6M 230Utility Tractor
- Engine HP: 253 Max | 230 Rated
- John Deere PowerTech™ PSS Engine
- Transmission Options: IVT™ 25 mph (40 km/h) or 31 mph (50 km/h)
- Up to 20 HP Boost with IPM in non-stationary PTO and transport applications
Features
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6M 125 with sloped hood and short wheelbase
Engine
Reversible fan
6M standard cab with Compact CommandARM™ console
Panoramic roof
Cornerpost display
Compact CommandARM™
G5 Universal Display
PowerQuad PLUS transmission
AUTO mode activation button
CommandQuad PLUS transmission
AutoPowr/IVT transmission
IVT transmission control handle on 6M Tractor
Frame sizes
Looking for a reliable all-around tractor to support a variety of applications? The 6M offers a portfolio of 18 models with 5 frame sizes (2400mm to 2900mm) to optimize your operation. Whether you need a nimble tractor for loader work or a row crop tractor with dual tires, the 6M is up to any task. The broad offering of optional transmissions, hydraulics, rear axles, and tires allows the operator to customize to meet the unique challenges of any operation.
Maneuverability
6M 125 with sloped hood and short wheelbase
The 6M Tractor was designed to ensure maximum maneuverability and visibility, no matter the job. The sloped hood design on the 2400mm wheelbase cab models delivers superior visibility to the front loader or front-mounted attachments. Operators can easily see the front mounted loader attachments (buckets, pallet forks, bale spears, etc.) to ensure proper alignment for attaching and detaching.
When you work in small spaces, a short wheelbase is critical in providing the tight turning radius needed to maneuver. The 6M features a 17.8-cm (7-in.) shorter wheelbase (240 cm [94.5 in.]) on four tractors ranging from 95 to 125 engine horsepower. Take advantage of a 4.3-m (14-ft) turning radius, perfect for cleaning out barns, working livestock, baling hay, roadside mowing applications, and more.
Note: These features do not apply to the Open Operator Station (OOS) models.
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 6M leverages different levels of technology and turbocharger configurations to efficiently deliver peak performance throughout the portfolio.
Intelligent Power Management (IPM)
All 6M Tractors come equipped with Intelligent Power Management (IPM) in base configuration. IPM provides a 14.9-kW (20-hp) boost for operations using rear power take-off (PTO) requiring high-power or in transport applications over 15 km/h (9.3 mph). Operators can experience higher loads on the PTO in mowing and baling applications in thick heavy material. When this increased load is sensed by the engine, additional hp is delivered to push through challenging conditions. The solution improves productivity with more consistent ground speeds, quicker acceleration, and the ability to better hold desired transport speeds. All 6M Tractors have IPM in base equipment. Hydraulic IPM is available as a separate option to enable the IPM in applications resulting in non-stationary high hydraulic loads.
Reversible fan
Reversible fan
Optimize engine performance in dusty environments by utilizing the optional reversible fan technology available on all 6M 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.
Operator station
6M standard cab with Compact CommandARM™ console
Operators rely on a high quality and comfortable cab environment during long days. The 6M delivers a more productive, comfortable, and efficient experience through three cab packages and customizable options to fit any application. All 6M Tractors will come standard with a digital cornerpost display, delivering on superior visibility to the front of the tractor. This easy-to-read digital display gives you access to all critical machine data and settings in one place. Additionally, premium options are available to let you configure your 6M to fit any operation including:
- Mechanical or electrical reconfigurable joystick with PowrReverser™ functionality
- Quickly and easily change directions with the push of a button while doing loader work
- Compact CommandARM™ console
- Swivel in your seat and have all the controls at your fingertips
- Triple-Link Suspension (TLSTM)
- Increase both transport and field productivity with superior stability, ride, and comfort with a suspended front axle
- Mechanical cab suspension
- Improved ride quality by minimizing the vertical movement from the rear axle
- Panoramic roof
- Delivers great visibility which is critical in loader applications such as stacking bales
Panoramic roof
Cornerpost display
Compact CommandARM™ controls
Compact CommandARM™
The optional Compact CommandARM console provides an enhanced customer experience through intuitive controls you needed for daily work at your fingertips, such as the transmission, loader joystick (optional) rear hitch, and engine rpm. The Compact Command ArmTM swivels with the seat providing consistent access to critical machine controls.
G5 Universal Display
G5 Universal Display
The G5 Universal Display increases the screen area so you can monitor more functions at once and have direct access to adjust when needed. You could, for example, view vehicle control functions on your primary display and Precision Ag applications on the Extended Monitor.
Experience the next level of Precision Ag applications through the optional G5 Universal Display. These displays enable AutoTrac guidance that provides enhanced usability and increased performance. If you need more capabilities, like different track types or documentation, the G5 Universal Display is a great fit by enabling on-screen mapping and documentation.
Transmission portfolio
Customers rely on the 6M tractor for many different applications such as loader work, transport, baling, mowing, roadside mowing, snow removal, sugarcane harvest, etc. This requires an extensive transmission portfolio to support the unique requirements of the various applications. The 6M allows the customer to select the controls and speeds to best fit their applications. Operators will have the ability to select transmission solutions offering:
- Gear shift w/push buttons vs single speed levers
- Speeds ranging from 30k/h (19 mph) to 50k/h (31 mph).
- Creeper options with minimum ground speed of 0.27 km/h (0.17 mph)
PowrQuad PLUS transmission
PowerQuad PLUS transmission
PowrQuad PLUS transmissions feature a partial PowerShift technology. An operator selects a desired range using the single gearshift on the right hand console and the gears using the push buttons on the same handle. The PowrQuad PLUS has a declutch function to shift ranges without using the foot clutch pedal. By pressing the declutch button on the transmission shifting lever, it is possible to change the ranges up or down. For specialty uses like vegetable, orchard, peanuts, and other operations that need extremely slow speeds, creeper speeds are available with the PowrQuad PLUS transmission.
AutoQuad PLUS transmission
AUTO mode activation button
The AutoQuad PLUS transmission features all the benefits of a PowrQuad PLUS, with the ability to automatically shift four power shift gears depending on engine rotations per minute (rpm) and load. This allows the customer to select the desired range and allow the tractor to determine the optimal gear within that range. For specialty uses like vegetable, orchard, and other operations that need extremely slow speeds, creeper speeds are available with the AutoQuad PLUS transmission. Depending on the configuration, AutoQuad PLUS transmissions equipped with creeper gears have a minimum ground speed of 0.27 km/h (0.17 mph) and a top speed of 50 km/h (31 mph).
CommandQuad transmission
CommandQuad PLUS transmission
The CommandQuad PLUS maintains the impressive reliability of an AutoQuad transmission while enhancing operator convenience and productivity through increased automatic shifting capabilities. This transmission utilizes push button control of ranges with a single lever and two operating modes – AUTO mode and manual mode:
- Manual mode: the operator can shift through speeds and ranges without clutching by moving the control lever forward, toward the + indicator, or backward, toward the - indicator.
- AUTO mode: the tractor shifts automatically at present shift point depending on engine load
Enhanced AutoPowr™ transmission – Infinite speed adjustment in all situations
AutoPowr/IVT transmission
IVT transmission control handle on 6M Tractor
Operators looking for a more comfortable, fuel efficient, and proven transmission can upgrade to an Infinitely Variable Transmission (AutoPowr™/IVT) system for any 6M tractor. The IVT system utilizes a combination of mechanical and hydrostatic power, providing stepless and continuous power across an infinitely variable range of speeds. The set speed wheel is quick and easy to adjust with the operator’s thumb to establish the maximum commanded forward or reverse speed in each speed band.
Specifications
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| John Deere 6M 230 Utility Tractor |
Key Specs
| Engine description | John Deere PowerTech™ PSS | |||
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| Engine displacement | 6.8 L 415 cu in. |
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| Rated engine power | 230 hp 169 kW |
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| Maximum engine power | 253 hp 186 kW |
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| Rated engine power PS (hp ISO) at rated engine speed (EU 2016/1628) | ||||
| Maximum engine power PS (hp ISO) at max engine speed (EU 2016/1628) | ||||
| Rated PTO power (hp SAE) | 184 hp 137 kW |
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| Maximum PTO power | At 1000 PTO rpm: 150 kW 201 hp |
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| Transmission type | Standard: Infinitely variable transmission (IVT™) 40 km/h Optional: IVT 50 km/h |
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| Hydraulic pump rated output | Standard: 60-cc pump: 155 L/min 41 gpm Optional: 85-cc pump: 195 L/min 51 gpm |
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| Rear hitch category (SAE designation) | 3N/3 | |||
| Base machine weight | 9600 kg 21,164 lb |
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| Maximum PTO power at rated engine speed with intellegent power management (IPM) |
Engine specifications
| Description | John Deere PowerTech™ PSS | |||
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| Engine type | 6068HL550 | |||
| Engine family | ||||
| Rated speed | 2100 rpm | |||
| Aspiration | Dual turbochargers, variable geometry turbo with fixed geometry turbo in series | |||
| Cylinders liners | ||||
| Emission level | Final Tier 4 | |||
| After treatment type | Diesel particle filter (DPF) with diesel oxidation catalyst (DOC) and selective catalytic reduction (SCR) using diesel exhaust fluid (DEF) | |||
| Displacement | 6.8 L 415 cu in. |
Engine performance
| Rated power | 230 hp 169 kW |
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| Rated engine power PS (hp ISO) at rated engine speed (EU 2016/1628) | ||||
| Rated PTO power (hp SAE) | 184 hp 137 kW |
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| Maximum PTO power | At 1000 PTO rpm: 150 kW 201 hp |
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| Intelligent Power Management (IPM) | Transport and/or mobile PTO applications Additional engine power (hp ISO) at 2100 rpm: 14.9 kW 20 hp |
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| Power boost | 10 percent | |||
| Maximum engine power | 253 hp 186 kW |
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| Maximum engine power PS (hp ISO) at max engine speed (EU 2016/1628) | ||||
| Engine peak torque | 1077 Nm | |||
| Drawbar power | ||||
| PTO torque rise | 40 percent | |||
| Fuel injection system and control | ||||
| Air cleaner type | ||||
| Maximum PTO power at rated engine speed with intellegent power management (IPM) | ||||
| Maximum engine torque (without power boost at 1.600 engine rpm) | ||||
| Maximum engine power with intelligent power management (IPM) |
Transmission
| Type | Standard: Infinitely variable transmission (IVT™) 40 km/h Optional: IVT 50 km/h |
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| Integrated Electric Power Generation | ||||
| Reverser | Electronic left-hand reverser | |||
| Clutch; wet/dry | ||||
| Creeper | Not available |
Hydraulic system
| Type | Standard/optional: Pressure-and-flow compensated (PFC) system with Load Sensing function | |||
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| Pump rated output | Standard: 60-cc pump: 155 L/min 41 gpm Optional: 85-cc pump: 195 L/min 51 gpm |
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| Available flow at a single rear SCV | ||||
| Available flow at front SCVs | ||||
| Number of rear selective control valves (SCVs) | Standard: Two ISO couplers Optional: Two to four ISO couplers |
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| Number of mid selective control valves (SCVs) | Up to three | |||
| Number of front selective control valves (SCVs) | ||||
| Joystick SCV control | Mechanical/electrical | |||
| Auxiliary hydraulic features | ||||
| SCV control | ||||
| Available oil flow at a single rear SCV (200 Type) | ||||
| Available oil flow at a single rear SCV (450 Type) | ||||
| Available oil flow at a single rear SCV (450E Type) |
Rear hitch
| Hitch draft control load sense type | ||||
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| Remote control valves available | Standard | |||
| Hitch category (SAE designation) | 3N/3 | |||
| Rear hitch lift capacity (SAE designation) | Standard: Category 3/3N: 5900 kg 12,996 lb Optional: Category 3/3N: 6625 kg 14,593 lb |
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| Maximum lift capacity behind lift points | Standard: Category 3/3N: 8800 kg 19,383 lb Optional: Category 3/3N: 9900 kg 21,806 lb |
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| Lift capacity at standard frame | ||||
| Sensing type | Electronic at lower link | |||
| Rear axle differential lock | Electrohydraulically with oil-cooled clutch | |||
| Maximum lift capacity directly at coupling points | ||||
| Throughout lift capacity, 610 mm behind the coupling points |
Drawbar
| Drawbar category | Category 3 | |||
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| Maximum vertical load | 1800-3000 kg (3968-6614 lb) Maximum vertical load dependent on drawbar position |
Rear power take-off (PTO)
| Type | Electrohydraulically operated, oil-cooled, multi-disc design | |||
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| Engine rpm (at rated PTO speeds) | 540 PTO: 1960 rpm 1000 PTO: 1960 rpm |
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| Economy PTO speeds | ||||
| Reverse PTO speeds | ||||
| Multispeed PTO option availability | ||||
| Ground speed PTO option availability | ||||
| PTO actuation | In-cab switch and optional external fender-mounted remote control | |||
| Engine rpm at rated PTO speeds (540/1.000) | ||||
| Engine rpm at rated PTO speeds (540/540E/1.000) | ||||
| Engine rpm at rated PTO speeds (540E/1000/1.000E) |
Front hitch
| Category | 3N | |||
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| Electric power | Seven-pin electrical socket | |||
| Standard lift capacity | At hook ends: 3300 kg 7269 lb |
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| Front power take-off (PTO) | Electrohydraulically engaged with oil-cooled, multi-disc design | |||
| PTO speed | 1000 PTO: 1967 rpm |
Rear axle
| Type | Standard: Rack-and-pinion rear axle - 100-mm (3.94 in.) shaft (2550-mm/100.4 in.) Optional: flange-type rear axle Rack-and-pinion rear axle - 100-mm (3.94 in.) shaft (3009-mm/118.5 in.) |
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| Final drive type | ||||
| Differential controls | ||||
| Axle type | ||||
| Brakes, type and control | ||||
| Rear differential lock | Electrohydraulically with oil-cooled clutch | |||
| Load rating |
Front axle
| Type | Standard: MFWD Optional: Triple-Link Suspension (TLS) MFWD axle (hydro-pneumatic, permanently active, triple link, self-leveling suspension with 100-mm [3.9-in.] suspension range) Triple-Link Suspension MFWD with brakes |
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| Front axle differential lock | Standard: Self-locking differential Optional: hydrualic actuated |
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| Load rating |
Tires
| Front | 420/85R30 | |||
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| Rear | 520/85R42 | |||
| Wheel tread range | ||||
| Turning radius with brakes | ||||
| Turning radius without brakes | ||||
| Central Tire Inflation System (CTIS) |
Tracks
| Tread spacing | ||||
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| Drive type | ||||
| Track width | ||||
| Mid-rollers |
Steering
| Type | Dynamic load sensing, hydrostatic, flow metering |
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Brakes
| Primary brake (foot brake) | ||||
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| Secondary brake | ||||
| Park lock | ||||
| MFWD braking | ||||
| Front axle brakes | ||||
| Auxiliary brakes | ||||
| Hydraulic trailer brakes | ||||
| Pneumatic trailer brakes |
Electrical system
| Alternator size | Standard: 14 V/250 amp | |||
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| Battery options | Standard: 12 V/295 amp-hr | |||
| Working lights | ||||
| Type of bulb in headlight (Halogen, Zenon, LED) | ||||
| Type of bulb in beacon (Halogen, Zenon, LED) | ||||
| dB(A) rating for backup alarm | ||||
| Total cold cranking amps |
Operator station
| Rollover protective structure, OOS | Gearshift location - console/floor Console |
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| Seat | Standard: Standard seat with air suspension Optional: Economy seat with mechanical suspension |
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| Cab suspension | Optional: Mechanical Cab Suspension (MCS) | |||
| Instructional seat | Optional | |||
| Display | Cornerpost display (right-hand A-post) Functionality: Performance monitor and individual settings |
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| Radio | Standard: Standard AM/FM stereo | |||
| Inner cab volume | 3.0 m3 105.9 cu ft |
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| dB(A) rating | 70 dBA | |||
| Cab glass area | 4.85 m2 | |||
| Safety glass rating | ||||
| Front visibility |
Dimensions
| Wheelbase | 2900 mm 114.2 in. |
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| Overall width | 2550 mm 100.3 in. (420/85R30 & 480/80R46) |
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| Overall length | 5084 mm 200.2 in. (inc. weight bracket) |
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| Overall height | 3200 mm 126.0 in. |
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| Drawbar clearance | ||||
| Front axle center | 545 mm 21.4 in. (ground clearance) |
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| Approximate shipping weight, Open;Cab | Cab: 8500 kg 18,739 lb |
Weight
| Base machine weight | Front axle 3840 kg 8466 lb Rear axle 5760 kg 12,699 lb 9600 kg 21,164 lb |
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| Maximum ballast level | ||||
| Maximum permissible weight | 14,200 kg 31,306 lb |
Capacities
| Crankcase oil volume | 23.5 L 6.2 U.S. gal. |
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| Fuel tank | 410 L 108.3 U.S. gal. |
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| Diesel exhaust fluid (DEF) tank | 25 L 6.6 U.S. gal. |
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| Cooling system | 34 L 9.0 U.S. gal. |
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| Transmission-hydraulic system | AutoPowr/IVT: 80.0 L 21.0 U.S. gal. |
Serviceability
| Interval for engine oil change | 500 hours | |||
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| Interval for hydraulic/transmission oil change | 1500 hours | |||
| Interval for engine coolant change | 6000 hours |
Loaders
| Loader | 680R | |||
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| Lift capacity at full height | MSL: 2749 kg 6061 lb |
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| Maximum lift height | MSL: 4.4 m 175.3 in. |
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| Leveling type |
Precision AG
| Guidance | Optional: AutoTrac™ with Universal Display | |||
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| Telematic | Standard: JDLink™ | |||
| Remote diagnostics | Standard: JDLink™ | |||
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Miscellaneous
| AutoTrac ready | ||||
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| ISOBUS ready | ||||
| CommandCenter video inputs | ||||
| Immobilizer | ||||
| Side slope rating | ||||
| Uphill/downhill slope rating | ||||
| Country of manufacture | Germany |
Additional information
| Date collected | 25-Jun-24 |
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