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John Deere 6430

John Deere 6430 tractor
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The John Deere 6430 is a farm tractor produced from 2007 to 2012 as part of the 6030 Series. It was built in Mannheim, Germany. The tractor features a 4.5L 4-cylinder diesel engine with turbocharging, available in two engine variants during its production run. It offers multiple transmission options including fully synchronized, power shuttle, and partial power shift types with up to 24 speeds. The 6430 has a 4x2 or optional 4x4 drive, hydrostatic power steering, and hydraulic wet disc brakes. Fuel capacity is 43.6 gallons standard with an optional 48 gallons. The hydraulic system supports open-center load sensing with optional closed-center pressure-flow compensation. The tractor hitch is category II/III with a rear lift capacity of 4,450 lbs. The rear PTO is independent with 540 or 540/1000 rpm options. Dimensions include a 94.5 inch wheelbase, 10,000 lbs weight, and 18.5 inch ground clearance. Electrical system features a 12-volt battery and 115 amp alternator. The 6430 Premium variant offers a premium cab and upgraded features.
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Power115 hp
Founded2007 - 2012
Model6430

Technical Specifications

Detailed specifications and technical data for John Deere 6430

Power

PTO (tested):111.06 hp (82.8 kW)
PTO (claimed):90 hp (67.1 kW), 99 hp (after 2009) (73.8 kW)
Engine (gross):120 hp (89.5 kW)
Drawbar (tested):88.45 hp (66.0 kW)

Engine

Torque:344 lb-ft (466.5 Nm)
Idle RPM:850-2460
Torque 2:356 lb-ft (482.7 Nm)
Emissions:Tier III
Rated RPM:2300
Torque RPM:1500
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 2:1600
Operating RPM:1500-2300
Starter power:4.0 hp (3.0 kW)
Starter volts:12
Engine detail 1:John Deere 4045HL281 PowerTech E turbocharged diesel 4-cylinder 8-valve liquid-cooled vertical inline
Engine detail 2:John Deere 4045HL288 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)
Original engine use:used in the basic 6330 from 2007 through the 2009 model year
Rated Power (gross):115 hp (85.8 kW)
Rated Power (gross) 2:120 hp (89.5 kW)
Intake valve clearance:0.014 inches (0.356 mm)
Replacement engine use:first used in the 2010 model year
Exhaust valve clearance:0.018 inches (0.457 mm)

Capacity

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

Variants

6430 Premium:premium cab and upgraded features

Dimensions

Weight:10,000 lbs (4536 kg)
Wheelbase:94.5 inches (240 cm)
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:4x2 2WD, 4x4 MFWD 4WD optional
Brakes:Hydraulic wet disc brakes
Steering:hydrostatic power

Production

Series:6030 Series
Built in:Mannheim, Baden-Württemberg, Germany
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 and direction changes without clutch, clutch required to shift range, 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 and direction changes without clutch, clutch required to shift range, optional PowrQuad Plus adds push-button gear shifting

Tractor hitch

Rear Type:II/III
Rear lift (at 24"/610mm):4,450 lbs (2018 kg)

Power Take-off (PTO)

Rear PTO:independent
Rear PTO Type:540, 540/1000

Serial Number Location

Location:On the main tractor frame, right side, above the front axle.