H480Loader
- Superior strength and visibility
- For heavy-duty chores
- Parking stands are integrated on the loader
Features
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Single-point hydraulic connection
Operating the hydraulic pressure relief knob
Concealed oil lines through boom arm
Oil lines routed through the boom arm
Oil lines routed through the torque tube
Hydraulic shut-off valve (open position)
Hydraulic shut-off valve (closed position)
False rod cylinder
Electric remote carrier latching system on H340 Loader
Nitrogen-charged accumulator and electric valve
Loader suspension and electric remote carrier latch rocker switch panel
Single-point hydraulic connection to save time and eliminate oil loss
Single-point hydraulic connection
Operating the hydraulic pressure relief knob
The H480 Loader features a single-point hydraulic connection that also incorporates the connection point for any electrical needs and the ability to relieve hydraulic pressure. In order to disconnect the hydraulic connection between the loader and the tractor, it has always been necessary to relieve the hydraulic system oil pressure. This has sometimes been difficult to accomplish and is also the reason why a coupling system was not offered on some tractors.
Now the ability to relieve the hydraulic oil system pressure is included with the single-point hydraulic connection, which allows for easily disconnecting both hydraulic and electrical lines to the loader from a convenient location with virtually no oil loss.
Concealed oil lines improve appearance and reduce damage
Concealed oil lines through boom arm
Oil lines routed through the boom arm
Oil lines routed through the torque tube
Over time, increased width in tractor hoods have caused issues with available space for running traditional oil lines of a loader along the boom, making them more susceptible to damage.
To improve this situation, the oil lines have been routed through the boom arm and the torque tube, improving line protection and the appearance of the loader.
Boom lockout for easy service
Hydraulic shut-off valve (open position)
Hydraulic shut-off valve (closed position)
A hydraulic shut-off valve is included with the H-Series Ag Loaders to ensure the loader does not lower suddenly. For example, this allows the boom to be locked out when someone is required to be located under the loader boom for service work on the tractor. It should not be used for extended periods of time unless an appropriate support stand is also utilized.
False rod bucket cylinders improve productivity
False rod cylinder
Fast bucket cycle times are important to dump the load from the bucket as quickly as possible, in order to be as productive as possible, while completing loading operations. The bucket cylinder design can have a major impact on this cycle time, especially for the mechanical self-leveling (MSL) loaders.
Therefore, all MSL M- and H-Series Loaders utilize false rod bucket cylinders. A false rod cylinder has a smaller displacement of oil requirement on the head end of the cylinder, which allows this cylinder to dump much faster than a normal cylinder.
Electric remote carrier latching system saves time and energy
The electric remote carrier latching system provides enhanced productivity and improved operator comfort when changing loader attachments. This time-saving feature allows an operator to unlatch and latch attachments for Global or Global Category 2 Carriers without leaving the operator's station.
Electric remote carrier latching system on H340 Loader
Unlike competitive remote latching systems, the John Deere electric remote carrier latching system utilizes a simple electric actuator instead of third function hydraulics and/or diverter valves for the loader.
Loader suspension system (LSS) for the H480 Loader
Nitrogen-charged accumulator and electric valve
Loader suspension and electric remote carrier latch rocker switch panel
A feature intended to improve loader productivity, the LSS allows the boom cylinders to float,
reducing the jarring effects loads are prone to over rough terrain.
- An accumulator charged with nitrogen and connected to the head-end lift cylinder hose through a T-fitting provides shock absorption
- The cylinders move in and out to allow the boom to float
- Bales can be transported more efficiently from one end of the field to the other over frozen, hard-packed, or rutted terrain
- Pallets can be moved easily without sustaining cargo damage
- Pallets of seed or fertilizer can be carried across a yard without a bag spilling and creating a costly mess
- Extended life of loader pins and bushings
- Less stress on the tractor axle
- Properly ballasted tractor with LSS has increased stability, creating a smoother ride for the operator
Reasons for turning LSS off include:
- Digging applications- with LSS on, the cylinders retract slightly, losing lifting power
- Holding a grade when blading – with LSS on, it is difficult to hold a constant grade
- Precise pallet and bale handling – with LSS on, the load moves up and down slightly while being positioned
- Parking a loader – with LSS on, when down-pressure is applied, the lift cylinders retract slightly, making it more difficult to park
The loader suspension system is controlled by a switch conveniently located in the operator station so it can be easily reached for activation or deactivation as needed.
Specifications
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Key Specs
| Maximum lift height (A) | 4650 mm 183.1 in. |
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| Lift capacity at full height | Measured at pivot (U) 2065 kg 4553 lb |
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| Boom breakout force | Measured at pivot (Y) 4793 kgf 10567 lbf |
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| Bucket rollback force capacity | At ground-level line (ZZ) 4640 kgf 10229 lbf |
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| Clearance at full height - bucket dumped (C) | 3820 mm 150.4 in. |
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| Dump angle, degrees (E) | -58.9 degree (angle) | |||
| Rollback angle, degrees (G) | 42 degree (angle) |
Tractor
| Model | 7820/7830 | |||
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| Front tire | 380/85R34 | |||
| Rear tire | 480/80R46 | |||
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| Wheelbase | 2860 mm 112.6 in. |
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| Pump capacity | 96.1 L/min 25.4 gpm |
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| Rated pressure | 195 bar 2828 psi |
Loader
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| Leveling configuration | Mechanical Self Leveling (MSL) | |||
| Bucket used | Materials 2450 mm Materials - 85 in. |
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| Bucket weight | 352 kg 776 lb |
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| Lift capacity at full height | Measured at pivot (U) 2065 kg 4553 lb Measured at 800 mm ahead of pivot (V) 2240 kg 4938 lb |
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| Lift capacity at 59 in. (1500 mm) | Measured at pivot (W) 3420 kg 7540 lb Measured at 800 mm ahead of pivot (X) 3280 kg 7231 lb |
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| Boom breakout force | Measured at pivot (Y) 4793 kgf 10567 lbf Measured at 800 mm ahead of pivot (Z) 4395 kgf 9689 lbf |
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| Bucket rollback force capacity | At maximum height (VV) 3641 kgf 8027 lbf At 59-in. (1500-mm) lift height (XX) 4599 kgf 10139 lbf At ground-level line (ZZ) 4640 kgf 10229 lbf |
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| Dimensions | Maximum lift height (A) 4650 mm 183.1 in. At full height - bucket level(B) 4465 mm 175.8 in. At full height - bucket dumped (C) 3820 mm 150.4 in. |
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| Overall length (I+F), ft (m) | 5.6 m 18.7 ft |
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| Overall height in carry position (J) | 2.4 m 7.8 ft |
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| Digging depth (H) | 150 mm 5.9 in. |
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| Reach | At maximum height (D) 820 mm 32.3 in. At ground level - bucket level (F) 2790 mm 109.8 in. |
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| Bucket angle | Dump angle, degrees (E) -58.9 degree (angle) Rollback angle, degrees (G) 42 degree (angle) |
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| Cycle times | Loader raise, seconds 5 seconds Loader lower, seconds 5.5 seconds Bucket dump, seconds 3.5 seconds Bucket rollback, seconds 4 seconds |
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