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Buhler Versatile 2145 vs Deere 6M 240

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.
Buhler Versatile

Buhler Versatile 2145

Category: Farm

Buhler Versatile 2145
TRACTORCOMPARE.COM
Power195 HP
Weight16,970lbs
Pump Flow30gpm
Deere
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Deere 6M 240

Category: Farm • Production: 2024 -

Deere 6M 240
TRACTORCOMPARE.COM
Power260.2 HP
Weight19,180lbs
Pump FlowN/Agpm

Decisive Performance Differentials

  • Deere 6M 240 provides +26.4 PTO HP more implement shaft power
  • Deere 6M 240 provides +2,210 lbs more unballasted traction mass

Multi-Axis Capability Radar

Normalized 5-pillar operational benchmark comparison

Buhler Versatile 2145
Deere 6M 240
Engine PowerBallast MassHydraulicsDisplacementGear Versatility
Engine PowerRated Horsepower
195 HPvs260.2 HP
Ballast MassOperating Weight
16,970 lbsvs19,180 lbs
HydraulicsStandard Flow
30 gpmvsOption Pack Required
DisplacementEngine Liters
7.5 Lvs6.8 L
Gear VersatilitySpeeds / Range
18F / 9RvsCVT / Standard

Head-to-Head Specification Differential

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

SpecificationBuhler Versatile 2145Deere 6M 240Advantage Delta
Power & Output
Rated Engine Horsepower
195 HP
260.2 HP
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PTO Horsepower (Tested)
167.6 HP
194 HP
+15.8%+26.4 PTO HP (+15.8%)
Traction Density Ratio
11.5 HP/1k lbs
13.6 HP/1k lbs
13.6 vs 11.5 HP / 1,000 lb (higher transport agility)
Dimensions & Weight
Base Operating Weight
16,970 lbs
19,180 lbs
+13%+2,210 lbs heavier
Engine Specs
Displacement
7.5 L
6.8 L
+0.7L larger displacement
Cylinders
6 Cylinders
6 Cylinders
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Hydraulics & Implements
Standard Hydraulic Pump Flow
30 gpm
N/A (Check Option Pack)
-
Rear SCV Remotes (Standard)
3 Valves
2 Valves
+1 extra standard remote circuits
3-Point Hitch Category
Category 3
Category IIIN
-
Chassis & Drivetrain
Drive Configuration
4WD
4WD
-
Transmission System
full power shift
infinitely variable transmission
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✓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

Deere Recommended

Deere commands superior frame weight (+2,210 lbs) for continuous draft traction in heavy gumbo soils.

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

Large-Scale Air Seeding & Hydraulic Drills

Data Inconclusive

Dedicated remote circuit hydraulic flow ratings are incomplete. Direct comparative seeding capacity requires dealer-verified option build sheets.

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

Road Hauling & Grain Cart Chase Duty

Deere Recommended

Deere 6M 240 offers superior 13.57 HP/1,000 lb agility, reducing road fuel overhead on rapid grain bin transit cycles.

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

Soil Compaction & Wet Ground Flotation

Buhler Versatile Recommended

Buhler Versatile 2145 features a lighter footprint (-2,210 lbs), reducing deep subsoil compaction during damp spring planting windows.

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

Select Deere 6M 240 for superior tractive frame ballast and engine power reserves across evaluated field tasks.

Evidence Coverage80%Empirical Spec Depth

Decision Analysis & Editorial Verdict

Engine Decision Verdict

Deere 6M 240 holds the specification edge across verified benchmark criteria, led by higher rated horsepower. Consider 6M 240 for demanding high-capacity field duties, while Buhler Versatile 2145 provides a competitive footprint for alternative duty cycles.

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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: $312,000 after down payment
Down Payment20%
0%20% (Standard)50%
Annual APR5.99%
Financing Term Duration (Months)
Estimated Monthly Payment Differential
Buhler Versatile 2145$3,711 /mo
60 payments$222,660 total
Deere 6M 240$6,030 /mo
60 payments$361,800 total
Estimated Monthly Delta:$2,319 /mo savings

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

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