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New 6030 Series tractors from John Deere

John Deere’s new mid-specification 6030 Series tractors are designed for wider appeal to a bigger range of customers, particularly mixed and livestock farmers looking for reliability, performance, higher levels of comfort and simple operation as standard. Available for 2008, this new eight model range replaces the previous 6020 SE Series, and will complement the 6030 Premium models that were introduced in Autumn 2006. The previous 6020SE model has not been continued, but two new models have been added at the top of the range to provide extra power options.


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Powered by a turbocharged 4.5 litre New Holland engine with intercooler, the new unit is compliant with the stringent European Tier III standards and 100% biodiesel ready. Power levels are increased by four to six horsepower : 76hp T5030, 86hp T5040, 97hp T5050 and the 106hp T5060 model.

These flexible engines now have a rated engine speed reduced from 2,500 to 2,300 rpm with a very low specific fuel consumption down to 216 g/kWh, unequalled in their class. Impressive maximum torque levels of up to 425 Nm are available - between 14-16% higher than on the previous models - and up to 40% torque rise.

The T5000 range has been designed to reduce running costs. The maximum torque is reached at a lower engine speed of just 1,300 rpm, reducing noise and fuel consumption, while service intervals are still set at an industry-leading 600 hours.

The completely new front axle design on the T5000 models, reinforced for 4WD, has a new single balanced steering cylinder, permitting greater ground clearance. A steering angle of up to 60° provides a turning radius of only 4.05m. The dynamic mudguards completely cover the tyres with any track setting, without interfering with steering performance.

Thanks to a new dual pump layout for the hydraulic system, the surplus hydraulic power from the 40 lpm steering pump can be used to increase the main pump flow rate from 60 lpm to 80 lpm, considerably enhancing front end loader performance. This new hydraulic circuit design allows faster cycle times to be achieved when used with the factory-fitted loader ready option. All new T5000 models can be fitted with the optional front linkage and PTO assembly to further increase versatility and productivity.