Comfortable operation of the BH270 Backhoe
The operator station on the BH270 Backhoe has been designed for improved operator comfort.
Easy operation with the BH270 Backhoe
There are several features that make the BH270 Backhoe convenient and easy to operate.
Backhoe and tractor connection
Backhoe mounted to a tractor
The BH270 Backhoe offers improved attachability by allowing the rear 3-point hitch draft arms to remain on the tractor. Due to a clear instructional decal and improved tolerance, attaching the BH270 Backhoe has never been easier.
BH270 Backhoe mounting frame
The backhoe's mainframe fits into rear mounting brackets installed on the tractor. This provides the following important features:
NOTE: Review the operator’s manual for detailed procedures. Detailed instructions are also located on the rear of the control panel.
Removing the BH270 Backhoe
NOTE: Review the operator’s manual for detailed procedures. Detailed instructions are also located on the rear of the control panel.
Wide-stance stabilizers
Rubber stabilizer pads
Rubber stabilizer pads are available as an attachment. The pads are popular when operating the backhoe on hard surfaces.
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| Select up to 4 models to compare specifications | John Deere BH270 Backhoe |
| Digging depth | 2.08 m 6 ft, 10 in. |
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| SAE dipperstick digging force | 7015 N 1577 lbf |
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| SAE bucket digging force | 11,975 N 2692 lbf |
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| Swing arc | 148 degree (angle) | |||
| Boom lift capacity | 137 kg 302 lb |
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| Transport height | 2 m 6 ft, 7 in. |
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| Stabilizers spread width, up | 1.17 m 4 ft, 0.25 in. |
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| Stabilizers spread width, down | 1.9 m 6 ft, 2 in. |
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| Bucket widths | 20.3 cm (8 in.) 30.5 cm (12 in.) 40.6 cm (16 in.) |
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| Total weight |
| Swing arc | 148 degree (angle) | |||
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| Bucket rotation | 176 degree (angle) | |||
| Boom lift capacity | 137 kg 302 lb |
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| SAE dipperstick digging force | 7015 N 1577 lbf |
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| SAE bucket digging force | 11,975 N 2692 lbf |
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| Bucket control main relief valve pressure | 172.4 bar 2500 psi |
| Digging depth | 2.08 m 6 ft, 10 in. |
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| Loading height (bucket at 60 degrees) | 1.8 m 5 ft, 10.5 in. |
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| Reach from center line of swing pivot | 3.0 m 9 ft, 9 in. |
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| Transport height | 2 m 6 ft, 7 in. |
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| Loading reach (bucket at 60 degrees) | 1.17 m 3 ft, 10 in. |
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| Transport overhang | 1.1 m 3 ft, 6 in. |
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| Undercut | 43 cm 17 in. |
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| Stabilizer type | Stabilizers spread width, up 1.17 m 4 ft, 0.25 in. Stabilizers spread width, down 1.9 m 6 ft, 2 in. |
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| With RSA side plate kit and 20-in. bucket | ||||
| With frame adapter and 24-in. bucket | ||||
| With medium frame adapter and 24-in. bucket | ||||
| With large frame adapter and 24-in. bucket | ||||
| With 0.4-m (16-in.) bucket | 350 kg 773 lb |
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| With 0.4-m (16-in.) bucket including subframe |
| Bucket widths | SAE struck capacity 20.3 cm (8 in.) - 0.012 m3 - 0.42 cu ft cu ft 30.5 cm (12 in.) - 0.019 m3 - 0.66 cu ft 40.6 cm (16 in.) - 0.25 m3 - 0.9 cu ft Heaped capacity 20.3 cm (8 in.) - 0.013 m3 - 0.46 cu ft 30.5 cm (12 in.) - 0.022 m3 - 0.76 cu ft 40.6 cm (16 in.) - 0.03 m3 - 1.06 cu ft Shipping weight 20.3 cm (8 in.) - 40 lb (18.1 kg) 30.5 cm (12 in.) - 50 lb (22.7 kg) 40.6 cm (16 in.) - 60 lb (27.2 kg) 20.3 cm (8 in.) 30.5 cm (12 in.) 40.6 cm (16 in.) |
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