Models 350 and 380 John Deere excavators are now available in the company’s P-tier versions. These are the first excavators to be launched under the company’s Performance Tiering strategy.
The Deere 350 P-tier and Deere 380 P-tier excavators are designed to deliver “exceptional performance, efficiency, comfort, and service life in demanding, high-production applications,” according to the company. The Deere 350 is a 40-ton machine; the 380 operates at 85,462 pounds.
Both excavators have SmartGrade technology as a factory option and field upgrade kits. Customers can choose from 2D guidance, 3D guidance, 2D SmartGrade Ready Control, and SmartGrade 3D Control, and can upgrade as necessary. Overdig protect limits the bucket's cutting edge from going below the target design surface.
Visibility around the machines has been improved with the option of a right, rear, and left camera system with LED surround lighting that provides enhanced 270 degree visibility and is integrated into the primary display in the cab. Front LED work lights are standard, and options include a heated air suspension seat, premium leather heated and cooled seat, and additional deluxe LED work lights.
Fuel economy is up 7 percent compared to previous models via electric on-demand cooling fans that reduce engine load, in-line after treatment for less restriction and system complexity, along with increased front piping diameter to cut down hydraulic restriction.
Source: John Deere
