John Deere

John Deere 6530

The John Deere 6530 is a farm tractor produced from 2006 to 2008. It features a 6.8L 6-cylinder turbocharged diesel engine delivering up to 126 hp gross power. Transmission options include 12-speed synchronized, 16-speed power shuttle, and partial power shift variants with up to 24 speeds. The tractor offers 2WD or optional 4WD drive, hydraulic wet disc brakes, and a variety of PTO options. It has a wheelbase of 104.3 inches and weighs approximately 11,390 lbs. Fuel capacity ranges from 54.7 to 66 gallons with a hydraulic system capacity of 13.2 gallons. The 6530 supports rear hitch types II and optional II/IIIN with lift capacities up to 13,260 lbs. Electrical system includes a 12-volt battery and alternator charging system.

Power120 hp

Founded2006 - 2008

Model6530

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Technical Specifications

Detailed specifications and technical data for John Deere 6530

Power

Engine (max)	126 hp (94.0 kW)
Engine (net)	115 hp (85.8 kW)
PTO (claimed)	102 hp (76.1 kW)
Engine (gross)	120 hp (89.5 kW)

Engine

Type	turbocharged diesel
Model	John Deere 6068 HL280
Torque	358 lb-ft (485.4 Nm)
Cooling	liquid-cooled
Idle RPM	850-2460
Cylinders	6-cylinder 12-valve
Emissions	Tier III
Rated RPM	2300
Torque RPM	1600
Air cleaner	dry element
Bore/Stroke	4.19x5.00 inches (106 x 127 mm)
Fuel system	high-pressure common rail injection
Displacement	413.7 ci (6.8 L)
Firing order	1-5-3-6-2-4
Oil capacity	20.6 qts (19.5 L)
Operating RPM	1600-2300
Starter power	4 hp (3.0 kW)
Starter volts	12
Cooling system	viscous fan
Coolant capacity	29.6 qts (28.0 L)
Rated Power (net)	115 hp (85.8 kW)
Maximum Power (net)	121 hp (90.2 kW)
Oil change interval	500 h
Rated Power (gross)	120 hp (89.5 kW)
Maximum Power (gross)	126 hp (94.0 kW)
Intake valve clearance	0.014 inches (0.356 mm)
Coolant change interval	3000 h
Exhaust valve clearance	0.018 inches (0.457 mm)

Capacity

Fuel	54.7 gal (207.0 L), 66 gal Optional (249.8 L)
Hydraulic system	13.2 gal (50.0 L)

Electrical

Ground	negative
Battery volts	12
Charging amps	90
Charging system	alternator
Optional Charging amps	154

Hydraulics

Type	constant flow load sensing
Capacity	13.2 gal (50.0 L)
Pressure	2,901 psi (200.0 bar)
Pump flow	21.4 gpm (81.0 lpm)

Mechanical

ROPS	Two-post foldable Roll-Guard ROPS. Cab with air-conditioning optional.
Drive	4x2 2WD, 4x4 MFWD 4WD (optional)
Brakes	Hydraulic wet disc brakes
Differential lock	rear electro-hydraulic wet disc

Production

Years made	2006 - 2008
Manufacturer	John Deere

Transmission

Options	12-speed synchronized, 16-speed power shuttle, 16-speed partial power shift, 24-speed partial power shift
John Deere PowrQuad	Typepartial power shift Gears16 forward and reverse NotesFour gears (1-4) in four ranges (A-D) with left-hand shuttle lever. Power shift between gears. Clutch must be used to shift between ranges. Reverse speeds slightly higher than forward speeds. Optional creeper provides additional 12 speeds in ranges A-C, from 0.26 kph to 1.5 kph. PowrQuad Plus provides push-button gear shifting on the range-shift lever. Clutchdual 225mm wet disc PermaClutch Oil capacity52.8 qts (50.0 L)
John Deere SyncroPlus	Typesynchronized Gears12 forward and 4 reverse NotesThree gears (1-3), plus reverse (R) in four ranges (A-D). Clutchdual 225mm wet disc PermaClutch Oil capacity52.8 qts (50.0 L)
John Deere PowrReverser	Typepower shuttle Gears16 forward and reverse NotesAdds a left-hand shuttle lever to the SynchroPlus transmission. Reverse gear replaced with a fourth gear in each range. Reverse speeds slightly higher than matching forward speed. Clutchdual 225mm wet disc PermaClutch Oil capacity52.8 qts (50.0 L)
John Deere PowrQuad Plus	Typepartial power shift Gears24 forward and reverse NotesFour gears (1-4) in six ranges (A-F) with left-hand shuttle lever. Power shift between gears. Clutch must be used to shift between ranges. Reverse speeds slightly higher than forward speeds. Optional creeper provides additional 12 speeds in ranges A-C, from 0.16 kph to 1.12 kph. PowrQuad Plus provides push-button gear shifting on the range-shift lever. Clutchdual 225mm wet disc PermaClutch Oil capacity52.8 qts (50.0 L)

Tractor hitch

Control	load and depth control with electronic lower-link sensing
Rear Type	II, II/IIIN Optional
Rear lift capacity	11,470 lbs (5202 kg), 13,260 lbs Optional (6014 kg)

Dimensions & Tires

Width	91.2 inches (231 cm)
Height	111.5 inches (283 cm)
Length	186.1 inches (472 cm)
Weight	11390 lbs (5166 kg)
Rear tire	18.4R38
Wheelbase	104.3 inches (264 cm)
Front tire	420/70R28
Rear tread	63.9 to 79.6 inches (162 to 202 cm)
Front tread	58.5 to 80.4 inches (148 to 204 cm) (2WD), 63.9 to 83.3 inches (162 to 211 cm) (4WD)
Shipping weight	11390 lbs (5166 kg)
Max capacity weight	18740 lbs (8500 kg)
Max rear axle weight	14330 lbs (6500 kg)

Power Take-off (PTO)

Clutch	electro-hydraulic wet disc
Rear PTO	independent
Engine RPM	540@2143, 540E@1684, 1000@2208
Rear PTO Type	540/540E/1000
Front PTO Type	1000
Front PTO Engine RPM	1000@2185