Technical Description
The John Deere 690C is a robust hydraulic excavator engineered for demanding production-class applications. Equipped with a Boom/Stick Option 1 configuration, it delivers a maximum cutting height of 22 ft, a digging depth of 21 ft, a loading height of 15 ft, and a ground reach of 30 ft, making it highly versatile for a range of excavation tasks. The shipping dimensions are 10.9 ft in height and 30 ft in length, ensuring efficient transport. The bucket system offers a maximum capacity of 1.4 cu yd, a minimum of 0.6 cu yd, and a reference capacity of 0.8 cu yd, accommodating various material handling needs. Key dimensions include a ground clearance of 1.3 ft, a cab height of 9.9 ft, a track length on ground of 10 ft, a removal counterweight clearance of 3.2 ft, a tail swing radius of 9 ft, and a width to the outside of tracks of 9.5 ft. The engine is a turbocharged 6-466T model with a displacement of 466 cu in, producing 134 hp (100 kW) gross power and 125 hp (93 kW) net power at 1900 rpm, with peak torque of 450 lbs ft at 1300 rpm. Operating specifications include a 42-amp alternator, 42-gal cooling system, 25-gal engine oil, 70-gal fuel, and 80-gal hydraulic system capacities, with a relief valve pressure of 2500 psi and 24-volt electrical system. The swing speed is 7.8 rpm, and the undercarriage features 9 rollers per side, 24-in shoes, a 7.5-ft track gauge, and a ground pressure of 6.5 psi, with a maximum travel speed of 1.8 mph. The operating weight is 39,935 lbs.
