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John Deere 6068HFG82

6068 Series

In Production

The John Deere 6068HFG82 is a 6.8-litre inline-6 diesel engine for generator sets, rated at 168 kVA / 134 kWe standby power at 1,500 RPM (50 Hz). It is a liquid-cooled engine built in United States. It meets Euro Stage IIIA / U.S. EPA Tier 3 emissions standards.

John Deere 6068HFG82 6.8L L6 diesel generator engine — 168 kVA standby specifications
John Deere 6068HFG82 6.8L L6 diesel generator engine — 168 kVA standby specifications
Standby Power · 50 Hz
168 kVA
Electrical Output
134 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 Power134.4121151.3
Standby Power148.9134167.5

60 Hz1800 RPM

kWmkWekVA
Prime Power136.7123153.8
Standby Power151.1136170

Technical Specifications

BrandJohn Deere
Model6068HFG82
Series6068 Series
ConfigurationL6
Cylinders6
Displacement6.8 L
Fuel TypeDiesel
Ignition TypeCompression Ignition
Cooling MethodLiquid-Cooled
Emissions StandardEuro Stage IIIA / U.S. EPA Tier 3
Country of OriginUnited States

Frequently asked questions

What is the power output of the John Deere 6068HFG82?

The John Deere 6068HFG82 is rated at 168 kVA standby / 151 kVA prime at 50 Hz (1,500 rpm); and 170 kVA standby / 154 kVA prime at 60 Hz (1,800 rpm).

Does the 6068HFG82 run at 50 Hz or 60 Hz?

The John Deere 6068HFG82 is available for both 50 Hz (1,500 rpm) and 60 Hz (1,800 rpm).

What fuel does the John Deere 6068HFG82 use?

The John Deere 6068HFG82 is a diesel generator-set engine.

What is the displacement and cylinder configuration of the 6068HFG82?

The John Deere 6068HFG82 is an inline-6 (6-cylinder) engine with a displacement of 6.8 L.

What emissions standard does the 6068HFG82 meet?

The John Deere 6068HFG82 is certified to Euro Stage IIIA / U.S. EPA Tier 3 emissions standards.

Is the John Deere 6068HFG82 still in production?

Yes — the John Deere 6068HFG82 is a current production model.

Is a datasheet available for the 6068HFG82?

Yes — an official John Deere datasheet for the John Deere 6068HFG82 can be downloaded from this page.

Reference

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

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