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Backhoes

Why run two machines when one will do? Whether you’re loading trucks, busting up blacktop, placing pipe, digging trenches, or moving materials, an L-Series Backhoe is more than up to the task. Building upon our highly productive K-Series Backhoes, the L-Series features additional backhoe lift capability and PCLS hydraulics (on the 310SL, 310SL HL, 410L, and 710L), for superb multifunction performance. The result: our most versatile backhoes ever.

Compare Backhoe Models

Model	Net Peak Power	Standard Dipperstick Dig Depth	Operating Weight	Powershift™ Transmission	Autoshift	Lift Mode
310L Backhoe	75 kW (100 hp) at 1,600 rpm	4.30 m (14 ft. 1 in.)	6,654 kg (14,669 lb.)
310L EP Backhoe	52 kW (69 hp) at 2,100 rpm	4.16 m (13 ft. 8 in.)	6,270 kg (13,822 lb.)
310SL Backhoe	77 kW (103 hp) at 1,600 rpm	4.35 m (14 ft. 3 in.)	7,199 kg (15,872 lb.)	•	•	•
310SL HL Backhoe	84 kW (113 hp) at 1,900 rpm	4.59 m (15 ft. 1 in.)	7,516 kg (16,571 lb.)	•	•	•
315SL Backhoe	77 kW (103 hp) at 1,600 rpm	4.08 m (13 ft. 5 in.)	7,962 kg (17,554 lb.)	•	•
410L Backhoe	87 kW (116 hp) at 1,900 rpm	4.85 m (15 ft. 11 in)	8,068 kg (17,786 lb.)	•	•	•
710L Backhoe	110 kW (148 hp) at 2,240 rpm	5.26 m (17 ft. 3 in.)	11,607 kg (25,588 lb.)	•	•	•

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Running Strong Into the Future

In 1971, John Deere debuted the JD 310 backhoe. Fifty years later the 310 is a mainstay of the John Deere backhoe lineup.

Backhoes are in our DNA

Here’s a look at five decades of 310 excellence

1971

Multifunction introduction

The versatile 310 Backhoe Loader was introduced to the growing construction equipment market. The new model was built at John Deere Dubuque Works.
1986

Customer inspired

The 310C included front entry and vandal protection. Available mechanical-front-wheel drive with offset driveshaft boosted machine flexibility.
1997

Exceeding expectations

Based on our tracked models, the 310E/310SE’s excavator-style boom delivered consistent control. Smooth metering and raised knee eased loading.
2001

Building brawn

The 310G/310SG were known for balance, smooth control, and powerful breakout forces that made them masters of medium- to heavy-duty applications.
2012

Not just talk

Customer input shaped the 310K/310K EP/310SK, including JDLink™ remote diagnostics that enable dealers to read codes and record performance from offsite.
2015

Mulitask masters

Models, features, and options were added to the 310 lineup to meet customers from large to small contractors and rental yards, in over 70 countries.
2021

50 years and counting

The efficient 310L EP, proven 310L, and 310SL/310SL HL with PCLS hydraulics and lift mode keep loading, lifting, and winning on jobsites worldwide.