DEERE 872GP MOTOR GRADERS

Technical Description

The 2015 John Deere 872GP Motor Grader is a heavy-duty, six-wheel-drive machine engineered for high productivity and precision in demanding grading applications. It features an overall length of 29.17 ft, a wheelbase of 20.21 ft, and a blade base of 8.31 ft, with a height to the top of the Isomount cab of 10.44 ft. The grader is powered by a John Deere PowerTech PSS 9.0L (Tier 4) in-line 4-cycle diesel engine, displacing 9.0 L (549 cu in) and equipped with 6 cylinders, a bore x stroke of 4.66 in x 5.35 in, and a compression ratio of 16.0:1. The engine delivers a maximum power of 285 hp, with a peak torque of approximately 1243 ft-lb at 1600 rpm, and operates at a maximum RPM of 2200. The PowerTech PSS engine is turbocharged and aftercooled, ensuring robust performance and fuel efficiency. The hydraulic system is closed center with a variable piston pump, providing a pump output of about 40.9 gal/min at 2200 rpm and a maximum system pressure of approximately 3500 psi (24,150 kPa). The fuel tank capacity is around 80.6 US gallons (305 L). This configuration supports a wide range of grading tasks, offering reliable power, precise control, and durability in various operating conditions.