John Deere 6030

Last Updated: June 2024

Overview

The John Deere 6030 is a large row-crop tractor that was manufactured from 1972 to 1977. It features a 4x2 chassis, power steering, and powerlift system. The engine is a liquid-cooled, turbocharged intercooled diesel with 6 cylinders and a displacement of 531 cubic inches, capable of producing 175 horsepower at 2100 RPM. The transmission is a John Deere Syncro-Range with 8 forward and 2 reverse gears. This model includes a differential hydraulic wet disc brake system, a closed center hydraulic system, and an independent PTO rated at 1000 RPM. Typical of tractors of its time, the 6030 has a solid operating weight of 18,180 lbs. It was available with an open operator station or an optional cab with air-conditioning. This tractor represents John Deere's focus on durable, reliable machines with sufficient power for demanding agriculture operations.

Key Specifications

Category: Row Crop

Power Output: 175

Transmission: Partially synchronized

Drive Type: 2WD

Operating Weight: 18,180

Fuel Type: Diesel

John Deere 6030 vs. Similar Tractors

Power Output

Average

Greater than 65% of similar tractors.

Hitch Capacity

Poor

Greater than 7% of similar tractors.

Operating Weight

Below Average

Greater than 11% of similar tractors.

Technical Specifications

Engine

Manufacturer: John Deere
Model: -
Cooling Type: Liquid-cooled
Cylinder Orientation: Inline
Valve Configuration: -
Fuel Type: Diesel
Induction Type: Turbocharged intercooled (assumed as it's the most detailed information)
Cylinders: 6
Displacement (ci): 531
Bore (in): 4.75
Stroke (in): 5
Rated RPM: 2100
Power Output (hp): 175

Transmission

Type: Partially synchronized
Forward Gears: 8
Reverse Gears: 2
Total Gears: -

Dimensions

Length (in): 172.3
Width (in): -
Height (in): 98.3
Operating Weight (lb): 18,180

Power Take-Off (PTO)

PTO Type: Independent
PTO Speed 1 (rpm): 1000
PTO Speed 2 (rpm): -
PTO Speed 3 (rpm): -

Miscellaneous

Chassis: 4x2
Drive Type: 2WD
Steering Type: Power
Coolant Capacity (qts): 40
Front Tire Diameter (in): -
Front Tire Width (in): -
Rear Tire Diameter (in): -
Rear Tire Width (in): -
Front/Rear Rim Diameter (in): -
Tire Type: Ag
Manufacture - End Year: 1977
Hitch Type: Three-Point Hitch (assumed from category III/II)
Hitch Category: III/II
Hitch Position: Rear
Hitch Capacity (lb): 5,909
Operator Station Type: Open, Cab (optional)
Starter Type: Electric
Brake Type: Differential hydraulic wet disc
Hydraulic System Type: Closed center