International Harvester 6588 vs John Deere 6M 180

Side-by-side specs comparison

International Harvester 6588

International Harvester 6588

177 HP · 1981–1984

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John Deere 6M 180

John Deere 6M 180

177 HP · 2024+

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Verdict by the numbers

  • The International Harvester 6588 and the John Deere 6M 180 deliver the same power: 177 HP.
  • The John Deere 6M 180 is the more recent model: production started in 2024, versus 1981 for the International Harvester 6588.
  • The John Deere 6M 180 is heavier: 8700 kg versus 7402 kg for the International Harvester 6588.

Full specs comparison

International Harvester 6588John Deere 6M 180
Power177 HP177 HP
Production years1981–19842024+
FuelDieselDiesel
Cylinders66
Displacement7.6 L6.8 L
Weight7 402 kg8 700 kg
Drive4WD4WD
TransmissionPower shiftPower shift
Gears (fwd/rev)16 / 8—
Rear lift capacity—4 595 kg
Wheelbase279 cm279 cm
Length579 cm498 cm
CabYesYes

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