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John Deere 60 Specifications

The John Deere 60 skid steer loader is powered by 42.2 cubic inches (0.7L) Kohler KT17 two-cylinder air-cooled gasoline engine with a rated power of 17 hp (12.7 kW) at 3400 rpm. The John Deere 60 is equipped with a radial-lift loader boom, one-speed hydrostatic transmission, 60 drive chains, and 5.70x12 (Std) or 8.50x12 (Opt) tires. The hydraulic system has a pump with fluid flow rate of 7.5 gpm (28.4 lpm). The hydraulic pressure is 1500 psi (103 bar). The skid steer loader has a rated operating capacity of 600 lbs (272 kg) and tipping load of 1200 lbs (545 kg). The lift height is 95.3 inches (2420 mm) to hinge pin, and dump height is 72.8 inches (1850 mm).

Engine Specs

Engine Model ...................... Kohler KT17
Engine Type ...................... 4-stroke twin-cylinder air-cooled gasoline
Number of Cylinders ...................... 2
Displacement, cu.in (L) ...................... 42.2 (0.69)
Engine Bore, in (mm) ...................... 3.13 (79.4)
Engine Stroke, in (mm) ...................... 2.75 (69.8)
Rated Engine Power, hp (kW) ...................... 17.0 (12.7)
Rated Engine Speed, rpm ...................... 3400
Fuel System ...................... Carburetor
Carburetor Type ...................... Side draft, adjustable jet
Fuel Pump Type ...................... Mechanical
Lubrication System ...................... Pressurized
Oil Pump Type ...................... Rotor
Cooling System ...................... Air-cooled
Spark Plug Type ...................... Champion RBL15Y
Spark Plug Gap, in (mm) ...................... 0.025 (0.635)
Intake Valve Clearance, in (mm) ...................... 0.003-0.006 (0.08-0.15)
Exhaust Valve Clearance, in (mm) ...................... 0.011-0.014 (0.29-0.35)
Fuel Tank Capacity, gal (L) ...................... 5.0 (19.0)
Oil Capacity, qts (L) ...................... 1.9 (1.8)
Electrical System Rating, Volts ...................... 12
Charging System ...................... Alternator
Alternator Rating, Amps ...................... 20

Drive Train

Drive System Type ...................... 4-wheel drive, hydrostatic transmission
Number of Gears ...................... Single
Chain Drive Type ...................... 60 roller chains
Front Tire Size (Std) ...................... 5.70x12
Rear Tire Size (Std) ...................... 5.70x12
Front Tire Size (Opt) ...................... 8.50x12
Rear Tire Size (Opt) ...................... 8.50x12
Forward Speed (Max), mph (kph) ...................... 4.3 (6.8)
Reverse Speed (Max), mph (kph) ...................... 4.3 (6.8)

Hydraulic System

Hydraulic System Type ...................... Open center
Pump Flow, gpm (Lpm) ...................... 7.5 (28.4)
System Pressure, Bar (psi) ...................... 103 (1500)
Hydraulic System Capacity, gal (L) ...................... 18.0 (68.2)
Number of Valves ...................... 3

Loader Performance

Rated Operating Capacity, lbs (kg) ...................... 600 (272)
Tipping Load, lbs (kg) ...................... 1200 (545)
Loader Boom Type ...................... Radial-lift

Dimensions and Weight

Wheelbase, in (mm) ...................... 29.2 (740)
Height (Boom Raised), in (mm) ...................... 124.8 (3170)
Height (Operator Cab), in (mm) ...................... 74.5 (1890)
Length (w/o Bucket), in (mm) ...................... 73 (1855)
Length (Bucket On Ground), in (mm) ...................... 95.8 (2430)
Width (w/o Bucket), in (mm) ...................... 35.5 (900)
Height to Hinge Pin (Fully Raised), in (mm) ...................... 95.3 (2420)
Dump Angle At Max Height, deg ...................... 38
Dump Height (Fully Raised), in (mm) ...................... 72.8 (1850)
Dump Reach At Max Height, in (mm) ...................... 13.5 (345)
Rollback Angle At Ground Level, deg ...................... 26
Departure Angle, deg ...................... 19
Maximum Grading Angle, deg ...................... 100
Bucket Width, in (mm) ...................... 35 (890)
Ground Clearance, in (mm) ...................... 5.0 (127)
Carry Position, in (mm) ...................... 10.3 (260)
Clearance Circle Radius, in (mm) ...................... 45.8 (1160)
Shipping Weight, lbs (kg) ...................... 1890 (860)
Operating Weight, lbs (kg) ...................... 2075 (940)

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