John Deere 6115D Specs ( 2008-2016 )
Overview
The John Deere 6115D is a utility tractor manufactured in Saltillo, Mexico, between 2008 and 2016, powered by a 4.5L 4-cylinder intercooled turbocharged diesel engine. It was available in 2WD and 4WD configurations with either a 9-speed PowrReverser or Top Shaft Synchronized transmission system. Performance data from testing indicates a maximum PTO output of 101.83 hp and a ballasted weight capacity reaching 12,345 pounds.
Ideal Applications
Transmission and Drive Configuration:
The 6115D features either a 9-speed PowrReverser with a power shuttle or a 9-speed Top Shaft Synchronized transmission system available in both two-wheel and four-wheel drive models.
Tested Power and Efficiency:
Independent Nebraska Tractor Test data recorded a maximum PTO output of 101.83 hp, while OECD testing measured a fuel consumption rate of 6.3 gallons per hour at maximum power.
Hydraulic and Hitch Capacities:
The tractor is equipped with an open center hydraulic system providing 17.6 gpm pump flow at 2830 psi and a Category II rear hitch with a lift capacity of 6,800 pounds.
Production
| Description | Utility tractor / Built in Saltillo, Mexico |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | John Deere |
| Original price | $48,483 (2011) |
Engine
| Engine type | John Deere 4.5L 4-cyl diesel |
|---|---|
| Air cleaner | two paper elements |
| Bore/Stroke | 4.20x5.00 inches (107 x 127 mm) |
| Compression | 19:1 |
| Coolant capacity | 17.4 qts (16.5 L) |
| Description | John Deere 4045H PowerTech E / intercooled turbocharged diesel / 4-cylinder 8-valve / liquid-cooled |
| Displacement | 276 ci (4.5 L) |
| Emissions | Tier 3 |
| Exhaust valve clearance | 0.018 inches (0.457 mm) |
| Firing order | 1-3-4-2 |
| Fuel system | Denso electronic high-pressure common rail |
| Idle RPM | 900-2200 |
| Intake valve clearance | 0.014 inches (0.356 mm) |
| Rated Power (gross) | 118.4 hp (88.3 kW) |
| Rated RPM | 2100 |
| Starter volts | 12 |
| Torque | 355 lb-ft (481.4 Nm) |
| Torque RPM | 1500 |
| Oil capacity | 15.85 qts (15.0 L) |
| Oil change | 250 h |
| Drawbar (tested) | 80.89 hp (60.3 kW) |
| Engine (gross) | 118.4 hp (88.3 kW) |
| PTO (claimed) | 95 hp (70.8 kW) |
| PTO (tested) | 99.37 hp (74.1 kW) |
Transmission
| Clutch | hydraulic wet disc / dry disc |
|---|---|
| Description | Three gears (1-3) in each of three ranges (A-C) plus left-hand reverser. Forward/reverse powershift. Synchronized shift between gears with clutch. Shifts between ranges are unsynchronized: the tractor must be stopped and clutch used to shift range. / Three gears (1-3) plus reverse (R) in each of three ranges (A-C). Shifts between gears, including to reverse, are synchronized using the clutch. Shifts between ranges are not synchronized, the operator must stop the tractor and use the clutch. |
| Gears | 9 forward and reverse / 9 forward and 3 reverse |
| Oil capacity | 61.2 qts (57.9 L) / 61.2 qts (57.9 L) |
| Transmission | John Deere PowrReverser / John Deere Top Shaft Syncronized (TSS) |
| Type | partially synchronized with power shuttle / partially synchronzied |
| Transmission type | 9-speed partially synchronized with power shuttle / 9-speed partially synchronzied |
| Transmission type | 9-speed partially synchronized with power shuttle / 9-speed partially synchronzied |
Mechanical
| Description | Independent mechanical wet disc brakes / Folding 2-post ROPS or cab with heat and A/C |
|---|---|
| Drive type | Two- or four-wheel drive |
| Steering | hydrostatic power |
Capacity
| Front axle | 6.9 qts (6.5 L) |
|---|---|
| Front hubs | 2.1 qts (each) (2.0 L) |
| Fuel | 41.7 gal (157.8 L) |
| Hydraulic system | 15.3 gal (57.9 L) |
Hydraulics
| Capacity | 15.3 gal (57.9 L) |
|---|---|
| Pressure | 2830 psi (195.1 bar) |
| Pump flow | 17.6 gpm (66.6 lpm) |
| Steering flow | 6.9 gpm (26.1 lpm) |
| Type | open center |
| Valves | 2 to 3 |
Hitch
| Control | mechanical lower link |
|---|---|
| Rear lift (at 24"/610mm) | 6,800 lbs (3084 kg) |
| Rear Type | II |
PTO
| Clutch | dry disc |
|---|---|
| Engine RPM | 540@2100 |
| Rear PTO | independent |
| Rear PTO Type | 540/1000 (1.375) |
Electrical
| Battery AH | 180 |
|---|---|
| Battery CCA | 925 |
| Battery Group | 31 |
| Battery volts | 12 |
| Charging amps | 70 (ROPS) |
| Charging system | alternator |
| Ground | negative |
Dimensions & Tires
| 2WD Clearance (front axle) | 23.5 inches (59 cm) |
|---|---|
| 2WD Length | 168.5 inches (427 cm) |
| 4WD Clearance (front axle) | 18 inches (45 cm) |
| 4WD Length | 166 inches (421 cm) |
| Front tread | 60.4 to 80.4 inches (2WD) (153 to 204 cm) / 59.7 to 79.4 inches (4WD) (151 to 201 cm) |
| Height (cab) | 107.5 inches (273 cm) |
| Height (exhaust) | 106 inches (269 cm) |
| Rear axle | 72 inch length (flange) (1828 mm) |
| Rear tread | 59.5/63.5/67.6/71.3/75.4/79.4 inches (151/161/171/181/191/201 cm) |
| Wheelbase | 92.5 inches (234 cm) |
| Width | 72 inches (182 cm) |
| Front tire | 10.00-16 |
| Rear tire | 18.4-34 (2WD) |
| Weight | 7495 to 9390 pounds |
| Wheelbase | 92.5 inches (234 cm) |
| Optional tires (ag) | Front: 10.00-16. Rear: 18.4-38 (2WD) |
| Standard tires (ag) | Front: 10.00-16. Rear: 18.4-34 (2WD) |
6115D Serial Number Location
| Description | Serial number plate on the right side of the tractor frame, above the front axle. |
|---|
John Deere 6115D Weight
| Ballasted | 12,345 lbs (5599 kg) |
|---|---|
| Operating | 9,160 lbs (4WD ROPS) (4154 kg) |
John Deere 6115D attachments
| Description | front-end loader |
|---|
OCED Tractor Test 1949
| Description | Diesel 9-speed 4WDJune 15 - 19, 2009Link: OCED Tractor Test 1949 file / PTO performance / Drawbar performance |
|---|---|
| Fuel use | 6.3 gal/hour (23.8 l/hour) / 6.3 gal/hour (23.8 l/hour) / 6.3 gal/hour (23.8 l/hour) / 6.3 gal/hour (23.8 l/hour) |
| Max power | 99.37 hp (74.1 kW) / 80.89 hp (60.3 kW) |
| Max pull | 9,856 lbs (4470 kg) |
| Power at rated engine speed | 99.05 hp (73.9 kW) |
| Power at rated PTO speed | 99.37 hp (74.1 kW) |
References
| Description | All-New 6D Series Tractors published in 2008, by John Deere |
|---|
Speeds
| Description | With 18.4-34 rear tires. / With 18.4-34 rear tires. |
|---|
Nebraska Tractor Test Results
Test #2056
Test Date:
March 26- April 8, 2013
Location:
Nebraska Tractor Test Laboratory, University of Nebraska, Lincoln, Nebraska 68583-0832
This section is compiled from original Nebraska Tractor Test PDFs using AI-assisted extraction and human review. For full verification, download the source PDF above. Differences between reports, incomplete source data, and occasional extraction or data entry mistakes can occur.
Maximum Power & Fuel Consumption
Max Power (1 Hour)
101.83 hp
@ 1950 rpm
Rated Engine Speed
98.83 hp
N/A lb/hp·hr
Standard PTO Speed
100.40 hp
@ N/A rpm PTO
Torque Statistics
| Maximum Torque | N/A |
|---|---|
| Torque Rise | 39.4% |
| At Engine RPM | 1499 rpm |
PTO Power Curve
Maximum Power & Fuel Consumption Details
| Condition | HP | kW | RPM | Fuel gal/hr | Fuel L/hr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Maximum Power (1 Hour) | 101.83 | 75.94 | 1950 | 6.02 | 22.80 |
Varying Power & Fuel Consumption
Click column headers to sort
| Power | RPM | gal/hr | lb/hp·hr | hp·hr/gal | DEF gal/hr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 95.03 | 2199 | 6.16 | 0.45 | 15.43 | N/A |
| 83.40 | 2261 | 5.67 | 0.48 | 14.70 | N/A |
| 63.20 | 2280 | 4.69 | 0.52 | 13.48 | N/A |
| 42.50 | 2298 | 3.80 | 0.63 | 11.19 | N/A |
| 21.60 | 2300 | 2.93 | 0.95 | 7.37 | N/A |
| 2.00 | 2300 | 2.17 | 7.61 | 0.92 | N/A |