John Deere 6800 vs New Holland T6040 Elite

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John Deere 6800

John Deere 6800

120 HP · 1993–1997

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New Holland T6040 Elite

New Holland T6040 Elite

120 HP · 2007–2012

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Verdict by the numbers

  • The John Deere 6800 and the New Holland T6040 Elite deliver the same power: 120 HP.
  • The New Holland T6040 Elite is the more recent model: production started in 2007, versus 1993 for the John Deere 6800.
  • The New Holland T6040 Elite is heavier: 5654 kg versus 4989 kg for the John Deere 6800.
  • The John Deere 6800 offers a higher rear lift capacity: 6841 kg versus 5527 kg.

Full specs comparison

John Deere 6800New Holland T6040 Elite
Power120 HP120 HP
Production years1993–19972007–2012
FuelDieselDiesel
Cylinders64
Displacement6.8 L4.5 L
Weight4 989 kg5 654 kg
Drive4WD4WD
TransmissionPartial power shiftPartial power shift
Rear lift capacity6 841 kg5 527 kg
Wheelbase264 cm241 cm
Length455 cm
CabYesYes

Frequently asked questions

Which is more powerful, the John Deere 6800 or the New Holland T6040 Elite?

The John Deere 6800 and the New Holland T6040 Elite deliver the same power: 120 HP.

Which is more recent, the John Deere 6800 or the New Holland T6040 Elite?

The New Holland T6040 Elite is the more recent model: production started in 2007, versus 1993 for the John Deere 6800.

Which is heavier, the John Deere 6800 or the New Holland T6040 Elite?

The New Holland T6040 Elite is heavier: 5654 kg versus 4989 kg for the John Deere 6800.

Which has the higher lift capacity, the John Deere 6800 or the New Holland T6040 Elite?

The John Deere 6800 offers a higher rear lift capacity: 6841 kg versus 5527 kg.

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