John Deere 6M 185: all source data
All 68 values recorded for this model, as the source lists them and in its units. The spec sheet shows the same data checked, typed and converted.
Overview
Production| Manufacturer | John Deere |
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| (no label) | Utility tractor |
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| (no label) | Built in Mannheim, Baden-Württemberg, Germany |
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| (no label) | Original price was CAD$344,930 in 2025 |
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Engine| (no label) | John Deere 6.8L 6-cyl diesel |
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| Fuel tank | 75.3 gal | 285.0 L |
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| Exhaust fluid (DEF) | 6.2 gal | 23.5 L |
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Transmission| (no label) | infinitely variable transmission |
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Power| Engine (gross) | 182.4 hp | 136.0 kW |
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| Engine (max) | 201.1 hp | 150.0 kW |
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| PTO (claimed) | 146 hp | 108.9 kW |
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Mechanical| (no label) | Four-wheel drive |
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| Final drives | planetary |
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| Differential lock | electro-hydraulic |
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| (no label) | Power steering |
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| (no label) | Cab standard with air-conditioning. JDLink |
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Hydraulics| Rear valves | 0 to 3 |
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| Mid valves | 2 to 4 |
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| Pump flow | 30 gpm | 113.6 lpm |
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| Pump flow | 41 gpm | 155.2 lpm |
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Hitch| Rear Type | III/IIIN |
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| Rear lift (at 24"/610mm) | 7709 lbs | 3496 kg |
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| Rear lift (at 24"/610mm) | 8700 lbs | 3946 kg |
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| Front Hitch | IIIN |
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| Front lift | 7269 lbs | 3297 kg |
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Pto| Rear PTO | independent |
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| Clutch | electro-hydraulic wet disc |
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| Rear PTO Type | 540/1000 (1.375) |
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| Engine RPM | 540@1997 |
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| Engine RPM | 1000@2010 |
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| Front PTO | independent |
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| Clutch | electro-hydraulic wet disc |
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| Front PTO Type | 1000 (1.375) |
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| Engine RPM | 1000@1969 |
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Dimensions| Wheelbase | 108.8 inches | 276 cm |
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| Weight | 17196 to 17637 pounds |
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| Front tire | 420/85R28 |
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| Rear tire | 480/80R42 |
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Electrical| Ground | negative |
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| Charging system | alternator |
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| Charging amps | 125 |
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| Charging amps | 250 |
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| Battery volts | 12 |
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Engine
Engine detail| (no label) | John Deere PowerTech PVS |
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| (no label) | turbocharged diesel |
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| (no label) | 6-cylinder |
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| (no label) | liquid-cooled inline |
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| Displacement | 414.2 ci | 6.8 L |
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| Bore/Stroke | 4.19x5.00 inches | 106 x 127 mm |
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| Emissions | Tier IV |
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| Rated Power (gross) | 182.4 hp | 136.0 kW |
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| Maximum Power (gross) | 201.1 hp | 150.0 kW |
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| Rated RPM | 2100 |
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| Torque | 638 lb-ft | 865.1 Nm |
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| Torque RPM | 1600 |
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| Starter | electric |
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| Starter volts | 12 |
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Transmission
Transmission| Transmission | AutoPowr IVT |
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| Type | infinitely variable transmission |
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| Gears | infinite forward and reverse |
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Dimensions
Tires| Standard tires (ag) | Front: 420/85R28. Rear: 480/80R42 |
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Dimensions| Wheelbase | 108.8 inches | 276 cm |
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| Length | 186.3 inches | 473 cm |
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| Width | 100.3 inches | 254 cm |
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| Height | 117.3 inches | 297 cm |
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| Weight | 17637 lbs | 8000 kg |
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| Shipping weight | 17196 lbs | 7800 kg |
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| Clearance (front axle) | 21.1 inches | 53 cm |
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