A John Deere 9986 cotton picker is a six-row harvesting machine designed to mechanically strip cotton bolls from standing plants and collect them into an onboard storage bin. Cotton pickers are essential equipment in commercial cotton production, automating a labour-intensive process and significantly increasing harvest speed and efficiency across large acreage. John Deere is a globally recognised manufacturer of agricultural machinery, serving farming operations across multiple crop types and scales.
This 2002 model is a six-row configuration, meaning it harvests six rows of cotton simultaneously in a single pass. The machine is powered by a John Deere 8.1-litre turbocharged diesel engine (model 6081HN003) rated at 325 horsepower. It is equipped with a hydrostatic transmission, which provides smooth, infinitely variable speed control—a key feature for maintaining consistent harvesting performance across varying field conditions. The onboard storage hopper has a capacity of 1,400 cubic feet, allowing extended operation between unloading cycles.
The chassis has accumulated 3,111 operating hours, with the fan system recording 2,414 hours. The machine rides on front tyres measuring 14.9×24 and rear tyres measuring 20.8×42, a configuration that distributes weight effectively and provides the traction needed for field work. The cab is fully enclosed with air conditioning and an AM/FM radio, providing operator comfort during long harvest days.
This machine is located in Arizona, USA and is offered in used condition at $59,682.
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