John Deere 748L – specifications
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John Deere skidders – other models: the L series from the 640L to the 948L, PowerTech six-cylinders of 6.8 to 9.0 litres, operating weights from 16,686 to 22,416 kg
This page gathers the John Deere L-series skidders the register could not assign to a named range: from the compact 640L to the large 948L. Skidders drag felled trunks by cable winch or grapple from the stand to the skid trail or timber yard; John Deere runs this range as part of its forestry division, which traces back to the acquisition of the Finnish maker Timberjack in 2000. The rising number from 640 to 948 sorts the models by size and power class.
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The register lists here 5 versions with six-cylinder engines of 6,800.6 to 9,001.4 cm³ displacement – the John Deere units PowerTech PVX 6068 and PowerTech PSS at 6.8 or 9.0 litres – operating weights from 16,686 to 22,416 kg, lengths from 7,592 to 8,468 mm and widths from 3,233 to 3,574 mm.
Skidders of this size are the classic skidding method in North American and Scandinavian forestry, complementing crane-based forwarder extraction there; because of their high ground pressure while dragging loads, they are tied to fixed skid trails and require well-planned trail networks to limit soil compaction.
On used examples, operating hours and the condition of the six-cylinder diesel engine, tyre and axle wear, the condition of the winch or grapple and the protective cage, and hydraulic tightness all matter; spare parts and servicing run through the John Deere forestry network.
Sources: SpecCodex register, model data: John Deere Holzrücker (weitere Modelle), John Deere Forstmaschinen (manufacturer)
Technical data
Engine
| Engine make | John Deerecorrect |
|---|---|
| Engine model | PowerTech PSS 6.8Lcorrect |
| Displacement | 6,800.6 cm³correct |
Dimensions and weights
| Length | 8,384 mmcorrect |
|---|---|
| Width | 3,238 mmcorrect |
| Ground clearance | 556.3 mmcorrect |
| Unladen weight | 19,713 kgcorrect |
Drivetrain and chassis
| Top speed | 24.8 km/hcorrect |
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Other data
| System voltage | 24 Vcorrect |
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Frequently asked questions
How much does the John Deere 748L weigh?
The unladen weight is 19,713 kg.
What engine does the John Deere 748L have?
6,801 cm³ displacement.
How fast does the John Deere 748L go?
Top speed is 24.8 km/h.
What are the dimensions of the John Deere 748L?
8,384 mm × 3,238 mm.
What to check before buying
- Check the hour meter against the service records — a replaced instrument is the most common gap.
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