John Deere 6125M

The John Deere 6125M 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): 125 hp / 93.2 kW. Transmission: AutoQuad Plus. Operating weight: 11519 lbs 5225 kg.

Engine Power
Diesel (gross): 125 hp / 93.2 kW
Fuel & Capacities
58 gal 219.5 L
Transmission
AutoQuad Plus
Operating Weight
11519 lbs 5225 kg

Overview

John Deere 6125M tractor photo
2013 - 2015 6M SeriesUtility tractor 6M Series Utility tractor
Production
Manufacturer
John Deere
Utility tractor
Built in Mannheim, Baden-Württemberg, Germany
Original price
$74,324 (2014 SyncroPlus ROPS 2WD )
$101,397 (2014 AutoQuad Cab 4WD )
John Deere 6125M Engine
John Deere 4.5L 4-cyl diesel
Engine details ...
John Deere 6125M Power
Engine (gross)
125 hp 93.2 kW
Engine (max)
130 hp 96.9 kW
PTO (claimed)
102 hp 76.1 kW
Drawbar (tested)
98.31 hp 73.3 kW
PTO (tested)
114.88 hp 85.7 kW
Performance test details ...
Mechanical
Two- or four-wheel drive
Differential lock
Electro-hydraulic rear
limit-slip front (4WD)
Steering
hydrostatic power
Hydraulic wet disc brakes
Two-post foldable ROPS. Cab optional with air-conditioning. GreenStar (optional); AutoTrac (optional)
Capacity
Fuel
58 gal 219.5 L
Hydraulic system
13.7 gal 51.9 L
Hydraulics
Type
open center pressure compensated
closed center load sensing pressure and flow compensated (optional)
Capacity
13.7 gal 51.9 L
Pressure
2900 psi 200.0 bar
Rear valves
1 to 3
Mid valves
2 or 3 (optional)
Pump flow
21.1 gpm 79.9 lpm
30 gpm (optional) 113.6 lpm
SCV flow
21.1 gpm 79.9 lpm
Tractor hitch
Rear Type
II/IIIN
Control
electrohydraulic load sensing
Rear lift (at 24"/610mm)
5154 lbs 2337 kg
6247 lbs (optional) 2833 kg
Drawbar
Cat. II
Power Take-off (PTO)
Rear PTO
independent
Rear PTO Type
540/1000 (1.375)
Engine RPM
540@1932
1000@1932
Dimensions & Tires
Wheelbase
101.6 inches 258 cm
Weight
11519 lbs 5225 kg
Front tire
10.00-16
Rear tire
460/85R34 (2WD)
Full dimensions and tires ...
Electrical
Ground
negative
Charging system
alternator
Charging amps
90
150 (optional)
Charging volts
14
Battery volts
12
References
6125M references literature
6M Series Tractors published in 2013, by John Deere
Specialty Tractors published in 2014, by John Deere

Engine

Engine Detail — 276 ci / 4.5 L Diesel

Manufacturer
John Deere PowerTech PVX
Configuration
variable geometry turbocharger with intercooler diesel, 4-cylinder, liquid-cooled
Displacement
276 ci 4.5 L
Bore/Stroke
4.19x5.00 inches 106 x 127 mm
Emissions
Interim Tier IV
Emission control
cooled exhaust gas recirculation
Rated Power (gross)
125 hp 93.2 kW
Maximum Power (gross)
130 hp 96.9 kW
Fuel system
high pressure common rail
Compression
16.1:1
Rated RPM
2100
Torque
415 lb-ft 562.7 Nm
Torque RPM
1600
Starter
electric
Starter volts
12
Oil capacity
16.9 qts 16.0 L
Coolant capacity
23.3 qts 22.1 L

Transmission

Transmission options
12-speed fully synchronized
16-speed partial power shift
24-speed partial power shift

Transmission — SyncroPlus

Transmission
SyncroPlus
Type
fully synchronized
Gears
12 forward and 4 reverse
Clutch
wet disc

Transmission — PowrQuad

Transmission
PowrQuad
Type
partial power shift
Gears
16 forward and reverse
Clutch
wet disc
Oil capacity
55 qts 52.1 L

Transmission — PowrQuad Plus

Transmission
PowrQuad Plus
Type
partial power shift
Gears
24 forward and reverse
Clutch
wet disc
Oil capacity
55 qts 52.1 L

Transmission — AutoQuad Plus

Transmission
AutoQuad Plus
Type
partial power shift
Gears
24 forward and reverse
Clutch
wet disc
Oil capacity
55 qts 52.1 L

Dimensions

John Deere 6125M Tires
Standard tires (ag)
Front: 10.00-16. Rear: 460/85R34 (2WD)
Front: 380/85R24. Rear: 460/85R34 (4WD)
Dimensions
Wheelbase
101.6 inches 258 cm
Weight
11519 lbs 5225 kg
Max weight
19180 lbs 8700 kg
Clearance (front axle)
20.47 inches (4WD) 51 cm
Flange rear axle
Bar rear axle
3.1 by 100.6 inches 78 by 2555 mm
Front tread
60.4 to 80.4 inches 153 to 204 cm (2WD)

Tests

OCED Tractor Test 2078
Diesel 24-speed PowrQuad Plus 4WD October 22 - 30, 2013 Link: OCED Tractor Test 2078 file
PTO performance
Max power
114.88 hp 85.7 kW
Fuel use
6.7 gal/hour 25.4 l/hour
Power at rated engine speed
105.13 hp 78.4 kW
Fuel use
6.7 gal/hour 25.4 l/hour
Power at rated PTO speed
114.39 hp 85.3 kW
Fuel use
6.9 gal/hour 26.1 l/hour
Drawbar performance
Max power
98.31 hp 73.3 kW
Fuel use
6.7 gal/hour 25.4 l/hour
Max pull
10828 lbs 4911 kg

Attachments

Attachment overview
John Deere H310 loader
John Deere H310 MSL loader
John Deere H340 loader
John Deere H340 MSL loader

Recommended Implements & Sizing Guide

Engineering recommendations for John Deere 6125M based on its 125 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
90 to 120 in Heavy Duty230 - 300 cm 重型旋耕机Commercial / Field ScaleDeep intensive seedbed preparation for commercial row crops.
Disc HarrowSecondary Tillage
15 to 22 ft Folding Disc4.5 - 6.7 m 折叠式圆盘耙Commercial / Field ScaleWide commercial field leveling; requires hydraulic remotes.
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 6125M.

Estimated Continuous Field Runtime: 8.9 hrs

Approximately 8.9 hours of continuous field operation at ~75% rated power on a full tank (58 gal / 219.6 L).

Estimated 75% Load Fuel Burn~6.5 gal/hr (24.6 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 6125M Specification Unit Converter

Convert power, fluid capacities, and operating weights between metric and imperial standards for John Deere 6125M.

Converted Equivalents:

Horsepower (HP)125 hp
Kilowatts (kW)93.2 kW
Metric Horsepower (PS / CV)126.7 PS

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