John Deere 6100D

The John Deere 6100D is a tractor produced by John Deere. It is equipped with a 276 ci 4.5 L engine. The listed engine power is Diesel (gross): 98.9 hp / 73.7 kW. Transmission: John Deere Top Shaft Syncronized (TSS). Drive type: 4x2 2WD. Operating weight: 7275 to 9170 pounds.

Engine Power
Diesel (gross): 98.9 hp / 73.7 kW
Drive & Traction
4x2 2WD
Fuel & Capacities
41.7 gal 157.8 L
Transmission
John Deere Top Shaft Syncronized (TSS)
Operating Weight
7275 to 9170 pounds

Overview

John Deere 6100D tractor photo
2008 - 2012 6D SeriesUtility tractor 6D Series Utility tractor
Production
Manufacturer
John Deere
Utility tractor
Built in Saltillo, Mexico
Original price
$45,299 (2011)
John Deere 6100D Engine
John Deere 4.5L 4-cyl diesel
Engine details ...
John Deere 6100D Power
Engine (gross)
98.9 hp 73.7 kW
PTO (claimed)
82 hp 61.1 kW
Drawbar (tested)
74.66 hp 55.7 kW
PTO (tested)
90.10 hp 67.2 kW
Performance test details ...
Mechanical
Drive
4x2 2WD
4x4 MFWD 4WD (optional)
Steering
hydrostatic power
Differential mechanical wet disc brakes
Folding 2-post ROPS or cab with heat and A/C
Capacity
Fuel
41.7 gal 157.8 L
Hydraulic system
15.3 gal 57.9 L
Front axle
6.9 qts 6.5 L
Front hubs
2.1 qts (each) 2.0 L
Hydraulics
Type
open center
Capacity
15.3 gal 57.9 L
Pressure
2830 psi 195.1 bar
Valves
2 to 3
Pump flow
17.6 gpm 66.6 lpm
Steering flow
6.9 gpm 26.1 lpm
Tractor hitch
Rear Type
II
Control
mechanical lower link
Rear lift (at 24"/610mm)
6,800 lbs 3084 kg
Power Take-off (PTO)
Rear PTO
independent
Clutch
dry disc
Rear PTO Type
540/1000 (1.375)
Engine RPM
540@2100
1000@2100
Dimensions & Tires
Wheelbase
92.5 inches 234 cm
Weight
7275 to 9170 pounds
Front tire
10.00-16
Rear tire
18.4-34 (2WD)
Full dimensions and tires ...
Electrical
Ground
negative
Charging system
alternator
Charging amps
70 (ROPS)
90 (cab)
Battery CCA
925
Battery volts
12
Battery AH
180
Battery Group
31
References
6100D references literature
All-New 6D Series Tractors published in 2008, by John Deere

Engine

Engine Detail — 276 ci / 4.5 L Diesel

Manufacturer
John Deere 4045T PowerTech
Configuration
turbocharged diesel, 4-cylinder 8-valve, liquid-cooled
Displacement
276 ci 4.5 L
Bore/Stroke
4.20x5.00 inches 107 x 127 mm
Emissions
Tier 1
Rated Power (gross)
98.9 hp 73.7 kW
Fuel system
rotary mechanical injection
Air cleaner
two paper elements
Compression
17:1
Rated RPM
2100
Idle RPM
850-2275
Torque
274 lb-ft 371.5 Nm
Torque RPM
1400
Firing order
1-3-4-2
Starter volts
12
Coolant capacity
17.4 qts 16.5 L
Intake valve clearance
0.014 inches 0.356 mm
Exhaust valve clearance
0.018 inches 0.457 mm
Oil capacity
15.85 qts 15.0 L
Oil change
250 h
500 h (JD TorqGARD oil)

Transmission

Transmission options
9-speed partially synchronized with power shuttle
9-speed partially synchronzied

Transmission — John Deere PowrReverser

Transmission
John Deere PowrReverser
Type
partially synchronized with power shuttle
Gears
9 forward and reverse
Clutch
hydraulic wet disc
Oil capacity
61.2 qts 57.9 L
Three gears (1-3) in each of three ranges (A-C) plus left-hand reverser. Forward/reverse powershift. Synchronized shift between gears with clutch. Shifts between ranges are unsynchronized: the tractor must be stopped and clutch used to shift range.
With 18.4-34 rear tires.
6100D PowrReverser partially synchronized with power shuttle speeds

Transmission — John Deere Top Shaft Syncronized (TSS)

Transmission
John Deere Top Shaft Syncronized (TSS)
Type
partially synchronzied
Gears
9 forward and 3 reverse
Clutch
dry disc
Oil capacity
61.2 qts 57.9 L
Three gears (1-3) plus reverse (R) in each of three ranges (A-C). Shifts between gears, including to reverse, are synchronized using the clutch. Shifts between ranges are not synchronized, the operator must stop the tractor and use the clutch.
With 18.4-34 rear tires.
6100D Top Shaft Syncronized (TSS) partially synchronzied speeds

Dimensions

John Deere 6100D Tires
Standard tires (ag)
Front: 10.00-16. Rear: 18.4-34 (2WD)
Front: 13.6-24. Rear: 18.4-34 (4WD)
Optional tires (ag)
Front: 10.00-16. Rear: 18.4-38 (2WD)
Front: 10.00-16. Rear: 16.9-38 (2WD)
Dimensions
Wheelbase
92.5 inches 234 cm
2WD Length
168.5 inches 427 cm
4WD Length
166 inches 421 cm
Width
72 inches 182 cm
Height (cab)
107.5 inches 273 cm
Height (exhaust)
106 inches 269 cm
2WD Clearance (front axle)
23.5 inches 59 cm
4WD Clearance (front axle)
18 inches 45 cm
Clearance (rear axle)
26.5 inches 67 cm
Clearance (drawbar)
18 inches 45 cm
Front tread
60.4 to 80.4 inches 153 to 204 cm (2WD)
Front tread
59.7 to 79.4 inches 151 to 201 cm (4WD)
Rear tread
59.5/63.5/67.6/71.3/75.4/79.4 inches 151/161/171/181/191/201 cm
John Deere 6100D Weight
Shipping
7,275 lbs (2WD ROPS) 3299 kg
7,940 lbs (2WD cab) 3601 kg
8,510 lbs (4WD ROPS) 3860 kg
9,170 lbs (4WD cab) 4159 kg
Operating
9,090 lbs (4WD ROPS) 4123 kg
Ballasted
10,860 lbs 4926 kg

Tests

OCED Tractor Test 1974
Diesel 9-speed 4WD May 20 - June 2, 2010 Link: OCED Tractor Test 1974 file
PTO performance
Max power
90.10 hp 67.2 kW
Fuel use
5.0 gal/hour 18.9 l/hour
Power at rated engine speed
87.47 hp 65.2 kW
Fuel use
5.1 gal/hour 19.3 l/hour
Power at rated PTO speed
89.33 hp 66.6 kW
Fuel use
5.1 gal/hour 19.3 l/hour
Drawbar performance
Max power
74.66 hp 55.7 kW
Fuel use
5.1 gal/hour 19.3 l/hour
Max pull
8,962 lbs 4065 kg

Attachments

Attachment overview
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Recommended Implements & Sizing Guide

Engineering recommendations for John Deere 6100D based on its 98.9 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 6100D.

Estimated Continuous Field Runtime: 8.1 hrs

Approximately 8.1 hours of continuous field operation at ~75% rated power on a full tank (41.7 gal / 157.9 L).

Estimated 75% Load Fuel Burn~5.1 gal/hr (19.5 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 6100D Specification Unit Converter

Convert power, fluid capacities, and operating weights between metric and imperial standards for John Deere 6100D.

Converted Equivalents:

Horsepower (HP)98.9 hp
Kilowatts (kW)73.7 kW
Metric Horsepower (PS / CV)100.3 PS

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