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24 – 2 7 M E T R I C T O N S
EXCAVATORS
D
240D LC | 270D LC
Vertis QCA
Cyan Magenta Yellow Black
1300 19th Street, Suite 200
DKAX240270D Page 1
East Moline, IL 61244
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Armed forces. Armed forces. Armed forces. Sp ™ Bigger, stronger, faster, and quieter. The PowerTech Plus engine; an enhanced SA new 240D LC and 270D LC are armed and cooling system; and extended service ready to take on your world. Both deliver intervals for industry-leading uptime and Op the power, smoothness, ease of operation, serviceability. And with other refi nements Lif and comfort you’d expect from John Deere such as faster hydraulics, better visibility, Dig excavators — and then some.
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240D LC and 270D LC deliver more digging force, swing torque, and lift capability, with less emissions and noise. Extended engine and hydraulic oil service intervals increase uptime and reduce daily operating costs. Specifi cations 240D LC 270D LC Redesigned cab is more spacious and has 47-percent more glass for Net Horsepower 177 hp 188 hp best-in-class comfort and visibility. Operating Weight 54,624 lb. 63,425 lb. ™ Powerwise III engine/hydraulic management system maximizes power output, sa
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Electronically controlled variable-geometry turbo- charger (VGT) improves torque response, helping match engine speed to load requirements. Noise levels — and operator fatigue — have been signifi cantly reduced. Variable-speed fan, dual-pass muffl er, pilot-injected PowerTech Plus engine, and isochronous high-idle speed help quiet things down. Cooled exhaust gas recirculation (EGR), four-valve- per-cylinder head, and high-pressure common- rail fuel system enable the 6.8-L diesels to meet Ti
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Quietly go about your Quietly go about your Quietly go about your business of building business of building business of building your bottom line. your bottom line. your bottom line. D-Series Excavators speak softly and carry The Powerwise III engine/hydraulic manage- ment system provides pinpoint metering and a big stick. Combining strong digging forces low-effort control, while numerous noise- with outstanding lift capacity and reach, reduction enhancements further reduce the 240D L
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See more, do more. See more, do more. See more, do more. Yours aren’t just any employees. Why equip them And a bevy of creature comforts, including auto- with just another excavator? To help make the matic climate control, AM/FM radio, generous most of their skills, put your operators behind the storage space, and available air-suspension controls of a John Deere D-Series. Its spacious, heated seat. But it’s not just the extras that well-appointed interior boasts more of everything. will make yo
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Deluxe-suspension multi-position seat has 10½ inches of travel, sliding together or independently of the control console. So it won’t cramp an operator’s style. Ergonomically correct short-throw pilot levers provide smooth, predictable fi ngertip control with less movement or effort. Pushbuttons in the right lever allow fi ngertip control of auxil- iary hydraulic fl ow for operating attachments. Convenient 12-volt port powers cell phones and other electronic devices. Redesigned cab isn’t just
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Graphite-iron wet-sleeve cylinder liners, mono- steel pistons, and large-diameter connecting rods ensure long-term engine durability. Welded bulkheads within the boom resist torsional stress. Reinforced D-channel side frames provide maximum cab and component protection. Tungsten-carbide coating creates an extremely wear-resistant surface to protect the all-important bucket-to-arm joint. An optional reversing fan back-blows cooler cores to reduce debris buildup. It’s a welcome addition t
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Nothing runs like a Nothing runs like a Nothing runs like a Deere because nothing Deere because nothing Deere because nothing is built like one. is built like one. is built like one. From their durable sealed and lubricated tungsten-carbide thermal-coated arm surfaces, undercarriages to their heavy-duty fuel-sipping oil-impregnated bushings, welded-boom bulk- PowerTech Plus engines, the D-Series are built to heads, and extended engine and hydraulic oil- the hilt to deliver unsurpassed re
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Machine Information Auto-idle automatically Large easy-to-open Large fuel tanks and Fluid-level sight gauges Nobody backs you Center (MIC) captures reduces engine speed doors provide quick 500- and 5,000-hour are conveniently located better than the 500- and stores vital machine when hydraulics aren’t access to service items. engine and hydraulic and can be checked at plus John Deere performance and utiliza- in use, helping make the Lube banks, fi lters, oil-service intervals a glance. dealers th
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Minimize maintenance, Minimize maintenance, Minimize maintenance, maximize results. maximize results. maximize results. As with all John Deere machines, D-Series oil and fuel fi lters and extended engine and Excavators are loaded with features that make hydraulic oil-change intervals minimize periodic them hassle free to service and low cost to main- maintenance, too. Plus, the Machine Information tain. Large, easy-to-open service doors and easy- Center (MIC) and remote fl uid-sample ports he
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DKAX240270_SPECS 10/2/06 8:18 AM Page 12 Specifications Specifications Specifications Engine 240D LC Type . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . John Deere 6068H with altitude-compensating turbocharger and air-to-air charge air cooler; certified to EPA Tier 3 emissions Net Peak Power (ISO9249) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 177 hp (132 kW) @ 2,000 rpm Net Peak Torque (ISO9249) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 576 lb.-ft. (781 Nm) @ 1,400 rpm Cylinders .
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DKAX240270_SPECS 10/2/06 8:18 AM Page 13 Ground Pressure Data 240D LC Average Ground Pressure 28-in. (700 mm) Triple Semi-Grouser Shoes (recommended for rocky terrain/stumps) . . . 6.02 psi (41.5 kPa) 32-in. (800 mm) Triple Semi-Grouser Shoes (recommended for general/soft terrain) . . . 5.34 psi (36.8 kPa) Capacities (U.S.) Fuel Tank. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 132 gal. (500 L) Cooling System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31.6 qt. (29
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DKAX240270_SPECS 10/2/06 8:18 AM Page 14 240D LC Dimensions A 9-ft. 9-in. (2.96 m) arm. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 ft. 1 in. (3.07 m) 11-ft. 10-in. (3.61 m) arm. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 ft. 4 in. (3.14 m) B 9-ft. 9-in. (2.96 m) arm. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33 ft. 4 in. (10.15 m) 11-ft. 10-in. (3.61 m) arm. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33 ft. 6 in. (10.21 m) 9 ft. 6 in. (2.89 m) 9 ft. 8 in. (2.94 m) A 1 ft. 6 in. (460 mm) 12 ft. 7 in. (3.84 m) 8 ft. 6 in. (2.59 m)
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DKAX240270_SPECS 10/2/06 8:18 AM Page 15 (continued) Lift Capacities 240D LC Boldface italic type indicates hydraulic-limited capacities; lightface type indicates stability-limited capacities, in lb. (kg). Ratings at bucket lift hook; machine equipped with 3 1.38-cu.-yd. (1.06 m ), 42-in. (1065 mm), 2,195-lb. (996 kg) bucket; 11,904-lb. (5400 kg) counterweight; standard gauge; and situated on firm, uniform supporting surface. Total load includes weight of cables, hook, etc. Figures do not exc
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DKAX240270_SPECS 10/2/06 8:18 AM Page 16 Specifications Specifications Specifications Engine 270D LC Type . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . John Deere 6068H with altitude-compensating turbocharger and air-to-air charge air cooler; certified to EPA Tier 3 emissions Net Peak Power (ISO9249) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 188 hp (140 kW) @ 2,100 rpm Net Peak Torque (ISO9249) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 599 lb.-ft. (813 Nm) @ 1,400 rpm Cylinders .
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DKAX240270_SPECS 10/2/06 8:18 AM Page 17 Ground Pressure Data 270D LC Average Ground Pressure 32-in. (800 mm) Triple Semi-Grouser Shoes (recommended for general/soft terrain) . . . 5.84 psi (40.3 kPa) Capacities (U.S.) Fuel Tank. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 132 gal. (500 L) Cooling System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31.6 qt. (29.9 L) Engine Lubrication, Including Filter . . . . . . . . . . . . 26 qt. (24.6 L) Hydraulic Tank. . . . .
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DKAX240270_SPECS 10/2/06 8:18 AM Page 18 270D LC Dimensions A 10-ft. 2-in. (3.11 m) arm. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 ft. 5 in. (3.17 m) 12-ft. 4-in. (3.75 m) arm. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 ft. 0 in. (3.35 m) B 10-ft. 2-in. (3.11 m) arm. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33 ft. 11 in. (10.34 m) 12-ft. 4-in. (3.75 m) arm. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35 ft. 3 in. (10.74 m) 9 ft. 6 in. (2.89 m) 9 ft. 8 in. (2.94 m) A 1 ft. 8 in. (510 mm) 13 ft. 3 in. (4.05 m) 8 ft. 6 in. (2.59 m
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DKAX240270_SPECS 10/2/06 8:18 AM Page 19 Buckets 270D LC ® A full line of buckets is offered to meet a wide variety of applications. Digging forces are with power boost. Tooth selection includes either the John Deere Fanggs , Standard, Tiger, Twin Tiger, Abrasion panel, or Flare tooth, or the ESCO (Vertalok) Standard, Tiger, Twin Tiger, or Flare tooth. Replaceable cutting edges are available through John Deere parts. Optional side cutters add 6 inches (150 mm) to bucket widths. Bucket Bucket
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DKAX240270_SPECS 8/20/09 12:41 PM Page 20 240D LC / 270D LC EXCAVATORS Key: ● Standard equipment ▲ Optional or special equipment *See your John Deere dealer for further information. 240D 270D Engine 240D 270D Undercarriage (continued) 240D 270D Operator’s Station (continued) ●● Certified to EPA Tier 3 emissions ▲ Triple semi-grouser shoes, 28 in. (700 mm) ●● Hydraulic shutoff lever, all controls ●● Auto-idle system ▲ ● Triple semi-grouser s
