John Deere

John Deere 6M 220

The John Deere 6M 220 is a utility tractor built in Mannheim, Germany starting in 2024. It features a 6.8L 6-cylinder turbocharged diesel engine with Tier IV emissions, producing 217.3 hp rated and 238.7 hp maximum gross power. It offers multiple transmission options including 20-speed four-speed power shift and infinitely variable transmission. The tractor includes four-wheel drive, electro-hydraulic differential lock, and power steering. It has a standard cab with air-conditioning and JDLink connectivity. Hydraulics include up to 3 rear valves and 4 mid valves with pump flow up to 41 gpm optional. The tractor hitch supports rear type III/IIIN and front type IIIN with substantial lift capacities. PTO options include independent rear and optional front PTO with electro-hydraulic wet disc clutches. Dimensions include a 110.2 inch wheelbase, 196.2 inch length, and weight around 19180 lbs. Standard tires are 420/85R30 front and 480/80R46 rear. Electrical system features a 12-volt battery and 125 amp alternator with optional 250 amp. Attachments include front-end loaders such as the 660R, 660R MSL, and 680R with detailed lift and breakout capacities.
Power90 hp
Founded2002 - 2007
Model6M 220

Technical Specifications

Detailed specifications and technical data for John Deere 6M 220

Power
Engine (max)238.7 hp (178.0 kW)
PTO (claimed)177 hp (132.0 kW)
Engine (gross)217.3 hp (162.0 kW)
Tires
Standard tires (ag)Front: 420/85R30, Rear: 480/80R46
Engine
Typeturbocharged diesel
ModelJohn Deere PowerTech PVS
Torque756 lb-ft (1025.1 Nm)
Coolingliquid-cooled inline
Starterelectric
Cylinders6-cylinder
EmissionsTier IV
Fuel tank85.9 gal (325.1 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)217.3 hp (162.0 kW)
Maximum Power (gross)238.7 hp (178.0 kW)
Dimensions
Width100.3 inches (254 cm)
Height120.5 inches (306 cm)
Length196.2 inches (498 cm)
Weight19180 lbs (8700 kg)
Wheelbase110.2 inches (279 cm)
Shipping weight18739 lbs (8500 kg)
Clearance (front axle)21.4 inches (54 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
TypeUtility tractor
Built inMannheim, Baden-Württemberg, Germany
ManufacturerJohn Deere
Original price$271,426 in 2025
Attachments
Overviewfront-end loader
660R Loader
Dump angle62°
Bucket width85 inches (215 cm)
Reach (dumped)43 inches (109 cm)
Reach (ground)112 inches (284 cm)
Rollback angle48°
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)
680R Loader
Dump angle61°
Bucket width85 inches (215 cm)
Reach (dumped)54 inches (137 cm)
Reach (ground)115 inches (292 cm)
Rollback angle48°
Height (at pin)176 inches (447 cm)
Breakout (at pin)7593 lbs (3444 kg)
Clearance (level)166 inches (421 cm)
Clearance (dumped)136 inches (345 cm)
Lift (1.5m at pin)6898 lbs (3128 kg)
Lift (full at pin)5937 lbs (2693 kg)
Breakout (at 800mm)6662 lbs (3021 kg)
Lift (full at 800mm)5847 lbs (2652 kg)
660R MSL Loader
Dump angle61°
Bucket width85 inches (215 cm)
Reach (dumped)42 inches (106 cm)
Reach (ground)112 inches (284 cm)
Rollback angle49°
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)10132 lbs (4595 kg), 11346 lbs Optional (5146 kg)
Power Take-off (PTO)
Clutchelectro-hydraulic wet disc
Rear PTOindependent
Front PTOindependent Optional
Engine RPM540@1960, 1000@1960
Rear PTO Type540/1000 (1.375)
Front PTO Type1000 (1.375)
Front PTO Clutchelectro-hydraulic wet disc
Front PTO Engine RPM1000@1969