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On Test: John Deere 6M 240 - simplified power

Now offering up to 50km/h road speeds and a CVT transmission for the first time, James Huyton gets behind the wheel of John Deere's 270hp 6M 240 to see how it performs on test

James Huyton
Machinery and 51AV视频Technology Specialist
clock 鈥� 9 min read
John Deere鈥檚 6M 240 pulls together power and pedigree, topping the large frame section of the range.
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John Deere鈥檚 6M 240 pulls together power and pedigree, topping the large frame section of the range.

John Deere is renowned for bringing some of the most iconic modern-day classic tractors to the marketplace. From the 6000 series to the 10, 20 and 30 series, each range holds its own flagship icon that...

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