Tractor reference
John Deere 6R 150
Specifications, maintenance, parts and compatibility reference.
Specification set: United States - Current US / 2026 North America specification Engine and electrical data use the 5 May 2026 Deere price book. US comparison-page values are used for PTO, transmission and hydraulics when available.

Engine
Engine modelJohn Deere PowerTech PSS
Rated engine power148 hp
Maximum engine power163 hp
Rated engine power with IPM168 hp
Maximum engine power with IPM174 hp
Engine displacement4.5 L
Cylinders4
Rated engine speed2100 rpm
AspirationDual turbochargers, wastegate turbo with fixed geometry turbo in series
EmissionsFinal Tier 4
Transmission
Standard transmissionJohn Deere AutoPowr/IVT 25 mph (40 km/h)
Transmission optionsJohn Deere AutoPowr/IVT 31 mph (50 km/h)
PTO
PTO power119 hp
Hydraulics
Standard pump rated output30.1 gpm (114 L/min)
Optional pump rated output40.9 gpm (155 L/min)
Capacities
DEF tank capacity13 L
Electrical
Battery12 V / 174 A
Alternator14 V / 250 A