New generation excavators
John Deere showcases the new 85 P-Tier and 510 P-Tier current generation excavator models that leverage technology developed from product lines and production systems across the entire John Deere enterprise.
“We are beyond excited about the future of our excavator line-up, including the new models available to our customers today and the machines being strategically designed and built for tomorrow,” says Aaron Klauer, global product manager, mid-and-large size excavators, John Deere. “We are constantly listening to the needs of the industry, and our future generation excavator models not only leverage what we’ve learned from our customers, but also utilizes John Deere’s decades of global excavator experience to bring the most innovative and game-changing machines to market.”
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| Compared to the 85 G-Tier model, the new 85 P-Tier features an 18 percent engine horsepower increase and the addition of a turbo for high-altitude performance. |
85 P-Tier excavator
Compared to the 85 G-Tier model, the new 85 P-Tier features an 18 percent engine horsepower increase and the addition of a turbo for high-altitude performance. Hydraulic performance improvements include increased pump torque and improved dig forces. The larger, redesigned cab is equipped with an eight-inch monitor with Bluetooth and a 270-degree camera system integrated into the main monitor. Improved service access and optional features, such as angle blade with float and continuous-flow auxiliary hydraulics, round out the updates that improve the performance and versatility of the 85 P-Tier machine.
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| Coming in at 51-metric tons, the 510 P-Tier is a replacement of the current 470 P-Tier model. |
510 P-Tier excavator
Coming in at 51-metric tons, the 510 P-Tier is a replacement of the current 470 P-Tier model. It has a variable undercarriage and can handle buckets five yards and above. By using a more efficient powertrain, including the integration of E-fans, this new model provides customers up to 25 percent lower maintenance costs, 15 percent lower repair costs and 20 percent lower fuel consumption. This machine is designed to deliver exceptional performance to customers in mass excavation or deep underground applications while providing significant improvement in the cost of ownership.
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