John Deere 6125M

Last Updated: July 2024

Overview

The John Deere 6125M is a utility tractor equipped with a 4-cylinder, 276 ci PowerTech PVX diesel engine producing 114.88 hp rated and up to 130 hp maximum power. Key specs include a 4.19 in bore, variable geometry turbocharger, 12/16/24 speed transmissions, and 2WD or 4WD options. Independent test results show an unladen weight of 10,930 lbs, maximum torque of 384 lb-ft at 1401 rpm with 46.2% torque rise, and detailed hydraulic system performance data. The open center hydraulic system utilizes John Deere Hy-Gard II fluid with a 35 cc pump (34.8 hp) and 45 cc pump (49.7 hp) in a combined outlet set. Hitch dimensions, sound levels, fuel/oil specs and other additional details are provided based on the Nebraska Tractor Test Laboratory evaluation in October 2013.

Key Specifications

Category: Utility

Power Output: 114.88 (Rated) / 130 (Max)

Transmission: Fully synchronized / Partial power shift

Drive Type: 2WD / 4WD

Operating Weight: 10930 (Unladen) / 11105 (Without Ballast)

Fuel Type: Diesel

John Deere 6125M vs. Similar Tractors

Power Output

Excellent

Greater than 99% of similar tractors.

Hitch Capacity

Excellent

Greater than 98% of similar tractors.

Operating Weight

Average

Greater than 65% of similar tractors.

Technical Specifications

Engine

Manufacturer: John Deere
Model: PowerTech PVX
Cooling Type: Liquid-cooled
Cylinder Orientation: Inline
Valve Configuration: -
Fuel Type: Diesel
Induction Type: Variable geometry turbocharger with intercooler
Cylinders: 4
Displacement (ci): 276
Bore (in): 4.19
Stroke (in): 5
Rated RPM: 2100
Power Output (hp): 114.88 (Rated) / 130 (Max)

Transmission

Type: Fully synchronized / Partial power shift
Forward Gears: 12/16/2024
Reverse Gears: 4/16/2024
Total Gears: -

Dimensions

Length (in): -
Width (in): -
Height (in): -
Operating Weight (lb): 10930 (Unladen) / 11105 (Without Ballast)

Power Take-Off (PTO)

PTO Type: Independent
PTO Speed 1 (rpm): 540 / 1000
PTO Speed 2 (rpm): -
PTO Speed 3 (rpm): -

Miscellaneous

Chassis: 4x2 2WD / 4x4 MFWD 4WD
Drive Type: 2WD / 4WD
Steering Type: Hydrostatic power
Coolant Capacity (qts): 23.4
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: 2015
Hitch Type: Three-Point Hitch
Hitch Category: II/IIIN
Hitch Position: Rear
Hitch Capacity (lb): 5153 / Optional: 6247
Operator Station Type: Two-post foldable ROPS or Cab (optional)
Starter Type: Electric
Brake Type: Hydraulic wet disc
Hydraulic System Type: Open center pressure compensated

Test Results

Nebraska Tractor Test Laboratory - Test Date: October 22 to 30, 2013

Maximum Power and Fuel Consumption

Maximum Power: 114.88 HP (85.66 kW) at 1801 rpm
Fuel Consumption at Maximum Power: 6.72 Gal/hr (25.44 l/h) with a fuel efficiency of 0.411 lb/hp.hr (0.250 kg/kW.h)
Fuel Consumption During Active Exhaust Regeneration: 0.24 Gal (0.93 l)

Drawbar Performance

Maximum Power (11th Gear): 98.31 HP (73.31 kW) with a drawbar pull of 7013 lbs (31.19 kN) and a speed of 5.26 mph (8.47 km/h)
Fuel Consumption at Maximum Power (11th Gear): 0.481 lb/hp.hr (0.293 kg/kW.h) with a fuel efficiency of 14.61 Hp.hr/gal (2.88 kW.h/l)
Power at Reduced Engine Speed (14th Gear): 78.46 HP (58.51 kW) with a drawbar pull of 5285 lbs (23.51 kN) and a speed of 5.57 mph (8.96 km/h)

Torque and Engine Performance

Maximum Torque: 384 lb.-ft. (521 Nm) at 1401 rpm
Torque Rise: 46.2%, with a torque rise at 1681 rpm of 35%
Power Increase at 1801 rpm: 9.3%

Hydraulic Performance

Maximum Force Exerted: 5345 lbs (23.8 kN) with 75 mm cylinders; 7130 lbs (31.7 kN) with 85 mm cylinders
Pump Delivery Rate: 30.7 GPM (116.3 l/min) at minimum pressure and rated engine speed (with 45 cc pump)
Hydraulic Power: 49.7 HP (37.1 kW) at a delivery pressure of 2837 psi (196 bar)

NTTL.(2014).Nebraska OECD Tractor test 2078 for John Deere 6125M Diesel. Lincoln, NE:Nebraska Tractor Test Laboratory. Retrieved from https://digitalcommons.unl.edu/tractormuseumlit/2478