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John Deere 6515

John Deere 6515 tractor
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The John Deere 6515 is a utility tractor from the 6015 Series produced between 2003 and 2005. Built in Mannheim, Germany, it features a 6.8L 6-cylinder liquid-cooled diesel engine delivering up to 118 hp gross power. It offers two transmission options: a 12-speed fully synchronized SyncroPlus and a 16-speed power shuttle PowrReverser. The tractor supports two- or four-wheel drive with electro-hydraulic differential lock and power steering. It has a fuel capacity of 54.7 gallons and an open center hydraulic system with up to 14.5 gallons capacity. The rear hitch is a IIIN/II type with mechanical top-link draft sensing and a lift capacity of 13,260 lbs. The PTO is independent with mechanical wet disc clutch and operates at 540 or 540/1000 RPM. Electrical system includes a 12V battery and 90 amp alternator.
John Deere 6515tractorutility tractor6.8L diesel engine115 hp12-speed transmission16-speed power shuttlePTOhydraulics
Power115 hp
Founded2003 - 2005
Model6515

Technical Specifications

Detailed specifications and technical data for John Deere 6515

Power

Engine (max):118 hp (88.0 kW)
Engine (net):110 hp (82.0 kW)
PTO (claimed):92 hp (68.6 kW)
Engine (gross):115 hp (85.8 kW)

Engine

Type:diesel
Model:John Deere 6068HL270
Torque:350 lb-ft (474.6 Nm)
Starter:electric
Idle RPM:845-2465
Cylinders:6-cylinder
Emissions:Stage I
Rated RPM:2300
Torque RPM:1500
Bore/Stroke:4.19x5.00 inches (106 x 127 mm)
Displacement:415 ci (6.8 L)
Firing order:1-5-3-6-2-4
Operating RPM:1000-2300
Starter power:4 hp (3.0 kW)
Starter volts:12
Cooling system:liquid-cooled, viscous fan
Rated Power (net):110 hp (82.0 kW)
Rated Power (gross):115 hp (85.8 kW)
Maximum Power (gross):118 hp (88.0 kW)
Intake valve clearance:0.014 inches (0.356 mm)
Exhaust valve clearance:0.018 inches (0.457 mm)

Capacity

Fuel:54.7 gal (207.0 L)
2WD Hydraulic system:13.7 gal (51.9 L)
4WD Hydraulic system:14.5 gal (54.9 L)

Electrical

Ground:negative
Battery AH:110
Battery volts:12
Charging amps:90
Charging volts:14
Charging system:alternator

Hydraulics

Type:open center
Pressure:2540 psi (175.1 bar)
Pump flow:14.3 gpm (54.1 lpm)
2WD Capacity:13.7 gal (51.9 L)
4WD Capacity:14.5 gal (54.9 L)

Mechanical

ROPS:Two-post ROPS. Cab available.
Drive:Two- or four-wheel drive
Brakes:Wet disc brakes
Power steering:Yes
Differential lock:electro-hydraulic wet disc

Production

Type:Utility tractor
Series:6015 Series
Built in:Mannheim, Baden-Württemberg, Germany
Years produced:2003 - 2005

Transmission

Notes:With 18.4-30 rear tires. Reverse speeds are 4% faster than forward. 30 KPH transmission shown, 40 KPH option available.

SyncroPlus

Type:fully synchronized
Gears:12 forward and 4 reverse
Clutch:wet disc
Description:Three gears (1-3), plus reverse (R), in four ranges (A-D).

PowrReverser

Type:power shuttle
Gears:16 forward and reverse
Clutch:wet disc
Description:Four gears (1-4) in four ranges (A-D) with left-hand shuttle shift.
Transmission options:12-speed fully synchronized, 16-speed power shuttle

Tractor hitch

Control:mechanical top-link draft sensing
Rear Type:IIIN/II
Rear lift:13260 lbs (6014 kg)

Serial Numbers

Location:Serial number plate on the right side of the tractor frame.

Power Take-off (PTO)

Clutch:mechanical wet disc
Rear PTO:independent
Engine RPM:540@2124, 1000@2208
Rear PTO Type:540, 540/1000