6120M Utility Tractor John Deere
PowrQuad™ PLUS and AutoQuad™ PLUS transmissions
OVERVIEW
Code |
Description |
Available for |
Information |
1424 |
PowrQuad - 16/16, 30 km/h (18.6 mph) |
Open operator station (OOS) |
Includes mechanical left-hand reverser |
1426 |
PowrQuad - 24/24, 40 km/h (24.9 mph) |
OOS 6110M, 6120M, 6130M, 6135M, 6145M |
Includes mechanical left-hand reverser |
1432 |
PowrQuad - 16/16, 30 km/h, with creeper (18.6 mph) |
OOS |
Includes mechanical left-hand reverser |
1434 |
PowrQuad - 24/24, 40 km/h, with creeper (24.9 mph) |
OOS 6110M, 6120M, 6130M, 6135M, 6145M |
Includes mechanical left-hand reverser |
1435 |
PowrQuad Plus - 20/20, 40 km/h (24.9 mph) |
6155M, 6175M, 6195M |
Includes electrical left-hand reverser |
1436 |
PowrQuad Plus - 24/24, 40 km/h (24.9 mph) |
6110M, 6120M, 6130M, 6135M, 6145M |
Includes electrical left-hand reverser |
1437 |
PowrQuad Plus - 16/16, 30 km/h (18.6 mph) |
All models |
Includes electrical left-hand reverser
Not on 6155M, 6175M, 6195M |
1439 |
PowrQuad Plus - 20/20, 40 km/h (24.9 mph), with creeper |
6155M |
Includes electrical left-hand reverser |
1440 |
PowrQuad Plus - 24/24, 40 km/h (24.9 mph), with creeper |
6110M, 6120M, 6130M, 6135M, 6145M |
Includes electrical left-hand reverser |
1441 |
PowrQuad Plus - 16/16, 30 km/h, with creeper (18.6 mph) |
6110M, 6120M, 6130M, 6135M, 6145M, 6155M |
Includes electrical left-hand reverser |
1445 |
PowrQuad - 20/20, 40 km/h (24.9 mph) |
OOS 6155M |
Includes mechanical left-hand reverser |
1446 |
PowrQuad -20/20, 40 km/h (24.9 mph), with creeper |
OOS 6155M |
Includes mechanical left-hand reverser |
1453 |
AutoQuad Plus - 20/20, 40 km/h (24.9 mph) |
6155M, 6175M, 6195M |
Includes electrical left-hand reverser |
1454 |
AutoQuad Plus - 24/24, 40 km/h (23.6 mph) |
6110M, 6120M, 6130M, 6135M, 6145M |
Includes electrical left-hand reverser |
1457 |
AutoQuad Plus - 20/20, 40 km/h (24.9 mph), with creeper |
6155M |
Includes electrical left-hand reverser |
1458 |
AutoQuad Plus - 24/24, 40 km/h (24.9 mph), with creeper |
6110M, 6120M, 6130M, 6135M, 6145M |
Includes electrical left-hand reverser |
MODULAR CONCEPT

Modular transmission
- Differential housing
- Range module
- Option box
- PowrQuad module
- Mechanical front-wheel drive (MFWD) clutch module
- Power take-off (PTO) module
Benefits
- Reliability
- High efficiency
- Low noise levels
- Convenient operation
- Long service intervals
Details
- The PowrQuad PLUS and AutoQuad PLUS family with four PowerShift gears combines technology with well-proven design features.
- Pressure lubrication that is filtered and cooled under all conditions ensures a long service life. Long life design for all clutch and brake components.
- The de-clutch button is included on cab configurations.
- The engine speed reduction can go down to 1880 rpm, depending on tractor model and tires.
Synchronized range module
Overview
Fully synchronized range modules with high contact helical gears provide large-tooth contact for greater torque transmission capability and quieter operation. A park lock is integrated as standard.
Creeper module option
For the 6110M-6135M the slowest gear is down to 0.25 km/h (0.15 mph) at 1000 engine rpm.
For the 6145M-6155M the slowest gear is down to 0.15 km/h (0.09 mph) at 1000 engine rpm.
POWRQUAD PLUS OR AUTOQUAD PLUS MODULE

PowerQuad Plus transmission
Speed control
Overview

Gear shifting on transmission lever
Benefits
- Ergonomic and ideal position of the range lever for the operator
- Diagonal shifting possible with automatic centralizing of the range lever making shifting between ranges easier
- Park lock engagement integrated
- Button for automatic PowerShift on AutoQuad transmissions
- Declutch button integrated in the range lever on cab configurations
- Two push buttons on the top of the lever for changing PowerShift gear on cab configurations
- PowerShift gears switch beside the hitch control for simultaneous working on cab configurations
Transmission declutch button
Overview
The transmission declutch button feature is base equipment on AutoQuad PLUS and PowrQuad PLUS transmissions on 6M Cab Tractors. This gives the operator convenient range shifting and increases comfort in all operations.

Declutch button
Benefits
- Enabling shift ranges on the go without pressing the clutch pedal
- Useful in start stop situations
Left-hand reverser
Overview
The left-hand reverser with the neutral position is located in an ergonomic position to the left of the steering wheel. This allows quick, convenient, and smooth forward reverse shuttle shift at any speed. The forward, reverse, and neutral positions are also displayed on the dashboard.

Left-hand reverser
Benefits
- Clutchless movements from forward to reverse
- Highly convenient on front loader work
FieldCruise™ engine controls
Overview
With FieldCruise, the operator limits the engine rpm to a minimum of 1200 rpm engine speed and a maximum of 2100 rpm engine speed.
Benefits
- The operator does not have to make small adjustments to the hand throttle when pushed to maximum the rpm stops at the FieldCruise setting
AutoQuad transmissions — button on the speed lever
Overview
The AutoQuad button is included in the lever to activate automatic shifting of the four PowerShift gears. The engine rpm at which the automatic power shifting shifts up or down can be infinitely set within a range to improve productivity in all load conditions.

Auto mode activation button
Benefits
- Automatically shift between PowerShift gears within the range
PowerTech™ PVS/PSS Stage IV engine
OVERVIEW
John Deere 6M Series Tractors feature the reliable and proven PowerTech PVS 6.8L and PSS 4.5L and 6.8L engines. These air-to-air aspirated engines deliver a power bulge above rated power to provide excellent torque in demanding applications.
Key features:
- Series turbochargers (PSS only)
- Variable geometry turbocharger (VGT)
- Air-to-air after cooling
- High-pressure common rail (HPCR) fuel system
- Engine control unit (ECU)
PowerTech PSS/PVS engine identification
|
After treatment
- S – Exhaust filter and selective catalytic reduction (SCR)
- X – Exhaust filter
|
Turbocharger
- V – VGT
- S – Series turbochargers
- W – Wastegate turbocharger
|
Technology
- P – PowerTech Plus
- E – PowerTech E
|

PowerTech PSS 6.8L engine
Benefits
- A constant power range of 2100 rpm down to 1500 rpm
- Power bulge of 10 percent
- Greater tractor productivity
- Responsive power reducing the need to downshift the transmission
Details
To match the engine power characteristics and improve the operation economy of the machine, the rated engine speed is 2100 rpm.
Series turbochargers
Overview
The PowerTech PSS 4.5L and 6.8L engines utilize two turbochargers – a VGT and a fixed geometry turbocharger. This provides the torque rise and engine response needed to meet varying load conditions.
Fresh air is first drawn into the low-pressure fixed geometry turbocharger and compressed to a higher pressure. The compressed, higher pressure air is then drawn into the high-pressure VGT where the air is further compressed. By splitting the work between two turbochargers, both can operate at peak efficiency and at slower rotating speeds.

PowerTech PSS engine series turbochargers
Benefits
- Deliver high-power density
- More low-speed torque and responsiveness to meet varying load conditions
VGT
Overview
The VGT is electronically controlled and actuates the turbo vanes as required to maintain peak engine performance. PowerTech PVS 6.8L engines only have a VGT turbocharger.
The turbocharger’s vanes are in the exhaust flow. The opening or closing of the vanes changes the outlet volume and airflow speed against the turbocharger turbine. When exhaust flow is low, the vanes are partially closed. This partial closure increases the pressure against the turbine blades to make the turbocharger spin faster and generate more boost pressure.
The ability to keep the airflow at optimum levels provides more consistent engine boost pressure and the ability to respond to load quickly across the entire engine rpm range. This system is without the turbo lag that can be found on some engines.

PowerTech VGT
Benefits
- Increased low rpm torque
- Quicker response to load
- Increased peak torque
- Improved fluid economy
- Improved performance at high altitudes
Air-to-air after cooling
Overview
Air-to-air after cooling lowers the intake manifold air temperature and provides more efficient cooling while reducing cylinder firing pressure and temperatures for greater engine reliability. Since lower temperature air is denser, a higher volume of air flows into cylinders so the engine is capable of meeting the increasing horsepower demands. Lowering the intake manifold and cylinder temperatures also aids in lowering the combustion temperature, which lowers the NOx produced as a result.
Benefits
- Higher horsepower
- Less NOx production
HPCR fuel injection system
Overview
Every PowerTech PSS 4.5L and 6.8L engine utilizes a HPCR fuel system to efficiently supply fuel to injectors. The high-pressure fuel pump instantly responds to requirements for more or less fuel flow or pressure. This electronically controlled, high-pressure pump delivers pressure on demand according to the application requirements. Pressure on demand ensures an efficient injection system resulting in high-injection pressure independent of engine speed.

High-pressure common rail
Benefits
- Instantly respond to load changes reducing the need to change gears
- Improved fluid economy
Engine control unit (ECU)
Overview
The ECU uses signal inputs from sensors and pre-programmed performance modeling to control critical engine functions such as fuel quantity, injection timing, air-to-fuel ratio, multiple fuel injections, amount of cooled exhaust gas recirculation (EGR), and a host of other control parameters.

ECU
Benefits
- Optimized fluid economy
- Maximum engine performance
Details
Each injector is controlled individually by the ECU. The ECU turns the injector on and off during each firing cycle to control the fuel delivery into each cylinder.
Load and speed sensing allows each cylinder’s fuel delivery rate to be adjusted independently at the individual injector. With each injection cycle, the ECU can make the following adjustments on the go:
- Number of injections
- Fuel pressure in the common rail
- Start of injection
- Duration of injection
This management system is connected to the transmission, allowing the engine and transmission to respond simultaneously.
Cold weather and high-altitude compensation are also precisely controlled for quality starts regardless of weather and maximum performance at high elevations. The ECU also features improved diagnostic capabilities. It is faster, has more working memory, and is responsible for monitoring and executing all aspects of the integrated emission control system.
Cab packages and accessories
OVERVIEW:
The 6M cabs are designed with functionality and operator comfort in mind. While in the cab, the operator will experience various features that will make the operator’s task easier.
Benefits:
Four different cab packages, including a low-profile cab, are offered on the 6Ms to match the operator’s needs. Protection from elements such as wind, dust, sun, rain, or hot and cold temperatures improves an operator’s efficiency and productivity which leads to greater performance.
Details:
The four cab packages are broken down in the table below.
Cab packages with codes below |
Basic
|
Economy
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Standard
|
Low profile
|
Code |
Description |
2071
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2072
|
2073
|
2074
|
Base |
All cabs include: right-hand steps, front windshield wiper and washer, tilt/telescopic steering column, right-hand operational controls, floor mat, hand and foot throttle control and overhead reading light
NOTE: Low-profile cab will not include a right-hand step or right-hand door. |
X
|
X
|
X
|
X
|
8224 |
7-pin signal interface socket |
X
|
X
|
X
|
X
|
8230 |
Inner rearview mirror |
X
|
X
|
X
|
X
|
8240 |
Power outlet socket |
X
|
X
|
X
|
X
|
8446 |
Right-hand and left-hand remote hitch controls |
X
|
X
|
X
|
|
8206 |
Air conditioning |
X
|
X
|
X
|
|
8762 |
No handbrake |
X
|
X
|
X
|
X
|
8434 |
Swinging drawbar with hammerstrap
|
X
|
X
|
X
|
X
|
8746 |
154ah battery |
X
|
X
|
X
|
X
|
2109 |
Mechanical suspension seat |
X
|
|
|
|
2510 |
Mirrors standard left hand and right hand |
X
|
X
|
X
|
|
2631 |
Panorama windshield |
X
|
X
|
X
|
|
8280 |
Rear windshield wiper and washer |
|
X
|
X
|
|
878S |
Cup holder |
|
X
|
X
|
|
8276 |
Sun visor |
|
X
|
|
|
2127 |
Air suspension seat |
|
X
|
X
|
X
|
2511 |
Mirrors manually adjustable and telescopic |
|
X
|
X
|
|
8276 |
Front and rear roller blind |
|
|
X
|
|
8254 |
Instructor seat |
|
|
X
|
|
8266 |
Additional storage compartment |
|
|
X
|
|
878R |
Bottle holder |
|
|
X
|
|
8217 |
iTEC™ Basic guidance application |
|
|
X
|
|
8330 |
Horizontal exhaust |
|
|
|
X
|
Additional factory-installed options include:
8261 |
Ash tray with cigarette lighter |
878T |
Glass roof hatch |
878J |
Vandal protection package* |
878H |
Multi power outlet strip |
8782 |
Back-up alarm |
2663 |
Radio |
* Vandal protection package – includes lockable fuel cap, lockable transmission oil fill, and lockable hood
Pressure-and-flow compensated (PFC) hydraulic system
OVERVIEW

6M PFC hydraulic system
The 6M Series Tractors feature the proven PFC hydraulic system with variable pressure up to 200 bar (2900 psi).
The following hydraulic equipment is available for 6M Series Tractors:
|
Hydraulic pumps |
Selective control valves (SCV), rear |
Mid-SCVs |
Function |
Oil pump, L/min (gal./min) |
Control rear implements |
Control front implements/loader |
Feature |
- PFC piston pumps or PC gear pumps
- Additional oil reservoir
- Three pumps available:
- 80 L/min (21.1 gal./min) 35 ccm
- 114 L/min (30.1 gal./min) 45 ccm
|
- Up to three SCVs - mechanical (M)
- Premium couplers
- Power beyond
- Mechanical joystick
|
- Up to three SCVs available:
- Two functional SCVs
- Three functional SCVs
- Mechanical joystick
|
Option availability |
Code |
Description |
Information |
6110M |
6120M |
6130M |
6135M |
6145M |
6155M |
6175M |
6195M |
3231 |
Hydraulic pump- 65 L/min
(17.17 gal./min) |
28 ccm pump, PC system |
Only available for all open operator station (OOS) models
|
3232 |
Hydraulic pump- 80 L/min
(21.1 gal./min) |
35 ccm pump, PC system |
X
|
X
|
X
|
X
|
X
|
-
|
-
|
-
|
3223 |
Hydraulic pump- 114 L/min
(30.1 gal./min) |
45 ccm pump, PFC system |
X
|
X
|
X
|
X
|
X
|
X
|
X
|
X
|
Benefits
- Fast system response times
- Minimum energy losses, as pump returns to no output state when hydraulic flow is not needed
- Contributes to overall efficiency of the tractor
Advantages of this system:
- Reduced load on engine
- Improved fuel efficiency
- Enhanced oil cooling
- Reduced internal leakage
- Reduced hydraulic noise levels
- Less strain on hoses and seals
Pressure for the entire system is established by the function requiring the highest pressure. As demand lessens, so does hydraulic pump pressure and engine power requirements.
Other hydraulic system advantages include:
- Mechanical controlled valves
- Hydraulic steering for effortless operation
- Hydraulic wet-disc brakes that provide excellent brake performance
- 3-point hitch with increased lift capacity that can handle even the heaviest implements
High-capacity hydraulic pump
The hydraulic pump is located close to the hitch valve and selective control valves (SCVs), allowing:
- Fewer and shorter lines
- Quick system response times
- Minimized energy losses
For 6150M and 6170M, the 114-L/min (30.1-gpm) pump is base equipment.
Essential services have priority
The priority valve ensures, even at low idle engine speed, full power to the essential services like:
Hydraulic and transmission systems are functionally separate; however, both systems utilize a common reservoir for easy serviceability.
Details
- 35 ccm pump (80 L/min) is base equipment for 6110M-6145M.
- 35 ccm pump (80 L/min) is not available for 6155M-6195M models.
- 45 ccm pump (114 L/min) is available for all models (including OOS) and base equipment for 6155M-6195M.
- The 45 ccm pump is required with cold start package II (code 8301).
Oil take-out capacity with/without additional tank
Overview
|
6110M – 6145M
|
6155M – 6195M
|
Base hydraulic tank capacity, L (gal.) |
25 (6.6) |
35 (9.2) |
Total take out capacity with additional tank, L (gal.) |
37 (9.8) |
47 (12.4) |
ISOBUS and tractor-baler automation offer new baling experience
TRACTOR-BALER AUTOMATION SIMPLIFIES BALING EXPERIENCE

A single manual action; system manages the rest

TBA awards
The optional Tractor-Baler Automation (TBA) makes baling easy. This exclusive system manages most of the baling process and gives the customer the following advantages:
- High baling comfort a single action to bale instead of four.
- Error proof baling - even after 10 working hours, the system does not forget any action; a true advantage for an inexperienced driver.
- Constant bale quality - same diameter bale after bale
- Constant productivity - no reduced efficiency due to operators fatigue.
When used with a John Deere ISOBUS tractor, electric selective control valve (E-SCV), and (IVT™) transmission, the system will be able to:
- Stop the tractor when bale size is reached
- Wrap the bale
- Open the gate
- Close the gate when bale is unloaded
The only action remaining is to forward reverser and manage the steering.
If the John Deere tractor is not equipped with IVT but has E-SCV and ISOBUS, opening and closing can be automated.
A single touch on SCV, brakes, or reverser will disengage the automation. In the same way, automated open/close can be momentarily stopped when unloading in hilly conditions.
Tractor-Implement Automation is an exclusive green on green advantage. This advanced technology option has won awards at SIMA and Agritechnica farm equipment show in Europe, a true cost/value guarantee.
NOTE: to run through fully automated mode, a John Deere Isobus tractor with E-SCV and IVT is required. A baler activation key and a tractor activation key (different) have to be ordered.
ISOBUS CERTIFIED BALERS

Plug in and bale with ISOBUS

ISOBUS certified = compatibility guarantee
The 990 and 960 Balers offer ISOBUS compatibility as base equipment. This standardized communication not only allows the use of John Deere Greenstar2 1800, 2600, or 2630 Displays, but also the use of other ISOBUS conform competitive monitors.
Adapter harnesses for non-ISOBUS tractors are available.
USER FRIENDLY INTERFACE

Main page with simple and clear pictograms

Bale or soft core density adjustments
The Baler interface displays information that is needed. The 900 Series monitors provide all required information:
- Bale shape and diameter
- Drop floor and knives position
- Variable core activation
- Tying process status
- Gate position
- Maintenance status
Adjustments can also be managed from the operators station:
- Bale size and density
- Variable core diameter and density
- Net and twine tying parameters
- Knife selection
- Automated lubrication
- Tractor-Baler Automation status
- Bale counter resets
ALL ISOBUS DISPLAY WILL FIT THE 900 SERIES

GreenStar3 2630 fits the most demanding user needs
The 960 and 990 Balers can be ordered without a monitor for customers who already have an ISOBUS display, or for those who search more advanced application (field management). Displays other than John Deere Greenstar2 1800 can be purchased through Ag Management Solutions (AMS) pages.
GREENSTAR™2 1800 HAS THE IDEAL DISPLAY FOR BALING APPLICATION

Greenstar2 1800 Display ordered with the baler
The 900 Series Balers can be teamed with all ISOBUS certified displays. The Greenstar2 1800 monitor can be ordered with the baler to match traditional baling requirements. When not baling this display can be used for other functions such as guidance and spraying applications when connected to an appropriate receiver and implement.
Full-frame design provides superior support
OVERVIEW
The strong steel frame has been a John Deere industry exclusive since 1992, providing profound advantages over competitor solutions.

Loader bracket attached to full-frame design

Full-frame design
Below is a table demonstrating the available wheelbase measurements for all 6M models (mm/in.).
|
Final Tier 4 (FT4) cab and OOS models
|
Models |
6110M – 6130M
|
6145M – 6155M
|
6175M – 6195M
|
Wheelbase, mm |
2580
|
2765
|
2800
|
Wheelbase, in. |
101.6
|
108.9
|
110.3
|
BENEFITS
- This unique solution achieves higher payloads without increasing tractor weight, thus increasing productivity.
- The engine is separated from the full-frame design using rubber bushings. This method reduces the noise and vibration from the engine, ultimately improving tractor uptime and operator comfort.
- Full frame carries the load while the powertrain transmits engine power to the final drive. This reduces stress on mechanical components thus improving uptime and reducing costs of operation.
- Higher power density is delivered by separating the load carrying components from the power transmitting components, allowing optimized designs and operator performance.
- Loader brackets mounted directly to the full frame, therefore loader forces are not transmitted to the engine or transmission.
Improved serviceability
- Frame mounting allows easier component accessibility without disturbing other systems.
- Complete modular component replacement, such as transmission and engine is achieved without splitting the tractor in half.