John Deere

John Deere 6715

The John Deere 6715 is a utility tractor from the 6015 Series produced from 2003 to 2007. It features a 6.8L 6-cylinder turbocharged diesel engine delivering 125 hp net power and 129.4 hp gross power. The tractor offers multiple transmission options including a 12-speed fully synchronized SyncroPlus, a 16-speed power shuttle SyncroPlus Reverser, and a 16-speed four-speed power shift PowrQuad. It is available in two- or four-wheel drive configurations with electro-hydraulic rear differential lock and hydrostatic power steering. The tractor has a constant-flow load-sensing hydraulic system with 1 to 4 valves and a 17.5 gpm pump flow. The rear hitch is a category II with electro-hydraulic lower-link draft sensing and a rear lift capacity of 5915 lbs at 24 inches. The rear PTO is independent with electro-hydraulic wet disc clutch and 540/1000 rpm options. Dimensions include a 2WD wheelbase of 106.3 inches and 4WD wheelbase of 104.3 inches, with shipping weights ranging from 8776 to 10252 lbs depending on configuration. The tractor supports various tire options and has electrical system specifications including a 90 amp alternator and 1230 CCA battery. Attachments include the John Deere 721 and 740 loaders, with the 721 loader compatible only with 2WD models and the 740 loader with 4WD models.
Power129 hp
Founded2003 - 2007
Model6715

Technical Specifications

Detailed specifications and technical data for John Deere 6715

Power
Engine (net)125 hp (93.2 kW)
PTO (tested)119.1 hp (88.8 kW)
PTO (claimed)105 hp (78.3 kW)
Engine (gross)129.4 hp (96.5 kW)
Drawbar (tested)94.3 hp (70.3 kW)
Tires
2WD Optional tires (ag)Front: 10.00-16. Rear: 18.4-34
2WD Standard tires (ag)Front: 10.00-16. Rear: 18.4-38
4WD Optional tires (ag)Front: 13.6-24. Rear: 18.4-34,Front: 14.9-24. Rear: 18.4-34,Front: 14.9-24. Rear: 18.4-38,Front: 13.6-28. Rear: 18.4-38
4WD Standard tires (ag)Front: 12.4-28. Rear: 18.4-38
Engine
Typeturbocharged diesel
ModelJohn Deere 6068
Coolingliquid-cooled
Cylinders6-cylinder
Fuel tank54.7 gal (207.0 L)
Rated RPM2300
Bore/Stroke4.19x5.00 inches (106 x 127 mm)
Compression17:1
Displacement414 ci (6.8 L)
Firing order1-5-3-6-2-4
Oil capacity21.2 qts (20.1 L)
Operating RPM1500-2300
Starter power4.2 hp (3.1 kW)
Starter volts12
Coolant capacity19 qts (18.0 L)
Rated Power (net)125 hp (93.2 kW)
Rated Power (gross)129.4 hp (96.5 kW)
Weight
2WD Cab Shipping9658 lbs (4380 kg)
4WD Cab Shipping10252 lbs (4650 kg)
2WD ROPS Shipping8776 lbs (3980 kg)
4WD ROPS Shipping9361 lbs (4246 kg)
Dimensions
Length177.2 inches (450 cm)
2WD Wheelbase106.3 inches (270 cm)
4WD Wheelbase104.3 inches (264 cm)
Height (exhaust)107.8 inches (273 cm)
Rack-and-pinion rear axle3.1 by 100.6 inches (78 by 2555 mm)
Electrical
Groundnegative
Battery AH154
Battery CCA1230
Battery volts12
Charging amps90
Charging systemalternator
Hydraulics
Typeconstant-flow load-sensing
Valves1 to 4
Pump flow17.5 gpm (66.2 lpm)
Mechanical
ROPSTwo-post foldable ROPS. ComfortVantage Cab optional with air-conditioning.
DriveTwo- or four-wheel drive
BrakesHydraulic wet disc brakes
Steeringhydrostatic power
Differential lockelectro-hydraulic rear
Production
TypeUtility tractor
Series6015 Series
Built inMannheim, Baden-Württemberg, Germany
Years produced2003 - 2007
Attachments
NotesThe John Deere model 721 loader was only compatible with 6715 two-wheel drive tractors. The model 740 loader was compatible with four-wheel drive tractors.
OverviewJohn Deere 721 loader, John Deere 740 loader
721 Loader
Bucket width73 inches (185 cm)
Transmission
Options12-speed fully synchronized, 16-speed power shuttle, 16-speed four-speed power shift
PowrQuad
Typefour-speed power shift
Gears16 forward and reverse
Clutchwet disc
DescriptionFour power shift gears (1-4) in four synchronized ranges (A-D) with power shuttle lever.
SyncroPlus
Typefully synchronized
Gears12 forward and 4 reverse
Clutchwet disc
DescriptionThree synchronized gears (1-3) plus reverse (R) in four synchronized ranges (A-D).
SyncroPlus Reverser
Typepower shuttle
Gears16 forward and reverse
Clutchwet disc
DescriptionReverser option adds left-hand power shuttle lever to SyncroPlus transmission. Four synchronized gears (1-4) in four synchronized ranges (A-D) with shuttle lever.
Tractor hitch
Controlelectro-hydraulic lower-link draft sensing
Rear TypeII
Rear lift (at 24"/610mm)5915 lbs (2683 kg) *During testing, actual lift was only 5430 pounds.
Power Take-off (PTO)
Clutchelectro-hydraulic wet disc
Rear PTOindependent
Rear PTO Type540/1000