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
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.
| Model | Operating Weight (LBS) | Net Power (HP) | Max Dig Depth (FT. IN.) | Max Reach Along Ground (FT. IN.) | Max Dump Height (FT. IN.) | Bucket Digging Force (LBF) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 17 P-Tier | 3,790 | 14.5 | 7' 2" | 12' 6" | 8' 3" | 3,597 |
| 26 P-Tier | 5,780 – 6,110 | 20 | 8' 6" | 15' 2" | 10' – 10' 6" | 4,994 |
| 30 P-Tier | 6,850 – 7,220 | 23 | 9' 2" | 16' 1" | 9' 11" – 10' 6" | 6,110 |
| 35 P-Tier | 7,760 – 8,135 | 23.3 | 10' – 11' 4" | 17' 1" | 10' 10" – 11' 9" | 6,085 |
| 50 P-Tier | 10,560 – 10,847 | 35.9 | 11' 7" – 12' 7" | 19' 7" | 13' 4" – 14' 2" | 8,267 |
| 60 P-Tier | 13,250 – 13,620 | 53 | 12' 4" – 13' 6" | 20' 5" | 13' 8" – 14' 6" | 9,240 |
