2018 John Deere 648L Base

2018 John Deere 648L Base

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  • Year 2018
  • Make John Deere
  • Model 648L
2018 John Deere 648L Base

2018 John Deere 648L Base

2018 John Deere 648L

Strong, silent type.

Your operators can go quietly about their business with less fatigue in the cab of an L-Series Skidder. Designed by loggers for loggers, fatigue-beating creature comforts include a more efficient HVAC system, improved ergonomic controls, and plenty of storage space. Joystick steering and an optional rotating seat reduce strain on your back and neck. The equals more productivity.

Features may include:Engine

The easy-to-use CVT transmission combines the smoothness and operating ease of a hydrostatic transmission with the fuel efficiency of a lockup torque converter.

Grapples

New larger grapples give you more flexibility to configure a skidder to best match your application. The new arch design provides a better view to bunches for more efficient loading.

Cab Comfort

The cab is 25-percent roomier and 50-percent quieter. Other fatigue-beating creature comforts include a more efficient HVAC system, improved ergonomic controls, and plenty of storage space.

Quick and Easy Serviceability

Filters and critical components are conveniently located for fast service. Large panels are easily removed for wide-open access to the engine compartment, and the cab tilts to provide a quick route to other components.

Engine

Engine Manufacturer John Deere
Engine Type PowerTech PVX 6068
Engine Torque 1025 Nm (756 lbf / ft)
Bore 106 mm (4.17 in)
Stroke 127 mm (5.00 in)
Displacement 6.8 ltr (415 in)
Cooling System Heavy-duty radiator with continuos deaeration tank and recovery reservoir
Cylinder Liners 6
Aspiration Turbocharged and charge-air-cooled
Air Cleaner Dual stage with continous deaeration tank and recovery reservior
Fuel System High-pressure common rail

Drivetrain

Transmission Continuous Variable Transmission
Differential, Front Axle: Inboard planetary
Differential, Rear Axle: Inboard planetary
Steering Articulation Angle: 45

Brakes

Brake System Type Service: Wet discs

Battery

Battery Capacity, Nominal 950 CCA

Electric

Alternator 150 Amp

Operational

Operating Conditions Rated Line Pull: 182.3 kN (41000 lbf)
Operating Speed Rated Line Speed: 19.2 m (63 ft/min)

Hydraulics

Hydraulic Pump Axial Piston

Dimensions

Dimensions Tong Opening At Tips: 3022 mm (119 in) | Enclosure Area: 1.24 mm (13.3 ft)
Wheelbase 3680 mm (144.8 in)
Overall Length 7682 mm (302.5 in)
Overall Height 3365 mm (132.5 in)
Overall Width 3233 mm(127.3 in)
Ground Clearance 557 mm (21.9 in)
Width Dozer Blade: 2192 mm (86.3 in)
Height Dozer Blade: 687.6 mm (27.1 in)
Depth, Maximum Dozer Blade - Dig: 359 mm (14.1 in)

Capacities

Fuel Capacity Tank: 342.2 ltr (90.4 gallons)
Hydraulic Capacity Tank: 123.6 ltr(32.6 gallons)

Weights

Weight Operating: 16686 kg (36787 lbs) | Machine: 16686 kg (36.787 lb.)

Features

Features Oscillation Point: Front Axle | Oscillation Angle: 15

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