| Manufacturer | John Deere |
| Price | 620,010(USD) |
| Model | 9RX 490 |
| Equipment Type | 4wd Track Tractors |
| Factory | None |
KEY SPECS
| Engine description | John Deere PowerTech 13.6L (B20 diesel compatible) |
| Engine displacement | 13.6 L/827 cu in. |
| Rated engine power | 360 kW/490 hp |
| Maximum engine power | 396 kW/539 hp |
| Rated PTO power (hp SAE) | 249 kW/335 hp |
| Transmission type | John Deere e18 18-speed PowerShift with Efficiency Manager: 40 km/h/25 mph |
| Hydraulic pump rated output | Standard: 208 L/min/55 gpm/Optional: 416 L/min/110 gpm |
| Rear hitch category (SAE designation) | Category 4N: 6804 kg/15,000 lb/Category 4N: 9072 kg/20,000 lb/Category 4N/N: 6804 kg/Category 4N/N: 9072 kg |
| Base machine weight | Narrow undercarriage: 24,639 kg/54,320 lb/Wide undercarriage: 25,546 kg/56,320 lb |
ENGINE SPECIFICATIONS
The John Deere 9RX 490 features a robust 13.6L PowerTech diesel engine with inline, 6-cylinder configuration that is optimized for high efficiency at a rated speed of 2100 rpm. Its integration of a wastegated turbocharger and air-to-air aftercooling maximizes power output while maintaining compliance with Final Tier 4 emissions standards through advanced DOC and SCR aftertreatment systems, ensuring environmentally responsible operation. The use of wet-sleeve cylinder liners allows for easier engine maintenance and potential longevity, making it suitable for high-demand agricultural applications.
| Description | John Deere PowerTech 13.6L (B20 diesel compatible) |
| Engine type | Diesel, inline, 6-cylinder, wet-sleeve cylinder liners with four valves in-head |
| Rated speed | 2100 rpm |
| Aspiration | Single wastegated turbocharger with air-to-air aftercooling and cooled exhaust gas recirculation (EGR) |
| Emission level | Final Tier 4 (FT4) |
| After treatment type | Diesel oxidation catalyst (DOC)/selective catalytic reduction (SCR) |
| Displacement | 13.6 L/827 cu in. |
ENGINE PERFORMANCE
The John Deere 9RX 490 tractor boasts a robust rated power of 360 kW (490 hp) and a substantial PTO power of 249 kW (335 hp), making it suitable for heavy-duty applications. The engine's peak torque of 2262 Nm at 1600 rpm, combined with a PTO torque rise of 38%, allows for superior performance in demanding scenarios like plowing or tilling. However, while the power boost feature can enhance productivity by 10%, it may also increase fuel consumption, necessitating careful management for cost efficiency.
| Rated power | 360 kW/490 hp |
| Rated PTO power (hp SAE) | 249 kW/335 hp |
| Power boost | 10 percent |
| Maximum engine power | 396 kW/539 hp |
| Engine peak torque | At 1600 rpm: 2262 Nm 1668 lb-ft |
| PTO torque rise | 38 percent |
TRANSMISSION
The John Deere 9RX 490 is equipped with an e18 18-speed PowerShift transmission, enabling efficient gear shifting and enhanced power management, particularly advantageous for heavy tillage operations at a top speed of 40 km/h (25 mph). Efficiency Manager optimizes engine speed in relation to load, improving fuel efficiency and reducing operational costs. However, the complexity of the transmission may require advanced operator training to maximize its potential in various field scenarios.
| Type | John Deere e18 18-speed PowerShift with Efficiency Manager: 40 km/h/25 mph |
HYDRAULIC SYSTEM
| Type | Closed-center, pressure-and-flow compensated |
| Pump rated output | Standard: 208 L/min/55 gpm/Optional: 416 L/min/110 gpm |
| Available flow at a single rear SCV | 1.3-cm (1/2-in.) couplers: 132 L/min/35 gpm/1.9-cm (3/4-in.) couplers: 159 L/min/42 gpm |
| Number of rear selective control valves (SCVs) | Four to eight factory or field installed/Base: four 1.3-cm (1/2-in.) couplers/Optional: five to six 1.3-cm (1/2-in.) couplers factory installed/Optional: three 1.9-cm (3/4-in.) couplers plus five 1.3-cm (1/2-in.) couplers factory installed |
| SCV control | Electronic |
REAR HITCH
| Hitch category (SAE designation) | Category 4N: 6804 kg/15,000 lb/Category 4N: 9072 kg/20,000 lb/Category 4N/4: 6804 kg/Category 4N/4: 9072 kg |
| Maximum lift capacity behind lift points | Category 4N/4: 9072 kg/20,000 lb |
| Sensing type | Electrohydraulic with draft sensing |
DRAWBAR
| Drawbar category | Category 5 |
| Maximum vertical load | 5440 kg/12,000 lb |
REAR POWER TAKE-OFF (PTO)
| Type | Independent/44 mm (1.75 in.) 20-spline, 1000 rpm |
| PTO actuation | Electrohydraulic |
REAR AXLE
| Final drive type | Bull gear and double idler with floating pinion |
| Rear differential lock | Full-locking electrohydraulic |
FRONT AXLE
| Front axle differential lock | Full-locking electrohydraulic |
TRACKS
| Tread spacing | Narrow undercarriage: 2032, 2235, or 3048 mm/80, 88, or 120 in./Wide undercarriage: 2218 or 3048 mm/87 or 120 in. |
| Drive type | Camso® 3500 and 6500 Ag Series - reinforced drive lug technology |
| Track width | Standard: 762 mm/30 in./Optional: 457.2, 610, or 914 mm/18, 24, or 36 in. |
| Midrollers | Narrow undercarriage: Three/Wide undercarriage: Two |
STEERING
| Type | Standard: Hydraulic power steering/Optional: ActiveCommand Steering (ACS®) |
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
| Alternator size | Standard: 250 amp/Optional: 330 amp |
| Battery options | 12 V |
| Working lights | Standard: 18 halogen/Optional: 18 or 24 LED plus 8 LED conveninence lights |
| Type of bulb in headlight (Halogen, Zenon, LED) | Standard: halogen, 65 W/Optional: LED |
| Total cold cranking amps | 3 x 925 CCA/Total: 2775 CCA |
OPERATOR STATION
| Seat | Degree of seat swivel, left hand/25 degree (angle)/Degree of seat swivel, right hand/40 degree (angle)/Air suspension |
| Cab suspension | Standard |
| Instructional seat | Standard |
| Display | Standard: Generation 4 4600 CommandCenter: 25.4 cm/10 in./Optional: Extended monitor |
| Radio | Standard: AM/FM stereo with weatherband, remote controls, auxiliary input jack, four speakers and external antenna/Optional: Touchscreen radio |
| Inner cab volume | 3.27 m3/115 cu ft |
| Cab glass area | 6.64 m2/71.47 sq ft |
DIMENSIONS
| Wheelbase | 4125 mm/162.4 in. |
| Overall length | Excluding hitch: 8309 mm/327.1 in./Including hitch and coupler: 8545 mm/336.4 in. |
| Drawbar clearance | 311 mm/12.2 in. |
| Approximate shipping weight, Open;Cab | Narrow undercarriage: 24,639 kg/54,320 lb/Wide undercarriage: 25,546 kg/56,320 lb |
WEIGHT
| Base machine weight | Narrow undercarriage: 24,639 kg/54,320 lb/Wide undercarriage: 25,546 kg/56,320 lb |
| Maximum ballast level | 28,576 kg/63,000 lb |
CAPACITIES
| Crankcase oil volume | 64 L/16.9 U.S. gal. |
| Fuel tank | 1514 L/400 U.S. gal. |
| Diesel exhaust fluid (DEF) tank | 120 L/31.7 U.S. gal. |
| Cooling system | 56.5 L/14.9 U.S. gal. |
| Transmission-hydraulic system | With 3-point hitch and PTO: 227 L/60 U.S. gal./Without 3-point hitch and PTO: 220 L/58 U.S. gal. |
SERVICEABILITY
| Interval for engine oil change | 500 hours |
| Interval for hydraulic/transmission oil change | 1500 hours |
| Interval for engine coolant change | 6000 hours |
PRECISION AG
| Guidance | Integrated AutoTrac |
| Telematic | Available with JDLink hardware, activations, and Ethernet harnesses (availability dependent upon destination) |
| Remote diagnostics | Available with activated JDLink hardware and activations |