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John Deere 648H

Series: John Deere Skidder

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With the 648H, John Deere offers a model from the John Deere Skidder series. The engine delivers 174.4 hp (128.3 kW), has 6 cylinders, with a displacement of 6,784.2 cm³. Rated speed is 2,200 rpm. The unladen weight is 14,626.1 kg. The wheelbase measures 3,432 mm. Ground clearance is 515.1 mm. The tank holds 295.3 litres. The gearbox has 8 forward gears. There are also 7 reverse gears. The hydraulic tank holds 56.8 litres. Working pressure is 213.7 bar. The engine fitted is the 6068H. 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 648H sits in the upper part of that range with 174.4 hp. Its immediate neighbours are the 648G Series III below it with 173.4 hp and the 740E above it with 175.4 hp. 2153 John Deere models across 96 series are on record. The model is listed under Forestry equipment. 19 verified figures from 1 source are on file.

Technical data

Engine

Engine model6068Hcorrect
Power174.4 hp (128.3 kW)correct
Rated speed2,200 rpmcorrect
Cylinders6correct
Displacement6,784.2 cm³correct
Aspirationturbochargedcorrect

Dimensions and weights

Width3,102.9correct
Wheelbase3,432correct
Ground clearance515.1correct
Unladen weight14,626.1 kgcorrect

Drivetrain and chassis

Gearbox typepowershift transmissioncorrect
Forward gears8correct
Reverse gears7correct
Tyre size28L-26correct

Working data

Hydraulic oil capacity56.8 lcorrect
Hydraulic pressure213.7correct
Fuel tank capacity295.3 lcorrect

Other data

Height3,023.6correct

Where this model stands

Power-to-weight ratio: 8.8 kW/t (128 kW / 14.6 t)

Stronger than 42% 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 648H have?

The John Deere 648H delivers 174 hp.

How much does the John Deere 648H weigh?

The unladen weight is 14,626 kg.

What engine does the John Deere 648H have?

6 cylinders, 6,784 cm³ displacement.

What to check before buying

  • Check the hour meter against the service records — a replaced instrument is the most common gap.
  • 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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Other models in this series

540E

540G

540G Series II

540G Series III

548E

548G

548G Series II

548G Series III

640G

640G Series II

640G Series III

640H

Sources: [1] [2]

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