John Deere 853M Feller Buncher Specs

Category: Feller Bunchers ➔
Manufacturer: John Deere ➔
Model: 853M ➔

The John Deere 853M is a heavy-duty feller buncher designed for efficient timber harvesting and logging operations. Equipped with advanced hydraulic systems and a powerful engine, the 853M delivers high productivity in cutting and gathering trees. Its robust frame and durable components ensure reliability in demanding forestry environments. The operator cab offers enhanced visibility and ergonomic controls for improved precision and safety. The John Deere 853M feller buncher supports various cutting heads, making it versatile for different tree sizes and species. This model is widely used in commercial forestry for its combination of power, durability, and operational efficiency.

Capacities

John Deere 853M Feller Buncher Capacities specifications
Alternator Output	100 amps
Fuel Tank - Diesel	229.90 gal (870.17 l)
Hydraulic Tank	32.30 gal (122.26 l)

Dimensions

John Deere 853M Feller Buncher Dimensions specifications
Carrier/Base Length	16.08 ft (4.90 m)
Ground Clearance	31.00 in (78.74 cm)
Height	12.42 ft (3.78 m)
Height Over Cab	11.36 ft (3.46 m)
Length	36.92 ft (11.25 m)
Length Of Track On Ground	12.70 ft (3.87 m)
Overall Width	10.83 ft (3.30 m)
Super Structure Width	10.34 ft (3.15 m)
Tail Overhang - Over Side	0.96 ft (0.29 m)
Tail Swing Radius	6.37 ft (1.94 m)
Track Gauge	8.83 ft (2.69 m)
Weight	64,300.00 lbs (29,161.00 kg)
Width	10.33 ft (3.15 m)

Driveline

John Deere 853M Feller Buncher Driveline specifications
Carrier Rollers - Each Side	2
Engine Manufacturer	John Deere
Engine Model	PowerTech PSS 9.0L
Engine Output	285.70 hp (213.05 kw)
Engine Output - Net	285.70 hp (213.05 kw)
Engine Torque	936.80 lbs ft (1,270.11 nm)
Rated Speed	2000 rpm
Track Rollers - Each Side	9
Track Shoe Width	24.10 in (61.21 cm)

Performance

John Deere 853M Feller Buncher Performance specifications
Cutting Radius - Maximum	27.90 ft (8.50 m)
Cutting Radius - Minimum	12.60 ft (3.84 m)
Cutting Swath Horizontal	15.30 ft (4.66 m)
Felling Diameter	22.10 in (56.13 cm)
Lift Capacity At Max - Reach	12,213.70 lbs (5,540.05 kg)
Pump Flow	130.60 gpm (494.32 lpm)
Pump Type	Var. axial-piston
Reference Harvesting Head	FS22B
Reference Head Saw Type	Disc
Reference Head Type	Felling
Tractive Force	72,388.50 lbs (32,834.91 kg)
Travel Speed	2.70 mph (4.35 kph)

Transmission

John Deere 853M Feller Buncher Transmission specifications
System Voltage	24 V

Weights

John Deere 853M Feller Buncher Weights specifications
Operating Weight	67,704.00 lbs (30,710.06 kg)

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