HEAD-TO-HEAD EQUIPMENT SHOWDOWN

Deere 6R 165 vs Deere 8245R (2009–2010)

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

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Deere 6R 165

Category: Farm • Production: 2022 -

Deere 6R 165
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Power178.4 HP
Weight15,653lbs
Pump FlowN/Agpm
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Deere 8245R (2009–2010)

Category: Farm

Deere 8245R (2009–2010)
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Power237 HP
Weight25,868lbs
Pump Flow44gpm

Decisive Performance Differentials

  • Deere 8245R (2009–2010) provides +105.8 PTO HP more implement shaft power
  • Deere 8245R (2009–2010) provides +10,215 lbs more unballasted traction mass

Multi-Axis Capability Radar

Normalized 5-pillar operational benchmark comparison

Deere 6R 165
Deere 8245R (2009–2010)
Engine PowerBallast MassHydraulicsDisplacementGear Versatility
Engine PowerRated Horsepower
178.4 HPvs237 HP
Ballast MassOperating Weight
15,653 lbsvs25,868 lbs
HydraulicsStandard Flow
Option Pack Requiredvs44 gpm
DisplacementEngine Liters
6.8 Lvs9 L
Gear VersatilitySpeeds / Range
CVT / Standardvs16F / 4R
FIELD PROVEN FOOTAGE SHOOTOUT

Dual Field Action & Powertrain Sound

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

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Deere 6R 165
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Deere 8245R (2009–2010)
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Head-to-Head Specification Differential

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

SpecificationDeere 6R 165Deere 8245R (2009–2010)Advantage Delta
Power & Output
Rated Engine Horsepower
178.4 HP
237 HP
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PTO Horsepower (Tested)
129 HP
234.8 HP
+82%+105.8 PTO HP (+82%)
Traction Density Ratio
11.4 HP/1k lbs
9.2 HP/1k lbs
11.4 vs 9.2 HP / 1,000 lb (higher transport agility)
Dimensions & Weight
Base Operating Weight
15,653 lbs
25,868 lbs
+65.3%+10,215 lbs heavier
Engine Specs
Displacement
6.8 L
9 L
+2.2L larger displacement
Cylinders
6 Cylinders
6 Cylinders
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Hydraulics & Implements
Standard Hydraulic Pump Flow
N/A (Check Option Pack)
44 gpm
-
Rear SCV Remotes (Standard)
Optional / Standard
3 Valves
-
3-Point Hitch Category
Category IIIN
Category optional with ILS
-
Chassis & Drivetrain
Drive Configuration
4WD
4WD
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Transmission System
continuously-variable transmission
full power shift
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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 (+10,215 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 6R 165 has a sharper 11.4 HP/1,000 lb power-to-weight ratio for rapid hill-climbing acceleration with loaded grain carts.

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

Soil Compaction & Wet Ground Flotation

Deere Recommended

Deere 6R 165 features a lighter footprint (-10,215 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 8245R (2009–2010) 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 8245R (2009–2010) holds the specification edge across verified benchmark criteria, led by higher rated horsepower. Consider 8245R for demanding high-capacity field duties, while Deere 6R 165 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: $192,000 after down payment
Down Payment20%
0%20% (Standard)50%
Annual APR5.99%
Financing Term Duration (Months)
Estimated Monthly Payment Differential
Deere 6R 165$3,711 /mo
60 payments$222,660 total
Deere 8245R (2009–2010)$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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