John Deere

John Deere 6830 Premium

The John Deere 6830 Premium is a farm tractor produced from 2006 to 2011 by John Deere. It features a 6.8L 6-cylinder turbocharged diesel engine with 135 hp net power and multiple transmission options including 20-speed and 32-speed partial power shift as well as an infinitely variable transmission (IVT). The tractor includes advanced hydraulics, a variety of PTO options, and a comfortable cab with air-conditioning. It is designed for heavy-duty farm work with a maximum rear lift capacity of 18,880 lbs and a shipping weight of 12,300 lbs. Standard tires are 16.9R28 front and 20.8R38 rear. The 6830 Premium is part of a series including the 6630 Premium and 6930 Premium models.
Power140 hp
Founded2006 - 2011
Model6830 Premium

Technical Specifications

Detailed specifications and technical data for John Deere 6830 Premium

Power
Engine (max)150 hp (111.9 kW)
Engine (net)135 hp (100.7 kW)
PTO (claimed)121 hp (90.2 kW)
Engine (gross)140 hp (104.4 kW)
Boost PTO (claimed)143 hp (106.6 kW)
Tires
Standard tires (ag)Front: 16.9R28, Rear: 20.8R38
Engine
Typeturbocharged diesel
ModelJohn Deere 6068HL480
Torque457 lb-ft (619.7 Nm)
Coolingliquid-cooled
Idle RPM845-2255
Cylinders6-cylinder 24-valve
EmissionsTier III
Rated RPM2100
Torque RPM1400
Air cleanerdry element
Bore/Stroke4.19x5.00 inches (106 x 127 mm)
Fuel systemhigh-pressure common rail injection
Displacement413.7 ci (6.8 L)
Firing order1-5-3-6-2-4
Oil capacity20.6 qts (19.5 L)
Operating RPM1300-2100
Starter power4 hp (3.0 kW)
Starter volts12
Cooling systemviscous fan
Coolant capacity29.6 qts (28.0 L)
Emission controlexhaust gas recirculation (EGR)
Rated Power (net)135 hp (100.7 kW)
Maximum Power (net)145 hp (108.1 kW)
Oil change interval500 h
Rated Power (gross)140 hp (104.4 kW)
Maximum Power (gross)150 hp (111.9 kW)
Intake valve clearance0.014 inches (0.356 mm)
Coolant change interval1500 h
Exhaust valve clearance0.018 inches (0.457 mm)
Weight
Shipping12,300 lbs (5579 kg)
Max capacity23,150 lbs (10500 kg)
Max rear axle17,185 lbs (7795 kg)
Capacity
Fuel66 gal (249.8 L)
Optional Fuel85.9 gal (325.1 L)
Hydraulic system14.8 gal (56.0 L)
IVT Hydraulic system17.4 gal (65.9 L)
Dimensions
Width93.8 inches (238 cm)
Height114.4 inches (290 cm)
Length187.3 inches (475 cm)
Wheelbase104.3 inches (264 cm)
Rear tread63.9 to 79.6 inches (162 to 202 cm)
Front tread63.9 to 83.3 inches (162 to 211 cm)
Electrical
Groundnegative
Battery volts12
Charging systemalternator
Hydraulics
Typeload-sensing pressure-flow compensating (PFC)
Valves4 (Max)
Capacity14.8 gal (56.0 L)
Pressure2,901 psi (200.0 bar)
Pump flow15.9 gpm (60.2 lpm)
IVT Capacity17.4 gal (65.9 L)
Optional Pump flow29.1 gpm (110.1 lpm)
Mechanical
Cabstandard with air-conditioning
BrakesHydraulic wet disc brakes
Four-wheel driveYes
Production
ManufacturerJohn Deere
Years produced2006 - 2011
Transmission
John Deere Creeperpartial power shift, 32 forward and reverse gears, PermaClutch II wet disc clutch, oil capacity 59.2 qts (56.0 L), optional creeper adds an additional twelve speeds to the PowrQuad or AutoQuad transmission
John Deere AutoPowrinfinitely variable transmission (IVT), infinite forward and reverse gears, oil capacity 69.7 qts (66.0 L), controlled by left-hand shuttle and a right-hand speed lever with speed wheel, speed wheel sets the maximum speed, when set below 2kph transmission is automatically in creeper mode, available with 40kph and 50kph maximum speeds
Transmission options20-speed partial power shift, 32-speed partial power shift, infinitely variable transmission (IVT)
John Deere AutoQuad Pluspartial power shift, 20 forward and reverse gears, PermaClutch II wet disc clutch, oil capacity 59.2 qts (56.0 L), adds automatic load-matched gear shifting to the PowrQuad transmission
John Deere PowrQuad Pluspartial power shift, 20 forward and reverse gears, PermaClutch II wet disc clutch, oil capacity 59.2 qts (56.0 L), four power shift gears (1-4) in five synchronized ranges (A-E) with left-hand power shuttle, optional de-clutch button allows range shifting without using the foot clutch
Tractor hitch
Control15.9
Rear TypeIIIN
Optional Control29.1
Rear lift (at ends)18,880 lbs (8563 kg)
Serial Numbers
LocationFront-right side of main tractor frame, above front axle.
Power Take-off (PTO)
Clutchelectro-hydraulic wet disc
Rear PTOindependent
Engine RPM540@1995, 540E@1743, 1000@1995
Rear PTO Type540/540E/1000
Front PTO Type1000
Front PTO Engine RPM1000@1995