John Deere

John Deere 6R 230

The John Deere 6R 230 is a utility farm tractor in the 6R Series produced since 2022. It is built in Mannheim, Baden-Württemberg, Germany. The tractor features a John Deere PowerTech PVS 6.8L 6-cylinder turbocharged diesel engine with Tier IV emissions, delivering a rated gross power of 226.6 hp and a maximum gross power of 249.4 hp. It uses a John Deere IVT continuously-variable transmission with infinite forward and reverse gears. The tractor has four-wheel drive, electro-hydraulic rear differential lock, hydraulic wet disc brakes, and optional trailer brakes. The hydraulic system is closed-center PFC with a pressure of 2970 psi and pump flow up to 51.5 gpm. The rear hitch is electro-hydraulic draft sensing with a lift capacity of 15430 lbs, and the front hitch has a lift capacity of 9700 lbs. The PTO is independent with multiple speed options. Dimensions include a 114 inch wheelbase, 206.2 inch length, and 129.9 inch cab height, weighing 20503 lbs. Standard tires are 420/85R30 front and 520/85R42 rear. Electrical system includes a 250 amp alternator and two 12 volt batteries.

Power94 hp

Founded2007 - 2012

Model6R 230

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Technical Specifications

Detailed specifications and technical data for John Deere 6R 230

Power

Engine (max)	249.4 hp (186.0 kW)
PTO (claimed)	209 hp (155.9 kW), 223 hp (IPM Boost) (166.3 kW)
Engine (gross)	226.6 hp (169.0 kW)

Tires

Rear tire	520/85R42
Front tire	420/85R30

Engine

Type	turbocharged diesel
Model	John Deere PowerTech PVS
Torque	792 lb-ft (1074.0 Nm)
Cooling	liquid-cooled
Starter	electric
Idle RPM	850-2250
Cylinders	6-cylinder
Emissions	Tier IV
Fuel tank	108.3 gal (409.9 L), 124.2 gal (470.1 L)
Rated RPM	2100
Torque RPM	1600
Bore/Stroke	4.15x5.00 inches (105 x 127 mm)
Displacement	415 ci (6.8 L)
Operating RPM	1500-2100
Starter volts	12
Exhaust fluid (DEF)	6.6 gal (25.0 L)
Rated Power (gross)	226.6 hp (169.0 kW)
Maximum Power (gross)	249.4 hp (186.0 kW)

Dimensions

Length	206.2 inches (523 cm)
Weight	20503 lbs (9300 kg)
Wheelbase	114 inches (289 cm)
Max weight	33070 lbs (15000 kg)
Height (cab)	129.9 inches (329 cm)
Bar rear axle	3.94 by 100.4 inches (100 by 2550 mm), 3.94 by 118.5 inches (100 by 3009 mm)

Electrical

Ground	negative
Batteries	2
Battery AH	95
Battery volts	12
Charging amps	250
Charging system	alternator

Hydraulics

Type	closed-center PFC
Pressure	2970 psi (204.8 bar)
SCV flow	30.6 gpm (115.8 lpm)
Pump flow	42.3 gpm (160.1 lpm), 51.5 gpm (194.9 lpm)

Mechanical

Cab	standard with air-conditioning
Drive	Four-wheel drive
Brakes	Hydraulic wet disc brakes
Final drives	inboard planetary
Power steering	yes
Trailer brakes	hydraulic (Optional), pneumatic (Optional)
Differential lock	electro-hydraulic rear

Production

Series	6R Series
Built in	Mannheim, Baden-Württemberg, Germany
Category	Utility tractor
Manufacturer	John Deere
Original price	$343,578 in 2023
Production years	2022 -

Transmission

Type	continuously-variable transmission
Gears	infinite forward and reverse
Model	John Deere IVT

Tractor hitch

Control	electro-hydraulic draft sensing
Rear Type	III/IIIN
Front Hitch	IIIN
Front lift (at ends)	9700 lbs (4399 kg)
Rear lift (at 24"/610mm)	15430 lbs (6999 kg)

Power Take-off (PTO)

Clutch	electro-hydraulic wet disc
Rear PTO	independent
Front PTO	independent
Engine RPM	540@1950, 540E@1721, 1000@1950, 1000E@1659
Rear PTO Type	540/1000 (1.375), 1000 (1.75)
Front PTO Type	1000
Front PTO Engine RPM	1000@1965