John Deere 17D Mini Excavator Specs

Category: Mini Excavators ➔
Manufacturer: John Deere ➔
Model: 17D ➔

John Deere 17D is a compact mini excavator designed for small-scale excavation, trenching, grading, and utility work in confined job sites. It features a zero-tail-swing design for improved maneuverability, a narrow width for access through gates and tight spaces, and a digging depth suited to landscaping, construction, and municipal applications. The 17D is typically equipped with a diesel engine, hydraulic controls, and a backfill blade for added stability and site cleanup. Its lightweight frame supports transport between jobs while maintaining digging performance for residential and light commercial use.

Boom/Stick Excavator Option 1

John Deere 17D Mini Excavator Boom/Stick Excavator Option 1 specifications
Max Cutting Height	11.70 ft (3.57 m)
Max Digging Depth	7.20 ft (2.19 m)
Max Loading Height	8.40 ft (2.56 m)
Max Reach Along Ground	12.83 ft (3.91 m)
Shipping Height of Unit	7.90 ft (2.41 m)
Shipping Length of Unit	11.80 ft (3.60 m)

Boom/Stick Excavator Option 2

John Deere 17D Mini Excavator Boom/Stick Excavator Option 2 specifications
Max Cutting Height	12.10 ft (3.69 m)
Max Digging Depth	7.80 ft (2.38 m)
Max Loading Height	8.70 ft (2.65 m)
Shipping Height of Unit	7.90 ft (2.41 m)
Shipping Length of Unit	12.00 ft (3.66 m)

Dimensions

John Deere 17D Mini Excavator Dimensions specifications
Ground Clearance	0.60 ft (0.18 m)
Height - Top of Cab	7.90 ft (2.41 m)
Length of Track on Ground	4.00 ft (1.22 m)
Removal Counterweight Clearance	1.50 ft (0.46 m)
Tail Swing Radius	2.30 ft (0.70 m)
Width to Outside of Tracks	4.20 ft (1.28 m)

Engine

John Deere 17D Mini Excavator Engine specifications
Aspiration	Natural
Displacement	52.10 cu in (853.77 cu cm)
Engine Model	3TNV70
Net Power	14.80 hp (11.04 kw)
Number of Cylinders	3
Power Measured @	2400 rpm

Operating Specifications

John Deere 17D Mini Excavator Operating Specifications specifications
Alternator Supplied Amperage	40 amps
Cooling System Fluid Capacity	0.80 gal (3.03 l)
Engine Oil Capacity	0.90 gal (3.41 l)
Fuel Capacity	5.20 gal (19.68 l)
Hydraulic Pump Flow Capacity	13.50 gpm (51.10 lpm)
Hydraulic System Fluid Capacity	5.30 gal (20.06 l)
Operating Weight	4,173.00 lbs (1,892.84 kg)

Swing Mechanism

John Deere 17D Mini Excavator Swing Mechanism specifications
Swing Speed	8.9 rpm

Undercarriage

John Deere 17D Mini Excavator Undercarriage specifications
Ground Pressure	4.1 psi
Max Travel Speed	2.70 mph (4.35 kph)
Shoe Size	9.10 in (23.11 cm)
Track Gauge	3.50 ft (1.07 m)

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