John Deere 648E

Series: John Deere Skidder

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The 648E from John Deere is part of the John Deere Skidder series. The engine delivers 150.1 hp (104.4 kW), has 6 cylinders, with a displacement of 6,784.2 cm³. Rated speed is 2,200 rpm. The machine is 3,112 mm wide. The unladen weight is 13,199.5 kg. The wheelbase measures 3,432 mm. Ground clearance is 515.1 mm. The tank holds 196.8 litres. The gearbox has 8 forward gears. There are also 4 reverse gears. Maximum torque is reached at 1,350 rpm. The hydraulic tank holds 41.6 litres. Working pressure is 206.8 bar. The cooling system holds 24.6 litres. The oil fill is 18.9 litres. The engine fitted is the 6068T. Tyre size: 28L-26. The John Deere Skidder series covers 25 models. Rated output within it ranges from 122.7 to 202.8 hp; the 648E sits in the lower part of that range with 150.1 hp. Its immediate neighbours are the 548G Series III below it with 130.8 hp and the 640G above it with 159.2 hp. 2153 John Deere models across 96 series are on record. The model is listed under Forestry equipment. 23 verified figures from 1 source are on file.

Technical data

Engine

Engine model6068Tcorrect
Power150.1 hp (104.4 kW)correct
Rated speed2,200 rpmcorrect
Speed at max. torque1,350 rpmcorrect
Cylinders6correct
Displacement6,784.2 cm³correct
Aspirationturbochargedcorrect
Coolant capacity24.6 lcorrect
Engine oil capacity18.9 lcorrect

Dimensions and weights

Length7,351.8correct
Width3,112correct
Wheelbase3,432correct
Ground clearance515.1correct
Unladen weight13,199.5 kgcorrect

Drivetrain and chassis

Gearbox typedirect-drive power shiftcorrect
Forward gears8correct
Reverse gears4correct
Tyre size28L-26correct

Working data

Hydraulic oil capacity41.6 lcorrect
Hydraulic pressure206.8correct
Fuel tank capacity196.8 lcorrect

Other data

Height3,020.6correct

Where this model stands

Power-to-weight ratio: 7.9 kW/t (104 kW / 13.2 t)

Stronger than 19% of the forestry equipment in the register — out of 111 models with a stated power figure.

Calculated from the documented figures above — not a rating.

Frequently asked questions

How much power does the John Deere 648E have?

The John Deere 648E delivers 150 hp.

How much does the John Deere 648E weigh?

The unladen weight is 13,200 kg.

What engine does the John Deere 648E have?

6 cylinders, 6,784 cm³ displacement.

What are the dimensions of the John Deere 648E?

7,352 mm × 3,112 mm.

What to check before buying

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  • Compare the data plate and chassis number with the papers.
  • Check the weights in the papers against the figures here — attachments change them.
  • Ask about parts availability for this build year — the running costs hang on it.

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