The size ratio of the front wheels to the rear ones is precisely determined in order to produce a positive front wheel lead of between 1.5 and 4%. Positive front wheel lead should never be less than 1% and never greater than 7%, otherwise the tires will become deformed or suffer undue wear. To ascertain the correct ratio when changing tires, proceed as follows:

Ascertain tractor data:

1. Gear pair on differential. The gear pair is displayed on the transmission type plate. The following pairs are possible:

• 47/10
• 53/10
• 53/9

2. Transmission ratio of front axle. This figure is displayed on the front axle type plate. The following ratios are possible:

• 13,13
• 15,89

3. Transmission ratio of gear pair for FWD axle (output). This figure is displayed on the transmission type plate. The following ratios are possible:

• 1,692 = gear pair F
• 1,725 = gear pair G
• 1,760 = gear pair H
• 1,795 = gear pair I
• 1,833 = gear pair J
• 1,870 = gear pair K
• 1,907 = gear pair L
• 1,943 = gear pair M
• 1,990 = gear pair N
• 2,028 = gear pair O

Ascertain tire data:

This information must be ascertained from the tire manufacturer's manual.

1. Select tires with suitable load-bearing capability.

2. Select tires appropriate to the tractor's top speed.

3. From the manual, ascertain the rolling circumference of the tire desired for the rear wheel.

4. From the manual, ascertain the rolling circumference of the tire desired for the front wheel.

Ascertain the following data:

1. The difference in rolling circumferences between the front and rear tires must be between 945 mm (37.2 in.) and 1618 mm (63.7 in.).

2. Check that the index radius (to ISO Standard 4251) of the rear wheel lies within the relevant range (see also tables in "Specifications"):

• not more than 665 mm (26.2 in.) with 47/10 differential, e.g. 14.9R30
• not more than 745 mm (29.3 in.) with 53/10 differential, e.g. 15.5R38 or 16.9R34
• not more than 820 mm (32.3 in.) with 53/9 differential, e.g. 18.4R38

3. Calculate the rolling circumference ratio of the rear tire to the front tire.

4. Using the data on the differential gear pair and the front axle transmission ratio, ascertain which of the following 4 tables applies.

In the line (F - O) with the gear pair that applies to the tractor, find the value that corresponds to the calculated rolling circumference ratio.

The column gives the front wheel lead that may be achieved with the tire combination.

If the calculated ratio does not lie within the range of values stated, either select a different tire combination or change the gear pair for the front wheel drive axle.

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IMPORTANT: The largest front tires on 6010, 6110 and 6210 tractors must not exceed an index radius of 610 mm (24.0 in.). The largest front tires on 6310 and 6410 tractors must not exceed an index radius of 620 mm (24.4 in.).

If a new pair of tires is selected for a tractor with cab, the basic informator (BIF), the Basic Control Unit (BCU) and ground speed sensor (radar) must be recalibrated. See your John Deere dealer.

Example

The intention is to fit a tractor with 18.4-34 / 14.9-24 tires, made by a certain manufacturer.

The differential gear pair is 53/9.

The transmission ratio of the front axle is 15,89.

The transmission ratio of the gear pair for the front wheel drive axle is 1,943 (= gear pair M).

According to the tire manufacturer's manual, the desired tires have the following rolling circumferences:

• 18.4-34 = 5003 mm (197 in.)
• 14.9-24 = 3795 mm (149.4 in.).

The difference between the rolling circumferences is 1208 mm (47.5 in.), i.e. within the acceptable range.

The index radius (to ISO standard) of the rear tire is 770 mm (30.3 in.). The tire is therefore compatible with the differential.

The ratio of rolling circumferences is:

In this example, the correct table is table 4 (53/9 differential and 15,89 transmission ratio at front axle). The line for gear pair M includes the figure 1,322, which is sufficiently close to the calculated value of 1,318. The front wheel lead of the desired tire combination is therefore 2%.

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