John Deere 6250R Specs ( 2016-Present )
Overview
The John Deere 6250R is a row-crop tractor manufactured in Mannheim, Germany, from 2016 to the present. It features a 6.8L 6-cylinder PowerTech PSS engine with an infinitely-variable transmission (IVT) and a triple link suspension front axle.
Ideal Applications
Tested Performance Metrics:
The Nebraska Tractor Test recorded a maximum PTO performance of 237.2 hp and a maximum drawbar pull of 22,115 lbs using the 6.8L diesel engine with two turbochargers.
Transmission and Mechanical Configuration:
This four-wheel drive model is equipped with an AutoPowr IVT transmission, electro-hydraulic front and rear differential locks, and a ComfortView Cab with active hydraulic suspension.
Hydraulic and Lift Capacity:
The system features a closed-center pressure flow compensated pump with a 42.3 gpm flow rate, supporting a rear lift capacity of 15,432 lbs and a front lift capacity of 9,700 lbs.
Production
| Description | Row-Crop tractor / Built in Mannheim, Baden-Württemberg, Germany |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | John Deere |
Engine
| Engine type | John Deere 6.8L 6-cyl |
|---|---|
| Fuel tank | 124.2 gal (470.1 L) |
| Bore/Stroke | 4.15x5.00 inches (105 x 127 mm) |
| Coolant capacity | 30.6 qts (29.0 L) |
| Cooling system | electric-drive fan |
| Description | John Deere PowerTech PSS / turbocharged / 6-cylinder / liquid-cooled |
| Displacement | 415 ci (6.8 L) |
| Emission control | diesel particulate filter, diesel oxidation catalyst, and selective catalytic reduction |
| Emissions | Stage IV |
| Fuel system | electronic high-pressure common rail |
| Maximum Power (gross) | 290 hp (216.3 kW) |
| Maximum Power (net) | 290 hp (216.3 kW) |
| Operating RPM | 1600-2100 |
| Rated Power (gross) | 250 hp (186.4 kW) |
| Rated Power (net) | 239 hp (178.2 kW) |
| Rated RPM | 2100 |
| Starter | electric |
| Starter volts | 12 |
| Torque | 861 lb-ft (1167.5 Nm) |
| Torque RPM | 1600 |
| Engine (gross) | 250 hp (186.4 kW) |
| Engine (max) | 290 hp (216.3 kW) |
| Engine (net) | 239 hp (178.2 kW) |
Transmission
| Description | infinitely-variable transmission (IVT) |
|---|---|
| Gears | infinite forward and reverse |
| Transmission | AutoPowr |
| Type | infinitely-variable transmission (IVT) |
Mechanical
| Cab | ComfortView Cab with active hydraulic suspension and air-conditioning. AutoTrac ready |
|---|---|
| Description | Power steering |
| Differential lock | electro-hydraulic front and rear |
| Drive type | Four-wheel drive |
| Trailer brakes | hydraulic OptOptional |
Hydraulics
| Pump flow | 42.3 gpm (160.1 lpm) |
|---|---|
| Type | closed-center pressure flow compensated |
| Valves | up to 6 |
Hitch
| Front Hitch | IIIN |
|---|---|
| Front lift | 9700 lbs (4399 kg) |
| Rear lift (at 24"/610mm) | 15432 lbs (6999 kg) |
| Rear Type | IIIN |
PTO
| Clutch | electro-hydraulic wet disc / electro-hydraulic wet disc |
|---|---|
| Engine RPM | 1000@1969 |
| Front PTO | independent |
| Front PTO Type | 1000 |
| Rear PTO | independent |
Electrical
| Battery volts | 12 |
|---|---|
| Charging system | alternator |
| Ground | negative |
Dimensions & Tires
| Front axle | Triple Link Suspension |
|---|---|
| Height (cab) | 128 inches (325 cm) |
| Length | 204.3 inches (518 cm) |
| Max weight | 33069 lbs (15000 kg) |
| Shipping weight | 20503 lbs (9300 kg) |
| Wheelbase | 114.2 inches (290 cm) |
| Width | 100.4 inches (255 cm) |
| Weight | 20503 lbs (9300 kg) |
| Wheelbase | 114.2 inches (290 cm) |
John Deere 6250R attachments
| Description | front-end loader |
|---|
Nebraska Tractor Test Results
Test #S1159
Test Date:
October to November, 2017
Location:
DLG e.V. Test Centre, Technology and Farm inputs, Max-Eyth-Weg 1, D-64823 Gross-Umstadt, Germany
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)
237.20 hp
@ 1900 rpm
Rated Engine Speed
210.60 hp
N/A lb/hp·hr
Standard PTO Speed
226.50 hp
@ 1000 rpm PTO
Torque Statistics
| Maximum Torque | 782 lb-ft (1,060 Nm) |
|---|---|
| Torque Rise | 48.5% |
| At Engine RPM | 1600 rpm |
PTO Power Curve
Maximum Power & Fuel Consumption Details
| Condition | HP | kW | RPM | PTO RPM | Fuel gal/hr | Fuel L/hr | DEF gal/hr | DEF L/hr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rated Engine Speed | 210.60 | 157.10 | 2100 | 1044 | 11.73 | 44.41 | 0.36 | 1.38 |
| Standard PTO Speed (1000 rpm) | 226.50 | 168.90 | 2012 | 1000 | 12.49 | 47.27 | 0.39 | 1.46 |
| Maximum Power (1 Hour) | 237.20 | 176.90 | 1900 | 12.96 | 49.06 | 0.48 | 1.80 |
Varying Power & Fuel Consumption
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| Power | RPM | gal/hr | lb/hp·hr | hp·hr/gal | DEF gal/hr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 210.60 | 2100 | 11.73 | 0.39 | N/A | 0.36 |
| 183.20 | 2147 | 10.49 | 0.40 | N/A | 0.30 |
| 138.90 | 2171 | 8.42 | 0.42 | N/A | 0.22 |
| 94.30 | 2211 | 6.45 | 0.48 | N/A | 0.15 |
| 47.90 | 2244 | 4.81 | 0.70 | N/A | 0.06 |
| N/A | 2250 | 2.93 | N/A | N/A | 0.08 |