John Deere 6140M

Last Updated: July 2024

Overview

The John Deere 6140M is a row-crop tractor that was designed for a range of agricultural tasks. Manufactured with the 2WD chassis configuration, this model features a liquid-cooled, four-cylinder John Deere PowerTech PVX diesel engine showcasing high efficiency and power output. The 6140M has a total displacement of 276 cubic inches and delivers 140 horsepower at 2100 rpm. For versatility in various farming operations, the 6140M is equipped with a partial power shift transmission that has 16 forward gears. This model also includes a hydraulic wet disc braking system and offers either a foldable ROPS or an optional cab for operator comfort. With an independent PTO and a three-point hitch with a lifting capacity of 6625 pounds, the 6140M is capable of handling a variety of implements for productive work in the fields.
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Key Specifications

Category: Row Crop

Power Output: 140

Transmission: Partial power shift

Drive Type: 4WD

Operating Weight: 11750

Fuel Type: Diesel

John Deere 6140M vs. Similar Tractors

Power Output
Average
Greater than 48% of similar tractors.
Hitch Capacity
Average
Greater than 58% of similar tractors.
Operating Weight
Average
Greater than 45% 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 turbocharged with intercooler
Cylinders
4
Displacement (ci)
276
Bore (in)
4.19
Stroke (in)
5
Rated RPM
2100
Power Output (hp)
140

Transmission

Type
Partial power shift
Forward Gears
16
Reverse Gears
-
Total Gears
16

Dimensions

Length (in)
-
Width (in)
-
Height (in)
113.8 (cab height)
Operating Weight (lb)
11750

Power Take-Off (PTO)

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

Miscellaneous

Chassis
4WD
Drive Type
4WD
Steering Type
Hydrostatic power
Coolant Capacity (qts)
29
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
-
Hitch Type
Three-Point Hitch II/IIIN
Hitch Category
Category 3
Hitch Position
Rear
Hitch Capacity (lb)
9225
Operator Station Type
Two-post foldable ROPS or Cab (optional)
Starter Type
Electric Starter
Brake Type
Hydraulic wet disc
Hydraulic System Type
Open center pressure compensated

Test Results

Nebraska Tractor Test Laboratory - Test Date: October 24 to November 8, 2013

Maximum Power and Fuel Consumption

  • Maximum Power: 124.10 HP (92.54 kW) at 1801 rpm
  • Fuel Consumption at Maximum Power: 7.09 Gal/hr (26.85 l/h) with a fuel efficiency of 0.402 lb/hp.hr (0.244 kg/kW.h)
  • Fuel Consumption at Rated Engine Speed: 7.06 Gal/hr (26.72 l/h) with a fuel efficiency of 0.428 lb/hp.hr (0.260 kg/kW.h)

Drawbar Performance

  • Maximum Power: 108.69 HP (81.05 kW) with a drawbar pull of 7,457 lbs (33.17 kN) and a speed of 5.47 mph (8.80 km/h) in 11th gear
  • Fuel Consumption at Maximum Power: 0.460 lb/hp.hr (0.280 kg/kW.h) with a fuel efficiency of 15.29 Hp.hr/gal (3.01 kW.h/l)

Torque and Engine Performance

  • Maximum Torque: 416 lb-ft (565 Nm) at 1401 rpm
  • Torque Rise: 43.8%

Hydraulic Performance

  • Maximum Force Exerted Through Whole Range: 7,938 lbs (35.3 kN) with 90 mm cylinders
  • Pump Delivery Rate at Minimum Pressure and Rated Engine Speed: 31.2 GPM (118.0 l/min) with a power of 46.5 HP (34.6 kW)



NTTL. (2013). Nebraska OECD Tractor test 2079 for John Deere 6140M Diesel. Lincoln, NE: Nebraska Tractor Test Laboratory. Retrieved from https://digitalcommons.unl.edu/tractormuseumlit/2477

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