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John Deere 6165J

The John Deere 6165J is a tractor produced by John Deere. It is equipped with a 414.4 ci 6.8 L engine. The listed engine power is Diesel (listed): 165 hp / 123.0 kW. Transmission: John Deere PowrQuad. Operating weight: 15190 to 16290 pounds.

Engine Power
Diesel (listed): 165 hp / 123.0 kW
Fuel & Capacities
79.25 gal 300.0 L
Transmission
John Deere PowrQuad
Operating Weight
15190 to 16290 pounds

Overview

John Deere 6165J tractor photo
2010 - 6J SeriesUtility tractor
2010 -
6J Series
Utility tractor
Production
Manufacturer
John Deere
Utility tractor
Built in Montenegro, Brazil
John Deere 6165J Engine
John Deere 6.8L 6-cyl diesel
Fuel tank
79.25 gal 300.0 L
Engine details ...
John Deere 6165J Transmission
16-speed partial power shift
Transmission details ...
John Deere 6165J Power
Engine
165 hp 123.0 kW
PTO (claimed)
143 hp 106.6 kW
Mechanical
Four-wheel drive
Differential lock
electro-hydraulic
Power steering
Hydraulic wet disc brakes
Four-post ROPS. Cab optional.
Hydraulics
Type
closed center pressure-flow compensated (PFC)
Pressure
2900 psi 200.0 bar
Valves
2 to 3
Pump flow
29.06 gpm 110.0 lpm
SCV flow
27.74 gpm 105.0 lpm
Oil type
JD Hy-Gard
JD Hy-Gard
JD Hy-Gard
Tractor hitch
Rear Type
III
Control
electronic lower link
Rear lift (at ends)
13,230 lbs 6001 kg
Rear lift (at 24"/610mm)
12,790 lbs 5801 kg
Power Take-off (PTO)
Rear PTO
independent
Clutch
electro-hydraulic
Rear PTO Type
540/1000
Dimensions & Tires
Wheelbase
107.5 inches 273 cm
Weight
15190 to 16290 pounds
Front tire
16.9-28
Rear tire
20.8-38
Full dimensions and tires ...
Electrical
Ground
negative
Charging system
alternator
Charging amps
90
Battery volts
12
Battery AH
150

Engine

Engine Detail — 414.4 ci / 6.8 L Diesel

Manufacturer
John Deere 6068 PowerTech
Configuration
turbocharged intercooled diesel, 6-cylinder, liquid-cooled
Displacement
414.4 ci 6.8 L
Bore/Stroke
4.19x5.00 inches 106 x 127 mm
Power
165 hp 123.0 kW
Fuel system
rotary injection pump
Rated RPM
2100
Torque
528.1 lb-ft 716.1 Nm
Torque RPM
1400
Starter volts
12

Transmission

Transmission — John Deere PowrQuad

Transmission
John Deere PowrQuad
Type
partial power shift
Gears
16 forward and reverse
Clutch
hydraulic wet discs
Oil type
JD Hy-Gard
Four power shift gears (1-4) in four synchronized ranges (A-D).
With 20.8-38 R1 rear tires. Reverse speeds are 15% faster than forward.
6165J PowrQuad partial power shift speeds
JD Hy-Gard

Dimensions

John Deere 6165J Tires
Standard tires (ag)
Front: 16.9-28. Rear: 20.8-38
Optional tires (ag)
Front: 18.4-26. Rear: 24.5-32
Front: 480/70R28. Rear: 650/75R32
Front: 16.9R30. Rear: 20.8R42
Dimensions
Wheelbase
107.5 inches 273 cm
Length
213.4 inches 542 cm
Height
115.4 inches 293 cm
Ground clearance
20.5 inches 52 cm
Rear axle
3.661 by 94.72 inches 92 by 2405 mm
Rear axle
3.661 by 109.3 inches 92 by 2776 mm
Front tread
56.1 to 84.1 inches 142 to 213 cm
Rear tread
62.5 to 126.7 inches 158 to 321 cm
John Deere 6165J Weight
ROPS
15,190 lbs 6890 kg
Cab
16,290 lbs 7389 kg
Ballasted
20,720 lbs 9398 kg

Recommended Implements & Sizing Guide

Engineering recommendations for John Deere 6165J based on its 165 HP power envelope and ASAE agricultural standards.

Implement & OperationRecommended SizeWorkload RatingEngineering Notes
Moldboard PlowPrimary Tillage
5 to 7 Bottom (18")5 - 7 铧 (45 cm)Commercial / Field ScaleLarge acreage tillage; requires front ballast weights.
Rotary Cutter / MowerMowing & Clearing
15 to 20 ft Batwing4.6 - 6.1 m 宽幅折叠翼Commercial / Field ScaleLarge commercial field and roadside mowing operations.
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
Large Square Baler (3x4 or 4x4)大方捆商用打捆机 (1.2x1.2 m)Commercial / Field ScaleHigh-capacity commercial forage harvesting (1000 RPM PTO).
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 6165J.

Estimated Continuous Field Runtime: 9.2 hrs

Approximately 9.2 hours of continuous field operation at ~75% rated power on a full tank (79.3 gal / 300 L).

Estimated 75% Load Fuel Burn~8.6 gal/hr (32.5 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 6165J Specification Unit Converter

Convert power, fluid capacities, and operating weights between metric and imperial standards for John Deere 6165J.

Converted Equivalents:

Horsepower (HP)165 hp
Kilowatts (kW)123 kW
Metric Horsepower (PS / CV)167.3 PS

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