John Deere

6520L

Farm tractor · 2002–2006 · 105 hp

The John Deere 6520L is a farm tractor manufactured from 2002 to 2006. It features a John Deere PowerTech 4045HL071 engine, and standard steering. The transmission is a fully synchronized type with 12 forward and 4 reverse.

Engine

EngineJohn Deere PowerTech 4045HL071
Fuel Typediesel
Cylinders4
Coolingliquid-cooled
Turbocharger Statusturbocharged diesel
Displacement276 ci (4.5 L)
Bore4.19 in (106 mm)
Stroke5 in (127 mm)
Power PTO95 hp (70.8 kW)
Torque Peak289 lb-ft (391.9 Nm)
Torque Peak1,500 RPM
Air Cleanerdry
Starter Volts12
Oil Capacity16.8 qts (15.9 L)
Coolant Capacity14.4 qts (13.6 L)
ManufacturerJohn Deere
Rated2,300 RPM
Idle875-2510 RPM
EmissionsTier I
Firing Order1-3-4-2
Oil Change Interval Hours500

Transmission

Transmission Typefully synchronized
Transmission ModelJohn Deere SyncroPlus
Gears12 forward and 4 reverse
Transmission DescriptionThree gears (1-3) plus reverse (R) in four ranges (A-D). Directional, gear, and range changes are synchronized and may be shifting while moving by using the clutch. Optional creeper adds an additional nine forward and three reverse speeds (ranges A-C) for a total of 21-forward and 7-reverse.
Clutchwet disc
Oil Capacity55 qts (52.1 L)
Oil TypeJD Hy-Gard
Available Options12-speed fully synchronized, 16-speed power shuttle, 16-speed partial power shift, 24-speed partial power shift

Hydraulics

Typepressure and flow compensated
Pump Flow25 gpm (94.6 lpm)
Pressure2,900 psi (200 bar)

Hitch

Rear TypeII

Dimensions

Front Tread59.7 in (151 cm)

Weight

Shipping8,379 lbs (3,800 kg)

Tires & Tracks

Front Ag10.5/80-18
Rear Ag18.4-26

Fuel

Capacity43.6 gal (165 L)

Steering

Typestandard

Cab

Caboptional

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Checked: 3-point hitch category, PTO horsepower. Not checked: PTO speed (540/1000), hydraulic flow, 3-point lift capacity, rear remotes, ballast.

These implements meet this tractor's hitch and PTO-HP requirements — this is not a full compatibility guarantee. Confirm the remaining specs with your dealer before purchasing.