HEAD-TO-HEAD EQUIPMENT SHOWDOWN

AGCO RT180A vs Deere 6155M

Specification differential, power-to-weight analysis, hydraulic benchmarks, and equipment decision guidance.

Different Measurement ProtocolsMeasurement standard or power basis is unspecified for one or both machines.
AGCO
Spec Winner

AGCO RT180A

Category: Farm

AGCO RT180A
TRACTORCOMPARE.COM
Power215 HP
WeightN/Albs
Pump Flow29gpm
Deere

Deere 6155M

Category: Farm

Deere 6155M
TRACTORCOMPARE.COM
Power164 HP
Weight13,073lbs
Pump Flow26.4gpm

Decisive Performance Differentials

  • AGCO RT180A provides +43.2 PTO HP more implement shaft power
  • AGCO RT180A provides +2.6 gpm higher base hydraulic flow (+9.8%)

Multi-Axis Capability Radar

Normalized 5-pillar operational benchmark comparison

AGCO RT180A
Deere 6155M
Engine PowerBallast MassHydraulicsDisplacementGear Versatility
Engine PowerRated Horsepower
215 HPvs164 HP
Ballast MassOperating Weight
No Recordvs13,073 lbs
HydraulicsStandard Flow
29 gpmvs26.4 gpm
DisplacementEngine Liters
7.4 Lvs6.8 L
Gear VersatilitySpeeds / Range
24F / 0Rvs20F / 0R
FIELD PROVEN FOOTAGE SHOOTOUT

Dual Field Action & Powertrain Sound

Side-by-side operational field footage verified with computer vision & acoustic audits.

VLM Visual & Audio Audited
AGCO RT180A
Field footage queue pending reviewNebraska test report laboratory acoustics available in spec card
Deere 6155M
John Deere 6155M
John Deere 6155M
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Head-to-Head Specification Differential

Side-by-side technical parameters with calculated delta advantage & percent differentials

SpecificationAGCO RT180ADeere 6155MAdvantage Delta
Power & Output
Rated Engine Horsepower
215 HP
164 HP
-
PTO Horsepower (Tested)
189.9 HP
146.7 HP
+29.4%+43.2 PTO HP (+29.4%)
Traction Density Ratio
N/A
12.5 HP/1k lbs
-
Dimensions & Weight
Base Operating Weight
N/A
13,073 lbs
-
Engine Specs
Displacement
7.4 L
6.8 L
+0.6L larger displacement
Cylinders
6 Cylinders
6 Cylinders
-
Hydraulics & Implements
Standard Hydraulic Pump Flow
29 gpm
26.4 gpm
+9.8%+2.6 gpm flow
Rear SCV Remotes (Standard)
3 Valves
3 Valves
Tie
3-Point Hitch Category
Category 2/3 Opt Optional
Category IIIN/II
-
Chassis & Drivetrain
Drive Configuration
4WD
4WD
-
Transmission System
partial power shift
four-speed power shift
-
✓Specifications independently cross-referenced with official OECD & Nebraska test codes.
Official Engineering Test Reports

Buyer Decision Export Tools

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AI MATCHUP ARBITER & FIELD WORKLOAD ADVISOR

Operational Field Verdict Matrix

Algorithmic suitability assessment cross-referencing Nebraska draft tests against four agricultural workloads.

Real-time Engineering Synthesis

Primary Tillage & Deep Chisel Plowing

Data Inconclusive

Comparative draft ballast analysis is unavailable due to missing unballasted operating weight specifications on one or both tractors.

Tractive efficiency in heavy soil depends heavily on static axle load rather than pure unballasted horsepower.

Large-Scale Air Seeding & Hydraulic Drills

AGCO Recommended

AGCO offers continuous high-capacity hydraulic flow (29 gpm, +2.6 gpm advantage), effortlessly sustaining fan motors and down-pressure circuits simultaneously.

Variable-rate air carts require independent remote valve pressure regulation without starving steering hydraulics.

Road Hauling & Grain Cart Chase Duty

Data Inconclusive

Insufficient operating weight or horsepower records to compute comparative road transport traction agility.

Higher agility power-to-weight ratios dramatically improve turnaround times during peak harvesting windows.

Soil Compaction & Wet Ground Flotation

Data Inconclusive

Chassis weight data missing on one or both units; ground footprint contact pressure cannot be responsibly determined.

Preserving soil porosity and preventing hardpan buildup saves diesel fuel in subsequent years.
Fleet Manager Recommendation

AGCO RT180A holds a verified rated horsepower lead (215 HP vs 164 HP). However, essential operating ballast or auxiliary hydraulic pump ratings remain unrecorded for a definitive overall workload recommendation. Consult OEM dealer build sheets before pairing with demanding implements.

Evidence Coverage77%Empirical Spec Depth

Decision Analysis & Editorial Verdict

Engine Decision Verdict

AGCO RT180A holds the specification advantage across verified metrics, led by higher rated horsepower. For heavy field draft tasks, evaluate RT180A; for operations sensitive to operating costs or implement compatibility, Deere 6155M remains a direct benchmark contender.

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Equipment Financing & Monthly Payment Estimator

Model cash flows, estimated installment burdens, and financing differentials for agricultural leases or loans.

Zero Credit Impact Estimate
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Financed: $192,000 after down payment
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Financed: $192,000 after down payment
Down Payment20%
0%20% (Standard)50%
Annual APR5.99%
Financing Term Duration (Months)
Estimated Monthly Payment Differential
AGCO RT180A$3,711 /mo
60 payments$222,660 total
Deere 6155M$3,711 /mo
60 payments$222,660 total
Estimated Monthly Delta:$0 /mo savings

*Indicative estimates based on standard Tier-1 agricultural commercial rates. Taxes, freight, attachments, and insurance not included.

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