John Deere

John Deere 6515

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.

Power115 hp

Founded2003 - 2005

Model6515

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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	Typefully synchronized Gears12 forward and 4 reverse Clutchwet disc DescriptionThree gears (1-3), plus reverse (R), in four ranges (A-D).
PowrReverser	Typepower shuttle Gears16 forward and reverse Clutchwet disc DescriptionFour gears (1-4) in four ranges (A-D) with left-hand shuttle shift.
Transmission options	12-speed fully synchronized, 16-speed power shuttle