John Deere 6170R

Last Updated: July 2024

Overview

The John Deere 6170R is a robust and powerful 4WD row-crop tractor that offers a mix of productivity and technology. It was produced by John Deere in Mannheim, Baden-Württemberg, Germany, from 2011 to 2014. The 6170R model is powered by a reliable John Deere PowerTech PVX engine, which is a 6-cylinder, 414 cubic inches, turbocharged intercooled diesel engine with a maximum power of 162.72 horsepower at 1697 RPM. Operators benefit from a selective gear fixed ratio transmission with partial (4) range operator-controlled power shift, designed to optimize the tractor's performance and maneuverability. The tractor is equipped with hydrostatic power steering, wet disc brakes, and a ComfortView cab that ensures operator comfort even during extended periods of work. Its rear lift capacity is commendable, standing at 11,310 lbs, making it a capable workhorse for a variety of demanding tasks in the field. The chassis is engineered with a Triple Link Suspension (TLS) for the front axle, and a variety of hitch and PTO options ensure versatility and compatibility with a wide range of attachments and implements. Additional features include electronic lower link sensing for hitch control, and a choice of hydraulic systems to suit the operator's needs. With an operating weight of 18,255 pounds, the 6170R is a testament to John Deere's commitment to building durable and efficient agricultural machinery.
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Key Specifications

Category: Row Crop

Power Output: 162.72

Transmission: Selective gear fixed ratio with partial (4) range operator-controlled power shift

Drive Type: MFWD 4WD

Operating Weight: 18255

Fuel Type: Diesel

John Deere 6170R vs. Similar Tractors

Power Output
Average
Greater than 63% of similar tractors.
Hitch Capacity
Below Average
Greater than 17% of similar tractors.
Operating Weight
Poor
Greater than 10% of similar tractors.

Technical Specifications

Engine

Manufacturer
John Deere
Model
PowerTech PVX
Cooling Type
Liquid-cooled
Cylinder Orientation
Inline
Valve Configuration
24-valve
Fuel Type
Diesel
Induction Type
Turbocharged intercooled
Cylinders
6
Displacement (ci)
414
Bore (in)
4.19
Stroke (in)
5
Rated RPM
2100
Power Output (hp)
162.72

Transmission

Type
Selective gear fixed ratio with partial (4) range operator-controlled power shift
Forward Gears
20
Reverse Gears
20
Total Gears
-

Dimensions

Length (in)
198.8
Width (in)
100.4
Height (in)
124.4
Operating Weight (lb)
18255

Power Take-Off (PTO)

PTO Type
Independent (Front and Rear)
PTO Speed 1 (rpm)
1000 (Front), 540/540E/1000 or 540E/1000/1000E (Rear)
PTO Speed 2 (rpm)
-
PTO Speed 3 (rpm)
-

Miscellaneous

Chassis
4x4 MFWD 4WD
Drive Type
MFWD 4WD
Steering Type
Hydrostatic power
Coolant Capacity (qts)
29.6
Front Tire Diameter (in)
-
Front Tire Width (in)
-
Rear Tire Diameter (in)
-
Rear Tire Width (in)
-
Front/Rear Rim Diameter (in)
-
Tire Type
Standard tires (ag): Front: 420/90R30. Rear: 480/80R46 (4WD)
Manufacture - End Year
2014
Hitch Type
Three-Point Hitch
Hitch Category
Category III
Hitch Position
Rear
Hitch Capacity (lb)
11,310
Operator Station Type
ComfortView cab (standard)
Starter Type
Electric
Brake Type
Disc
Hydraulic System Type
Pressure flow compensated (PFC)

Test Results

Nebraska Tractor Test Laboratory - Test Date: August 28 to September 10, 2012

Maximum Power and Fuel Consumption

  • Maximum Power: 162.72 HP (121.34 kW) at 1697 rpm
  • Fuel Consumption at Maximum Power: 9.05 Gal/hr (34.26 l/h) with a fuel efficiency of 0.392 lb/hp.hr (0.238 kg/kW.h)
  • Power Take-off Efficiency: 17.98 Hp.hr/gal (3.54 kW.h/l)

Drawbar Performance

  • Power at Rated Engine Speed (7th Gear): 135.88 HP (101.33 kW) with a drawbar pull of 9790 lbs (43.55 kN) and a speed of 5.21 mph (8.38 km/h)
  • Fuel Consumption at Rated Speed: 0.467 lb/hp.hr (0.284 kg/kW.h) with a fuel efficiency of 15.11 Hp.hr/gal (2.98 kW.h/l)

Torque and Engine Performance

  • Maximum Torque: 533 lb.-ft. (723 Nm) at 1497 rpm
  • Torque Rise: 48.5% with a power increase at 1697 rpm of 13.6%

Hydraulic Performance

  • Maximum Force Exerted: 11310 lbs (50.3 kN) at hitch points
  • Pump Delivery Rate: 43.0 GPM (162.7 l/min) at minimum pressure and rated engine speed
  • Hydraulic Power: 63.6 HP (47.4 kW) at delivery pressure of 2585 psi (178 bar)

Overall Efficiency

  • Fuel Efficiency at Standard PTO Speed (1000 rpm): 16.98 Hp.hr/gal (3.35 kW.h/l)
  • Fuel Consumption: 9.25 Gal/hr (35.03 l/h) at 1960 rpm



NTTL. (2012). Nebraska OECD Tractor test 2033 for John Deere 6170R Diesel. Lincoln, NE: Nebraska Tractor Test Laboratory. Retrieved from https://digitalcommons.unl.edu/tractormuseumlit/2436