John Deere- 648L-III

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Details

CategorySkidder
MakeJohn Deere
Model648L-III
HoursNew
ConditionNew

Additional Information

Description

Manufacturer Overview

Grapple Skidder

Value Story

The John Deere 648L-III Grapple Skidder offers power and efficiency for forestry professionals, delivering superior traction, durability, and comfort to maximize productivity in the most demanding terrain.

Features

Features

  • Gross Power: 237 hp (177 kW)
  • Gross Torque: 756 ft-lb (1025 Nm)
  • Maximum Grapple Capacity: 17.5 sq ft (1.63 m²)
  • Operating Weight: 42,512 lb. (19,283 kg)

Benefits

Computer-generated graphic of the green Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT) used in L-III skidders

Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT) Offers the Best of Both Worlds

The CVT combines the efficiency of a direct-drive with the smooth operation of a hydrostatic drive, delivering efficient power and eliminating the need for gear shifting. This helps operators maintain desired speeds and maximizes productivity by easing the learning curve.

Side view of a 768-III bogie skidder's engine housing, featuring removable panels and swing-out coolers

Easy Serviceability Increases Uptime

The skidders are designed for efficient maintenance with ground-level access to daily service points, swing-out coolers for easy debris cleaning, and detachable engine panels for wide-open access. These features, along with remote diagnostics and extended hydraulic filter intervals, help reduce downtime and prevent costly repairs.

Operator's hand touching a point on a precision forestry display unit's screen, which is mounted within a green cab

Primary Display Unit

Ergonomic, 12-in. Primary Display Unit centralizes machine gauges, work-time analytics, TimberMatic™ Maps/TimberManager™, camera views, and enables Remote Display Access for faster remote diagnostics and reduced downtime.

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Availability

This machine is available at the following 4Rivers locations:

Albuquerque, NM
Colorado Springs, CO
Commerce City, CO
Durango, CO
El Paso, TX
Farmington, NM
Frederick, CO
Grand Junction, CO
Hobbs, NM
Las Cruces, NM
Pueblo West, CO