Quick answer:
The John Deere 260 transmission listing shows 16F/16R gears and 16-speed. Top forward speed is 12.4 mph. Transmission options include PowerShift.
Forward/reverse gears16F/16R
Forward speed20 km/h
Transmission optionsPowerShift
John Deere 260 Transmission Specs
| Forward/reverse gears | 16F/16R |
|---|---|
| Transmission gear count | 16-speed |
| Top forward speed | 12.4 mph |
| Transmission options | PowerShift |
| Transmission type | PowerShift |
Transmission Speed Comparison Chart
Top forward speed comparison
John Deere 260 Extra Transmission Notes
| Gear note | For the John Deere 260, the main transmission numbers captured here are 16F/16R forward/reverse gears and a 16-speed transmission figure. These are the specs buyers usually compare first because they show the usable gearing range |
|---|---|
| Speed note | The available speed figure for the John Deere 260 is 12.4 mph forward. Reverse speed was not captured cleanly in this row |
| Options note | Transmission options captured for the John Deere 260 include PowerShift. That keeps the option listing fairly simple, but the exact package should still be checked on the individual tractor |
Official information note
Mistakes do happen. Transmission specs can change by year, trim, region, tire size and option package. Please check the operator manual, build sheet and official deere.com website for official information.







