The John Deere 26G is a compact mini excavator designed for digging, trenching, grading, and utility work in confined spaces. It features a zero-tail-swing design for improved maneuverability, a short-radius rear for working near walls and obstacles, and a hydraulic system suited to precise control. The 26G is commonly used in landscaping, construction, site preparation, and municipal maintenance. Its compact size supports transportability and access to tight job sites while maintaining digging performance for light to medium-duty applications. The John Deere 26G is part of John Deere's G-Series mini excavator lineup.
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 (2,621.32 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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