John Deere 260E Off-Highway Truck is a rigid-frame articulated dump truck designed for hauling material in construction, quarry, and earthmoving applications. The 260E is part of John Deere's E-Series and is built for off-road transport over rough terrain, with a high-capacity dump body, all-wheel drive, and heavy-duty suspension components. It is commonly used for site development, road building, mining support, and large-scale material handling. The model is engineered for traction, stability, and load-carrying performance in demanding conditions. John Deere 260E specifications may include diesel power, articulated steering, and operator cab features for productivity and visibility.
General Specifications
John Deere 260E Off-Highway Truck General Specifications specifications
Articulated/Rigid
A — Starting 2019 Model Year
Drive Configuration
6x6 — Starting 2019 Model Year
Drive System Mech/Electr.
M — Starting 2019 Model Year
Engine Type
John Deere PowerTech PSS 6090 FT4 engine — Starting 2019 Model Year
Mfg. Model
260E — Starting 2019 Model Year
Operating Weight
49,591.00 lbs (22,494.13 kg) — Starting 2019 Model Year
Rated Payload
26.70 t (26,700.00 kg) — Starting 2019 Model Year
Capacities
John Deere 260E Off-Highway Truck Capacities specifications
Fuel Tank - Diesel
131.10 gal (496.21 l)
Heaped Capacity
19.7 cu yd
Struck Capacity
15.4 cu yd
Description
John Deere 260E Off-Highway Truck Description specifications
Air Conditioner
Yes
Fleet Management
Yes
Steering Wheel Adjustment
Fully Adjustable
Telematics Available
Yes
Dimensions
John Deere 260E Off-Highway Truck Dimensions specifications
Approach Angle
24 -
Articulation Angle
45
Height
12.00 ft (3.66 m)
Hoist - Type
Twin, 1-Stage
Length
31.92 ft (9.73 m)
Max Height
12.01 ft (3.66 m)
Overall Length
31.96 ft (9.74 m)
Power Down
Yes
Turning Radius - Inside
14.01 ft (4.27 m)
Turning Radius - Outside
26.32 ft (8.02 m)
Turns Lock To Lock
4.2
Weight
52,754.00 lbs (23,928.84 kg)
Width
10.00 ft (3.05 m)
Width Over Tires
9.42 ft (2.87 m)
Driveline
John Deere 260E Off-Highway Truck Driveline specifications
Differential Lock
F: 100 / R: 100
Displacement
549.30 cu in (9,001.43 cu cm)
Emission Rating
Tier 4
Engine Manufacturer
John Deere
Engine Model
PowerTech PSS 6090
Final Drive
Planetary
Front Suspension
Nitrogen/Oil-Filled Struts - Auto Levelling
Front Suspension - Type
A-Frame
Parking Brake Type
Disc - Driveline
Rated Speed
1900 rpm
Rear Suspension
Rubber Suspension Blocks
Rear Suspension - Type
Pivoting Walking Beam
Retarder - Type
Transmission
Secondary Steering Type
Ground Driven Pump
Service Brake Actuation
Hydraulic
Steering Type
Articulated
Tire Size - Standard
23.5 R25
Transmission Manufacturer
John Deere
Transmission Type
Countershaft
Performance
John Deere 260E Off-Highway Truck Performance specifications
Gears - Forward / Reverse
8F - 4R
Weights
John Deere 260E Off-Highway Truck Weights specifications
Gross Weight
102,925.10 lbs (46,686.10 kg)
Net Weight
49,590.80 lbs (22,494.04 kg)
Payload
53,334.30 lbs (24,192.06 kg)
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