ALL ABOUT JOHN DEERE WHEELED HARVESTERS

  • 1170G wheeled harvester driving uphill in snowy wooded area.

Tough conditions require versatile machines. Backed by a half-century of experience in the woods, John Deere Wheeled Harvesters are designed to help loggers outrun limitations – no matter the harvesting application or terrain.

As a cut-to-length solution, our wheeled harvester lineup includes longstanding, field-proven forestry technology and operator features. These machines are built with proven components to withstand demanding conditions like soft soils or steep slopes.

Why choose John Deere wheeled harvesters for tree handling equipment needs?

Whether you are thinning or regeneration harvesting, John Deere wheeled harvesters provide strength, mobility, and versatility to meet every challenge.

We offer four models as part of our full line of forestry equipment. Four-wheel, six-wheel, and eight-wheel configurations are available, depending on the model.

Our wheeled harvesters can provide the advantages you need to succeed in the woods.

  • John Deere PowerTech™ Plus engines deliver high torque at low RPM for fuel efficiency and uncompromising power.
  • The rotating and leveling cab tracks the boom up to 80 degrees in each direction so the operator can stay focused on the work.
  • The cab window is scratch resistant, optically enhanced, 50% thicker than previous windows, and compliant with the ISO 21876 standard for saw-chain shot protection.
  • A variable-speed fan runs only as needed, reducing fuel consumption and debris flow through the cooler cores.

Not sure which wheeled harvester is right for your tree handling equipment lineup? Your local John Deere dealer is happy to help and can provide more insight.

  • John Deere wheeled harvester working in wooded area with lights on harvesting trees.

Intelligent forestry technology in action

Available on all John Deere wheeled harvesters, optional Intelligent Boom Control (IBC) is an operator-assistance solution that can make your jobs easier. With IBC, the operator controls only the harvester head while the system takes care of the boom's movement. Designed specifically to suit the harvester work cycle, the boom's movement and operation automatically adjust as the boom is taken to a tree and when the tree is in grapple.

IBC delivers a variety of benefits to your operations.

  • Enhanced precision – provides smooth, precise control of attachment positioning.
  • Increased reliability – delivers more consistent swing/boom movements.
  • Simplified operations – enhances the experience for seasoned loggers and reduces the learning curve for new ones.

You can seamlessly coordinate your operation and your team’s productivity from where you work with John Deere logging and forestry technology solutions. Our wheeled harvesters come equipped with a powerful set of core technologies and capabilities to help you manage the health and performance of your tree handling equipment. JD LinkTM connectivity and the John Deere Operations Center™ allow you to monitor and analyze machine data, track utilization and productivity, and can improve machine health through data insights. It also provides you with a direct link to your local dealer. With your permission, your dealer can remotely monitor diagnostic codes and provide proactive equipment service and expert support.

Additionally, with John Deere Precision Forestry tools, including TimberMatic MapsTM and TimberManagerTM, contractors and operators can share real-time production and location information. This forestry technology helps you make more effective business decisions that affect your bottom line.

Forestry technology is just one of the ways we’re adding innovation to proven experience and giving you the tree handling equipment and tools you need to help you win in the woods. Our world-class dealer support provides you with experienced technicians, parts when you need them, time-saving tools, and more.

Interested in adding wheeled harvesters with forestry technology to your fleet? Contact your local John Deere dealer for details today.

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