John Deere 6506
Built: 1995–1997 · Series: 6000er
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John Deere 6000 Series – First Mid-Range Built at the Mannheim Plant, 1992 to 1997: four- and six-cylinder diesels up to 77.3 kW (105 hp), 3,920 to 6,788 cm³ displacement
With the 6000 series, John Deere brought a new mid-range generation built at its Mannheim plant to the European market in 1992, produced until 1997. According to the register, output of one recorded model reaches 77.3 kW, or 105 hp, using four- and six-cylinder engines with displacement from 3,920 to 6,788 cm³.
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Recorded operating weight runs from 3,750 to 5,800 kg, wheelbase of one recorded model is 2,650 mm, and rated speed is 30 km/h. The model range spanned from the 6100 to the 6900, covering a wide power spectrum within a single series.
Compared with its predecessors, the 6000 series introduced a revised, more ergonomic cab and was succeeded by the 6010 series in 1997. For a used model, check the gearbox variant, as PowrQuad and Synchro versions were offered in parallel.
With a rated output of 77.3 kW, the 6000 series already fell within three-point category II under ISO 730, and the PTO ran two-speed at 540 and 1,000 rpm, as was standard for tractors of this power class from the 1980s. Parts for the 6000 series remain well available today through John Deere's dense dealer network. PowrQuad transmissions allow shifting within certain groups without using the clutch under load, while the simpler Synchro version still requires the clutch for each gear change; this makes PowrQuad models more comfortable under frequent load changes but more demanding to maintain.
Sources: SpecCodex register, model data: John Deere 6000er, John Deere
Technical data
Engine
| Fuel | dieselcorrect |
|---|---|
| Power | 105 hp (77.3 kW)correct |
| Rated speed | 2,300 rpmcorrect |
| Torque | 430 Nmcorrect |
| Cylinders | 6correct |
| Displacement | 6,786 cm³correct |
| Cooling | water-cooledcorrect |
Dimensions and weights
| Length | 4,501 mmcorrect |
|---|---|
| Width | 2,320 mmcorrect |
| Height | 2,808 mmcorrect |
| Wheelbase | 2,650 mmcorrect |
| Ground clearance | 575 mmcorrect |
| Unladen weight | 4,650 kgcorrect |
Drivetrain and chassis
| Drive | four-wheel drivecorrect |
|---|---|
| Gearbox | 20V/20R or 24V/24Rcorrect |
| Front tyres | 16.9 R 24 AScorrect |
| Rear tyres | 18.4 R 38 AScorrect |
| Top speed | 30 km/hcorrect |
Working data
| Fuel tank capacity | 207 lcorrect |
|---|
Origin and approval
| Construction | frame constructioncorrect |
|---|
Other data
| Linkage category | Cat II/IIINcorrect |
|---|---|
| PTO speed | 540/1000 rpmcorrect |
Where this model stands
Power-to-weight ratio: 16.6 kW/t (77 kW / 4.7 t)
Power class: Large (100–180 hp)
Stronger than 69% 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 6506 have?
The John Deere 6506 delivers 105 hp.
How much does the John Deere 6506 weigh?
The unladen weight is 4,650 kg.
What engine does the John Deere 6506 have?
6 cylinders, 6,786 cm³ displacement, Diesel.
How fast does the John Deere 6506 go?
Top speed is 30 km/h.
What are the dimensions of the John Deere 6506?
4,501 mm × 2,320 mm × 2,808 mm.
When was the John Deere 6506 built?
Production years: 1995–1997.
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.
- Check front and rear tyre sizes: mismatched pairs strain the drivetrain.
- Shift the gearbox cold and warm — jumps only show up at temperature.
- 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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