A John Deere 9996 cotton picker is a self-propelled harvesting machine designed to mechanically pick cotton from the plant, strip and clean the fiber, and collect it in an onboard basket. John Deere is a major manufacturer of agricultural equipment serving row-crop and commodity farming operations worldwide.
This 2007 model is configured as a six-row picker equipped with PRO-16 heads and operates on two-wheel drive. The machine is powered by a 350-horsepower John Deere 8.1-liter turbocharged six-cylinder diesel engine meeting Tier II emissions standards. Power is delivered through a three-speed hydrostatic transmission, allowing variable ground speed without gear shifting—a critical feature for maintaining consistent picking quality across varying field conditions.
The chassis has accumulated 5,898 hours of operation, while the fan assembly shows 4,570 hours, indicating recent or selective service on that component. The picker rides on dual front tires measuring 20.8R42 and rear tires of 480/65R24, sized for load distribution and field traction across row-crop terrain.
The cab is equipped with air conditioning and a Comfort Command seat, providing operator comfort during long harvest days. The cotton basket holds 1,400 cubic feet of capacity, reducing the frequency of unloading stops during operation. An onboard water tank of 345-gallon capacity supports dust suppression and cooling functions during picking.
The machine is located in Arizona, USA, and is offered in used condition.
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