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John Deere 6068HFG05

6068 Series

In Production

The John Deere 6068HFG05 is a 6.8-litre inline-6 diesel engine for generator sets, rated at 180 kVA / 144 kWe standby power at 1,500 RPM (50 Hz). It is a liquid-cooled engine built in United States. It meets U.S. EPA Final Tier 4 emissions standards.

John Deere 6068HFG05 6.8L L6 diesel generator engine — 180 kVA standby specifications
John Deere 6068HFG05 6.8L L6 diesel generator engine — 180 kVA standby specifications
Standby Power · 50 Hz
180 kVA
Electrical Output
144 kWe
Cylinders
L6
Displacement
6.8 L
Rated Speed
1,500 / 1,800 RPM

Power Ratings

kWm = mechanical shaft power · kWe = electrical output · kVA = kWe ÷ 0.8 pf

50 Hz1500 RPM

kWmkWekVA
Prime Power144.4130162.5
Standby Power160144180

60 Hz1800 RPM

kWmkWekVA
Prime Power170153191.3
Standby Power187.8169211.3

Technical Specifications

BrandJohn Deere
Model6068HFG05
Series6068 Series
ConfigurationL6
Cylinders6
Displacement6.8 L
Fuel TypeDiesel
Ignition TypeCompression Ignition
Cooling MethodLiquid-Cooled
Emissions StandardU.S. EPA Final Tier 4
Country of OriginUnited States

Frequently asked questions

What is the power output of the John Deere 6068HFG05?

The John Deere 6068HFG05 is rated at 180 kVA standby / 163 kVA prime at 50 Hz (1,500 rpm); and 211 kVA standby / 191 kVA prime at 60 Hz (1,800 rpm).

Does the 6068HFG05 run at 50 Hz or 60 Hz?

The John Deere 6068HFG05 is available for both 50 Hz (1,500 rpm) and 60 Hz (1,800 rpm).

What fuel does the John Deere 6068HFG05 use?

The John Deere 6068HFG05 is a diesel generator-set engine.

What is the displacement and cylinder configuration of the 6068HFG05?

The John Deere 6068HFG05 is an inline-6 (6-cylinder) engine with a displacement of 6.8 L.

What emissions standard does the 6068HFG05 meet?

The John Deere 6068HFG05 is certified to U.S. EPA Final Tier 4 emissions standards.

Is the John Deere 6068HFG05 still in production?

Yes — the John Deere 6068HFG05 is a current production model.

Is a datasheet available for the 6068HFG05?

Yes — an official John Deere datasheet for the John Deere 6068HFG05 can be downloaded from this page.

Reference

Last database update
2026-05-29
Manufacturer files
1 datasheet linked

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