John Deere

John Deere 6230

The John Deere 6230 is a farm tractor produced from 2007 to 2012 as part of the 6030 Series. It was built in Mannheim, Germany, and offered with a variety of transmission options including fully synchronized, power shuttle, and partial power shift types. The tractor features a 4.5L 4-cylinder turbocharged diesel engine with gross power around 94-95 hp. It has two- or four-wheel drive, hydrostatic power steering, and hydraulic wet disc brakes. The 6230 supports a rear PTO with 540 or 540/1000 rpm options and has a rear hitch of type II/III with a lift capacity of 4,450 lbs. Fuel capacity is 43.6 gallons standard with an optional 48 gallons. The tractor weighs between 8,582 and 10,515 lbs depending on configuration and has a wheelbase of 94.5 inches. Variants include the 6230 Premium with upgraded features and cab. The 6230 is related to the John Deere 6330 model.

Power94 hp

Founded2007 - 2012

Model6230

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Technical Specifications

Detailed specifications and technical data for John Deere 6230

Power

PTO (claimed)	75 hp (2007-2009) (55.9 kW), 76 hp (2010+) (56.7 kW)
Engine (gross)	95 hp (70.8 kW)

Engine

Usage 1	Original engine, used in the basic 6230 from 2007 through the 2009 model year.
Usage 2	Replacement engine, first used in the 2010 model year.
Idle RPM	850-2460
Torque 1	282 lb-ft (382.4 Nm)
Torque 2	283 lb-ft (383.7 Nm)
Emissions	Tier III
Rated RPM	2300
Air cleaner	dual dry element
Bore/Stroke	4.19x5.00 inches (106 x 127 mm)
Compression	19:1
Displacement	276 ci (4.5 L)
Firing order	1-3-4-2
Oil capacity	16.8 qts (15.9 L)
Torque RPM 1	1500
Torque RPM 2	1600
Operating RPM	1500-2300
Starter power	4.0 hp (3.0 kW)
Starter volts	12
Engine detail 1	John Deere 4045HL280 PowerTech E turbocharged diesel, 4-cylinder 8-valve, liquid-cooled vertical inline
Engine detail 2	John Deere 4045HL287 PowerTech E turbocharged diesel, 4-cylinder 8-valve, liquid-cooled vertical inline
Coolant capacity	28 qts (ROPS) (26.5 L), 30.8 qts (cab) (29.1 L)
Rated Power (gross) 1	94 hp (70.1 kW)
Rated Power (gross) 2	95 hp (70.8 kW)
Intake valve clearance	0.014 inches (0.356 mm)
Exhaust valve clearance	0.018 inches (0.457 mm)

Weight

Operating	10,515 lbs (4769 kg)
Max Drawbar	4,960 lbs (2249 kg)
Max capacity	16,755 lbs (7600 kg)
Shipping 4WD cab	9,678 lbs (4389 kg)
Shipping 2WD ROPS	8,582 lbs (3892 kg)
Shipping 4WD ROPS	8,987 lbs (4076 kg)
Max front axle 2WD	4,520 lbs (2050 kg)
Max front axle 4WD	8,155 lbs (3699 kg)
Max front axle 2WD loader	11,025 lbs (5000 kg)
Max front axle 4WD loader	12,125 lbs (5499 kg)

Capacity

Fuel	43.6 gal (165.0 L), 48 gal (optional) (181.7 L)
Hydraulic system	13.7 gal (51.9 L)

Variants

6230 Premium	premium cab and upgraded features

Dimensions

Weight	8582 to 10515 pounds
Rear tire	18.4R30
Wheelbase	94.5 inches (240 cm)
Front tire	12.4R24
Ground clearance	18.5 inches (46 cm)

Electrical

Ground	negative
Battery volts	12
Charging amps	115
Charging system	alternator

Hydraulics

Type	open-center load sensing, closed-center pressure-flow compensated (optional)
Valves	1 to 3
Capacity	13.7 gal (51.9 L)
Pressure	2900 psi (200.0 bar)
Total flow	21.1 gpm (79.9 lpm), 29 gpm (optional) (109.8 lpm)

Mechanical

ROPS	Two-post ROPS. Cab optional.
Drive	Two- or four-wheel drive
Brakes	Hydraulic wet disc brakes
Steering	hydrostatic power

Production

Series	6030 Series
Built in	Mannheim, Baden-Württemberg, Germany
Original price	$49,565 (2010)
Years produced	2007 - 2012

Transmission

Transmission options	12-speed fully synchronized, 16-speed synchronized with power shuttle, 16-speed partial power shift, 24-speed partial power shift
John Deere SyncroPlus	fully synchronized, 12 forward and 4 reverse gears, oil capacity 54.8 qts (51.9 L)
John Deere PowrReverser	synchronized with power shuttle, 16 forward and reverse gears, oil capacity 54.8 qts (51.9 L)
John Deere PowrQuad (16-speed)	partial power shift, 16 forward and reverse gears, wet disc clutch, oil capacity 51.6 qts (48.8 L), 52.8 qts (PowrQuad Plus) (50.0 L), Four gears (1-4) in four ranges (A-D) with left-hand reverser lever. Gear changes (1-4) and direction changes can be done while moving without the clutch. Clutch is required to shift range (A-D). Optional PowrQuad Plus adds push-button gear shifting.
John Deere PowrQuad (24-speed)	partial power shift, 24 forward and reverse gears, oil capacity 52.8 qts (50.0 L), Four gears (1-4) in six ranges (A-E) with left-hand reverser lever. Gear changes (1-4) and direction changes can be done while moving without the clutch. Clutch is required to shift range (A-D). Optional PowrQuad Plus adds push-button gear shifting.

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