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John Deere 3150

The John Deere 3150 is a tractor produced by John Deere. It is equipped with a 359 ci 5.9 L engine. The listed engine power is 96.06 hp 71.6 kW. Transmission: Top Shaft Synchronized Hi-Lo (TSS). Operating weight: 11770 lbs 5338 kg.

Engine Power
96.06 hp 71.6 kW
Fuel & Capacities
35.4 gal 134.0 L
Transmission
Top Shaft Synchronized Hi-Lo (TSS)
Operating Weight
11770 lbs (4WD cab) 5338 kg

Overview

John Deere 3150 tractor photo
1985 - 1987 Utility tractor
Production
Manufacturer
John Deere
Utility tractor
Built in Mannheim, Baden-Württemberg, Germany
Original price was $44,000 in 1987
The John Deere 3150 was the first Deere tractor to feature mechanical front-wheel drive as standard equipment.
John Deere 3150 Engine
John Deere 5.9L 6-cyl diesel
Engine details ...
John Deere 3150 Transmission
16-speed two-speed power shift
Transmission details ...
John Deere 3150 Power
Drawbar (claimed)
83 hp 61.9 kW
PTO (claimed)
95 hp 70.8 kW
Drawbar (tested)
81.92 hp 61.1 kW
PTO (tested)
96.06 hp 71.6 kW
Performance test details ...
Mechanical
Four-wheel drive
Power steering
Hydraulic wet disc brakes
Cab optional.
Capacity
Fuel
35.4 gal 134.0 L
Hydraulic system
12.4 gal 46.9 L
Hydraulics
Type
closed center
Capacity
12.4 gal 46.9 L
Valves
2
Pump flow
22 gpm 83.3 lpm
Tractor hitch
Rear Type
II
Rear lift
6300 lbs 2857 kg
Power Take-off (PTO)
Rear PTO
independent
Rear PTO Type
540/1000
Engine RPM
540@2400
1000@2400
Dimensions & Tires
Wheelbase
101.7 inches 258 cm
Weight
11770 lbs 5338 kg
Front tire
13.6-28
Rear tire
18.4-38
Full dimensions and tires ...
Electrical
Ground
negative
Charging system
alternator
Charging amps
55
Batteries
2
Battery CCA
610
Battery volts
12
References
3150 references literature
40 to 100 HP Tractors Product Information Handbook published in 1987, by John Deere

Engine

Engine Detail — 359 ci / 5.9 L Diesel

Manufacturer
John Deere
Fuel Type
Diesel
Configuration
6-cylinder, liquid-cooled
Displacement
359 ci 5.9 L
Bore/Stroke
4.19x4.33 inches 106 x 110 mm
Air cleaner
paper elements
Compression
17.8:1
Rated RPM
2400
Starter volts
12
Coolant capacity
18 qts 17.0 L

Transmission

Transmission — Top Shaft Synchronized Hi-Lo (TSS)

Transmission
Top Shaft Synchronized Hi-Lo (TSS)
Type
two-speed power shift
Gears
16 forward and 8 reverse
Four gears in two ranges, plus reverse range, with two-speed power shift.
With 18.4-38 rear tires.
3150 Top Shaft Synchronized (TSS) Hi-Lo two-speed power shift speeds

Dimensions

John Deere 3150 Tires
Ag front
13.6-28
Ag rear
18.4-38
Dimensions
Wheelbase
101.7 inches 258 cm
Operating weight
11770 lbs (4WD cab) 5338 kg
Ballasted weight
12300 lbs 5579 kg
Front tread
66.9 to 82.7 inches 169 to 210 cm
Rear tread
62.2 to 94.9 inches 157 to 241 cm

Tests

Nebraska Tractor Test 1589
Diesel 16-speed 4WD April 1 - 14, 1986 Link: Nebraska Tractor Test 1589 file
PTO performance
Power at rated engine speed
96.06 hp 71.6 kW
Fuel use
5.8 gal/hour 22.0 l/hour
Drawbar performance
Max power
81.92 hp 61.1 kW
Fuel use
5.8 gal/hour 22.0 l/hour
Gear 5L used for power test.
Max pull
10,507 lbs 4765 kg
Gear 2H used for pull test.

Recommended Implements & Sizing Guide

Engineering recommendations for John Deere 3150 based on its 96.06 HP power envelope and ASAE agricultural standards.

Implement & OperationRecommended SizeWorkload RatingEngineering Notes
Moldboard PlowPrimary Tillage
4 to 5 Bottom (16-18")4 - 5 铧 (40-45 cm)Heavy DutyHeavy primary tillage; semi-mounted hitch recommended.
Rotary Cutter / MowerMowing & Clearing
10 to 12 ft Flex-Wing3.0 - 3.6 m 折叠双翼Heavy DutyWide swath pasture and crop residue shredding.
Rotary TillerSeedbed Prep
78 to 84 in200 - 215 cmHeavy DutyHeavy commercial tiller with multi-speed gearbox.
Disc HarrowSecondary Tillage
10 to 14 ft Tandem / Offset3.0 - 4.2 m 重型交错耙Heavy DutyAggressive residue cutting in corn/cotton stubble.
Hay BalerHay & Forage
5x6 Round Baler or 3x3 Mid Square1.5x1.8 m 大圆捆或中型方捆机Heavy DutyHigh density baling; requires minimum 85 PTO HP.
Sizing & Soil Condition NoteActual implement sizing varies depending on local soil conditions (heavy clay vs sandy loam), field slope, and operating speed. Heavy tillage implements may require front ballast weights and wheel weights.

Fluids, Capacities & Working Autonomy

Standard fluid requirements, service intervals, and continuous runtime estimates for John Deere 3150.

Estimated Continuous Field Runtime: 7.1 hrs

Approximately 7.1 hours of continuous field operation at ~75% rated power on a full tank (35.4 gal / 134 L).

Estimated 75% Load Fuel Burn~5 gal/hr (18.9 L/hr)

Engine Crankcase Oil

SAE 15W-40 (Heavy Duty Diesel)
Standard Spec: API CK-4 / CJ-4 Heavy Duty
Service Interval: 150 – 250 Hours

Transmission & Hydraulic System

UTTO (Universal Tractor Transmission Oil)
Standard Spec: ISO VG 46 / 68 (Wet Brake & Trans Compatible)
Service Interval: 600 – 1000 Hours

Engine Cooling System

50/50 Ethylene Glycol Pre-mix
Standard Spec: ASTM D6210 / Heavy-Duty OAT Antifreeze
Service Interval: 2 Years / 1500 Hours

John Deere 3150 Specification Unit Converter

Convert power, fluid capacities, and operating weights between metric and imperial standards for John Deere 3150.

Converted Equivalents:

Horsepower (HP)96.1 hp
Kilowatts (kW)71.6 kW
Metric Horsepower (PS / CV)97.4 PS

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