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John Deere 648H Skidder Specs

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Overview

The John Deere Construction & Forestry John Deere 648H 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 172 hp, operating weight of 32,245 lb, fuel capacity of 78.0 gal and hydraulic capacity of 15.0 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 648H Skidder against similar skidder models by power, weight, capacity, dimensions, speed, and other technical values.

Key Specifications

Operating Weight
32,245
lb

Gross Power
172
hp

Overall Length
23.73
ft

Overall Width
10.18
ft

Full Specifications

35 specs

Dimensions

Blade Width 7.17 ft / 2.19 m

Cable Width 0.75 ft / 0.23 m

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

Grapple Capacity - Tongs Tip To Tip 10.45 yd³ / 7.99 m³

Ground Clearance 1.69 ft / 0.52 m

Height Of Grapple From Ground 2.61 ft / 0.80 m

Height to Top of Cab 9.92 ft / 3.02 m

Max Blade Height 51.50 in / 1,308 mm

Max Height Of Boom 11.14 ft / 3.40 m

Max Line Pull - Bare Drum 43,388 lb / 19,681 kg

Overall Length 23.73 ft / 7.23 m

Overall Width 10.18 ft / 3.10 m

Reach Of Grapple At Ground Level 7.07 ft / 2.15 m

Tong Opening At Tips 10.42 in / 265 mm

Wheelbase 11.26 ft / 3.43 m

Engine

Alternator Supplied Amperage 90 A

Axle Oscillation 30 lb / 14 kg

Displacement 414 cu in / 6.8 L

Drum Diameter 8 in / 203 mm

Engine Make 2240

Engine Model 6068H

Fuel Capacity 78 gal / 295.3 L

Gross Power 172 hp / 128.3 kW

Hydraulic System Fluid Capacity 15 gal / 56.8 L

Max Speed - Forward 14.30 mph / 23.0 km/h

Max Speed - Reverse 10.80 mph / 17.4 km/h

Number of Cylinders 6

Number of Forward Gears 8

Number of Reverse Gears 7

Operating Weight 32,245 lb / 14,626 kg

Operational Voltage 12 V

Power Measured @ 2,200 rpm

Pump Flow 29 gal/min / 109.8 L/min

Relief Valve Pressure 3,100 psi / 213.7 bar

Steering Angle 45 deg

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Frequently Asked Questions

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

The John Deere Construction & Forestry John Deere 648H Skidder has an operating weight of 32,245 lb (14,626 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 648H Skidder engine? +

The John Deere Construction & Forestry John Deere 648H Skidder produces 172 hp (128.3 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 648H Skidder compare to similar Skidder models? +

You can compare the John Deere Construction & Forestry John Deere 648H 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.