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John Deere 648E Skidder Specs

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Overview

The John Deere Construction & Forestry John Deere 648E Skidder is a skidder listed in the Heavy Equipment Hub equipment database with structured specifications for comparison, research, and machine selection. Key specification points include engine power of 140 hp, operating weight of 29,100 lb, fuel capacity of 52.0 gal and hydraulic capacity of 11.0 gal. This model can be reviewed for equipment comparison, jobsite planning, fleet research, and specification-based machine selection. Use the full specifications table to compare the John Deere Construction & Forestry John Deere 648E Skidder against similar skidder models by power, weight, capacity, dimensions, speed, and other technical values.

Key Specifications

Operating Weight
29,100
lb

Net Power
140
hp

Gross Power
148
hp

Overall Length
24.12
ft

Full Specifications

42 specs

Dimensions

Cable Width 0.75 ft / 0.23 m

Drum Capacity At Cable Width 179 in / 4,547 mm

Grapple Capacity - Tongs Tip To Tip 10 yd³ / 7.65 m³

Ground Clearance 1.69 ft / 0.52 m

Height Of Grapple From Ground 4.51 ft / 1.37 m

Height to Top of Cab 9.91 ft / 3.02 m

Max Blade Height 51.58 in / 1,310 mm

Max Height Of Boom 12.08 ft / 3.68 m

Max Line Pull - Bare Drum 38,867 lb / 17,630 kg

Max Line Speed 242 mph / 389.5 km/h

Overall Length 24.12 ft / 7.35 m

Overall Width 10.21 ft / 3.11 m

Reach Of Grapple At Ground Level 7.35 ft / 2.24 m

Tong Opening At Tips 9.42 in / 239 mm

Wheelbase 11.26 ft / 3.43 m

Engine

Alternator Supplied Amperage 95 A

Cooling System Fluid Capacity 6.50 gal / 24.6 L

Displacement 414 cu in / 6.8 L

Drum Diameter 8 in / 203 mm

Engine Make 2240

Engine Model 6068T

Engine Oil Capacity 5 gal / 18.9 L

Front Diff Fluid Capacity 4.50 gal / 17.0 L

Fuel Capacity 52 gal / 196.8 L

Gross Power 148 hp / 110.4 kW

Hydraulic System Fluid Capacity 11 gal / 41.6 L

Max Speed - Forward 16.40 mph / 26.4 km/h

Max Speed - Reverse 5.90 mph / 9.5 km/h

Net Power 140 hp / 104.4 kW

Number of Cylinders 6

Number of Forward Gears 8

Number of Reverse Gears 4

Operating Weight 29,100 lb / 13,200 kg

Operational Voltage 12 V

Peak Torque 451 lb-ft / 611 Nm

Power Measured @ 2,200 rpm

Pump Flow 43 gal/min / 162.8 L/min

Rear Diff Fluid Capacity 7.50 gal / 28.4 L

Relief Valve Pressure 3,000 psi / 206.8 bar

Steering Angle 90 deg

Torque Measured @ 1,350 rpm

Transmission Fluid Capacity 7.80 gal / 29.5 L

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the operating weight of the John Deere Construction & Forestry John Deere 648E Skidder? +

The John Deere Construction & Forestry John Deere 648E Skidder has an operating weight of 29,100 lb (13,200 kg). This places it in a class suited for skidder applications where ground pressure and transport weight are key considerations.

How powerful is the John Deere Construction & Forestry John Deere 648E Skidder engine? +

The John Deere Construction & Forestry John Deere 648E Skidder produces 148 hp (110.4 kW) of engine power. This output is typical for its weight class and designed to handle demanding Skidder work cycles efficiently.

How does the John Deere Construction & Forestry John Deere 648E Skidder compare to similar Skidder models? +

You can compare the John Deere Construction & Forestry John Deere 648E Skidder side by side with any other model using the Heavy Equipment Hub compare tool. Key comparison points include engine power, operating weight, digging depth, hydraulic flow, and overall dimensions.