John Deere 9100

Last Updated: July 2024

Overview

The John Deere 9100 is a utility 4x4 articulated tractor with a 496 cubic inch, six-cylinder, turbocharged and aftercooled diesel engine from John Deere. Based on independent test results, it produces a maximum power output of 249.38 hp at 1850 rpm and a maximum torque of 799 lb-ft at 1499 rpm. The transmission offers multiple options, including a 24-speed partial power shift, 12-speed partially synchronized, and a full power shift. It features hydrostatic power steering, a three-point hitch Category III, and a 1000 rpm independent PTO. The tractor has an unladen weight of 33,548 lbs and uses 20.8R42 agricultural tires on both front and rear axles.

Key Specifications

Category: Utility

Power Output: 249.38

Transmission: Partially Synchronized / Partial Power Shift / Full Power Shift

Drive Type: 4WD

Operating Weight: 33,548

Fuel Type: Diesel

John Deere 9100 vs. Similar Tractors

Power Output

Excellent

Greater than 93% of similar tractors.

Hitch Capacity

Below Average

Greater than 13% of similar tractors.

Operating Weight

Poor

Greater than 7% of similar tractors.

Technical Specifications

Engine

Manufacturer: John Deere
Model: -
Cooling Type: Liquid-Cooled
Cylinder Orientation: Inline
Valve Configuration: -
Fuel Type: Diesel
Induction Type: Turbocharged Aftercooled
Cylinders: 6
Displacement (ci): 496
Bore (in): 4.56
Stroke (in): 5.06
Rated RPM: 2100
Power Output (hp): 249.38

Transmission

Type: Partially Synchronized / Partial Power Shift / Full Power Shift
Forward Gears: 24 (Partial Power Shift) / 12 (Others)
Reverse Gears: 6 (Partial Power Shift) / 3 (Others) / 2 (Full Power Shift)
Total Gears: -

Dimensions

Length (in): 273.6
Width (in): 157.9
Height (in): 137.4
Operating Weight (lb): 33,548

Power Take-Off (PTO)

PTO Type: Independent
PTO Speed 1 (rpm): 1,000
PTO Speed 2 (rpm): -
PTO Speed 3 (rpm): -

Miscellaneous

Chassis: 4x4 Articulated 4WD
Drive Type: 4WD
Steering Type: Hydrostatic Power
Coolant Capacity (qts): 56
Front Tire Diameter (in): 42
Front Tire Width (in): 20.8
Rear Tire Diameter (in): 42
Rear Tire Width (in): 20.8
Front/Rear Rim Diameter (in): -
Tire Type: Ag
Manufacture - End Year: 2001
Hitch Type: Three-Point Hitch Category III
Hitch Category: Category 3
Hitch Position: Rear
Hitch Capacity (lb): 13,870
Operator Station Type: Cab (Standard)
Starter Type: Electric
Brake Type: Hydraulic Wet Disc
Hydraulic System Type: Closed Center PFC

Test Results

Nebraska Tractor Test Laboratory - Test Date: April 21 to May 1, 1997

Maximum Power and Fuel Consumption

Maximum Power: 249.38 HP (185.96 kW) at 1850 rpm
Fuel Consumption at Maximum Power: 13.22 Gal/hr (50.03 l/h) with a fuel efficiency of 0.372 lb/hp.hr (0.226 kg/kW.h)
Fuel Consumption at Rated Engine Speed (2100 rpm): 12.72 Gal/hr (48.14 l/h) with a fuel efficiency of 0.407 lb/hp.hr (0.247 kg/kW.h)

Drawbar Performance

Maximum Power in 7th Gear: 199.67 HP (148.90 kW) with a drawbar pull of 16,898 lbs (75.17 kN) and a speed of 4.43 mph (7.13 km/h)
Fuel Consumption at Maximum Power: 0.439 lb/hp.hr (0.267 kg/kW.h) with a fuel efficiency of 15.98 Hp.hr/gal (3.15 kW.h/l)

Torque and Engine Performance

Maximum Torque: 799 lb.-ft. (1083 Nm) at 1499 rpm
Torque Rise: 45.3% with a torque rise at 1700 engine rpm of 37%

Overall Efficiency

Fuel Efficiency at Standard PTO Speed (1000 rpm): 18.66 Hp.hr/gal (3.67 kW.h/l)
Fuel Consumption at Standard PTO Speed: 13.31 Gal/hr (50.37 l/h) at 1895 rpm

Additional Specifications

Unladen Tractor Mass: 33,548 lbs (15,217 kg)
Engine: John Deere Diesel, six-cylinder, turbocharged, 496 cu in (8132 ml) displacement
Transmission: 24-Speed PowrSync, also tested in 12-Speed configuration

Nebraska Tractor Test Lab. (1997). Test 1730: John Deere 9100 Powrsync Diesel 12 and 24-Speed. Lincoln, NE: Nebraska Tractor Test Laboratory. Retrieved from https://digitalcommons.unl.edu/tractormuseumlit/2038