John Deere 6603

John Deere 6603 Utility tractor Technical Specifications

John Deere 6603 is a Row-Crop tractor that was produced by the John Deere between 2002 – 2008.

Below you will find detailed technical specifications for John Deere 6603 covering engine types, horsepower ratings, weight, height, fuel type and tank volume, oil capacity and type, hydraulic system diagram, wiring diagram, battery specs, etc.

John Deere 6603 Production














Manufacturer:
Manufacturer: John Deere
Type: Utility tractor
Factory: Saltillo, Mexico
Original price: $34,870 (2004 2WD )


John Deere 6603 Power






Engine:
Engine: 112 hp
83.5 kW
PTO (claimed): 95 hp
70.8 kW










John Deere 6603 Engine
John Deere 6.8L 6-cyl diesel
Fuel tank: 41.7 gal
157.8 L





























Mechanical
Chassis: 4×2 2WD
  4×4 MFWD 4WD
Final drives: inboard planetary
Differential lock: mechanical rear
Steering: power
Brakes: mechanical wet disc
Cab: Two-post folding ROPS. ComfortVantage Cab optional.
Transmission: 9-speed partially synchronized




John Deere 6603 photos…



















Hydraulics
Type: open center
Pressure: 2750 psi
189.6 bar
Rear valves: 2 or 3
Pump flow: 15 gpm
56.8 lpm
Total flow: 15 gpm
56.8 lpm
















Tractor hitch
Rear Type: II
Control: mechanical lower-link draft sensing
Rear lift (at ends): 5,292 lbs
2400 kg
Rear lift (at 24″/610mm): 4828 lbs
2189 kg
















Power Take-off (PTO)
Rear PTO: independent
Clutch: dry disc
Rear RPM: 540/1000
Engine RPM: 540@2100
1000@2100





















Dimensions & Tires
2WD Wheelbase: 104.1 inches
264 cm
4WD Wheelbase: 103.8 inches
263 cm
Weight: 8776 to 10252 pounds
Front tire: 10.00-16
Rear tire: 18.4-38
Full dimensions and tires …








6603 Serial Numbers
Location: Serial number plate on the right side of the tractor frame, above the front axle.

John Deere 6603 Electrical
















Ground: negative
Charging system: alternator
Charging amps: 65
Battery CCA: 925
Battery volts: 12

John Deere 6603 Mechanical



























Chassis: 4×2 2WD
  4×4 MFWD 4WD
Final drives: inboard planetary
Differential lock: mechanical rear
Steering: power
Brakes: mechanical wet disc
Cab: Two-post folding ROPS. ComfortVantage Cab optional.
Transmission: 9-speed partially synchronized

Hydraulics
















Type: open center
Pressure: 2750 psi
189.6 bar
Rear valves: 2 or 3
Pump flow: 15 gpm
56.8 lpm
Total flow: 15 gpm
56.8 lpm

Tracktor Hitch













Rear Type: II
Control: mechanical lower-link draft sensing
Rear lift (at ends): 5,292 lbs
2400 kg
Rear lift (at 24″/610mm): 4828 lbs
2189 kg

Power Take-off (PTO)













Rear PTO: independent
Clutch: dry disc
Rear RPM: 540/1000
Engine RPM: 540@2100
1000@2100

John Deere 6603 Engine detail














































Engine Detail
John Deere 6068T
turbocharged diesel
6-cylinder
liquid-cooled
Displacement: 414 ci
6.8 L
Bore/Stroke: 4.19×5.00 inches
106 x 127 mm
Power: 112 hp
83.5 kW
Compression: 17:1
Rated RPM: 2100
Firing order: 1-5-3-6-2-4
Starter volts: 12
Starter power: 4.2 hp
3.1 kW
Oil capacity: 20 qts
18.9 L
Coolant capacity: 19.5 qts
18.5 L
Intake valve clearance: 0.013 inches
0.330 mm
Exhaust valve clearance: 0.017 inches
0.432 mm



John Deere 6603 Transmission overview

Engine Oil

















Transmission: Top Shaft Synchronized (TSS)
Type: partially synchronized
Gears: 9 forward and 3 reverse
Clutch: 305mm cerametalic dry disc
Oil capacity: 61.2 qts
57.9 L
Three gears (1-3), plus reverse, (R) in three ranges (A-C). Gear shifts are synchronized. Tractor must be stopped to shift range.

John Deere 6603 Dimensions































2WD Wheelbase: 104.1 inches
264 cm
4WD Wheelbase: 103.8 inches
263 cm
2WD Length: 175 inches
444 cm
4WD Length: 171.6 inches
435 cm
Width: 73 inches
185 cm (rear fenders)
Ground clearance: 18 inches
45 cm
Rear axle: Flanged: 65.8 inch length
1671 mm
2WD Front tread: 58.7 to 80.4 inches
149 to 204 cm
4WD Front tread: 63.6 to 79.4 inches
161 to 201 cm
Rear tread: 59.5 to 79.4 inches
151 to 201 cm
















John Deere 6603 Weight
2WD ROPS Shipping: 8776 lbs
3980 kg
4WD ROPS Shipping: 9361 lbs
4246 kg
2WD Cab Shipping: 9658 lbs
4380 kg
4WD Cab Shipping: 10252 lbs
4650 kg



















John Deere 6603 Height
Steering wheel: 82.3 inches
209 cm
Hood: 70 inches
177 cm
ROPS: 110.7 inches
281 cm
Cab: 78 inches
198 cm
Exhaust: 118 inches
299 cm

FAQ

Is John Deere 6603 a good tractor?

The John Deere 6603 is one of the great tractors in the John Deere stable, and it has earned John Deere a fantastic reputation.

How much oil does a John Deere 6603 take?

Check out the John Deere 6603 oil capacity and oil type in the engine specs section as it may vary across the engines. Keep in mind, that older models might have their oil capacity increased over time. You may compare between the early and late oil capacity.

Do tractors have VIN numbers?

Every tractor has a VIN number. The number is usually engraved below the driver’s seat. Tractor manufacturers put the number in different places on the tractor body.

What was the last year John Deere made the 6403

The John Deere 6603 was an agricultural tractor model made from 2002 – 2008

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