John Deere

John Deere 6M 240

The John Deere 6M 240 is a utility farm tractor in the 6M Series produced from 2024 onward. It is built in Mannheim, Baden-Württemberg, Germany. It features a 6.8L 6-cylinder turbocharged diesel engine with Tier IV emissions, delivering a rated gross power of 237.4 hp (177.0 kW) and maximum gross power of 260.2 hp (194.0 kW). The tractor uses an AutoPowr IVT infinitely variable transmission with infinite forward and reverse gears. It has four-wheel drive with planetary final drives and electro-hydraulic differential lock. The tractor includes power steering, a cab with air-conditioning, and JDLink connectivity. Hydraulics include 0 to 3 rear valves and 2 to 4 mid valves with pump flow options of 30 gpm or optional 41 gpm. 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 wheelbase of 110.2 inches, length of 196.2 inches, width of 100.3 inches, and height of 120.5 inches. Standard tires are 420/85R30 front and 480/80R46 rear. Electrical system features a 12-volt battery with a 125 amp alternator and optional 250 amp charging. Attachments include John Deere 660R, 660R MSL, and 680R loaders with detailed lift and breakout capacities.
Power237 hp
Founded2024 -
Model6M 240

Technical Specifications

Detailed specifications and technical data for John Deere 6M 240

Power
Engine (max)260.2 hp (194.0 kW)
PTO (claimed)194 hp (144.7 kW)
Engine (gross)237.4 hp (177.0 kW)
Tires
Standard tires (ag)Front: 420/85R30. Rear: 480/80R46
Engine
Typeturbocharged diesel
ModelJohn Deere PowerTech PVS
Torque829 lb-ft (1124.1 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)237.4 hp (177.0 kW)
Maximum Power (gross)260.2 hp (194.0 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
Charging systemalternator
Optional charging amps250
Hydraulics
Pump flow30 gpm (113.6 lpm)
Mid valves2 to 4
Rear valves0 to 3
Optional pump flow41 gpm (155.2 lpm)
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 priceCAD$419,092 in 2025
Production years2024 -
Attachments
660R Loader
Rollback48°
Dump angle62°
Bucket width85 inches (215 cm)
Reach dumped43 inches (109 cm)
Reach ground112 inches (284 cm)
Height at pin175 inches (444 cm)
Breakout at pin6314 lbs (2864 kg)
Clearance level165 inches (419 cm)
Clearance dumped134 inches (340 cm)
Lift 1.5m at pin6171 lbs (2799 kg)
Lift full at pin5842 lbs (2649 kg)
Breakout at 800mm4775 lbs (2165 kg)
Lift full at 800mm4057 lbs (1840 kg)
680R Loader
Rollback48°
Dump angle61°
Bucket width85 inches (215 cm)
Reach dumped54 inches (137 cm)
Reach ground115 inches (292 cm)
Height at pin176 inches (447 cm)
Breakout at pin7593 lbs (3444 kg)
Clearance level166 inches (421 cm)
Clearance dumped136 inches (345 cm)
Lift 1.5m at pin6898 lbs (3128 kg)
Lift full at pin5937 lbs (2693 kg)
Breakout at 800mm6662 lbs (3021 kg)
Lift full at 800mm5847 lbs (2652 kg)
660R MSL Loader
Rollback49°
Dump angle61°
Bucket width85 inches (215 cm)
Reach dumped42 inches (106 cm)
Reach ground112 inches (284 cm)
Height at pin176 inches (447 cm)
Breakout at pin6887 lbs (3123 kg)
Clearance level167 inches (424 cm)
Clearance dumped136 inches (345 cm)
Lift 1.5m at pin6252 lbs (2835 kg)
Lift full at pin5432 lbs (2463 kg)
Breakout at 800mm5992 lbs (2717 kg)
Lift full at 800mm5093 lbs (2310 kg)
Attachment overviewJohn Deere 660R loader, John Deere 660R MSL loader, John Deere 680R loader
Transmission
Typeinfinitely variable transmission
Gearsinfinite forward and reverse
ModelAutoPowr IVT
Tractor hitch
Rear TypeIII/IIIN
Front lift7269 lbs (3297 kg)
Front HitchIIIN
Optional rear lift11346 lbs (5146 kg)
Rear lift (at 24"/610mm)10132 lbs (4595 kg)
Power Take-off (PTO)
Clutchelectro-hydraulic wet disc
Rear PTOindependent
Front PTOindependent (Optional)
Rear PTO Type540/1000 (1.375)
Front PTO Type1000 (1.375)
Clutch front PTOelectro-hydraulic wet disc
Engine RPM rear PTO540@1960, 1000@1960
Engine RPM front PTO1000@1967