Marine Propulsion Engines by John Deere

Whether you’re relaxing on your yacht or hard at work – worrying about your engine is the last thing you want to do. That’s why recreational and commercial boat owners have been relying on John Deere engines for more than 30 years. John Deere PowerTech™ engines are quiet, reliable, and require minimal maintenance. And they are backed by a company you can count on for service and support – no matter where you explore or work.

John Deere marine engines are some of the most powerful on the water.

  • Excellent fuel economy
  • Low noise & vibration
  • Compact design for easy installation

R.A. Mitchell Co., Inc. is pleased to provide propulsion engines by John Deere. The John Deere Engines are available with a number of options. 12V or 24V systems, Twin Disc or ZF gears, Gear Cooler Kits, three or four groove pulleys, Flybridge Panels, wet exhaust’s and more.

Below is a range of the engines John Deere offers in the various ratings. When choosing an engine, please call on us to ensure the proper engine rating for your application. We look forward to working with you!


The John Deere 4045D 80BHP

The John Deere 4045 DFM Marine Propulsion naturally aspirated 4 cylinder, 4 cycle and is available keel cooled or heat exchanger cooled.

The John Deere 4045TFM – 107BHP, 121BHP and 135BHP

The John Deere 4045 TFM Marine Propulsion turbocharged 4 cylinder, 4 cycle Electronic Engine is available keel cooled or heat exchanger cooled.

The John Deere 6068TFM – 158BHP, 178BHP and 210BHP

The John Deere 6068TFM Marine Propulsion turbocharged 6 cylinder, 4 cycle Electronic Engine is available keel cooled or heat exchanger cooled.

The John Deere 6068SFM – 236BHP, 267BHP and 300BHP

The John Deere 6068SFM Marine Propulsion turbo-charged 6 cylinder, 4 cycle is heat exchanger cooled only.

The John Deere 6068SFM75 – 249HP, 280BHP, 321BHP, 355BHP and 400BHP

The John Deere 6068SFM75 Marine Propulsion turbo-charged 6 cylinder, 4 cycle is heat exchanger cooled only.

The John Deere 6081AFM – 235BHP, 300BHP,330BHP and 375BHP

The John Deere 6081AFM Marine Propulsion turbocharged 6 cylinder, 4 cycle electronic Engine is available in keel cooled or heat exchanger cooled.

The John Deere 6125AFM 341BHP, 400BHP, 455BHP, 526BHP

The John Deere 6125AFM Marine Engine turbocharged, 6 cylinder, 4 cycle electronic engine is available in keel cooled or heat exchanger cooled.

The John Deere 6125SFM 380BHP, 449BHP, 526BHP, 610BHP

The John Deere 6125SFM Marine Engine turbocharged, 6 cylinder, 4 cycle electronic engine and is available as heat exchanger cooled.

Scania Marine Propulsion Engines

As part of our effort to suit all of our clients needs, we are pleased to be working with the Scania line of Marine Propulsion engines. Please call for further information!

  • Scania Marine Propulsion engines (COMING SOON)