John Deere 6601 Combine Parts

The John Deere 6601 combine was a key player in the agricultural landscape of the late 1970s, solidifying John Deere's reputation for durable and dependable harvesting equipment. Production years extended from [SPECIFIC START YEAR] to [SPECIFIC END YEAR]. At its heart was a powerful [SPECIFIC ENGINE BRAND, if known] diesel engine, generating approximately [SPECIFIC HP] horsepower, with a displacement of [SPECIFIC DISPLACEMENT]. The 6601 employed a conventional threshing system, utilizing a [SPECIFIC CYLINDER WIDTH, if known] inch wide cylinder to efficiently separate grain from the crop. It boasts a substantial grain tank capacity of around [SPECIFIC BUSHEL CAPACITY] bushels, and an unloading auger capable of emptying the tank at a rate of roughly [SPECIFIC BU/MIN] bushels per minute. Farmers could equip their 6601 with various header sizes, typically ranging from [SPECIFIC MIN HEADER WIDTH] to [SPECIFIC MAX HEADER WIDTH] feet. Optional equipment included a straw chopper or spreader to manage residue effectively. The cab, while simpler than modern designs, offered essential controls and visibility for the operator. The 6601 was particularly well-suited for harvesting wheat, soybeans, and corn in appropriate field conditions.