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John Deere 550 LC Excavator

Category: Excavators ➔
Manufacturer: John Deere ➔
Model: 550 LC ➔

The John Deere 550 LC Excavator is a powerful and versatile machine designed for heavy-duty excavation and construction tasks. With various boom/stick options offering impressive cutting heights, digging depths, and loading heights, this excavator provides exceptional reach and capability on any job site. Equipped with a turbocharged engine and efficient hydraulic system, along with a spacious cab for operator comfort, the John Deere 550 LC delivers high performance and reliability for all your excavation needs. Explore the detailed specifications below to see how this excavator can enhance your productivity and efficiency.

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Boom/Stick Excavator Option 1

Max Cutting Height	39.10 ft (11.92 m)
Max Digging Depth	25.30 ft (7.71 m)
Max Loading Height	26.30 ft (8.02 m)
Max Reach Along Ground	40.30 ft (12.28 m)
Max Vertical Wall Digging Depth	22.40 ft (6.83 m)
Shipping Height of Unit	14.60 ft (4.45 m)
Shipping Length of Unit	42.60 ft (12.98 m)

Boom/Stick Excavator Option 2

Max Cutting Height	40.00 ft (12.19 m)
Max Digging Depth	27.30 ft (8.32 m)
Max Loading Height	27.10 ft (8.26 m)
Max Reach Along Ground	42.10 ft (12.83 m)
Max Vertical Wall Digging Depth	24.80 ft (7.56 m)
Shipping Height of Unit	14.00 ft (4.27 m)
Shipping Length of Unit	42.40 ft (12.92 m)

Boom/Stick Excavator Option 3

Max Cutting Height	40.60 ft (12.37 m)
Max Digging Depth	29.20 ft (8.90 m)
Max Loading Height	27.70 ft (8.44 m)
Max Reach Along Ground	43.80 ft (13.35 m)
Max Vertical Wall Digging Depth	26.70 ft (8.14 m)
Shipping Length of Unit	42.30 ft (12.89 m)

Boom/Stick Excavator Option 4

Max Cutting Height	41.60 ft (12.68 m)
Max Digging Depth	32.20 ft (9.81 m)
Max Loading Height	30.10 ft (9.17 m)
Max Reach Along Ground	46.80 ft (14.26 m)
Max Vertical Wall Dig Depth	29.20 ft (8.90 m)
Shipping Length of Unit	41.40 ft (12.62 m)

Boom/Stick Excavator Option 5

Max Cutting Height	36.30 ft (11.06 m)
Max Digging Depth	22.70 ft (6.92 m)
Max Loading Height	23.70 ft (7.22 m)
Max Reach Along Ground	36.90 ft (11.25 m)
Max Vertical Wall Dig Depth	17.00 ft (5.18 m)
Shipping Height of Unit	15.70 ft (4.79 m)
Shipping Length of Unit	39.40 ft (12.01 m)

Bucket

Maximum Bucket Capacity	5.50 cu yd (4.20 cu m)
Minimum Bucket Capacity	1.70 cu yd (1.30 cu m)
Reference Bucket Capacity	3.90 cu yd (2.98 cu m)

Dimensions

Ground Clearance	2.70 ft (0.82 m)
Height - Top of Cab	11.10 ft (3.38 m)
Length of Track on Ground	15.10 ft (4.60 m)
Removal Counterweight Clearance	4.80 ft (1.46 m)
Tail Swing Radius	12.50 ft (3.81 m)
Width to Outside of Tracks	13.50 ft (4.11 m)

Engine

Aspiration	Turbocharged with cooler
Displacement	854.00 cu in (13,994.58 cu cm)
Engine Model	N14-C
Max Torque	1,240.00 lbs ft (1,681.19 nm)
Net Power	361.00 hp (269.20 kw)

Operating Specifications

Alternator Supplied Amperage	75 amps
Cooling System Fluid Capacity	17.50 gal (66.24 l)
Engine Oil Capacity	11.50 gal (43.53 l)
Fuel Capacity	185.00 gal (700.23 l)
Hydraulic Pump Flow Capacity	101.00 gpm (382.29 lpm)
Hydraulic System Fluid Capacity	153.00 gal (579.11 l)
Hydraulic System Relief Valve Pressure	4340 psi
Operating Voltage	24 volts
Operating Weight	123,867.00 lbs (56,185.20 kg)
Swing Drive Fluid Capacity	2.10 gal (7.95 l)

Swing Mechanism

Swing Speed

8 rpm

Undercarriage

Drawbar Pull	83,800.00 lbs (38,011.09 kg)
Ground Pressure	14.5 psi
Max Travel Speed	2.90 mph (4.67 kph)
Number of Carrier Rollers per Side	3
Number of Shoes per Side	52
Number of Track Rollers per Side	9
Shoe Size	24.00 in (60.96 cm)
Track Gauge	10.50 ft (3.20 m)

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