John Deere 6900 vs John Deere 6R 130

Verdict: John Deere 6900 vs John Deere 6R 130

The John Deere 6900 and the John Deere 6R 130 are both tractors — here is how they stack up on the figures that matter. John Deere 6900 leads on rated power with 130 hp against 129 hp. John Deere 6900 is the lighter machine (5,391 kg vs 6,199 kg), which helps on soft ground and transport, while the heavier model carries more ballast for traction-limited draft work. John Deere 6900 holds more fuel (250.2 L vs 195 L) for longer stints between fills. John Deere 6R 130 is the newer design (2022 vs 1994). In short: choose the John Deere 6900 for outright pulling power, or the John Deere 6R 130 if a tighter budget and lighter footprint matter more. Compare the full spec tables below before booking a demo.