John Deere

John Deere 6M 165

The John Deere 6M 165 is a utility tractor in the 6M Series produced from 2024 onward. It features a 6.8L 6-cylinder turbocharged diesel engine delivering 162.3 hp rated power and up to 179.7 hp maximum power. The tractor offers multiple transmission options including 20-speed four-speed power shift and infinitely variable transmission. It is built in Mannheim, Germany, and includes features such as four-wheel drive, electro-hydraulic differential lock, power steering, and a cab with air-conditioning and JDLink. The 6M 165 supports various front-end loaders and has a comprehensive hydraulic system with optional pump flow upgrades.
Power162 hp
Founded2024 -
Model6M 165

Technical Specifications

Detailed specifications and technical data for John Deere 6M 165

Power
Engine (max)179.7 hp (134.0 kW)
PTO (claimed)125 hp (93.2 kW)
Engine (gross)162.3 hp (121.0 kW)
Engine
Typeturbocharged diesel
ModelJohn Deere PowerTech PVS
Torque570 lb-ft (772.9 Nm)
Coolingliquid-cooled inline
Starterelectric
Cylinders6-cylinder
EmissionsTier IV
Fuel tank75.3 gal (285.0 L)
Rated RPM2100
Torque RPM1600
Bore/Stroke4.19x5.00 inches (106 x 127 mm)
Displacement414.2 ci (6.8 L)
Starter volts12
Exhaust fluid (DEF)6.2 gal (23.5 L)
Rated Power (gross)162.3 hp (121.0 kW)
Maximum Power (gross)179.7 hp (134.0 kW)
Dimensions
Width100.3 inches (254 cm)
Height117.3 inches (297 cm)
Length186.3 inches (473 cm)
Weight17637 lbs (8000 kg)
Rear tire480/80R42
Wheelbase108.8 inches (276 cm)
Front tire420/85R28
Shipping weight17196 lbs (7800 kg)
Clearance (front axle)21.1 inches (53 cm)
Electrical
Groundnegative
Battery volts12
Charging amps125, 250 Optional
Charging systemalternator
Hydraulics
Pump flow30 gpm (113.6 lpm), 41 gpm Optional (155.2 lpm)
Mid valves2 to 4
Rear valves0 to 3
Mechanical
Cabstandard with air-conditioning. JDLink
DriveFour-wheel drive
Final drivesplanetary
Power steeringYes
Differential lockelectro-hydraulic
Production
Series6M Series
Built inMannheim, Baden-Württemberg, Germany
CategoryUtility tractor
ManufacturerJohn Deere
Original price$221,446 in 2025
Production years2024 -
Attachments
Overviewfront-end loader
640R Loader
Rollback52°
Dump angle59°
Bucket width85 inches (215 cm)
Reach (dumped)39 inches (99 cm)
Reach (ground)111 inches (281 cm)
Height (at pin)163 inches (414 cm)
Breakout (at pin)6204 lbs (2814 kg)
Clearance (level)154 inches (391 cm)
Clearance (dumped)124 inches (314 cm)
Lift (1.5m at pin)5851 lbs (2654 kg)
Lift (full at pin)5545 lbs (2515 kg)
Breakout (at 800mm)4661 lbs (2114 kg)
Lift (full at 800mm)3874 lbs (1757 kg)
660R Loader
Rollback48°
Dump angle62°
Bucket width85 inches (215 cm)
Reach (dumped)43 inches (109 cm)
Reach (ground)112 inches (284 cm)
Height (at pin)175 inches (444 cm)
Breakout (at pin)6314 lbs (2864 kg)
Clearance (level)165 inches (419 cm)
Clearance (dumped)134 inches (340 cm)
Lift (1.5m at pin)6171 lbs (2799 kg)
Lift (full at pin)5842 lbs (2649 kg)
Breakout (at 800mm)4775 lbs (2165 kg)
Lift (full at 800mm)4057 lbs (1840 kg)
640R MSL Loader
Rollback48°
Dump angle59°
Bucket width85 inches (215 cm)
Reach (dumped)39 inches (99 cm)
Reach (ground)111 inches (281 cm)
Height (at pin)163 inches (414 cm)
Breakout (at pin)6343 lbs (2877 kg)
Clearance (level)154 inches (391 cm)
Clearance (dumped)124 inches (314 cm)
Lift (1.5m at pin)5580 lbs (2531 kg)
Lift (full at pin)4808 lbs (2180 kg)
Breakout (at 800mm)5538 lbs (2512 kg)
Lift (full at 800mm)4826 lbs (2189 kg)
660R MSL Loader
Rollback49°
Dump angle61°
Bucket width85 inches (215 cm)
Reach (dumped)42 inches (106 cm)
Reach (ground)112 inches (284 cm)
Height (at pin)176 inches (447 cm)
Breakout (at pin)6887 lbs (3123 kg)
Clearance (level)167 inches (424 cm)
Clearance (dumped)136 inches (345 cm)
Lift (1.5m at pin)6252 lbs (2835 kg)
Lift (full at pin)5432 lbs (2463 kg)
Breakout (at 800mm)5992 lbs (2717 kg)
Lift (full at 800mm)5093 lbs (2310 kg)
Transmission
Transmission 1
NamePowerQuad Plus
Typefour-speed power shift
Gears20 forward and reverse
Transmission 2
NameAutoQuad Plus
Typefour-speed power shift
Gears20 forward and reverse
Transmission 3
NameCommandQuad Plus
Typefour-speed power shift
Gears20 forward and reverse
Transmission 4
NameAutoPowr IVT
Typeinfinitely variable transmission
Gearsinfinite forward and reverse
Transmission options20-speed four-speed power shift, infinitely variable transmission
Tractor hitch
Rear TypeIII/IIIN
Front lift7269 lbs (3297 kg)
Front HitchIIIN
Rear lift (at 24"/610mm)7709 lbs (3496 kg), 8700 lbs Optional (3946 kg)
Power Take-off (PTO)
Clutchelectro-hydraulic wet disc
Rear PTOindependent
Front PTOindependent Optional
Engine RPM540@1997, 1000@2010
Rear PTO Type540/1000 (1.375)
Front PTO Type1000 (1.375)
Front PTO Clutchelectro-hydraulic wet disc
Front PTO Engine RPM1000@1969