John Deere 6215

Last Updated: June 2024

Overview

The John Deere 6215 is a utility tractor designed for a range of agricultural tasks. It is underpinned by a robust 4x2 2WD chassis with hydrostatic power steering for ease of maneuverability. This tractor comes with a variety of transmission configurations, including fully synchronized, power shuttle, and a four-speed power shift. The SyncroPlus and PowrReverser transmission options provide 12 forward and 4 reverse gears, while the PowrQuad option suggests 16 gears for both directions. The engine, a John Deere 4045 or 4045TL272 model, is a turbocharged, liquid-cooled diesel with four cylinders, capable of delivering up to 97 horsepower. The cooling system capacity varies depending on the presence of ROPs or cab, with the largest capacity being 14.3 quarts. This model also includes a Category 2/1 three-point hitch with a 5028-pound lift capacity, alongside specifications for different set-ups between ROPs and cab variations as well as 2WD and 4WD options.

Key Specifications

Category: Utility

Power Output: 90 / 92.5 / 94 / 97 (Multiple values provided, highest is 97 hp as it references maximum power)

Transmission: Fully synchronized / Power shuttle / Four-speed power shift

Drive Type: 2WD

Operating Weight: 8102 / 7695 / 8580 / 8130 / 8987 (Multiple values provided; 8102 lbs is the only operating weight specified)

Fuel Type: Diesel

John Deere 6215 vs. Similar Tractors

Hitch Capacity

Excellent

Greater than 97% of similar tractors.

Operating Weight

Excellent

Greater than 100% of similar tractors.

Technical Specifications

Engine

Manufacturer: John Deere
Model: 4045 / 4045TL272 (There are multiple engine models provided, including 4045)
Cooling Type: Liquid-cooled
Cylinder Orientation: -
Valve Configuration: -
Fuel Type: Diesel
Induction Type: Turbocharged
Cylinders: 4
Displacement (ci): 276 / 275 (Data provided has two values; assuming 276 ci which is also referenced in other specifications)
Bore (in): 4.19
Stroke (in): 5
Rated RPM: 2300
Power Output (hp): 90 / 92.5 / 94 / 97 (Multiple values provided, highest is 97 hp as it references maximum power)

Transmission

Type: Fully synchronized / Power shuttle / Four-speed power shift
Forward Gears: 12 / 16 (Assuming the highest number provided applies)
Reverse Gears: 4 / 16 (Assuming the highest number provided applies)
Total Gears: -

Dimensions

Length (in): 162.7
Width (in): -
Height (in): 97
Operating Weight (lb): 8102 / 7695 / 8580 / 8130 / 8987 (Multiple values provided; 8102 lbs is the only operating weight specified)

Power Take-Off (PTO)

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

Miscellaneous

Chassis: 4x2 2WD
Drive Type: 2WD
Steering Type: Hydrostatic power
Coolant Capacity (qts): 14.3 / 11.6 (Assuming the highest value provided)
Front Tire Diameter (in): Unknown (Specific diameter is not stated; sizes given are tire code)
Front Tire Width (in): Unknown (Specific width is not stated; sizes given are tire code)
Rear Tire Diameter (in): Unknown (Specific diameter is not stated; sizes given are tire code)
Rear Tire Width (in): Unknown (Specific width is not stated; sizes given are tire code)
Front/Rear Rim Diameter (in): Unknown (Rim diameters are not explicitly stated, but can be inferred from tire codes, e.g., "16" in "10.00-16")
Tire Type: Agricultural (Based on provided tire codes which indicate standard ag tires)
Manufacture - End Year: -
Hitch Type: Three-Point Hitch (Assuming based on "Rear Type: II/I" which implies a three-point hitch system)
Hitch Category: Category 2/1 (Data provided has both II and I)
Hitch Position: Rear
Hitch Capacity (lb): 5028 lbs (Provided as "3 Point Hitch Lift Capacity @ 24 inches")
Operator Station Type: Unknown (ROPs and Cab mentioned, but not explicitly stated as an Operator Station Type)
Starter Type: Electric Starter
Brake Type: -
Hydraulic System Type: Constant-flow load-sensing / Open center (Multiple types provided)