John Deere 6330

Last Updated: July 2024

Overview

The John Deere 6330 is part of the 6030 series and was manufactured in Mannheim, Baden-Württemberg, Germany from 2007 to 2012. Available in 2WD as well as MFWD (4WD) options, it’s powered by a 4.5 L four-cylinder turbocharged diesel engine from John Deere's PowerTech series. Four transmission variants are offered: SyncroPlus, PowrReverser, and two configurations of the PowrQuad, with up to 24 forward gears and a maximum reverse gear count of 16. It features hydrostatic power steering, hydraulic wet disc brakes, and has a three-point hitch with lift capacity up to 4,450 lbs. With a diverse range of transmissions, this tractor can accommodate various power needs and operational complexities. The 6330 has the flexibility to operate with two-post ROPS or an optional cab, catering to comfort and safety preferences. Noteworthy is its compatibility with independent PTO systems, running at 540 or 540/1000 rpm for different equipment drives.

Key Specifications

Category: Utility

Power Output: 105

Transmission: SyncroPlus, PowrReverser, PowrQuad, PowrQuad Plus (fully synchronized, synchronized with power shuttle, partial power shift)

Drive Type: 2WD and optional MFWD (4WD)

Operating Weight: 10,000

Fuel Type: Diesel

John Deere 6330 vs. Similar Tractors

Power Output

Above Average

Greater than 84% of similar tractors.

Hitch Capacity

Below Average

Greater than 10% of similar tractors.

Operating Weight

Poor

Greater than 5% of similar tractors.

Technical Specifications

Engine

Manufacturer: John Deere
Model: 4045HL281 PowerTech E (2007-2009), 4045HL288 PowerTech E (2010-2012)
Cooling Type: Liquid-cooled
Cylinder Orientation: Vertical inline
Valve Configuration: -
Fuel Type: Diesel
Induction Type: Turbocharged
Cylinders: 4
Displacement (ci): 276
Bore (in): 4.19
Stroke (in): 5
Rated RPM: 2300
Power Output (hp): 105

Transmission

Type: SyncroPlus, PowrReverser, PowrQuad, PowrQuad Plus (fully synchronized, synchronized with power shuttle, partial power shift)
Forward Gears: 12 or 16 or 24 (assumed from different transmission types)
Reverse Gears: 4 or 16 (assumed from different transmission types)
Total Gears: -

Dimensions

Length (in): -
Width (in): -
Height (in): -
Operating Weight (lb): 10,000

Power Take-Off (PTO)

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

Miscellaneous

Chassis: 4x2 2WD
Drive Type: 2WD and optional MFWD (4WD)
Steering Type: Hydrostatic power
Coolant Capacity (qts): 28 (ROPS), 30.7 (Cab)
Front Tire Diameter (in): -
Front Tire Width (in): -
Rear Tire Diameter (in): -
Rear Tire Width (in): -
Front/Rear Rim Diameter (in): -
Tire Type: -
Manufacture - End Year: 2012
Hitch Type: Three-point hitch
Hitch Category: II/III
Hitch Position: Rear
Hitch Capacity (lb): 4,450 lbs
Operator Station Type: Two-post ROPS or Cab (optional)
Starter Type: Electric
Brake Type: Hydraulic wet disc
Hydraulic System Type: Open-center load sensing or closed-center pressure-flow compensated (optional)

Test Results

Nebraska Tractor Test Laboratory - Test Date: March 2007

Maximum Power and Fuel Consumption

Maximum Power: 105.0 HP (78.3 kW) at 2000 rpm
Fuel Consumption at Maximum Power: 5.96 Gal/hr (22.57 l/h) with a fuel efficiency of 0.397 lb/hp.hr (0.242 kg/kW.h)

Drawbar Performance

Maximum Power in 7th (B3) Gear: 88.9 HP (66.3 kW) with a drawbar pull of 9285 lbs (41.30 kN) and a speed of 3.59 mph (5.78 km/h)
Fuel Consumption in 7th (B3) Gear: 0.464 lb/hp.hr (0.282 kg/kW.h) with a fuel efficiency of 15.08 Hp.hr/gal (2.97 kW.h/l)

Torque and Engine Performance

Maximum Torque: 294 lb.-ft. (399 Nm) at 1500 rpm
Torque Rise: 30.4%
Torque Rise at 1800 rpm: 30%

Hydraulic Performance

Maximum Force Exerted: 6398 lbs (28.5 kN) with 80 mm cylinders
Pump Delivery Rate: 32.3 GPM (122.1 l/min) at minimum pressure

NTTL.(2007).Nebraska Summary: S629 John Deere 6330. Lincoln, NE: University of Nebraska-Lincoln. Retrieved from https://digitalcommons.unl.edu/tractormuseumlit/2912