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Compare John Deere mini excavator specs side-by-side to find the right fit for your job site

See how John Deere's mini excavators stack up in terms of horsepower, digging depth, breakout force, and more

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John Deere Construction & Forestry 35 P-Tier John Deere

The John Deere compact excavator lineup includes machines with operating weights ranging from 1.7 to 6 metric tons that can fit a variety of contractor needs, from the 17 P-Tier, with its variable-width undercarriage and foldable blade for passing through tight entryways, to the 60 P-Tier, with a standard climate-controlled cab.

Every compact excavator model is equipped with a mechanical quick-coupler and auxiliary hydraulics, making it easier to pair compact excavator attachments to improve versatility and productivity in a variety of applications.

The John Deere 35 P-Tier, for example, can perform effectively in close quarters and challenging spaces with a maximum digging depth of 10 feet and reach of 17 feet, 1 inch. 

Key features of the 35 P-Tier

  • Zero-tail-swing design maximizes manoeuvrability 
  • Spacious operator station with wide entryway 
  • Auto-idle automatically reduces engine speed when hydraulics aren't in use 
  • Standard backfill blade allows for grading and filling 
  • Independent-swing boom and 360-degree rotation 
  • Standard quick-soupler-equipped boom-mounted auxiliary hydraulic lines for simple attachment hookup 

Compare more mini excavator specs with our comprehensive guide. 

A spec sheet for John Deere compact excavators

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One John Deere Place
Moline, IL
US, 61265

Website:
deere.com

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