{"id":25504,"date":"2019-03-25T17:01:23","date_gmt":"2019-03-25T07:01:23","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.machines4u.com.au\/mag\/?p=25504"},"modified":"2019-03-25T17:01:23","modified_gmt":"2019-03-25T07:01:23","slug":"buyers-guide-john-deere-s690","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.machines4u.com.au\/mag\/buyers-guide-john-deere-s690\/","title":{"rendered":"Buyer\u2019s Guide to the John Deere S690 Combine Harvester"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Buying a combine harvester, such as the <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.machines4u.com.au\/brand\/john-deere\/s690\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">John Deere S690<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, is a big purchasing decision. So it\u2019s important to make the right choice. With this in mind, we\u2019ve created this buyer\u2019s guide to see how the S690 stacks up, and if it\u2019s the machine for you.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">But first, you need to set expectations about what you\u2019re getting from your harvester. After all, they are an investment that can cost up to 500K!<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">So, your harvester should deliver:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A timely harvest<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Maximum grain in the bin<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Quality harvested products<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Least amount of harvest losses<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Economical and reliable operation<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For each of these points <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.machines4u.com.au\/brand\/john-deere\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">John Deere<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> delivers. They are the industry leader for agricultural machinery and equipment manufacturing, and are one of the <\/span><a href=\"\/mag\/10-tips-buying-used-combine-harvester\/#roundup1\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">big 4 combine brands<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> to choose from.<\/span><\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_25509\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-25509\" style=\"width: 409px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-25509 \" src=\"\/mag\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/John-Deere-S690-combine-harvester-e1553496231231-300x190.jpg\" alt=\"John Deere S690 combine harvester\" width=\"409\" height=\"259\" srcset=\"https:\/\/magmedia.machines4u.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/25164151\/John-Deere-S690-combine-harvester-e1553496231231-300x190.jpg 300w, https:\/\/magmedia.machines4u.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/25164151\/John-Deere-S690-combine-harvester-e1553496231231-500x317.jpg 500w, https:\/\/magmedia.machines4u.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/25164151\/John-Deere-S690-combine-harvester-e1553496231231.jpg 624w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 409px) 100vw, 409px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-25509\" class=\"wp-caption-text\"><span style=\"font-size: 8pt;\">Pictured: 2012 John Deere S690 combine Source: Machines4U<\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">What to Expect from the John Deere S690 Combine?<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The S690 is the largest model in the John Deere S-Series combine harvester range. It outranks <\/span><a href=\"\/mag\/buyers-guide-john-deere-s680-combine-harvesters\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">the S680<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> with greater horsepower and a larger clean grain system. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This combine harvester is best suited to agricultural harvesting of wheat, rice, barley, oats, peas, soya, canola and maize. The high performance of John Deere\u2019s S-Series combines boils down to the front-end equipment that has greater harvesting capacity than earlier models thanks to the 14,100 L grain tank.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">So, if you\u2019re looking for a machine suited to large commercial-scale harvesting, the S690 is a combine to seriously consider.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The S690 in Action<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><iframe width=\"800\" height=\"450\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/lxoktTiVUDM?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe><\/p>\n<p><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Take a look at how 11 S690 combine harvesters tackle wheat harvesting<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400; font-size: 8pt;\">Disclaimer: The combine harvester in this clip may be an overseas model. The Australian model may vary from above.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">John Deere S690 Price<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Machines4U data shows that used John Deere S690 models range between $260,000 and $460,350, which averages at $355,436. The current average cost comes in at $334,091* depending on the condition, age and hours of the machine.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">With a big brand name, comes a high price tag, which is why a brand new machine can set you back more than $600,000.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">S690 Specs Overview<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Engine: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">John Deere PowerTech PSS Engine<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Cylinders: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">6<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Max Power: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">543 HP<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Conveyor Width: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1,397 mm<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Conveyor Length: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1,727 mm<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Fuel Capacity: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1,250 L<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Grain Tank Capacity: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">14,096 L<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Unloading Rate: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">135 L\/s<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Operating Weight: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">19,221.5 kg<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.deere.com.au\/assets\/publications\/index.html?id=a55cba3c#42\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">See the full specs of the John Deere S690 here<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Pros &amp; Cons of the S690 Combine Harvester<\/span><\/h2>\n<figure id=\"attachment_25507\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-25507\" style=\"width: 441px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-25507\" src=\"\/mag\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/John-Deere-S690-300x225.jpg\" alt=\"John Deere S690\" width=\"441\" height=\"331\" srcset=\"https:\/\/magmedia.machines4u.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/25164146\/John-Deere-S690-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/magmedia.machines4u.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/25164146\/John-Deere-S690-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/magmedia.machines4u.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/25164146\/John-Deere-S690-500x375.jpg 500w, https:\/\/magmedia.machines4u.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/25164146\/John-Deere-S690.jpg 1008w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 441px) 100vw, 441px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-25507\" class=\"wp-caption-text\"><span style=\"font-size: 8pt;\">Pictured: John Deere S690 combine harvester Source: Machines4U<\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">There are a number of benefits and things to consider when looking at the S690 combine harvester. We\u2019ve found some of the main points and listed them below.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Benefits<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A few of the main features include:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><b>CommandTouch<\/b><b>\u2122<\/b><b> multi-speed feederhouse drive<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u2014this feature provides extra high-torque drive capacity, and allows users to easily match ground speed to crop conditions on the go.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><b>High-performance S-Series EvenMax cleaning system<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u2014provides reduced slope sensitivity and delivers results with a multi-levelled shoe design.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><b>Isochronus engine governor<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u2014provides constant engine speed resulting in increased overall capacity and efficiency, as well as reduced fuel usage.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><b>Closed-center hydraulics system<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u2014runs cooler than open-center hydraulics, uses less horsepower and allows for an easier engine start.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><b>ProDrive<\/b><b>\u2122<\/b><b> propulsion system<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u2014maintains high productivity on all terrain as the system automatically shifts between two speed ranges as the ground changes.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><b>Flexible cab options<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u2014choose from the standard, deluxe or premium cab options which all feature unsurpassed visibility and operator comfort.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<figure id=\"attachment_25508\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-25508\" style=\"width: 422px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-25508 \" src=\"\/mag\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/S690-cab-300x224.jpg\" alt=\"S690 combine harvester cab\" width=\"422\" height=\"315\" srcset=\"https:\/\/magmedia.machines4u.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/25164149\/S690-cab-300x224.jpg 300w, https:\/\/magmedia.machines4u.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/25164149\/S690-cab-500x373.jpg 500w, https:\/\/magmedia.machines4u.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/25164149\/S690-cab.jpg 620w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 422px) 100vw, 422px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-25508\" class=\"wp-caption-text\"><span style=\"font-size: 8pt;\">Pictured: John Deere S690 Cab Harvester Source: Machines4U<\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Things to Consider<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">As with every machine, there are things to note, including:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><b>Expense<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u2014as mentioned, the S690 is more expensive to buy than previous models. Used models go for anywhere from $260,000 to $460,000. So, it\u2019s important to consider whether you need the new technology.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><b>Tech maintenance<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u2014with newer technology comes regular maintenance and the possibility of downtime when problems do occur. If the tech does play up, you will require a diagnosis and often re-calibration to get things back up and running.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><b>Loud cab<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u2014According to anecdotal feedback, the cab is louder than other models and brands of combine harvester, which can be a dealbreaker for some.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><b>High fuel consumption<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u2014some users note that the S690 has a high fuel consumption rate, but it\u2019s impossible to know what circumstances operators experienced to cause this.<\/span><\/b><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>So, is the S690 for you? If so, you can find a range of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.machines4u.com.au\/brand\/john-deere\/s690\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">used John Deere S690 combines for sale here<\/a>.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400; font-size: 8pt;\">Sources: The Combine Forum, John Deere brochures, deere.com.au<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400; font-size: 8pt;\">*Prices are based on Machines4U listing data provided by sellers\/advertisers and are an approximation only. Data is correct up to and at the time of publishing. Prices may change and need to be verified with individual sellers.<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Buying a combine harvester, such as the John Deere S690, is a big purchasing decision. So it\u2019s important to make the right choice. With this in mind, we\u2019ve created this buyer\u2019s guide to see how the S690 stacks up, and if it\u2019s the machine for you. 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