John Deere 26G Mini Excavator Specs

Category: Mini Excavators ➔
Manufacturer: John Deere ➔
Model: 26G ➔

The John Deere 26G is a compact mini excavator designed for utility work, landscaping, site preparation, and light construction in confined spaces. It features a zero-tail-swing design for improved maneuverability near walls and obstacles, along with a small operating footprint for access through gates and narrow job sites. The 26G is typically equipped with a diesel engine, hydraulic auxiliary circuits, and a backfill blade for grading and stabilization. Common attachments include buckets, augers, and hydraulic breakers. Its size, transportability, and digging capability make it suitable for contractors needing a versatile mini excavator for residential and commercial applications.

Capacities

John Deere 26G Mini Excavator Capacities specifications
Fuel Tank - Diesel	9.10 gal (34.44 l)
Hydraulic Tank	6.40 gal (24.22 l)
Number Of Batteries	1
System Voltage	12 V

Dimensions

John Deere 26G Mini Excavator Dimensions specifications
Dig Depth - Mono Boom	8.50 ft (2.59 m)
Dig Height - Mono Boom	14.05 ft (4.28 m)
Digging Reach - Mono Boom	15.20 ft (4.63 m)
Dozer Blade Height	12.60 in (32.00 cm)
Dozer Blade Width	59.06 in (150.01 cm)
Dump Height - Mono Boom	9.98 ft (3.04 m)
Ground Clearance	0.99 ft (0.30 m)
Height	8.00 ft (2.44 m)
Length	15.75 ft (4.80 m)
Overall Width	4.93 ft (1.50 m)
Standard Dipper	3.84 ft (1.17 m)
Tail Swing Radius	2.63 ft (0.80 m)
Track Gauge	3.94 ft (1.20 m)
Track Length On Ground	5.00 ft (1.52 m)
Transport Height	7.98 ft (2.43 m)
Transport Length Mono Boom	13.72 ft (4.18 m)
Undercarriage Overall Length	6.44 ft (1.96 m)
Weight	5,780.00 lbs (2,621.77 kg)
Width	4.92 ft (1.50 m)
Width Over Standard Tracks	4.93 ft (1.50 m)

Driveline

John Deere 26G Mini Excavator Driveline specifications
Displacement	77.40 cu in (1,268.36 cu cm)
Emission Rating	Tier 4
Engine Manufacturer	Yanmar
Engine Output	20.00 hp (14.91 kw)
Number Of Cylinders	3
Rated Speed	2500 rpm
Track Shoe Width	11.90 in (30.23 cm)

Performance

John Deere 26G Mini Excavator Performance specifications
Breakout - Bucket	4,993.10 lbs (2,264.83 kg)
Dipper Tearout	3,529.60 lbs (1,601.00 kg)
Ground Bearing Pressure	3.8 psi
Main Pumps - Maximum Flow	19.10 gpm (72.29 lpm)
Slew Speed	9.1 rpm
Travel Speed	2.80 mph (4.51 kph)

Weights

John Deere 26G Mini Excavator Weights specifications
Operating Weight	6,106.90 lbs (2,770.05 kg)

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