JOHN DEERE 245G LC CRAWLER EXCAVATOR

Technical Description

The John Deere 245G LC is a mid-size crawler excavator engineered for urban renewal, street repair, and underground utility applications. Powered by a Tier 4/Stage IV compliant Isuzu diesel engine, this machine delivers 159 horsepower (119 kW) at 1,900 rpm, enabling reliable performance in nonattainment areas while maintaining exceptional power and efficiency. With an operating weight of 56,830 pounds, the 245G LC achieves a maximum digging depth of 21 feet 9 inches and a ground-level reach of 33 feet 4 inches, making it highly versatile for confined workspaces and obstacle-laden job sites. The excavator features a 9-foot 7-inch arm length and boasts impressive digging forces of 114 kilonewtons (25,629 pounds-force) for arm breakout and 158 kilonewtons (35,522 pounds-force) for bucket breakout. Its lifting capacity reaches 7,400 kilograms (15,850 pounds), with a 7.5-meter reach capable of side lifting 3,000 kilograms. The machine employs a unique three-pump hydraulic system delivering 613 liters per minute (162 gallons per minute) of total flow, combined with Powerwise III hydraulic management that optimizes engine performance across three productivity modes. The reduced tail-swing design allows 11.8 rpm swing speed with 68,000 newton-meters (50,000 foot-pounds) of swing torque, facilitating productive operation in tight spaces. Standard features include an air-suspension heated seat with ROPS cabin, dual work lights, and three welded boom bulkheads warranted for three years or 10,000 hours, ensuring durability and operator comfort throughout demanding applications.