John Deere
John Deere 4600
The John Deere 4600 is a compact utility tractor produced from 1998 to 2001 as part of the 4000 Compact Series. It features a Yanmar 2.0L 4-cylinder diesel engine delivering 41 hp net and 43 hp gross power. The tractor offers multiple transmission options including 9-speed unsynchronized gear, hydrostatic, and partially synchronized power shuttle transmissions with up to 24 speeds. It has two- or four-wheel drive with planetary final drives and mechanical rear differential lock. The hydraulic system is open center with optional valves and a total flow of 14.7 gpm. The tractor includes a rear I-type hitch with position and optional draft control, and a rear PTO with independent operation. It was built in Augusta, Georgia, USA, and originally priced at $25,100 in 2003. Attachments include a 72" mid-mount mower deck, 84" front blade, front-end loader, and backhoe.
Power43 hp
Founded1998 - 2001
Model4600
Technical Specifications
Detailed specifications and technical data for John Deere 4600
Power
| Engine (net) | 41 hp (30.6 kW) |
|---|---|
| PTO (claimed) | 36 hp (gear) (26.8 kW), 34.5 hp (hydro) (25.7 kW) |
| Engine (gross) | 43 hp (32.1 kW) |
Engine
| Type | diesel |
|---|---|
| Model | Yanmar 4TNE84 |
| Torque | 98 lb-ft (132.9 Nm) |
| Cooling | liquid-cooled |
| Cylinders | 4-cylinder |
| Rated RPM | 2600 |
| Torque RPM | 1700 |
| Air cleaner | dry |
| Bore/Stroke | 3.31x3.54 inches (84 x 90 mm) |
| Fuel system | direct injection |
| Power (net) | 41 hp (30.6 kW) |
| Pre-heating | air heater |
| Displacement | 121.7 ci (2.0 L) |
| Oil capacity | 5.1 qts (4.8 L) |
| Power (gross) | 43 hp (32.1 kW) |
| Starter power | 2.7 hp (2.0 kW) |
| Starter volts | 12 V |
| Coolant capacity | 7.6 qts (7.2 L) |
| Compression ratio | 18:1 |
Capacity
| Fuel | 12.5 gal (47.3 L) |
|---|---|
| Front axle | 8.4 qts (7.9 L) |
| Hydraulic system | 6.8 gal (gear) (25.7 L), 8.8 gal (hydro) (33.3 L) |
Overview
| Series | 4000 Compact Series |
|---|---|
| Category | Compact Utility tractor |
| Original price | $25,100 in 2003 |
| Manufactured in | Augusta, Georgia, USA |
| Production years | 1998 - 2001 |
Electrical
| Ground | negative |
|---|---|
| Battery CCA | 650 |
| Battery volts | 12 V |
| Charging amps | 40 A |
| Charging system | alternator |
Hydraulics
| Type | open center |
|---|---|
| Valves | 3 (Optional) |
| Capacity | 6.8 gal (gear) (25.7 L), 8.8 gal (hydro) (33.3 L) |
| Pressure | 2500 psi (172.4 bar) |
| Pump flow | 9.9 gpm (37.5 lpm) |
| Total flow | 14.7 gpm (55.6 lpm) |
| Steering flow | 4.8 gpm (18.2 lpm) |
Mechanical
| ROPS | Two-post fixed ROPS. Folding ROPS optional. |
|---|---|
| Drive | Two- or four-wheel drive |
| Brakes | Wet disc brakes |
| Final drives | planetary |
| Power steering | Yes |
| Differential lock | mechanical rear |
Attachments
| 84" Blade | John Deere front-mount, 84 inches width (213 cm), Angling 30°, 725 lbs (328 kg), hydraulic-lift, hydraulic-angle |
|---|---|
| 460 Loader | 2325 lbs lift (full at pin) (1054 kg), 1705 lbs lift (full at 500mm) (773 kg), 2988 lbs lift (1.5m at pin) (1355 kg), 2383 lbs lift (1.5m at 500mm) (1080 kg), 3683 lbs breakout (at pin) (1670 kg), 2929 lbs breakout (at 500mm) (1328 kg), 4370 lbs breakout (bucket) (1982 kg), 45° dump, 27 inches reach (dumped) (68 cm), 62 inches reach (ground) (157 cm), 30° rollback (ground line), 64° rollback (raised), 112 inches height (at pin) (284 cm), 89 inches clearance (dumped) (226 cm), 104 inches clearance (level) (264 cm) |
| 72" mid-mount mower deck | mid-mount John Deere, 3-blade with hydraulic lift, Cutting width 72 inches (182 cm), Overall width 85 inches (215 cm) |
Transmission
| Options | 9-speed unsynchronized gear, hydrostatic, 12-speed partially synhcronized power shuttle, 24-speed partially synhcronized power shuttle |
|---|---|
| Hydrostatic | Typehydrostatic Gearsinfinite forward and reverse (three-range) NotesHydrostatic transmission operated with two foot pedals. Push-button cruise control on dash. Tractor must be stopped to shift ranges. Oil capacity35.2 qts (33.3 L) |
| 9-speed gear | Typeunsynchronized gear Gears9 forward and 3 reverse NotesThree speeds (1-3), plus reverse, in three ranges (A-C). Tractor must be stopped, and clutch used, to shift speeds or ranges. Clutchdry disc Oil capacity27.2 qts (25.7 L) TransmissionCollar Shift |
| PowrReverser | Typepartially synhcronized power shuttle Gears12 forward and reverse NotesFour speeds (1-4) in three ranges (A-C) with left-hand reverser on dash. Power shuttle allows direction changes without using the clutch. Speeds are synchronized and may be shifting on the move, using the clutch. Tractor must be stopped to shift ranges. Clutchwet disc, two clutch packs with three 5-inch discs each Oil capacity27.2 qts (25.7 L) TransmissionPowrReverser |
| PowrReverser Creeper | Typepartially synhcronized power shuttle Gears24 forward and reverse NotesAdd creeper range to the PowrReverser, engaged by separate lever. Tractor must be stopped, and clutch used, to shift in or out of creeper range. Clutchwet disc, two clutch packs with three 5-inch discs each Oil capacity27.2 qts (25.7 L) TransmissionPowrReverser Creeper |
Tractor hitch
| Control | position control, draft control (Optional) |
|---|---|
| Rear Type | I |
| Rear lift (at 24"/610mm) | 2500 lbs (1134 kg) |
Serial Numbers
| 1998 | 160000 |
|---|---|
| 1999 | 260001 |
| 2000 | 360001 |
| 2001 | 460001 |
| Serial number location | Serial number plate on front-right tractor frame, above front wheel. |
Dimensions & Tires
| Weight | 3450 lbs (1564 kg) |
|---|---|
| Rear tire | 13.6-28 |
| Wheelbase | 71.5 inches (181 cm) |
| Front tire | 8-16 |
Power Take-off (PTO)
| Clutch | hydraulic wet disc |
|---|---|
| Mid PTO | independent |
| Rear PTO | independent |
| Mid PTO Type | 2100 |
| Rear PTO Type | 540 (1.375) |
| Mid PTO Engine RPM | 2100@2600 |
| Rear PTO Engine RPM | 540@2600 |
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