A John Deere 9996 cotton picker is a self-propelled harvest machine designed to mechanically strip cotton bolls from plants across multiple rows simultaneously. John Deere is a recognised manufacturer of agricultural equipment serving farming operations across the world, with particular strength in harvest machinery for row crops.
This machine is configured as a six-row picker fitted with PRO-16 heads, enabling efficient harvesting of cotton across six passes per forward movement. The unit is powered by a John Deere 8.1-litre six-cylinder turbocharged diesel engine rated at 350 horsepower and meeting Tier II emission standards. Power is transmitted through a three-speed Hydrostat transmission, which provides smooth infinitely variable speed control suitable for varying field and crop conditions.
The picker rides on a two-wheel-drive chassis with dual front tyres measuring 20.8R42 and rear tyres of 480/65R24, providing traction and flotation across cotton fields. The cab is equipped with air conditioning and a Comfort Command operator seat to support extended harvest days. A 1,400-cubic-foot basket collects harvested cotton during operation, and an integral 345-gallon water tank supports on-board moisture management systems.
This particular machine shows 6,046 hours on the chassis and 4,330 hours on the fan, indicating moderate use for equipment of this class. It was manufactured in 2005 and remains in used condition. The machine is currently located in Arizona, USA.
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