John Deere 6030

The John Deere 6030 is a tractor produced by John Deere. It is equipped with a 531 ci 8.7 L engine. The rated power output is 175.99 hp 131.2 kW. Transmission: John Deere Syncro-Range. Operating weight: 18,180 lbs 8246 kg.

Overview

	1972 - 1977 Generation II SeriesRow-Crop tractor
1972 - 1977
Generation II Series
Row-Crop tractor

Production
Manufacturer	John Deere
Row-Crop tractor
Built in Waterloo, Iowa, USA
Total built	4,028
	3,983 turbo
	45 natural
Original price was $29,000 in 1977

John Deere 6030 Engine
John Deere 8.7L 6-cyl diesel
Engine details ...

John Deere 6030 Transmission
8-speed partially synchronized
Transmission details ...

John Deere 6030 Power
PTO (claimed)	175 hp (turbo) 130.5 kW
	141 hp (natural) 105.1 kW
Drawbar (tested)	148.70 hp 110.9 kW
PTO (tested)	175.99 hp 131.2 kW
Performance test details ...

Mechanical
Two-wheel drive
Differential lock	hydraulic-actuated
Power steering
Differential hydraulic wet disc brakes
Open operator station. Cab optional with air-conditioning available.

Capacity
Fuel	73 gal 276.3 L
Hydraulic system	16 gal 60.6 L

Hydraulics
Type	closed center
Capacity	16 gal 60.6 L
Valves	2
Pump flow	22 gpm 83.3 lpm

Tractor hitch
Rear Type	III/II
Rear lift	5910 lbs 2680 kg

Power Take-off (PTO)
Rear PTO	independent
Rear PTO Type	1000
Engine RPM	1000@2051

Dimensions & Tires
Wheelbase	104 inches 264 cm
Weight	18,180 lbs 8246 kg
Front tire	9.50-20
Rear tire	20.8-38
Full dimensions and tires ...

Electrical
Ground	negative
Charging system	alternator
Charging amps	55
	78 OptOptional
Batteries	2
Battery volts	6

References
The John Deere 20 Series New Generation Tractors by Benjamin Hain
Operator's Manual 6030 Tractor (OM-R55943)

Engine

Engine Detail — 531 ci / 8.7 L Diesel

Manufacturer	John Deere
Configuration	turbocharged intercooled diesel, 6-cylinder, liquid-cooled inline
Displacement	531 ci 8.7 L
Bore/Stroke	4.75x5.00 inches 121 x 127 mm
Air cleaner	dual paper elements with aspirator
Compression	15.4:1
Rated RPM	2100
Firing order	1-5-3-6-2-4
Starter volts	12
Oil capacity	26 qts 24.6 L
Coolant capacity	40 qts 37.9 L

John Deere 6030 Engine
Image courtesy of Luke Ulrich

Engine Detail — 531 ci / 8.7 L Diesel

Manufacturer	John Deere
Fuel Type	Diesel
Configuration	6-cylinder, liquid-cooled inline
The naturally-aspirated 531 was an optional engine on the John Deere 6030 offered during the 1973 model year. The naturally-aspirated engine was dropped due to poor sales.
Displacement	531 ci 8.7 L
Bore/Stroke	4.75x5.00 inches 121 x 127 mm
Compression	16.5:1
Rated RPM	2200
Firing order	1-5-3-6-2-4
Starter volts	12
Oil capacity	20 qts 18.9 L

Transmission

Transmission — John Deere Syncro-Range

Transmission	John Deere Syncro-Range
Type	partially synchronized
Gears	8 forward and 2 reverse
Clutch	dry disc

Dimensions

John Deere 6030 Tires
Ag front	9.50-20
Ag rear	20.8-38

Dimensions
Wheelbase	104 inches 264 cm
Length	172.3 inches 437 cm
Height (steering wheel)	82.4 inches 209 cm
Height (exhaust)	98.3 inches 249 cm
Operating weight	18,180 lbs 8246 kg

Tests

Nebraska Tractor Test 1100
Turbo diesel 8-speed 2WD May 23 - June 2, 1972 Link: Nebraska Tractor Test 1100 file
PTO performance
Power at rated engine speed	175.99 hp 131.2 kW
Fuel use	11.1 gal/hour 42.0 l/hour
Drawbar performance
Max power	148.70 hp 110.9 kW
Fuel use	11.0 gal/hour 41.6 l/hour
Gear 4 used for power test.
Max pull	15,303 lbs 6941 kg
Gear 2 used for pull test.