John Deere 6430
Built: 2007–2012 · Series: 6030
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John Deere 6030 Series – the 6430 with a water-cooled 4.5-litre four-cylinder engine, 115 hp, 442 Nm of torque and a 30 km/h design speed (2007–2012).
John Deere is a US farm-equipment group headquartered in Moline, Illinois. Its mid-range utility tractors for the European market are traditionally built at the Mannheim plant. The 6030 Series formed a generation of mid-size tractors there from the mid-2000s, and the 6430 belongs to it, built between 2007 and 2012.
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The 6430 is powered by a water-cooled four-cylinder diesel engine with a displacement of 4,525 cm³. It delivers 115 hp, or 84.6 kW, at 2,300 rpm and produces 442 Nm of torque. With a kerb weight of 4,825 kg, a wheelbase of 2,400 mm and a width of 2,316 mm, the tractor, at 4,289 mm long and 2,743 mm tall, sits in the mid-size class of yard and field tractors.
Tractors in this class cover everything from grassland and front-loader work to lighter draw-bar tasks with implements and trailers. The comparatively high torque at moderate engine speed makes the four-cylinder capable for tillage work without reaching the weight of a large field tractor. The power take-off in this class typically runs at the standard speeds of 540 or 1,000 rpm, and the 30 km/h design speed corresponds to the German T driving-licence category.
When buying a used 6430, check engine hours, the condition of the coolant hoses and fittings, since water cooling becomes prone to corrosion in the circuit with age. Steering hydraulics and brakes should be checked for play, and the PTO clutch for wear. Spare parts for this series are readily available through the John Deere dealer network.
Sources: SpecCodex-Register: Kennwerte des Modells John Deere 6430, John Deere
Technical data
Engine
| Fuel | dieselcorrect |
|---|---|
| Power | 115 hp (84.6 kW)correct |
| Rated speed | 2,300 rpmcorrect |
| Torque | 442 Nmcorrect |
| Cylinders | 4correct |
| Displacement | 4,525 cm³correct |
| Cooling | water-cooledcorrect |
Dimensions and weights
| Length | 4,289 mmcorrect |
|---|---|
| Width | 2,316 mmcorrect |
| Height | 2,743 mmcorrect |
| Wheelbase | 2,400 mmcorrect |
| Ground clearance | 460 mmcorrect |
| Unladen weight | 4,825 kgcorrect |
Drivetrain and chassis
| Drive | four-wheel drivecorrect |
|---|---|
| Gearbox | 16V/16R 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 | 165 lcorrect |
|---|
Origin and approval
| Construction | bridge-frame modular constructioncorrect |
|---|
Other data
| Linkage category | Cat II/IIIcorrect |
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Where this model stands
Power-to-weight ratio: 17.5 kW/t (85 kW / 4.8 t)
Power class: Large (100–180 hp)
Stronger than 72% 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 6430 have?
The John Deere 6430 delivers 115 hp.
How much does the John Deere 6430 weigh?
The unladen weight is 4,825 kg.
What engine does the John Deere 6430 have?
4 cylinders, 4,525 cm³ displacement, Diesel.
How fast does the John Deere 6430 go?
Top speed is 30 km/h.
What are the dimensions of the John Deere 6430?
4,289 mm × 2,316 mm × 2,743 mm.
When was the John Deere 6430 built?
Production years: 2007–2012.
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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