Mobile device using JDLink™

TimberMatic™ Maps monitor displaying live production data

Machine Health Monitoring Center

Now included in base machine, the JDLink telematic system provides the foundation for John Deere’s Precision Forestry solutions. These systems help optimize your machine, your uptime, and your jobsites, which ultimately lead to improved production efficiency.

• JDLink connectivity enables you to view several parameters of your machine, including its location, fuel level, average fuel burn rate, idle time, machine utilization, and much more
• When enabled, John Deere Connected Support™ allows the dealer to provide remote diagnostics, rapid service response with the right part in hand, and parts availability; all to maximize machine uptime
• John Deere’s centralized Machine Health Monitoring Center analyzes data from thousands of connected machines, identifies trends, and develops recommended actions to help prevent downtime
• TimberMatic Maps gives enhanced visibility to the jobsite, which streamlines communication and increases efficiency
• TimberManager™ provides remote visibility to your operation from any device, allowing you to make smart business decisions based on real-time production data

Service doors open on a 3154G

Service doors open on 2956G

Cooling system on 3154G

Easy to reach service components allows operators and technicians to perform regular maintenance checks and scheduled maintenance. These regular maintenance checks minimize break downs and repair expenses in the future. The G-Series features easy to open doors to quickly view and access the scheduled maintenance areas.

• Variable-speed hydraulic reversing fan helps purge debris from the cooling system
• Excellent access to hydraulic system on right hand side for daily maintenance checks and inspections
• Left hand side doors provides complete access to the cooling system for cleaning and inspection
• A hinged AC condenser helps in total cleaning of the cooling package
• A removable debris screen guard on the inside of the left hand door for easy cleaning
• Large fuel tank increases time between refueling intervals
• Remote diagnostics and rapid service response with JDLink™

Undercarriage on John Deere Swing Machine

John Deere G-Series Swing Machines lower structure forms an “X” and provides excellent load distribution close to the ends of the track frames.  The track frames are designed to provide a smooth ride as well as the ultimate strength and stability for all terrains.

• Even distribution of weight across the lower structure, provides less stress on the weld joints between the X-body and the track frames
• Tractive effort to maneuver through deep snow, swamps, or steep slopes
• Multiple configurations of track pad widths and number of grousers to match customer needs
• Two-speed automatic shift travel motors
• Optional tri-tracks reduce track twisting

Floor to ceiling front window

Inside the cab of a John Deere Forestry Swing Machine

Maximizing comfort and visibility helps maximize productivity.  Increased legroom*, isolation mounted, cab risers are all factors to maximize comfort and visibility.  The polycarbonate windows durability meets safety standards.  Ergonomically correct short-throw pilot levers provide smooth, precise fingertip control with minimal movement or effort.

• Large, spacious operator station with excellent ingress and egress
• Ergonomic controls help increase operator productivity
• Floor-to-ceiling window, large side windows, optional skylight and floor windows (rear entry cab only) provide ample visibility

*for side-entry cab models compared to previous series