John Deere 6M 180 Specs ( 2024-Present )
Overview
The John Deere 6M 180 is a powerful utility tractor featuring a 6.8L 6-cylinder diesel engine that delivers a maximum gross power of 195.8 hp and 621 lb-ft of torque. Built in Germany, this model offers versatility through multiple transmission options, including the AutoPowr IVT, and a robust hydraulic system with a 30 gpm pump flow.
Ideal Applications
Heavy Lifting and Loading:
With a rear lift capacity of 10,132 lbs, a front lift capacity of 7,269 lbs, and support for a front-end loader attachment, this tractor is well-equipped for significant material handling tasks.
Row Crop and Field Operations:
The four-wheel drive system, planetary final drives, and independent 540/1000 rear PTO provide the necessary traction and power delivery for diverse agricultural implements.
High-Tech Utility Tasks:
Standard cab features including air-conditioning and JDLink connectivity, combined with electro-hydraulic differential locks and multiple transmission types, offer precision and comfort for long-duration farm work.
Production
| Description | Utility tractor / Built in Mannheim, Baden-Württemberg, Germany / Original price was $237,276 in 2025 |
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| Manufacturer | John Deere |
Engine
| Engine type | John Deere 6.8L 6-cyl diesel |
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| Exhaust fluid (DEF) | 6.2 gal (23.5 L) |
| Fuel tank | 85.9 gal (325.1 L) |
| Bore/Stroke | 4.19x5.00 inches (106 x 127 mm) |
| Description | John Deere PowerTech PVS / turbocharged diesel / 6-cylinder / liquid-cooled inline |
| Displacement | 414.2 ci (6.8 L) |
| Emissions | Tier IV |
| Maximum Power (gross) | 195.8 hp (146.0 kW) |
| Rated Power (gross) | 177 hp (132.0 kW) |
| Rated RPM | 2100 |
| Starter | electric |
| Starter volts | 12 |
| Torque | 621 lb-ft (842.1 Nm) |
| Torque RPM | 1600 |
| Engine (gross) | 177 hp (132.0 kW) |
| Engine (max) | 195.8 hp (146.0 kW) |
| PTO (claimed) | 140 hp (104.4 kW) |
Transmission
| Gears | 20 forward and reverse / 20 forward and reverse / 20 forward and reverse / infinite forward and reverse |
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| Transmission | PowerQuad Plus / AutoQuad Plus / CommandQuad Plus / AutoPowr IVT |
| Type | four-speed power shift / four-speed power shift / four-speed power shift / infinitely variable transmission |
| Description | infinitely variable transmission |
| Transmission type | 20-speed four-speed power shift |
| Description | infinitely variable transmission |
| Transmission type | 20-speed four-speed power shift |
Mechanical
| Cab | Cab standard with air-conditioning. JDLink |
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| Description | Power steering |
| Differential lock | electro-hydraulic |
| Drive type | Four-wheel drive |
| Final drives | planetary |
Hydraulics
| Mid valves | 2 to 4 |
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| Pump flow | 30 gpm (113.6 lpm) |
| Rear valves | 0 to 3 |
Hitch
| Front Hitch | IIIN |
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| Front lift | 7269 lbs (3297 kg) |
| Rear lift (at 24"/610mm) | 10132 lbs (4595 kg) |
| Rear Type | III/IIIN |
PTO
| Clutch | electro-hydraulic wet disc / electro-hydraulic wet disc |
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| Engine RPM | 540@1960 / 1000@1969 |
| Front PTO | independent OptOptional |
| Front PTO Type | 1000 (1.375) |
| Rear PTO | independent |
| Rear PTO Type | 540/1000 (1.375) |
Electrical
| Battery volts | 12 |
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| Charging amps | 125 |
| Charging system | alternator |
| Ground | negative |
Dimensions & Tires
| Clearance (front axle) | 21.4 inches (54 cm) |
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| Height | 120.5 inches (306 cm) |
| Length | 196.2 inches (498 cm) |
| Shipping weight | 18739 lbs (8500 kg) |
| Weight | 19180 lbs (8700 kg) |
| Wheelbase | 110.2 inches (279 cm) |
| Width | 100.3 inches (254 cm) |
| Front tire | 420/85R30 |
| Rear tire | 480/80R46 |
| Weight | 18739 to 19180 pounds |
| Wheelbase | 110.2 inches (279 cm) |
| Standard tires (ag) | Front: 420/85R30. Rear: 480/80R46 |
John Deere 6M 180 attachments
| Description | front-end loader |
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References
| Description | 6M Tractors published in 2024, by John Deere |
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