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SKIDDERS
GRAPPLE 548G-III 648G-III 748G-III CABLE 540G-III 640G-III
Vertis QCA
Cyan Magenta Yellow Black
DKE648GIII- PG 1
1300 19th Street, Suite 200
East Moline, IL 61244
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N THE PERFECT SKIDDER th FOR YOUR IMPERFECT WORKING CONDITIONS. Yo wi Ch Full Tree System—No one offers the extensive product line, dealer network PAGES and tough, purpose-built machines like John Deere. 2–3 Vertis QCA Cyan Magenta Yellow Black DKE648GIII- PG 2 1300 19th Street, Suite 200 East Moline, IL 61244 SKIDDERS GRAPPLE 548G-III 648G-III 748G-III CABLE 540G-III 640G-III
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GRAPPLE 548G-III/ GRAPPLE 648G-III/ GRAPPLE 748G-III CABLE 540G-III CABLE 640G-III Rated Power @ 2,200 rpm 129 SAE gross hp 96 kW 171 SAE gross hp 128 kW 177 SAE gross hp 132 kW Rated Power @ 2,200 rpm N/A 185 SAE gross hp 138 kW N/A with Torque Converter 32% @ 1,400 rpm/ 28% @ 1,400 rpm/ 35% @ 1,400 rpm/ Maximum Gross Torque 407 lb-ft 552 Nm 521 lb-ft 706 Nm 596 lb-ft 808 Nm Maximum Gross Torque 40% @ 1,400 rpm/ N/A N/A with Torque Converter Option 618 lb-ft 838 Nm ™ ™ ™ Engine Type 6.8 L De
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C M G Joh Th lin Standard decking blade has a ac replaceable, weld-on cutting edge of high-carbon material for longer life. A heavy-duty blade (optional on the 648G-III, standard on the 748G-III) is wider at 9-ft 8-in (2,95 m) with a heavier weld- on cutting edge for more tire protection and improved weight distribution. GRAPPLE SKIDDERS IMPRESS THE GUYS BACK AT THE LANDING. You can count on John Deere Grapples to pick up a load the fi rst try. The innovative G-III Series Grapples are d
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John Deere winches provide the power and confi dence you need to skid big loads. CABLE SKIDDERS MAKE THE MOST OF EVERY LOAD. G-III Series Cable Skidders have the power to skid big loads. John Deere winches give you the power and reliability you need. The rear assembly is built forest-tough to withstand the heavy They are easy to operate with a single lever, and feature powerful buffering they endure. The adjustable fairlead, heavy butt pan, line pull, sealed wet-disc clutches, and spring-appl
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LET’S KICK THE TIRES. 6.8 L and 8.1 L Deere engines feature high torque rise, heavy- duty engine blocks, proven durability and fuel effi ciency. The standard 4000 winch on cable skidders boosts a bare drum line pull up to 47,697 lbf (212 kN), while the optional 6000, only available on the 640G-III, pulls a massive 50,517 lbf (225 kN). They are both easily operated with a single lever and feature sealed, wet-disc clutches and spring- applied, hydraulically activated brakes for extreme dur
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Grapples are designed with two hydraulic cylinders that adjust to each load. Closed-center, load-sensing hydraulics maintain constant pressure on the tongs. Industry-leading cab design utilizes isolation Three internal ribs on each tong mounts for reduced noise, vibration, and driver make them stronger without fatigue. Operator comforts include a seat that adding weight, and tong tips are swivels up to 30 degrees, ergonomically located constructed of wear-resistant controls, a tilt/tele
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648G-III / 640G-III THE 600 SERIES SKIDDERS RUN CLEAN WITHOUT COMPROMISE. ™ The muscle behind the 600 Series Skidders is the powerful PowerTech Plus 6.8 L engine that runs clean without sacrifi cing power. All John Deere skidder engines meet EPA and CARB The 600 Series Skidders feature an enhanced cooling system emission non-road regulations, while maintaining the with a new, more effi cient sucker fan design, which draws legendary John Deere power. air in the front, through the cooling packa
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Southern Thinning Special Designed specifi cally to make fi rst thinnings more profi table, the optional 648G-III Single Arch Grapple Skidder can pull larger loads each turn to increase the amount of wood to the landing every shift. It has a large 123-in (312 cm) grapple and an extended 145-in (368 cm) wheelbase for better balance and stability to handle larger loads. The wider stance improves traction when reversing uphill or backing up to a gate delimber. New bulkhead fi ttings in the cab T
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Al MORE POWER. MORE COMFORT. fue tur co MORE DONE. Po The G-III Series Skidder engines deliver high torque-on-demand power pe and best-in-class cabs that will keep your operator happy and your landing busy. A PAGES 10–11 Vertis QCA Cyan Magenta Yellow Black DKE648GIII- PG 10 1300 19th Street, Suite 200 East Moline, IL 61244 SKIDDERS GRAPPLE 548G-III 648G-III 748G-III CABLE 540G-III 640G-III
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45˚ All John Deere engines use an advanced, electronically controlled The quiet, isolation-mounted cabin on the G-III Series Skidders fuel injection system that produces more torque for quick will keep the operator working effortlessly without sacrifi cing turnaround and faster cycles. The common rail fuel injection system control or production effi ciency. The seat is fully adjustable controls the big power bulge programmed into the torque curve. for individual height and weight, and it swivel
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The hydraulic wet-disc brakes are completely sealed and immersed in an oil cooling bath. They are self-equalizing and self-adjusting for wear, extending their service intervals. AS RELIABLE AS THE WORKDAY IS LONG. Building reliability into the transmissions and axles sets the G-III Series Skidders apart from the competition load after load. Not only are John Deere transmissions built to work effi ciently, With a choice of tires and axles, you can build a skidder but the internal oil fl o
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Direct drive or torque converter powershift—choose G. the one that’s right for your job. The standard direct drive powershift transmission puts the most power to the axles on mostly fi rm ground and for short-to- medium skidding distances. The 100-inch (254 cm) SWEDA axles, for fl otation tires or duals, has a massive housing, large axle and fl ange, plus its own dipstick for fast oil check. Vertis QCA Cyan Magenta Yellow Black DKE648GIII- PG 13 1300 19th Street, Suite 200 East Moline IL 612
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STRETCH YOUR DAILY OPERATING COSTS FURTHER. When it comes to servicing, it’s good to know your skidder will make it as quick and painless as possible. There’s nothing to compare with the simple service access these skidders offer. The cab can be released and hydraulically tilted in a few minutes, providing unrestricted access to all critical components. Daily servicing points are easy to get at as well, making routine maintenance less of a chore. PAGES 14–15 Vertis QCA Cyan Magenta Yellow
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Quick-release fuel fi lters and separators, spin-on oil fi lters, and oil drain shut-off for spill-free oil changes make daily maintenance a snap. The panel door behind the cab can be lowered for easy access to HVAC’s fi lers, evaporators, blower motor, and optional precleaner. Extended Coverage Warranty lets you custom fi t coverage to your specifi c needs, giving you a fi xed cost for machine repairs over a given period of time. Whether you work in a severe-service operation or just wa
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TECHNICAL DATA 548G-III 648G-III 748G-III GRAPPLE SKIDDERS ENGINE 548G-III 648G-III 748G-III HY Type ................................................ John Deere 6068T, 6-cylinder, .............................John Deere 6068H, 6-cylinder, ............................John Deere 6081H, 6-cylinder, Pu meets EPA and CARB emission meets EPA and CARB emission meets EPA and CARB emission non-road regulations, non-road regulations, non-road regulations, with altitude compensating with alt
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HYDRAULIC SYSTEM 548G-III 648G-III DIRECT DRIVE 748G-III Pump .........................................................Variable-displacement axial piston ..................... Variable-displacement axial piston ......................Variable-displacement axial piston Maximum Rated Flow ...........................27 gpm 102 L/min @ 2,200 rpm ........................ 42 gpm 159 L/min @ 2,200 rpm ........................42 gpm 159 L/min @ 2,200 rpm Pressure ......................................
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TECHNICAL DATA 548G-III 648G-III 748G-III GRAPPLE SKIDDERS J 5 T N O P JOHN DEERE G-III SERIES GRAPPLE SKIDDERS DIMENSIONS 548G-III 648G-III DIRECT DRIVE 648G-III TORQUE CONVERTER 748G-III 6 Tire Size ......................................28L-26, 14 PR LS2 ..........................28L-26, 14 PR LS2 .........................30.5-32, 16 PR LS2 ................................ 30.5-32, 16 PR LS2 T A Overall Height* .....................9-ft 10.5-in 3,01 m ..........................9-ft 11-in
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JOHN DEERE G-III SERIES GRAPPLE SKIDDERS 548G-III DIMENSIONS WITH TIRES Tire Size 23.1-26 28L-26 24.5-32 23.1-26 28L-26 24.5-32 (narrow gauge) (narrow gauge) (narrow gauge) N Ground Clearance ..................19.6-in 498 mm .........20.2-in 514 mm ........23.5-in 598 mm .........19.6-in 498 mm ......... 20.2-in 514 mm ........ 23.5-in 598 mm O Wheel Tread ...........................7-ft 3-in 2,21 m ..........7-ft 6-in 2,29 m ........8-ft 2-in 2,49 m .........6-ft 8.9-in 2,06 m ....... 7-ft
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TECHNICAL DATA 540G-III 640G-III CABLE SKIDDERS ENGINE 540G-III 640G-III HY Type ................................................ John Deere 6068T, 6 cylinder, ...................................................................John Deere 6068H, 6-cylinder, Pu meets EPA and CARB emission non-road regulations, meets EPA and CARB emission non-road regulations, with altitude compensating spark-arresting turbocharger with altitude compensating spark-arresting turbocharger Rated Power @ 2,20
