John Deere 6010 – specifications
Built: 1999 · Series: Other models
Data for the version built 1999 · Data origin: Official register, Reference work (Wikipedia/Wikibooks) · sources
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The John Deere 6010 is a tractor from the 6010 series, launched in 1999. This model belongs to the category of agricultural tractors and represents a specific power class within the John Deere manufacturer. The classification as a tractor defines the vehicle as a machine primarily designed for field work and transport tasks, powered by an internal combustion engine.
The technical equipment is based on a four-cylinder engine with a displacement of 4,520 cm³, delivering a power output of 55 kW. This engine configuration enables the towing of mounted implements and trailers, with the empty weight of 4,700 kg and the permissible gross weight of 7,000 kg determining the maximum load capacity. The weight influences ground pressure and stability when transporting heavy loads. The transmission offers 16 gears, allowing flexible adjustment of speed to various working speeds in the field or in road traffic. The fuel tank capacity of 165 l ensures sufficient range for longer operations without frequent refueling. The dimensions of 4,140 mm in length and 2,440 mm in width define the vehicle's space requirements in the field and in the workshop.
Within the available data, the John Deere 6010 can be positioned as a model in the mid-power class. The combination of 55 kW power and 16 gears is typically suitable for farms requiring a balance between field work and transport tasks. The permissible gross weight of 7,000 kg indicates suitability for medium-duty trailer loads. The production year of 1999 marks the start of production for this specific model in the mentioned series.
John Deere – other models: 2000 to 7000-series tractors alongside Gator utility vehicles, 6.2 to 186 kW, one- to six-cylinder engines
This collective page gathers John Deere vehicles outside the named series and combines two very different vehicle types: classic farm tractors from the 2000 to 7000 series (2130, 3050, 4650, 6810, 7430, 7930) and the small Gator utility vehicles (Gator TX, Gator HPX, Gator XUV 550 to XUV 865M), designed as off-road transporters rather than tractors. Both vehicle types end up on the same collective page because neither was assigned to its own named range.
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The register lists 58 versions from 6.2 to 186 kW with one- to six-cylinder engines of 286 to 7,640 cm³. Unladen weights range from 430 to 10,000 kg and gross weights from 740 to 13,450 kg – the lower end matching the light Gator vehicles, the upper end the large four-wheel-drive tractors.
John Deere ranks among the largest farm equipment makers worldwide; while the tractor ranges form the core of the agricultural business, the Gator models cover a separate market for transport and estate tasks around the farm as off-road utility vehicles.
On the farm tractors, the transmission, hydraulic pump and, on 4X4 models, the front axle are the first checks. On the Gator vehicles, the drive belt (CVT), brakes and frame corrosion are the typical wear points. Spares for both vehicle types flow through the John Deere dealer network, one of the densest service structures in the industry.
Sources: SpecCodex register, model data: John Deere (weitere Modelle), John Deere (manufacturer)
Technical data
Engine
| Power | 55 kWcorrect |
|---|---|
| Cylinders | 4correct |
| Displacement | 4,520 cm³correct |
Dimensions and weights
| Length | 4,140 mmcorrect |
|---|---|
| Width | 2,440 mmcorrect |
| Unladen weight | 4,700 kgcorrect |
| Gross vehicle weight | 7,000 kgcorrect |
Drivetrain and chassis
| Gears | 16correct |
|---|
Working data
| Fuel tank capacity | 165 lcorrect |
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Where this model stands
Power-to-weight ratio: 11.7 kW/t (55 kW / 4.7 t)
Power class: Universal (40–100 hp)
Stronger than 51% of the tractors in the register — out of 15,663 models with a stated power figure.
Calculated from the documented figures above — not a rating.
Frequently asked questions
How much power does the John Deere 6010 have?
The John Deere 6010 delivers 55 kW.
How much does the John Deere 6010 weigh?
The unladen weight is 4,700 kg.
What is the gross vehicle weight of the John Deere 6010?
7,000 kg.
What engine does the John Deere 6010 have?
4 cylinders, 4,520 cm³ displacement.
What are the dimensions of the John Deere 6010?
4,140 mm × 2,440 mm.
When was the John Deere 6010 built?
Production years: 1999.
What to check before buying
- Check the hour meter against the service records — a replaced instrument is the most common gap.
- Compare the data plate and chassis number with the papers.
- Check the weights in the papers against the figures here — attachments change them.
- Load the hydraulics and watch for sag.
- Ask about parts availability for this build year — the running costs hang on it.
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Sources: Traficom — Finnish vehicle register (retrieved August 2026) · Wikibooks Traktorenlexikon (CC BY-SA 4.0) (retrieved September 2026) · Values adopted and presented in our own form; changes from the source are possible. · Data sources and cross-checks
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