John Deere 6630 - Horsepower, Weight, Specs, Problems, Price & More
The John Deere 6630 tractor is powered by a John Deere 6.8L 6-cyl diesel engine and 389lb-ft / 527.5Nm of torque. It has a 4x2 2WD/4x4 MFWD 4WD (optional) drive configuration and a 12-speed synchronized 16-speed power shuttle 16-speed partial power shift 24-speed partial power shift transmission.
Engine
The engine is a John Deere 6068HL280 turbocharged diesel 6-cylinder 12-valve liquid-cooled with a displacement of 413.7ci / 6.8L and bore/stroke of 4.19x5.00inches / 106x 127mm. It has a high-pressure common rail injection fuel system and a viscous fan cooling system. The engine has a rated power of 126hp / 94.0kW and a maximum power of 137hp / 102.2kW. The oil capacity is 20.6qts / 19.5L and the coolant capacity is 29.6qts / 28.0L. The engine is Tier III compliant.
Transmission
The transmission has four options: 12-speed synchronized, 16-speed power shuttle, 16-speed partial power shift, and 24-speed partial power shift. The engine (gross) power is 130hp / 96.9kW, the engine (net) power is 126hp / 94.0kW, the engine (max) power is 137hp / 102.2kW, and the PTO (claimed) power is 113hp / 84.3kW. The transmission has a synchronized shuttle shift and a wet clutch. The transmission has a maximum speed of 25 mph / 40 kph. The transmission has a wet clutch and a hydraulic wet disc brake.
Brakes
The brakes are hydraulic wet disc. The engine is a John Deere 6068HL280 turbocharged diesel 6-cylinder 12-valve liquid-cooled with a displacement of 413.7ci / 6.8L and bore/stroke of 4.19x5.00inches / 106x 127mm. It has a high-pressure common rail injection fuel system and a viscous fan cooling system. The engine has a rated power of 126hp / 94.0kW and a maximum power of 137hp / 102.2kW. The oil capacity is 20.6qts / 19.5L and the coolant capacity is 29.6qts / 28.0L. The engine is Tier III compliant.
Steering
The steering is a John Deere 6.8L 6-cylinder diesel. The tractor has a two-post foldable Roll-Guard ROPS. A cab with air-conditioning is optional. The tractor has a rear electro-hydraulic wet disc differential lock. The tractor has a maximum speed of 25 mph / 40 kph. The tractor has a hydraulic wet disc brake.
Common Problems
Users have reported issues with the transmission, specifically with the power shuttle and partial power shift options. Some users have also reported issues with the hydraulic system. The Roll-Guard ROPS has been reported to be unstable on uneven terrain. The hydraulic wet disc brakes have been reported to wear out quickly. Some users have reported issues with the engine overheating.
What Users Like
Users appreciate the tractor's power and versatility. The tractor has a maximum speed of 25 mph / 40 kph, making it suitable for a variety of tasks. The tractor has a comfortable cab with air-conditioning as an option. Users appreciate the tractor's hydraulic wet disc brakes, which provide reliable stopping power. The standard tires (ag) are also appreciated by users, with front tires of 420/70R28 and rear tires of 18.4R38.
John Deere 6630 Technical Specifications
Power | |
|---|---|
| Engine (gross) | 130hp / 96.9kW |
| Engine (net) | 126hp / 94.0kW |
| Engine (max) | 137hp / 102.2kW |
| Pto (claimed) | 113hp / 84.3kW |
Engine Detail | |
| Description | John Deere 6068HL280 turbocharged diesel 6-cylinder 12-valve liquid-cooled |
| Displacement | 413.7ci / 6.8L |
| Bore/stroke | 4.19x5.00inches / 106x 127mm |
| Emissions | Tier III |
| Rated Power (ece R24) | 126hp / 94.0kW |
| Rated Power (ec 97/98) | 130hp / 96.9kW |
| Maximum Power (ece R24) | 132hp / 98.4kW |
| Maximum Power (ec 97/68) | 137hp / 102.2kW |
| Fuel System | high-pressure common rail injection |
| Cooling System | viscous fan |
| Air Cleaner | dry element |
| Rated Rpm | 2300 |
| Idle Rpm | 850-2460 |
| Operating Rpm | 1600-2300 |
| Torque | 389lb-ft / 527.5Nm |
| Torque Rpm | 1600 |
| Firing Order | 1-5-3-6-2-4 |
| Starter Volts | 12 |
| Starter Power | 4hp / 3.0kW |
| Oil Capacity | 20.6qts / 19.5L |
| Oil Change | 500h |
| Coolant Capacity | 29.6qts / 28.0L |
| Coolant Change | 3000h |
| Intake Valve Clearance | 0.014inches / 0.356mm |
| Exhaust Valve Clearance | 0.018inches / 0.457mm |
Engine | |
| Description | John Deere 6.8L 6-cyl diesel |
Mechanical | |
| Chassis | 4x2 2WD/4x4 MFWD 4WD (optional) |
| Differential Lock | rear electro-hydraulic wet disc |
| Brakes | hydraulic wet disc |
| Cab | Two-post foldable Roll-Guard ROPS. Cab with air-conditioning optional |
| Transmissions | 12-speed synchronized 16-speed power shuttle 16-speed partial power shift 24-speed partial power shift |
Tires | |
| Standard Tires (ag) | Front: 420/70R28. Rear: 18.4R38 |
Dimensions | |
| Wheelbase | 104.3inches / 264cm |
| Length | 186.1inches / 472cm |
| Width | 91.2inches / 231cm |
| Height | 111.5inches / 283cm |
| Front Tread | 63.9 to 83.3inches / 162to 211cm (4WD) |
| Rear Tread | 63.9 to 79.6inches / 162to 202cm |
Dimensions And Tires | |
| Wheelbase | 104.3inches / 264cm |
| Weight | 11,390lbs / 5166kg |
| Front Tire | 420/70R28 |
| Rear Tire | 18.4R38 |
Serial Numbers | |
| Location | Front-right side of main tractor frame, above front axle |
Capacity | |
| Fuel | 54.7gal / 207.0L |
| Optional Fuel | 66gal / 249.8L |
| Hydraulic System | 13.2gal / 50.0L |
Hydraulics | |
| Type | constant flow load sensing |
| Capacity | 13.2gal / 50.0L |
| Pressure | 2,901psi / 200.0bar |
| Pump Flow | 21.4gpm / 81.0lpm |
Tractor Hitch | |
| Rear Type | II/II/IIIN (optional) |
| Control | load and depth control with electronic lower-link sensing |
| Rear Lift | 11,470lbs / 5202kg 14,880lbs / 6749kg (optional) |
Electrical | |
| Ground | negative |
| Charging System | alternator |
| Charging Amps | 90 |
| Optional Charging Amps | 154 |
| Battery Volts | 12 |
Power Take Off Pto | |
| Rear Pto | independent |
| Clutch | electro-hydraulic wet disc |
| Rear Rpm | 540/540E / 1000 |
| Engine Rpm | 1000@2185 |
| Front Rpm | 1000 |
Weight | |
| Shipping | 11,390lbs / 5166kg |
| Max Capacity | 20,940lbs / 9498kg |
| Max Rear Axle | 15,210lbs / 6899kg |