you get maximum yield and consistent quality from your soil at significantly reduced input costs. Operations Center is how you turn valuable agronomic insights into smart decisions and easily define corrective actions. Other integrated tools let you create site-specific variable rate prescriptions and allow you to collaborate with agronomic advisors by granting them field-specific access rights. Documenting your work for clients also becomes a breeze with easily created, printed, and shared reports. What’s more, an Operations Center account is free to use no matter how big your operation is.

iTEC™ Pro

Intelligent Total Equipment Control integrates AutoTrac™ automatic steering and implement management systems to control tractor speed, front and rear mounted implements, and differential lock engagement, among other parameters. This allows for hands-free turns while reducing soil compaction, resulting in picture-perfect headlands and consistent crop growth.

JDLink™ system

See where your machines are and what they are doing with JDLink

JDLink shows where machines are, what they are doing, and how they are performing. You or your dealer can remotely assist operators with machine setup and operation leveraging Remote Display Access (RDA). JDLink connectivity additionally includes Wireless Data Transfer (WDT) for seamless data exchange between the machine and the office.

Easily transfer data and collaborate with trusted advisors
Better enable data-driven decisions
Report work completed accurately and timely
Increase machine uptime with Connected Support through remote monitoring services and diagnostics
Get quick in-field support with RDA
Remotely manage machines and employees to give you insights into how they are performing

Guidance solutions

AutoTrac ready

John Deere AutoTrac system provides a hands-free guidance solution, helping to manage in-field efficiency and greatly reducing operator fatigue. The 6R Tractor comes from the factory as AutoTrac ready, which includes the software, sensors and valves to provide an integrated solution for the producer (receiver and activation are purchased separately). This allows producers to capture the value of guidance without the installation of labor-intensive kits.

AutoTrac Turn Automation

AutoTrac Turn Automation controls the entire headland turn and manages all tractor and implement functions, including forward speed changes and power take-off (PTO) switching. It raises or lowers the hitch or activates selective control valves (SCVs) at exactly the right time and position in the field to guarantee perfectly consistent headland crop growth.

AutoPath™ system

AutoPath automatically creates guidance lines for different width machines based on data gathered by the first pass of a tillage implement or planter. It takes charge of your guidance line management, protecting nutrient investment and helping you make each pass with confidence and precision. If you are using different width implements for planting, spraying, or harvesting, AutoPath ensures the tires always follow the planted rows and stay off the crop. When harvesting, the combine is always guided to the correct starting point, and the guidance lines are automatically calculated based on the width of the header.

Operator station

View of cab

Operator station

The 6R Tractor cab delivers on comfort and convenience, regardless of your application. The all-around visibility and easy-to-use controls make the 6R a perfect fit for your operation. All 6R Tractors include a corner post display featuring state-of-the-art electronic instrumentation that blends well with the narrow right-hand cab post. This provides all the critical machine information and enhanced visibility. In addition, premium features such as automatic climate control, an instructor seat, and foot throttle come standard on the 6R Tractors.

CommandARM™ controls and G5 CommandCenter™ display

CommandARM and G5 CommandCenter display

The CommandARM console provides a thoroughly intuitive operating interface. All the controls you need for daily work are available at your fingertips: selective control valves (SCVs), AutoTrac™ automatic steering, iTEC™ machine control, air conditioning, lights, radio, four-wheel drive (4WD), and hitch depth control. Mounted on the CommandARM, the Generation 4 CommandCenter display has easy-to-use, tablet- like swipe functionality and monitors everything you need for productive and efficient work.

CommandPRO™ control

CommandPRO joystick

The CommandPRO joystick combines a unique driving strategy with reconfigurable controls. All the controls you need for daily work are available at your fingertips: travel speed, acceleration response, reconfigurable buttons and rocker switches, and activation button.

G5 CommandCenter display with Extended Monitor

G5 Extended Monitor

The G5 Extended Monitor increases the screen area so you can monitor more functions at once and have direct access to make adjustments when needed. You could, for example, view vehicle control functions on your primary display and Precision Ag applications on the Extended Monitor.

Comfort and maneuverability

Operate the 6R Tractor with ease

Operator Comfort

Triple-Link Suspension (TLS™)

TLS suspension

The TLS Plus system provides optimal traction and field performance by maintaining ground-to-tire contact, enabling more power to the ground. It also ensures higher operator comfort, reduces operator fatigue, and increases productivity, while the Variable Ratio Steering improves in-field maneuverability.

Cab suspension

Cab suspension system

The intelligent hydropneumatic cab suspension offers more driving comfort in the field and on the road. Input from the acceleration and TLS sensor causes the cab suspension controller to increase or decrease the amount of oil in the shock absorber ram. This semi-active system delivers ultimate comfort in every situation.

Variable Ratio Steering

Variable Ratio Steering off

Variable Ratio Steering on

Variable Ratio Steering improves operator comfort, requiring less hand movement and less steering effort when turning on the headland or in confined spaces. This results in faster turning of the steering wheel and increases hydraulic flow, leading to a quicker response from the tires. The system can be activated or deactivated in the CommandCenter™ display and is available for all 6R Tractors.

Engine performance

Engine

The high power output of the John Deere 4-cylinder, 4.5L (274.6-cu in.) engine and the 6-cylinder, 6.8L (415-cu in.) engine is made possible by refined, four-valve, high-pressure common rail (HPCR) technology with an injection pressure of up to 2500 bar (36,259.4 psi). The PVS engine in the 6R 175, 6R 195, and 6R 215 models is equipped with a variable geometry turbocharger (VGT) that boosts performance and efficiency consistently across the torque curve. The PSS engines (6R 230 and 6R 250) use a two-stage turbocharging system in which the VGT multiplies the pressure created by a fixed vane turbocharger.

Intelligent Power Management (IPM)

Intelligent Power Management (IPM) is a feature for many typical farming operations that use the rear power take-off (PTO) in high-power applications or the tractor as a transport vehicle. Operators who are looking for more power in non-stationary PTO and transport applications will be interested in the IPM feature. In high rear PTO power applications such as forage harvesters, rototillers, and beet or potato harvesting equipment or where heavy trailers, carts, or implements are moved to and from various locations, this feature provides significant additional capabilities. The solution improves productivity with more consistent ground speeds, quicker acceleration, and the ability to better hold desired transport speeds. All 6R Tractors have IPM in base equipment. Hydraulic IPM is available as a separate option to enable the IPM in applications resulting in high hydraulic loads.

Reversible fan

Optimize engine performance in dusty environments by utilizing the optional reversible fan technology available on all 6R Tractors. The reversible fan allows the operator to quickly clean radiator screens from the comfort of the cab. By manually activating the system with a switch in the cab, the radiator fan blades blow out dust and debris away from the radiator. This enables the engine to run cooler, resulting in fuel savings, less downtime, and overall increased efficiency.

Hydraulics

Hydraulic system

The closed-center, pressure-and-flow-compensated hydraulic system in the 6R Tractors has been engineered for maximum durability and reliability by optimizing the number of hydraulic components and connections, which also makes it extremely efficient. The system in the 6R 230 and 6R 250 delivers a powerful 160 L/min (42.3 gpm) at 1500 rpm with enhanced operating characteristics. In a 6R Tractor, you get up to six electrohydraulic selective control valves (SCVs) with a pressure relief lever, logically clustered, and all iTEC™ capable. You can easily control flow rates and times from the cab with the CommandCenter™ display.

Hydraulic Intelligent Power Management (IPM)

As a supplement to power take-off (PTO) and transport applications, Intelligent Power Management also delivers additional horsepower for hydraulically driven implements. The Hydraulic IPM keeps tractor wheel speed constant during applications that use power-hungry hydraulically driven implements like slurry tankers, sprayers, or manure spreaders.

Transmission portfolio

AutoQuad™ transmission

6R Tractor

The AutoQuad transmission has all the benefits of the PowrQuad™ PLUS transmission with the added convenience of automatic gear shifting. It is available in 20F/20R and 24F/24R versions. With the EcoShift option, a transport speed of 40 km/h (25 mph) is maintained at only 1533 rpm, reducing fuel consumption and emissions.

Enhanced AutoPowr™ transmission – Infinite speed adjustment in all situations

AutoPowr/IVT transmission

AutoPowr/IVT is a hydromechanical transmission that delivers stepless and continuous power at speeds between 40 km/h and 50 km/h (25 mph and 31 mph). The AutoPowr transmission maintains the selected speed by automatically responding to changing load conditions. Once running at maximum road speed, engine rpm automatically drops to the minimum level required to maintain that speed, thus reducing noise and saving fuel. A speed of 50 km/h (31 mph) is maintained at 1630 rpm, and a speed of 40 km/h (25 mph) is maintained at 1300 rpm with the CommandPRO™ joystick.

DirectDrive transmission – The benchmark for seamless efficiency

DirectDrive transmission

Specifically developed for 6R Tractors, DirectDrive is an eight-speed, three-range transmission designed and engineered by John Deere for heavy agricultural work. Super-efficient dual-clutch technology always has the next gear lined up, so there is no lost momentum during changes, fuel consumption is reduced, and ease of operation is assured. During transport, DirectDrive reduces the engine speed to 1550 rpm at 40 km/h (25 mph) and 1600 rpm at 50 km/h (31 mph), thus reducing fuel consumption. In addition, the AutoClutch function enables you to stop the tractor without pressing the clutch.

Loader application

R Series Loaders

John Deere R Series Front Loaders have automatic latch designs, making the installation of loader and implements very efficient. John Deere loaders are built for productivity with little maintenance required. When combined with the maneuverability and technology of the 6R Tractors, operators enjoy proficient material handling and feeding in any application. An optional technology package boosts your productivity thanks to Return-to-Position and further enhances precision with the Dynamic Weighing System while preventing material losses thanks to the electronic Level-to-Horizon feature.

Electronic control with reverser

Optional electronic control

Joystick on the CommandARM™ console

John Deere 6R Tractors have an optional electronic control with an integrated reverser. The loader control has five reconfigurable buttons and rocker switch for tractor and ISOBUS functions.

Loader technology

Dynamic Weighing System

Enhance your precision on the go. The Dynamic Weighing System provides the operator with real-time weights that enable the operator to fill the loader to a desired weight. This delivers efficiency by reducing unnecessary trips to the feed source and allows operators to effectively manage the right combination of inputs into feed rations.

Return to Position

Boost your productivity for repetitive tasks. With Return-to-Position you can save up to four implement positions for quick and comfortable recall with the loader control.

Level to Horizon

Level-to-Horizon functionality

Prevent material losses while keeping your speed with the Level-to-Horizon feature, which keeps the loader attachment level in uneven terrain.

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Key Specs

Engine description	John Deere PowerTech™ PSS
Engine displacement	4.5 L 275 cu in.
Rated engine power
Maximum engine power
Rated engine power PS (hp ISO) at rated engine speed (EU 2016/1628)	97/68EC: 88 kW 120 hp
Maximum engine power PS (hp ISO) at max engine speed (EU 2016/1628)	97/68EC: 97 kW 130 hp
Rated PTO power (hp SAE)	68 kW 91 hp
Maximum PTO power
Transmission type
Hydraulic pump rated output	Standard: 45 cc pump: 114 L/min 30 gpm
Rear hitch category (SAE designation)	Standard: Category 2/3N: 3600 kg 7937 lb Optional: Category 2/3N: 4100 kg 9039 lb
Base machine weight	6100 kg 13,448 lb

Engine specifications

Description	John Deere PowerTech™ PSS
Engine type	Diesel, in-line, 4-cylinder, wet-sleeve cylinder liners with four valves in head
Engine family	NJDXL06.8324
Rated speed	2100 rpm
Aspiration	Turbocharged, fixed geometry first stage-variable geometry second stage, air-to-air aftercooling and cooled exhaust gas recirculation
Cylinders liners
Emission level	Final Tier 4
After treatment type	DOC/DPF/SCR
Displacement	4.5 L 275 cu in.

Engine performance

Rated power
Rated engine power PS (hp ISO) at rated engine speed (EU 2016/1628)	97/68EC: 88 kW 120 hp
Rated PTO power (hp SAE)	68 kW 91 hp
Maximum PTO power
Intelligent Power Management (IPM)	Transport and/or mobile PTO applications Additional engine power (hp ISO) at 2100 rpm: 14.9 kW 20 hp
Power boost	10 percent
Maximum engine power
Maximum engine power PS (hp ISO) at max engine speed (EU 2016/1628)	97/68EC: 97 kW 130 hp
Engine peak torque	At 1600 rpm: 562 Nm 415 lb-ft
Drawbar power
PTO torque rise	40 percent
Fuel injection system and control
Air cleaner type

Transmission

Type	Standard: IVT, 0.05-42 km/h 0.03-26 mph Optional: IVT, 0.05-50 km/h 0.03-31 mph 24-speed AutoQuad PLUS ECO (40K) 24-speed AutoQuad PLUS ECO (50K)
Reverser	Left-hand electrical reverser
Clutch; wet/dry
Creeper	Available with AutoQuad

Hydraulic system

Type	Closed-center, pressure-and-flow compensated
Pump rated output	Standard: 45 cc pump: 114 L/min 30 gpm
Available flow at a single rear SCV	100 L/min 26 gpm
Available flow at front SCVs
Number of rear selective control valves (SCVs)	Standard: Three ISO couplers Optional: Three to five ISO couplers
Number of mid selective control valves (SCVs)	Up to three
Number of front selective control valves (SCVs)
Joystick SCV control	Available
Auxiliary hydraulic features
SCV control	Standard: Mechanical Optional: Electronic

Rear hitch

Hitch draft control load sense type
Remote control valves available	Available: Remote control switch
Hitch category (SAE designation)	Standard: Category 2/3N: 3600 kg 7937 lb Optional: Category 2/3N: 4100 kg 9039 lb
Maximum lift capacity behind lift points	4100 kg 9039 lb
Lift capacity at standard frame
Sensing type	Electrohydraulic
Rear axle differential lock	Electrohydraulic

Drawbar

Drawbar category	Category 2
Maximum vertical load	Category 2: 1400-2450 kg 3085-5400 lb Maximum vertical load dependent on drawbar position

Rear power take-off (PTO)

Type	Independent Standard: 540, 540E, 1000 rpm reversible shaft: 35 mm 1.375 in.
Engine rpm (at rated PTO speeds)	1967 engine rpm at 540 rpm PTO 1496 engine rpm at 540E rpm PTO 1962 engine rpm at 1000 rpm PTO
Economy PTO speeds
Reverse PTO speeds
Multispeed PTO option availability
Ground speed PTO option availability
PTO actuation	Electrical modulation

Front hitch

Category	Category 3N
Electric power	Seven-pin electrical socket Optional: Three-pin and ISOBUS socket
Standard lift capacity	At hook ends: 3300 kg 7275 lb
Front power take-off (PTO)	1000 rpm, clockwise rotation (from driving position)
PTO speed	Engine at PTO speed (1000): 1969 rpm

Rear axle

Type	Standard: Flange, 1552 mm 61 in. Optional: Rack and pinion, 2550 mm 100.4 in. Rack and pinion, 2438 mm 96 in.
Final drive type	Inboard planetary three pinion
Differential controls	Full-locking electrohydraulic
Axle type
Brakes, type and control
Rear differential lock
Load rating

Front axle

Type
Front axle differential lock	MFWD: Limited slip TLS: Limited slip TLS with brakes: Full-locking electrohydraulic
Load rating

Tires

Front
Rear	420/85R30 (16.9R-30)
Wheel tread range	MFWD: 1524-2235 mm 60-88 in. TLS: 1524-2235 mm 60-88 in.
Turning radius with brakes
Turning radius without brakes
Central Tire Inflation System (CTIS)

Tracks

Tread spacing
Drive type
Track width
Mid-rollers

Steering

Type	Hydrostatic power

Brakes

Primary brake (foot brake)
Secondary brake
Park lock
MFWD braking
Front axle brakes
Auxiliary brakes
Hydraulic trailer brakes
Pneumatic trailer brakes

Electrical system

Alternator size	Standard: 120 amp Optional: 250 amp
Battery options	12 V
Working lights	Standard: 14 halogen Optional: 12 light-emitting diode (LED) plus two halogen
Type of bulb in headlight (Halogen, Zenon, LED)	Standard: 65-W halogen W Optional: LED
Type of bulb in beacon (Halogen, Zenon, LED)
dB(A) rating for backup alarm
Total cold cranking amps	1200 CCA

Operator station

Rollover protective structure, OOS
Seat	Degree of seat swivel, left hand CommandARM: 7.5 degree Degree of seat swivel, right hand CommandARM: 30 degree Standard: Air suspension Optional: Deluxe air suspension
Cab suspension	Optional: Adaptive Hydraulic Cab Suspension Plus (HCS Plus)
Instructional seat	Standard
Display
Radio	Optional
Inner cab volume	3.33 m³ 117.59 cu ft
dB(A) rating	71 dB
Cab glass area	6.11 m² 65.77 sq ft
Safety glass rating
Front visibility

Dimensions

Wheelbase	MFWD: 2580 mm 102 in.
Overall width	1680 mm 66.1 in.
Overall length	4533 mm 178.5 in.
Overall height	2886 mm 113.6 in.
Drawbar clearance
Front axle center	481 mm 18.9 in.
Approximate shipping weight, Open;Cab	6100 kg 13,448 lb

Weight

Base machine weight	Front axle 2440 kg 5379 lb Rear axle 3660 kg 8069 lb Total TLS, AutoQuad, 600/65R38, 540/65R24, shipping fuel, front weight support: 5470 kg 12,059 lb TLS, IVT, 600/65R38, 540/65R24, shipping fuel, front weight support: 6091 kg 13,428 lb 6100 kg 13,448 lb
Maximum ballast level
Maximum permissible weight	9950 kg 21,936 lb

Capacities

Crankcase oil volume	16 L 4.2 U.S. gal.
Fuel tank	195 L 51.5 U.S. gal.
Diesel exhaust fluid (DEF) tank	13 L 3.4 U.S. gal.
Cooling system	28 L 7.4 U.S. gal.
Transmission-hydraulic system	IVT: 60 L 15.9 U.S. gal. AutoQuad: 53 L 14 U.S. gal.

Serviceability

Interval for engine oil change	500 hours
Interval for hydraulic/transmission oil change	1,500 hours
Interval for engine coolant change	6,000 hours

Loaders

Loader	620R 640R
Lift capacity at full height	620R: 2577 kg 5861 lb 640R: 2181 kg 4808 lb
Maximum lift height	620R: 4124 mm 162 in. 640R: 4151 mm 163 in.
Leveling type