John Deere 6215
The John Deere 6215 is a tractor produced by John Deere. It is equipped with a 275 ci 4.5 L engine. The listed engine power is Diesel (net): 90 hp / 67.1 kW; Diesel (gross): 94 hp / 70.1 kW; Diesel (listed): 4 hp / 3.0 kW. Transmission: PowrReverser.
Engine Power
Diesel (net): 90 hp / 67.1 kW; Diesel (gross): 94 hp / 70.1 kW; Diesel (listed): 4 hp / 3.0 kW
Fuel & Capacities
43.6 gal
165.0 L
Transmission
PowrReverser
Overview
![]() | 2003 - 2005
6015 SeriesUtility tractor
6015 Series
Utility tractor |
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Production | |
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Manufacturer | John Deere |
Utility tractor | |
Built in Mannheim, Baden-Württemberg, Germany | |
John Deere 6215 Engine | |
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John Deere 4.5L 4-cyl diesel | |
Engine details ... |
John Deere 6215 Power | |
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Engine (gross) | 94 hp
70.1 kW |
Engine (net) | 90 hp
67.1 kW |
Engine (max) | 97 hp
72.3 kW |
PTO (claimed) | 80 hp
59.7 kW |
Mechanical | |
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Two- or four-wheel drive | |
Differential lock | electro-hydraulic wet disc |
Power steering | |
Wet disc brakes | |
Two-post ROPS. Cab available. | |
Capacity | |
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Fuel | 43.6 gal
165.0 L |
2WD Hydraulic system | 13.7 gal
51.9 L |
4WD Hydraulic system | 14.5 gal
54.9 L |
Hydraulics | |
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Type | open center |
2WD Capacity | 13.7 gal
51.9 L |
4WD Capacity | 14.5 gal
54.9 L |
Pressure | 2540 psi
175.1 bar |
Pump flow | 14.3 gpm
54.1 lpm |
Tractor hitch | |
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Rear Type | II/I |
Control | mechanical top-link draft sensing |
Rear lift | 8318 lbs
3773 kg |
Power Take-off (PTO) | |
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Rear PTO | independent |
Clutch | mechanical wet disc |
Rear PTO Type | 540 |
540/1000 | |
Engine RPM | 540@2124 |
1000@2208 | |
Dimensions & Tires | |
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Full dimensions and tires ... |
Electrical | |
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Ground | negative |
Charging system | alternator |
Charging amps | 90 |
Charging volts | 14 |
Battery volts | 12 |
Battery AH | 90 |
References | |
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Engine
Engine Detail — 275 ci / 4.5 L Diesel
Manufacturer | John Deere 4045TL272 |
Configuration | turbocharged diesel, 4-cylinder, liquid-cooled |
Displacement | 275 ci
4.5 L |
Bore/Stroke | 4.19x5.00 inches
106 x 127 mm |
Emissions | Stage I |
Rated Power (net) | 90 hp
67.1 kW |
Rated Power (gross) | 94 hp
70.1 kW |
Maximum Power (gross) | 97 hp
72.3 kW |
Rated RPM | 2300 |
Idle RPM | 845-2465 |
Operating RPM | 1000-2300 |
Torque | 281 lb-ft
381.0 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 |
Firing order | 1-3-4-2 |
Starter | electric |
Starter volts | 12 |
Starter power | 4 hp
3.0 kW |
Intake valve clearance | 0.014 inches
0.356 mm |
Exhaust valve clearance | 0.018 inches
0.457 mm |
Transmission
Transmission options | |
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12-speed fully synchronized | |
16-speed power shuttle |
Transmission — SyncroPlus
Transmission | SyncroPlus |
Type | fully synchronized |
Gears | 12 forward and 4 reverse |
Clutch | wet disc |
Three gears (1-3), plus reverse (R), in four ranges (A-D). | |
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Transmission — PowrReverser
Transmission | PowrReverser |
Type | power shuttle |
Gears | 16 forward and reverse |
Clutch | wet disc |
Four gears (1-4) in four ranges (A-D) with left-hand shuttle shift. | |
With 18.4-30 rear tires. Reverse speeds are 4% faster than forward. 30 KPH transmission shown, 40 KPH option available. | |
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Dimensions
John Deere 6215 Tires |
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Dimensions |
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Fluids, Capacities & Working Autonomy
Standard fluid requirements, service intervals, and continuous runtime estimates for John Deere 6215.
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 6215 Specification Unit Converter
Convert power, fluid capacities, and operating weights between metric and imperial standards for John Deere 6215.
Converted Equivalents:
Horsepower (HP)0 hp
Kilowatts (kW)0 kW
Metric Horsepower (PS / CV)0 PS
Direct Competitor Comparison
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