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On Test: John Deere 6M 240 - simplified power

Now offering up to 50km/h road speeds and a CVT transmission for the first time, James Huyton gets behind the wheel of John Deere's 270hp 6M 240 to see how it performs on test

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John Deere鈥檚 6M 240 pulls together power and pedigree, topping the large frame section of the range.
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John Deere鈥檚 6M 240 pulls together power and pedigree, topping the large frame section of the range.

John Deere is renowned for bringing some of the most iconic modern-day classic tractors to the marketplace. From the 6000 series to the 10, 20 and 30 series, each range holds its own flagship icon that...

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