John Deere Compact Excavator 240D LC User Manual

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EXCAVATORS  
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240D LC | 270D LC  
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240D LC and 270D LC deliver more digging force, swing torque, and lift  
capability, with less emissions and noise.  
Extended engine and hydraulic oil service intervals increase uptime and  
reduce daily operating costs.  
Specifications  
Net Horsepower  
Operating Weight  
Lift Capacity  
240D LC  
177 hp  
270D LC  
188 hp  
Redesigned cab is more spacious and has 47-percent more glass for  
best-in-class comfort and visibility.  
54,624 lb.  
16,877 lb.  
24 ft. 7 in.  
24,020 lb.  
63,425 lb.  
19,727 lb.  
25 ft. 11 in.  
25,979 lb.  
PowerwiseIII engine/hydraulic management system maximizes power  
output, saves fuel, and delivers smooth multifunction hydraulic operation.  
Hydraulically driven, highly efficient fan runs only as needed, reducing  
noise, fuel consumption, and operating costs.  
Digging Depth  
Arm Breakout Force  
Tier 3 emission-certified PowerTech Plusdiesels deliver power without  
compromise in all conditions.  
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Electronically controlled variable-geometry turbo-  
charger (VGT) improves torque response, helping  
match engine speed to load requirements.  
Noise levels — and operator fatigue — have been  
significantly reduced. Variable-speed fan, dual-pass  
muffler, pilot-injected PowerTech Plusengine, and  
isochronous high-idle speed help quiet things down.  
Cooled exhaust gas recirculation (EGR), four-valve-  
per-cylinder head, and high-pressure common-  
rail fuel system enable the 6.8-L diesels to meet  
Tier 3 emission standards without sacrificing  
power or fuel efficiency.  
Additional hydraulic capability a necessity? Two  
factory-installed high-pressure, high-flow auxiliary  
hydraulic packages enable you to meet the need.  
Choose from a variety of track widths, arm lengths,  
buckets, and other options.  
1. PowerwiseIII perfectly balances engine  
performance and hydraulic flow for fast,  
smooth, and predictable operation. One  
work mode makes it easy to be productive  
in any application.  
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2. Significant increases in horsepower,  
weight, dig force, and drawbar pull make  
the D-Series highly productive machines  
for a wide variety of work.  
3. Increased flow, arm force, and swing  
torque help speed cycles, enabling you to  
load more trucks or open more trench.  
4. For work that requires extra finesse, the  
D-Series’ best-in-class metering and  
smooth multifunction operation give you  
the precise control you need.  
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Quietly go about your  
business of building  
your bottom line.  
D-Series Excavators speak softly and carry The Powerwise III engine/hydraulic manage-  
a big stick. Combining strong digging forces  
with outstanding lift capacity and reach,  
the 240D LC and 270D LC are more than up  
to any task. Faster hydraulics boost produc-  
ment system provides pinpoint metering and  
low-effort control, while numerous noise-  
reduction enhancements further reduce  
operator fatigue. Add any of the many  
tivity, while increased drawbar pull and arm available options, and put even more work  
force provide an additional lift to production. within reach.  
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See more, do more.  
Yours aren’t just any employees. Why equip them  
And a bevy of creature comforts, including auto-  
with just another excavator? To help make the matic climate control, AM/FM radio, generous  
most of their skills, put your operators behind the storage space, and available air-suspension  
controls of a John Deere D-Series. Its spacious, heated seat. But it’s not just the extras that  
well-appointed interior boasts more of everything.  
Forty-seven-percent more glass for virtually un-  
restricted visibility. Substantially more legroom.  
will make your operators more productive. They’ll  
also benefit from the things the D-Series deliver  
less of — such as noise, fatigue, and emissions.  
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Deluxe-suspension multi-position seat has 10½ inches of  
travel, sliding together or independently of the control console.  
So it won’t cramp an operator’s style.  
Ergonomically correct short-throw pilot levers provide smooth,  
predictable fingertip control with less movement or effort.  
Pushbuttons in the right lever allow fingertip control of auxil-  
iary hydraulic flow for operating attachments.  
Convenient 12-volt port powers cell phones and other  
electronic devices.  
Redesigned cab isn’t just roomier, it’s also noticeably quieter  
and more comfortable. Silicone-filled mounts effectively  
isolate operators from noise and vibration.  
1. Wide expanse of glass, narrow front  
cab posts, large overhead tinted hatch,  
and numerous mirrors provide virtually  
unobstructed all-around visibility.  
2. No shortage of storage in here. There’s a  
place for a cooler, cup holders, and even a  
hot/cold box that keeps beverages at just  
the right temperature.  
3. Automatic, high-velocity bi-level climate-  
control system with automotive-style  
adjustable louvers helps keep the glass  
clear and the cab comfortable.  
4. Intuitive, multi-language monitor provides  
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a wealth of machine info and control. Its  
LCD four-color screen displays operating,  
diagnostic, and maintenance data with  
easy-on-the-eyes clarity.  
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Graphite-iron wet-sleeve cylinder liners, mono-  
steel pistons, and large-diameter connecting rods  
ensure long-term engine durability.  
Welded bulkheads within the boom resist torsional  
stress. Reinforced D-channel side frames provide  
maximum cab and component protection.  
Tungsten-carbide coating creates an extremely  
wear-resistant surface to protect the all-important  
bucket-to-arm joint.  
An optional reversing fan back-blows cooler cores  
to reduce debris buildup. It’s a welcome addition  
that will increase uptime.  
Oil-impregnated bushings enhance durability and  
extend grease intervals to 500 hours for the arm-  
and-boom joint and 100 hours for the bucket joint.  
Booms, arms, and mainframes are so tough,  
they’re warranted for three years or 10,000 hours.  
1. Hydraulically driven cool-on-demand  
fan runs only as needed, reducing fuel  
consumption and debris flow through the  
coolers. Highly efficient system keeps  
things cool, even in tough environments  
or high altitudes.  
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2. Perforations in the hood and side shields  
serve as a “first filter,” helping prevent  
trash entry. Anything that passes through  
will also clear the eight-fin-per-inch  
cooler cores.  
3. Reinforced resin thrust plates, grooved  
bushings, and thermal-coated bucket  
joints increase arm and boom lube inter-  
vals to 500 hours.  
4. You won’t find a more durable swing  
bearing or mainframe on comparable-  
size excavators.  
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Nothing runs like a  
Deere because nothing  
is built like one.  
From their durable sealed and lubricated  
tungsten-carbide thermal-coated arm surfaces,  
undercarriages to their heavy-duty fuel-sipping oil-impregnated bushings, welded-boom bulk-  
PowerTech Plus engines, the D-Series are built to heads, and extended engine and hydraulic oil-  
the hilt to deliver unsurpassed reliability. These change intervals help keep downtime down and  
plus numerous other traditional John Deere profits up. When you know how they’re built,  
features such as wet-sleeve engine liners,  
you’ll run a Deere.  
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Machine Information  
Center (MIC) captures  
and stores vital machine  
performance and utiliza-  
tion data to help improve  
uptime, productivity,  
and profit.  
Auto-idle automatically  
reduces engine speed  
when hydraulics aren’t  
in use, helping make the  
most of every precious  
drop of fuel.  
Large easy-to-open  
doors provide quick  
access to service items.  
Lube banks, fi lt e r s,  
and checkpoints are  
grouped for added  
convenience.  
Large fuel tanks and  
500- and 5,000-hour  
engine and hydraulic  
oil-service intervals  
increase uptime and  
help lower daily  
Fluid-level sight gauges  
are conveniently located  
and can be checked at  
a glance.  
Nobody backs you  
better than the 500-  
plus John Deere  
dealers throughout  
North America.  
operating costs.  
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Minimize maintenance,  
maximize results.  
As with all John Deere machines, D-Series  
Excavators are loaded with features that make  
them hassle free to service and low cost to main-  
tain. Large, easy-to-open service doors and easy-  
oil and fuel filters and extended engine and  
hydraulic oil-change intervals minimize periodic  
maintenance, too. Plus, the Machine Information  
Center (MIC) and remote fluid-sample ports help  
to-reach daily service points make quick work you make timely decisions about machine up-  
of the daily routine. Remote-mounted vertical  
keep, further minimizing downtime and expense.  
1. Vertical spin-on engine oil and fuel/water  
fi lt e r s a r e positioned in the right rear com-  
partment for simplified servicing.  
2. Ground-level fresh-air cab filter is quickly  
serviced from outside the cab. Where it’s  
more likely to get done.  
3. Centralized lube banks place difficult-to-lube  
zerks within easy reach. Help make greasing  
less messy and time consuming, too.  
4. Coolers’ eight-fin-per-inch spacing lets trash  
easily pass to resist plugging. Hinged, swing-  
out coolers provide added core access.  
5. Remote diagnostic and fluid-sample ports  
help speed preventative maintenance and  
troubleshooting.  
6. Convenient door atop the hood speeds and  
simplifies daily engine oil and coolant checks.  
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Specifications  
Engine  
240D LC  
Type . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . John Deere 6068H with altitude-compensating turbocharger and air-to-air charge air cooler; certified to EPA Tier 3 emissions  
Net Peak Power (ISO9249) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 177 hp (132 kW) @ 2,000 rpm  
Net Peak Torque (ISO9249) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 576 lb.-ft. (781 Nm) @ 1,400 rpm  
Cylinders. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6  
Displacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 414 cu. in. (6.8 L)  
Cooling Fan . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . suction-type, hydraulic-driven, remote-mounted drive  
Electrical System. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24 volt with 80-amp alternator  
Batteries (two 12 volt) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . reserve capacity: 180 min.  
Off-level capacity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100% (45 deg.)  
Hydraulic System  
Main Pumps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . two variable-displacement axial-piston  
Maximum Flow . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 x 59.2 gpm (2 x 224 L/min.)  
Pilot Pump. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . one gear  
Maximum Flow . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8.9 gpm (34 L/min.)  
Pressure Setting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 580 psi (4000 kPa)  
System Operating Pressure  
Implement Circuits . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4,980 psi (34 300 kPa)  
Travel Circuits . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4,980 psi (34 300 kPa)  
Swing Circuits. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4,700 psi (32 400 kPa)  
Power Boost . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5,260 psi (36 300 kPa)  
Oil Filtration. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . one 10-micron full-flow return filter with by-pass / one pilot oil filter  
Cylinders  
Bore  
Rod Diameter  
Stroke  
Boom (2) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4.9 in. (125 mm)  
Arm (1) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5.5 in. (140 mm)  
Bucket (1) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5.1 in. (130 mm)  
3.5 in. (90 mm)  
3.9 in. (100 mm)  
3.5 in. (90 mm)  
54.7 in. (1390 mm)  
63.4 in. (1610 mm)  
42.3 in. (1075 mm)  
Swing Mechanism  
Swing Speed. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0–13.5 rpm  
Swing Torque . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54,857 lb.-ft. (74 433 Nm)  
Undercarriage  
Carrier Rollers (per side) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2  
Track Rollers (per side) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9  
Shoes, Triple Semi-Grouser (per side) . . . . . . . . . . 51  
Track Guides . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . front and center  
Track Adjustment. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . hydraulic  
Travel Speed  
Low. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0–2.1 mph (0–3.4 km/h)  
High . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0–3.4 mph (0–5.5 km/h)  
Drawbar Pull . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49,920 lb. (22 650 kg)  
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Ground Pressure Data  
240D LC  
Average Ground Pressure  
28-in. (700 mm) Triple Semi-Grouser Shoes  
(recommended for rocky terrain/stumps) . . . 6.02 psi (41.5 kPa)  
32-in. (800 mm) Triple Semi-Grouser Shoes  
(recommended for general/soft terrain) . . . 5.34 psi (36.8 kPa)  
Capacities (U.S.)  
Fuel Tank. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 132 gal. (500 L)  
Cooling System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31.6 qt. (29.9 L)  
Engine Lubrication, Including Filter . . . . . . . . . . . . 26 qt. (24.6 L)  
Hydraulic Tank. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39 gal. (147.6 L)  
Hydraulic System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63.4 gal. (240 L)  
Propel Gearbox (each) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6.5 qt. (6.2 L)  
Swing Drive. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7.5 qt. (7 L)  
SAE Operating Weights  
With Full Fuel Tank; 175-lb. (79 kg) Operator;  
1.38-cu.-yd. (1.06 m3), 42-in. (1065 mm),  
2,195-lb. (996 kg) Bucket; 11-ft. 10-in.  
(3.61 m) Arm; 11,904-lb. (5400 kg) Counter-  
weight; and 32-in. (800 mm) Triple Semi-  
Grouser Shoes. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54,654 lb. (24 791 kg)  
Component Weights  
Undercarriage  
28-in. (700 mm) Triple Semi-Grouser Shoes . . . 18,650 lb. (8460 kg)  
32-in. (800 mm) Triple Semi-Grouser Shoes . . . 19,277 lb. (8744 kg)  
One-Piece Boom (with arm cylinder) . . . . . . . . . . . 4,868 lb. (2208 kg)  
Arm with Bucket Cylinder and Linkage  
9 ft. 9 in. (2.96 m). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2,855 lb. (1295 kg)  
11 ft. 10 in. (3.61 m). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3,075 lb. (1395 kg)  
Boom Lift Cylinders (2) Total Weight . . . . . . . . . . . 957 lb. (434 kg)  
1.38-cu.-yd. (1.06 m3), 42-in. (1065 mm)  
Heavy-Duty Plate-Lip Bucket. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2,195 lb. (996 kg)  
Counterweight. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11,904 lb. (5400 kg)  
Operating Information  
Arm Length  
Arm Length  
9 ft. 9 in. (2.96 m)  
11 ft. 10 in. (3.61 m)  
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Arm Force with 32-in. (800 mm) Triple Semi-  
Grouser Shoes*. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27,640 lb. (122.9 kN)  
Bucket Digging Force with 32-in. (800 mm)  
Triple Semi-Grouser Shoes* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37,670 lb. (167 kN)  
Lifting Capacity Over Front @ Ground Level  
20-ft. (6.1 m) Reach* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17,721 lb. (8038 kg)  
24,020 lb. (106.8 kN)  
37,670 lb. (167 kN)  
C
D
16,877 lb. (7655 kg)  
35 ft. 6 in. (10.81 m)  
34 ft. 11 in. (10.64 m)  
24 ft. 7 in. (7.49 m)  
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Maximum Reach . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33 ft. 5 in. (10.19 m)  
A' Maximum Reach @ Ground Level . . . . . . . . . 32 ft. 9 in. (9.99 m)  
Maximum Digging Depth . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22 ft. 5 in. (6.84 m)  
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B' Maximum Digging Depth @ 8-ft. (2.44 m)  
GROUND LINE  
Flat Bottom . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21 ft. 9 in. (6.63 m)  
24 ft. 1 in. (7.33 m)  
34 ft. 6 in. (10.52 m)  
24 ft. 9 in. (7.54 m)  
11 ft. 4 in. (3.46 m)  
21 ft. 9 in. (6.63 m)  
9 ft. 8 in. (2.94 m)  
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A'  
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C
D
E
F
Maximum Cutting Height . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33 ft. 2 in. (10.12 m)  
Maximum Dumping Height . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23 ft. 6 in. (7.16 m)  
Minimum Swing Radius. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 ft. 3 in. (3.44 m)  
Maximum Vertical Wall. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19 ft. 5 in. (5.91 m)  
F
B'  
B
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Tail Swing Radius . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 ft. 8 in. (2.94 m)  
*Digging forces and lift capacities with power boost.  
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240D LC  
Dimensions  
A
9-ft. 9-in. (2.96 m) arm. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 ft. 1 in. (3.07 m)  
11-ft. 10-in. (3.61 m) arm. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 ft. 4 in. (3.14 m)  
B
9-ft. 9-in. (2.96 m) arm. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33 ft. 4 in. (10.15 m)  
11-ft. 10-in. (3.61 m) arm. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33 ft. 6 in. (10.21 m)  
9 ft. 6 in. (2.89 m)  
9 ft. 8 in. (2.94 m)  
A
1 ft. 6 in. (460 mm)  
8 ft. 6 in. (2.59 m)  
12 ft. 7 in. (3.84 m)  
15 ft. 3 in. (4.64 m)  
11 ft. 1 in. (3.39 m)  
B
Lift Capacities  
Boldface italic type indicates hydraulic-limited capacities; lightface type indicates stability-limited capacities, in lb. (kg). Ratings at bucket lift hook; machine equipped with  
1.38-cu.-yd. (1.06 m3), 42-in. (1065 mm), 2,195-lb. (996 kg) bucket; 11,904-lb. (5400 kg) counterweight; standard gauge; and situated on firm, uniform supporting surface.  
Total load includes weight of cables, hook, etc. Figures do not exceed 87 percent of hydraulic capacities or 75 percent of weight needed to tip machine. All lift capacities are  
based on SAE J1097.  
Load Point  
Height  
10 ft. (3.05 m)  
Over Front Over Side  
15 ft. (4.57 m)  
Over Front Over Side  
20 ft. (6.10 m)  
25 ft. (7.62 m)  
Over Front Over Side  
30 ft. (9.15 m)  
Over Front Over Side  
Over Front  
Over Side  
With 11-ft. 10-in. (3.61 m) arm and 32-in. (800 mm) triple semi-grouser shoes  
20 ft. (6.10 m)  
15 ft. (4.57 m)  
7,549 (3424) 7,549 (3424)  
8,607 (3904) 8,607 (3904) 6,261 (2840) 6,261 (2840)  
8,518 (3864)  
8,518 (3864)  
10 ft. (3.05 m)  
5 ft. (1.52 m)  
Ground Line  
14,688 (6662) 14,688 (6662) 11,557 (5242) 11,557 (5242) 10,049 (4558) 8,879 (4027) 8,091 (3670) 6,289 (2853)  
20,756 (9415)  
24,563 (11 142) 17,619 (7992)  
18,889 (8568)  
14,486 (6571) 12,098 (5488) 11,624 (5273) 8,385 (3803) 9,678 (4390) 6,038 (2739)  
16,877 (7655) 11,347 (5147) 12,785 (5799) 7,956 (3609) 9,457 (4290) 5,809 (2635)  
17,903 (8121) 10,923 (4955) 12,480 (5661) 7,678 (3483) 9,308 (4222) 5,670 (2572)  
17,768 (8060) 10,804 (4901) 12,387 (5619) 7,593 (3444)  
–5 ft. (–1.52 m) 13,061 (5924) 13,061 (5924) 25,705 (11 660) 17,163 (7785)  
–10 ft. (–3.05 m) 22,506 (10 209) 22,506 (10 209) 25,004 (11 342) 17,154 (7781)  
–15 ft. (–4.57 m) 29,633 (13 441) 29,633 (13 441) 22,540 (10 224) 17,460 (7920)  
16,709 (7579) 10,961 (4972) 12,307 (5582) 7,768 (3524)  
–20 ft. (–6.10 m)  
17,275 (7836) 17,275 (7836) 12,097 (5487) 11,532 (5231)  
With 11-ft. 10-in. (3.61 m) arm and 28-in. (700 mm) triple semi-grouser shoes  
20 ft. (6.10 m)  
15 ft. (4.57 m)  
7,549 (3424) 7,549 (3424)  
8,607 (3904) 8,607 (3904) 6,261 (2840) 6,261 (2840)  
8,518 (3864)  
8,518 (3864)  
10 ft. (3.05 m)  
5 ft. (1.52 m)  
Ground Line  
14,688 (6662) 14,688 (6662) 11,557 (5242) 11,557 (5242) 10,049 (4558) 8,775 (3980) 8,091 (3670) 6,206 (2815)  
20,756 (9415)  
24,563 (11 142) 17,417 (7900)  
18,696 (8480)  
14,486 (6571) 11,961 (5425) 11,624 (5273) 8,282 (3757) 9,578 (4345) 5,955 (2701)  
16,877 (7655) 11,210 (5085) 12,627 (5728) 7,853 (3562) 9,332 (4233) 5,726 (2597)  
17,687 (8023) 10,786 (4892) 12,322 (5589) 7,574 (3436) 9,183 (4165) 5,587 (2534)  
17,551 (7961) 10,666 (4838) 12,229 (5547) 7,489 (3397)  
–5 ft. (–1.52 m) 13,061 (5924) 13,061 (5924) 25,705 (11 660) 16,960 (7693)  
–10 ft. (–3.05 m) 22,506 (10 209) 22,506 (10 209) 25,004 (11 342) 16,952 (7689)  
–15 ft. (–4.57 m) 29,633 (13 441) 29,633 (13 441) 22,540 (10 224) 17,257 (7828)  
16,709 (7579) 10,824 (4910) 12,307 (5582) 7,664 (3476)  
–20 ft. (–6.10 m)  
17,275 (7836) 17,275 (7836) 12,097 (5487) 11,395 (5169)  
With 9-ft. 9-in. (2.96 m) arm and 32-in. (800 mm) triple semi-grouser shoes  
20 ft. (6.10 m)  
15 ft. (4.57 m)  
8,237 (3736) 8,237 (3736)  
10,540 (4781) 10,540 (4781) 9,885 (4484) 9,122 (4138)  
10 ft. (3.05 m)  
5 ft. (1.52 m)  
Ground Line  
17,515 (7945) 17,515 (7945) 13,047 (5918) 12,726 (5772) 11,074 (5023) 8,728 (3959) 7,205 (3268) 6,196 (2810)  
23,155 (10 503) 18,262 (8284)  
25,634 (11 628) 17,416 (7900)  
15,755 (7146) 11,858 (5379) 12,482 (5662) 8,288 (3759) 9,206 (4176) 6,004 (2723)  
17,721 (8038) 11,241 (5099) 12,744 (5781) 7,930 (3597) 9,235 (4189) 5,837 (2648)  
17,922 (8129) 10,954 (4969) 12,530 (5684) 7,734 (3508)  
–5 ft. (–1.52 m) 12,761 (5788) 12,761 (5788) 25,654 (11 637) 17,248 (7824)  
–10 ft. (–3.05 m) 19,352 (8778) 19,352 (8778) 24,124 (10 943) 17,398 (7892)  
17,921 (8129) 10,953 (4968) 12,548 (5692) 7,750 (3515)  
–15 ft. (–4.57 m) 27,603 (12 521) 27,603 (12 521) 20,730 (9403)  
17,836 (8090)  
15,487 (7025) 11,247 (5102)  
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Lift Capacities  
240D LC  
Boldface italic type indicates hydraulic-limited capacities; lightface type indicates stability-limited capacities, in lb. (kg). Ratings at bucket lift hook; machine equipped with  
1.38-cu.-yd. (1.06 m3), 42-in. (1065 mm), 2,195-lb. (996 kg) bucket; 11,904-lb. (5400 kg) counterweight; standard gauge; and situated on firm, uniform supporting surface.  
Total load includes weight of cables, hook, etc. Figures do not exceed 87 percent of hydraulic capacities or 75 percent of weight needed to tip machine. All lift capacities are  
based on SAE J1097.  
Load Point  
Height  
10 ft. (3.05 m)  
Over Front Over Side  
15 ft. (4.57 m)  
Over Front Over Side  
20 ft. (6.10 m)  
Over Front Over Side  
25 ft. (7.62 m)  
Over Front Over Side  
30 ft. (9.15 m)  
Over Front Over Side  
With 9-ft. 9-in. (2.96 m) arm and 28-in. (700 mm) triple semi-grouser shoes  
20 ft. (6.10 m)  
15 ft. (4.57 m)  
10 ft. (3.05 m)  
5 ft. (1.52 m)  
Ground Line  
8,237 (3736) 8,237 (3736)  
10,540 (4781) 10,540 (4781) 9,885 (4484) 9,018 (4091)  
17,515 (7945) 17,515 (7945) 13,047 (5918) 12,589 (5710) 11,074 (5023) 8,625 (3912) 7,205 (3268) 6,113 (2773)  
23,155 (10 503) 18,059 (8192)  
25,634 (11 628) 17,213 (7808)  
15,755 (7146) 11,721 (5317) 12,482 (5662) 8,184 (3712) 9,206 (4176) 5,921 (2686)  
17,721 (8038) 11,104 (5037) 12,586 (5709) 7,826 (3550) 9,235 (4189) 5,753 (2610)  
17,706 (8031) 10,817 (4907) 12,372 (5612) 7,630 (3461)  
–5 ft. (–1.52 m) 12,761 (5788) 12,761 (5788) 25,654 (11 637) 17,045 (7732)  
–10 ft. (–3.05 m) 19,352 (8778) 19,352 (8778) 24,124 (10 943) 17,196 (7800)  
17,705 (8031) 10,816 (4906) 12,389 (5620) 7,646 (3468)  
–15 ft. (–4.57 m) 27,603 (12 521) 27,603 (12 521) 20,730 (9403)  
17,634 (7999)  
15,487 (7025) 11,110 (5039)  
Buckets  
A full line of buckets is offered to meet a wide variety of applications. Digging forces are with power boost. Tooth selection includes either the John Deere Fanggs®, Standard,  
Tiger, Twin Tiger, Abrasion panel, or Flare tooth, or the ESCO (Vertalok) Standard, Tiger, Twin Tiger, or Flare tooth. Replaceable cutting edges are available through John Deere  
parts. Optional side cutters add 6 inches (150 mm) to bucket widths.  
Bucket  
Width  
Bucket  
Bucket  
Dig Force  
Arm Dig Force  
9 ft. 9 in. (2.96 m)  
Arm Dig Force  
11 ft. 10 in. (3.61 m)  
Bucket  
Tip Radius  
Type Bucket  
Capacity*  
Weight  
lb. kg  
No. Teeth  
in.  
mm  
cu. yd.  
m3  
lb.  
kN  
lb.  
kN  
lb.  
kN  
in.  
mm  
Heavy-Duty  
Plate Lip  
42  
48  
54  
1065  
1220  
1370  
1.38  
1.60  
1.82  
1.06  
1.22  
1.39  
2,195 996  
2,359 1070  
2,507 1137  
37,676 167.0  
37,676 167.0  
37,676 167.0  
27,640 122.9  
27,640 122.9  
27,640 122.9  
24,020 106.8  
24,020 106.8  
24,020 106.8  
56.5 1435  
56.5 1435  
56.5 1435  
5
6
6
Heavy-Duty  
High Capacity  
24  
30  
36  
42  
48  
610  
760  
915  
1065  
1200  
0.92  
1.20  
1.48  
1.75  
2.03  
0.70  
0.92  
1.13  
1.34  
1.55  
1,765 801  
2,010 912  
2,133 968  
2,279 1034  
2,505 1136  
35,846 159.4  
35,846 159.4  
35,846 159.4  
35,846 159.4  
35,846 159.4  
26,710 118.8  
26,710 118.8  
26,710 118.8  
26,710 118.8  
26,710 118.8  
23,313 103.7  
23,313 103.7  
23,313 103.7  
23,313 103.7  
23,313 103.7  
62.5 1588  
62.5 1588  
62.5 1588  
62.5 1588  
62.5 1588  
3
4
4
5
6
Severe-Duty  
Plate Lip  
30  
36  
42  
760  
915  
1065  
0.95  
1.16  
1.38  
0.73  
0.89  
1.06  
2,080 943  
2,179 988  
2,345 1064  
37,676 167.0  
37,676 167.0  
37,676 167.0  
27,640 122.9  
27,640 122.9  
27,640 122.9  
24,020 106.8  
24,020 106.8  
24,020 106.8  
56.5 1435  
56.5 1435  
56.5 1435  
4
4
5
Ditching  
60  
1525  
1.34  
1.02  
1,562 709  
45,273 201.4  
29,244 130.1  
25,225 112.2  
47.0 1194  
0
*All capacities are SAE heaped ratings and with side cutters.  
Bucket Selection Guide*  
4.0  
(3.0)  
3.5  
(2.7)  
Deere 9-ft. 9-in. (2.96 m) Arm  
3.0  
(2.3)  
2.5  
(1.9)  
2.0  
(1.5)  
Deere 11-ft. 10-in. (3.61 m) Arm  
1.5  
(1.0)  
1.0  
(0.8)  
1,200 1,400  
1,600 1,800  
2,000  
2,200 2,400 2,600  
2,800 3,000  
3,200 3,400 3,600  
lb./cu. yd.  
kg/m3  
700 800 900 1000 1100 1200 1300 1400 1500 1600 1700 1800 1900 2000 2100  
*
Contact your John Deere dealer for optimum bucket and attachment selections. These recommendations are for general conditions and average use. Does not include optional  
equipment such as thumbs or couplers. Larger buckets may be possible when using light materials, for flat and level operations, less compacted materials, and volume loading  
applications such as mass excavation applications in ideal conditions. Smaller buckets are recommended for adverse conditions such as off-level applications, rocks, and uneven  
surfaces. Bucket capacity indicated is SAE heaped.  
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Specifications  
Engine  
270D LC  
Type . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . John Deere 6068H with altitude-compensating turbocharger and air-to-air charge air cooler; certified to EPA Tier 3 emissions  
Net Peak Power (ISO9249) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 188 hp (140 kW) @ 2,100 rpm  
Net Peak Torque (ISO9249) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 599 lb.-ft. (813 Nm) @ 1,400 rpm  
Cylinders. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6  
Displacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 414 cu. in. (6.8 L)  
Cooling Fan . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . suction-type, hydraulic-driven, remote-mounted drive  
Electrical System. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24 volt with 80-amp alternator  
Batteries (two 12 volt) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . reserve capacity: 180 min.  
Off-level capacity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100% (45 deg.)  
Hydraulic System  
Main Pumps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . two variable-displacement axial-piston  
Maximum Flow . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 x 62.3 gpm (2 x 236 L/min.)  
Pilot Pump. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . one gear  
Maximum Flow . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8.9 gpm (34 L/min.)  
Pressure Setting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 580 psi (4000 kPa)  
System Operating Pressure  
Implement Circuits . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4,980 psi (34 300 kPa)  
Travel Circuits . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4,980 psi (34 300 kPa)  
Swing Circuits. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4,700 psi (32 400 kPa)  
Power Boost . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5,260 psi (36 300 kPa)  
Oil Filtration. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . one 10-micron full-flow return filter with by-pass / one pilot oil filter  
Cylinders  
Bore  
Rod Diameter  
Stroke  
Boom (2) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5.3 in. (135 mm)  
Arm (1) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5.9 in. (150 mm)  
Bucket (1) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5.3 in. (135 mm)  
3.7 in. (95 mm)  
4.1 in. (105 mm)  
3.5 in. (90 mm)  
53.5 in. (1360 mm)  
65.3 in. (1659 mm)  
42.1 in. (1070 mm)  
Swing Mechanism  
Swing Speed. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0–12.6 rpm  
Swing Torque . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56,852 lb.-ft. (77 140 Nm)  
Undercarriage  
Carrier Rollers (per side) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2  
Track Rollers (per side) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8  
Shoes, Triple Semi-Grouser (per side) . . . . . . . . . . 48  
Track Guides . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . front and center  
Track Adjustment. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . hydraulic  
Travel Speed  
Low. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0–2.1 mph (0–3.3 km/h)  
High . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0–3.4 mph (0–5.5 km/h)  
Drawbar Pull . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56,074 lb. (25 435 kg)  
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Ground Pressure Data  
270D LC  
Average Ground Pressure  
32-in. (800 mm) Triple Semi-Grouser Shoes  
(recommended for general/soft terrain) . . . 5.84 psi (40.3 kPa)  
Capacities (U.S.)  
Fuel Tank. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 132 gal. (500 L)  
Cooling System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31.6 qt. (29.9 L)  
Engine Lubrication, Including Filter . . . . . . . . . . . . 26 qt. (24.6 L)  
Hydraulic Tank. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39 gal. (148 L)  
Hydraulic System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63.4 gal. (240 L)  
Propel Gearbox (each) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 qt. (8.5 L)  
Swing Drive. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 qt. (7.6 L)  
SAE Operating Weights  
With Full Fuel Tank; 175-lb. (79 kg) Operator;  
1.75-cu.-yd. (1.34 m3), 42-in. (1065 mm),  
2,279-lb. (1034 kg) Bucket; 12-ft. 4-in.  
(3.75 m) Arm; 13,447-lb. (6100 kg) Counter-  
weight; and 32-in. (800 mm) Triple Semi-  
Grouser Shoes. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63,425 lb. (28 770 kg)  
Component Weights  
Undercarriage  
32-in. (800 mm) Triple Semi-Grouser Shoes . . . 25,937 lb. (11 765 kg)  
One-Piece Boom (with arm cylinder) . . . . . . . . . . . 5,086 lb. (2307 kg)  
Arm with Bucket Cylinder and Linkage  
10 ft. 2 in. (3.11 m). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3,102 lb. (1407 kg)  
12 ft. 4 in. (3.75 m). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3,298 lb. (1496 kg)  
Boom Lift Cylinders (2) Total Weight . . . . . . . . . . . 1,098 lb. (494 kg)  
1.75-cu.-yd. (1.34 m3), 42-in. (1065 mm)  
Heavy-Duty High-Capacity Bucket. . . . . . . . . . 2,279 lb. (1034 kg)  
Counterweight. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13,447 lb. (6100 kg)  
Operating Information  
Arm Length  
Arm Length  
10 ft. 2 in. (3.11 m)  
12 ft. 4 in. (3.75 m)  
Arm Force with 32-in. (800 mm) Triple Semi-  
Grouser Shoes*. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29,518 lb. (131.3 kN)  
Bucket Digging Force with 32-in. (800 mm)  
Triple Semi-Grouser Shoes* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37,480 lb. (166.7 kN)  
Lifting Capacity Over Front @ Ground Level  
20-ft. (6.1 m) Reach* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20,773 lb. (9423 kg)  
25,979 lb. (115.55 kN)  
37,480 lb. (166.7 kN)  
E
19,727 lb. (8948 kg)  
37 ft. 1 in. (11.30 m)  
36 ft. 6 in. (11.12 m)  
25 ft. 11 in. (7.91 m)  
A
Maximum Reach . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35 ft. 3 in. (10.74 m)  
A' Maximum Reach @ Ground Level . . . . . . . . . 34 ft.7 in. (10.55 m)  
Maximum Digging Depth . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23 ft. 10 in. (7.26 m)  
C
D
B
B' Maximum Digging Depth @ 8-ft. (2.44 m)  
Flat Bottom . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23 ft. 2 in. (7.05 m)  
25 ft. 8 in. (7.72 m)  
34 ft. 4 in. (10.46 m)  
24 ft. 7 in. (7.49 m)  
12 ft. 9 in. (3.89 m)  
23 ft. 1 in. (7.03 m)  
9 ft. 8 in. (2.94 m)  
C
D
E
F
Maximum Cutting Height . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32 ft. 10 in. (10.01 m)  
Maximum Dumping Height . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23 ft. 2 in. (7.07 m)  
Minimum Swing Radius. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 ft. 7 in. (4.41 m)  
Maximum Vertical Wall. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20 ft. 1 in. (6.11 m)  
GROUND LINE  
G
A'  
A
F
B'  
B
G
Tail Swing Radius . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 ft. 8 in. (2.94 m)  
*Digging forces and lift capacities with power boost.  
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270D LC  
Dimensions  
A
10-ft. 2-in. (3.11 m) arm. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 ft. 5 in. (3.17 m)  
12-ft. 4-in. (3.75 m) arm. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 ft. 0 in. (3.35 m)  
B
10-ft. 2-in. (3.11 m) arm. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33 ft. 11 in. (10.34 m)  
12-ft. 4-in. (3.75 m) arm. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35 ft. 3 in. (10.74 m)  
9 ft. 6 in. (2.89 m)  
9 ft. 8 in. (2.94 m)  
A
1 ft. 8 in. (510 mm)  
8 ft. 6 in. (2.59 m)  
13 ft. 3 in. (4.05 m)  
16 ft. 2 in. (4.94 m)  
11 ft. 1 in. (3.39 m)  
B
Lift Capacities  
Boldface italic type indicates hydraulic-limited capacities; lightface type indicates stability-limited capacities, in lb. (kg). Ratings at bucket lift hook; machine equipped with  
1.75-cu.-yd. (1.34 m3), 42-in. (1065 mm), 2,279-lb. (1034 kg) bucket; 13,447-lb. (6100 kg) counterweight; standard gauge; and situated on firm, uniform supporting surface.  
Total load includes weight of cables, hook, etc. Figures do not exceed 87 percent of hydraulic capacities or 75 percent of weight needed to tip machine. All lift capacities are  
based on SAE J1097.  
Load Point  
Height  
10 ft. (3.05 m)  
Over Front Over Side  
15 ft. (4.57 m)  
Over Front Over Side  
20 ft. (6.10 m)  
Over Front Over Side  
25 ft. (7.62 m)  
Over Front Over Side  
30 ft. (9.15 m)  
Over Front Over Side  
With 12-ft. 4-in. (3.75 m) arm and 32-in. (800 mm) triple semi-grouser shoes  
25 ft. (7.62 m)  
20 ft. (6.10 m)  
15 ft. (4.57 m)  
8,490 (3851) 8,490 (3851)  
8,629 (3914) 8,629 (3914) 5,984 (2714) 5,984 (2714)  
9,676 (4389) 9,676 (4389) 9,609 (4359) 7,937 (3600)  
10 ft. (3.05 m)  
5 ft. (1.52 m)  
Ground Line  
17,039 (7729) 17,039 (7729) 13,189 (5982) 13,189 (5982) 11,405 (5173) 10,668 (4839) 10,524 (4774) 7,680 (3484)  
24,377 (11 057) 22,290 (10 111) 16,795 (7618) 14,398 (6531) 13,401 (6079) 10,091 (4577) 11,626 (5274) 7,371 (3343)  
28,866 (13 094) 20,936 (9497)  
19,727 (8948) 13,562 (6152) 15,195 (6892) 9,601 (4355) 12,245 (5554) 7,096 (3219)  
21,412 (9712) 13,102 (5943) 16,083 (7295) 9,284 (4211) 12,055 (5468) 6,922 (3140)  
21,738 (9860) 12,972 (5884) 15,965 (7242) 9,178 (4163) 10,392 (4714) 6,920 (3139)  
20,489 (9294) 13,131 (5956) 15,518 (7039) 9,328 (4231)  
–5 ft. (–1.52 m) 15,885 (7205) 15,885 (7205) 30,355 (13 769) 20,481 (9290)  
–10 ft. (–3.05 m) 22,504 (10 208) 22,504 (10 208) 29,877 (13 552) 20,489 (9294)  
–15 ft. (–4.57 m) 30,876 (14 005) 30,876 (14 005) 27,577 (12 509) 20,821 (9444)  
–20 ft. (–6.10 m) 30,941 (14 035) 30,941 (14 035) 22,517 (10 214) 21,537 (9769)  
16,452 (7463) 13,673 (6202)  
With 10-ft. 2-in. (3.11 m) arm and 32-in. (800 mm) triple semi-grouser shoes  
20 ft. (6.10 m)  
15 ft. (4.57 m)  
10,107 (4585) 10,107 (4585)  
11,760 (5334) 11,760 (5334) 10,993 (4986) 10,981 (4981) 8,349 (3787) 7,778 (3528)  
10 ft. (3.05 m)  
5 ft. (1.52 m)  
Ground Line  
20,484 (9291) 20,484 (9291) 14,959 (6785) 14,959 (6785) 12,603 (5717) 10,494 (4760) 11,531 (5230) 7,587 (3441)  
27,306 (12 386) 21,575 (9786)  
28,596 (12 971) 20,733 (9404)  
18,319 (8309) 14,121 (6405) 14,426 (6544) 9,976 (4525) 12,445 (5645) 7,332 (3326)  
20,773 (9423) 13,441 (6097) 15,959 (7239) 9,564 (4338) 12,256 (5559) 7,117 (3228)  
21,875 (9922) 13,133 (5957) 16,127 (7315) 9,337 (4235) 12,156 (5514) 7,026 (3187)  
21,566 (9782) 13,130 (5956) 16,121 (7312) 9,332 (4233)  
–5 ft. (–1.52 m) 14,458 (6558) 14,458 (6558) 30,272 (13 731) 20,588 (9339)  
–10 ft. (–3.05 m) 23,292 (10 565) 23,292 (10 565) 29,066 (13 184) 20,762 (9418)  
–15 ft. (–4.57 m) 29,503 (13 382) 29,503 (13 382) 25,803 (11 704) 21,225 (9628)  
19,419 (8808) 13,422 (6088)  
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Buckets  
270D LC  
A full line of buckets is offered to meet a wide variety of applications. Digging forces are with power boost. Tooth selection includes either the John Deere Fanggs®, Standard,  
Tiger, Twin Tiger, Abrasion panel, or Flare tooth, or the ESCO (Vertalok) Standard, Tiger, Twin Tiger, or Flare tooth. Replaceable cutting edges are available through John Deere  
parts. Optional side cutters add 6 inches (150 mm) to bucket widths.  
Bucket  
Width  
Bucket  
Bucket  
Dig Force  
Arm Dig Force  
10 ft. 2 in. (3.11 m)  
Arm Dig Force  
12 ft. 4 in. (3.75 m)  
Bucket  
Tip Radius  
Type Bucket  
Capacity*  
Weight  
lb. kg  
No. Teeth  
in.  
mm  
cu. yd.  
m3  
lb.  
kN  
lb.  
kN  
lb.  
kN  
in.  
mm  
Heavy-Duty  
Plate Lip  
42  
48  
54  
1065  
1220  
1370  
1.38  
1.60  
1.82  
1.06  
1.22  
1.39  
2,195 996  
2,359 1070  
2,507 1137  
41,476 184.5  
41,476 184.5  
41,476 184.5  
30,510 135.7  
30,510 135.7  
30,510 135.7  
26,741 118.9  
26,741 118.9  
26,741 118.9  
56.5 1435  
56.5 1435  
56.5 1435  
5
6
6
Heavy-Duty  
High Capacity  
24  
30  
36  
42  
48  
610  
760  
915  
1065  
1200  
0.92  
1.20  
1.48  
1.75  
2.03  
0.70  
0.92  
1.13  
1.34  
1.55  
1,765 801  
2,010 912  
2,133 968  
2,279 1034  
2,505 1136  
37,480 166.7  
37,480 166.7  
37,480 166.7  
37,480 166.7  
37,480 166.7  
29,518 131.3  
29,518 131.3  
29,518 131.3  
29,518 131.3  
29,518 131.3  
25,979 115.6  
25,979 115.6  
25,979 115.6  
25,979 115.6  
25,979 115.6  
62.5 1588  
62.5 1588  
62.5 1588  
62.5 1588  
62.5 1588  
3
4
4
5
6
Severe-Duty  
Plate Lip  
30  
36  
42  
760  
915  
1065  
0.95  
1.16  
1.38  
0.73  
0.89  
1.06  
2,080 943  
2,179 988  
2,345 1064  
41,476 184.5  
41,476 184.5  
41,476 184.5  
30,510 135.7  
30,510 135.7  
30,510 135.7  
26,741 118.9  
26,741 118.9  
26,741 118.9  
56.5 1435  
56.5 1435  
56.5 1435  
4
4
5
Ditching  
60  
1525  
1.34  
1.02  
1,562 709  
49,848 221.7  
32,225 143.3  
28,044 124.7  
47.0 1194  
0
*All capacities are SAE heaped ratings and with side cutters.  
Bucket Selection Guide*  
5.0  
(3.8)  
4.5  
(3.4)  
4.0  
(3.0)  
3.5  
(2.7)  
3.0  
(2.3)  
Deere 10-ft. 2-in. (3.11 m) Arm  
2.5  
(1.9)  
Deere 12-ft. 4-in. (3.75 m) Arm  
2.0  
(1.5)  
1.5  
(1.0)  
1.0  
(0.8)  
1,200 1,400  
1,600 1,800  
2,000  
2,200 2,400 2,600  
2,800 3,000  
3,200 3,400 3,600  
lb./cu. yd.  
kg/m3  
700 800 900 1000 1100 1200 1300 1400 1500 1600 1700 1800 1900 2000 2100  
*
Contact your John Deere dealer for optimum bucket and attachment selections. These recommendations are for general conditions and average use. Does not include optional  
equipment such as thumbs or couplers. Larger buckets may be possible when using light materials, for flat and level operations, less compacted materials, and volume loading  
applications such as mass excavation applications in ideal conditions. Smaller buckets are recommended for adverse conditions such as off-level applications, rocks, and uneven  
surfaces. Bucket capacity indicated is SAE heaped.  
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240D LC / 270D LC EXCAVATORS  
Key: Standard equipment Optional or special equipment  
*See your John Deere dealer for further information.  
240D 270D Engine  
240D 270D Undercarriage (continued)  
240D 270D Operator’s Station (continued)  
Certified to EPA Tier 3 emissions  
Auto-idle system  
Triple semi-grouser shoes, 28 in. (700 mm)  
Triple semi-grouser shoes, 32 in. (800 mm)  
Hydraulic shutoff lever, all controls  
Hydraulic warm-up control  
Interior light  
Large cup holder  
Machine Information Center (MIC)  
Mode selectors (illuminated): Power modes –  
three / Travel modes – two with automatic shift /  
Work mode – one  
Automatic belt tension device  
Batteries (two 12 volt), 180-min. reserve capacity  
Coolant recovery tank  
Dual-element dry-type air filter  
Electronic engine control  
Enclosed fan guard (conforms to SAE J1308)  
Engine coolant to –34°F (–37°C)  
Fuel filter with water separator  
Full-flow oil filter  
Turbocharger with charge air cooler  
Muffler, under hood, with vertical curved end  
exhaust stack  
Upperstructure  
Right- and left-hand mirrors  
Vandal locks with ignition key: Cab door / Fuel  
cap / Service doors / Toolbox  
Debris-screening side panel  
Remote-mounted engine oil and fuel filters  
Multifunction, color LCD monitor with: Diagnostic  
capability / Multiple-language capabilities /  
Maintenance tracking / Clock / Theft-deterrent  
system / System monitoring with alarm features:  
Auto-idle indicator, engine air cleaner restriction  
indicator light, engine check, engine coolant  
temperature indicator light with audible alarm,  
engine oil pressure indicator light with audible  
alarm, low-alternator-charge indicator light, low-  
fuel indicator light, fault code alert indicator, fuel-  
rate display, wiper-mode indicator, work-lights-on  
indicator, and work-mode indicator  
Monitor system with alarm features: Hydraulic  
oil filter restriction indicator light  
Motion alarm with cancel switch (conforms to  
SAE J994)  
Front Attachments  
Centralized lubrication system  
Dirt seals on all bucket pins  
Less boom and arm  
Oil-impregnated bushings  
Reinforced resin thrust plates  
Tungsten carbide thermal coating on arm-to-  
bucket joint  
Cool-on-demand hydraulic-driven fan  
Glow-plug start aid  
500-hour engine-oil-change interval  
100% (45 deg.) off-level capability  
Engine-oil-sampling valve  
Arm, 9 ft. 9 in. (2.96 m)  
Arm, 10 ft. 2 in. (3.11 m)  
Arm, 11 ft. 10 in. (3.61 m)  
Arm, 12 ft. 4 in. (3.75 m)  
Attachment quick-couplers  
Boom cylinder with plumbing to mainframe for  
less boom and arm  
Hydraulic fan reverser  
Engine coolant heater  
Hydraulic System  
Reduced-drift valve for boom down, arm in  
Auxiliary hydraulic valve section  
Spring-applied, hydraulically released automatic  
swing brake  
Bucket-to-arm clearance adjustable bushing  
(except ditching buckets)  
Buckets: Ditching / Heavy duty / Heavy-duty  
high capacity / Severe-duty plate lip / Side  
cutters and teeth  
Power-boost switch on right console lever  
Auxiliary hydraulic control switches in right  
console lever  
Auxiliary hydraulic-flow adjustments through  
monitor  
Propel pedals and levers  
SAE two-lever control pattern  
Auto power lift  
Material clamps  
Super-long fronts  
Seat belt, 2 in. (51 mm), retractable  
Seat belt, 3 in. (76 mm), non-retractable  
Tinted glass  
Transparent tinted overhead hatch  
Hot/cold beverage compartment  
Air-suspension heated seat  
24- to 12-volt D.C. radio convertors, 10 amp  
Circulation fan  
5,000-hour hydraulic-oil-change interval  
Hydraulic-oil-sampling valve  
Auxiliary hydraulic lines  
Auxiliary pilot and electric controls  
Hydraulic filter restriction indicator kit  
Load-lowering control device  
Single-pedal propel control  
Operator’s Station  
Adjustable independent control positions (levers-  
to-seat, seat-to-pedals)  
AM/FM radio  
Auto climate control/air conditioner, 20,000 Btu/hr.  
(5.9 kW) with heater and pressurizer  
Built-in Operator’s Manual storage compartment  
and manual  
Control pattern change valve  
Protection screens for cab front, rear, and side  
Window vandal protection covers  
Undercarriage  
Planetary drive with axial piston motors  
Propel motor shields  
Spring-applied, hydraulically released automatic  
propel brake  
Cell-phone power outlet, 12 volt, 60 watt, 5 amp  
Coat hook  
Deluxe suspension cloth seat with 4-in. (100 mm)  
adjustable armrests  
Electrical  
80-amp alternator  
Blade-type multi-fused circuits  
Positive terminal battery covers  
Cab extension wiring harness  
JDLinkUltimate wireless communication  
system with 3 years of service  
Track guides, front idler and center  
Two-speed propel with automatic shift  
Upper carrier rollers (2)  
Floor mat  
Front windshield wiper with intermittent speeds  
Gauges (illuminated): Engine coolant / Fuel  
Horn, electric  
Sealed and lubricated track chain  
Lights  
Hourmeter, electric  
Work lights: Halogen / One mounted on boom /  
One mounted on frame  
CONTROL OWNING AND OPERATING COSTS  
Customer Personal Service (CPS) is part of John Deere’s proactive, fix-before-fail strategy on  
machine maintenance that will help control costs, increase profits, and reduce stress. Included  
in this comprehensive lineup of ongoing programs and services are:  
maintenance work gets done right and on schedule. On-site preventive maintenance service  
performed where and when you need it helps protect you from the expense of catastrophic  
failures and lets you avoid waste-disposal hassles.  
Fluid analysis program – tells you what’s going on inside all of your machine’s major  
components so you’ll know if there’s a problem before you see a decline in performance. Fluid  
analysis is included in most extended coverage and preventive-maintenance agreements.  
Component life-cycle data – gives you vital information on the projected life span of  
components and lets you make informed decisions on machine maintenance by telling you  
approximately how many hours of use you can expect from an engine, transmission, or  
hydraulic pump. This information can be used to preempt catastrophic downtime by servicing  
major components at about 80 percent of their life cycle.  
Extended coverage – gives you a fixed cost for machine repairs for a given period of  
time so you can effectively manage costs. Whether you work in a severe-service setting or  
just want to spread the risk of doing business, this is a great way to custom-fit coverage for  
your operation. And an extended coverage contract also travels well because it’s backed by  
John Deere and is honored by all Deere construction dealers.  
Customer Support Advisors (CSAs) – Deere believes the CSA program lends a personal  
quality to Customer Personal Service (CPS). Certified CSAs have the knowledge and skills for  
helping make important decisions on machine maintenance and repair. Their mission is to  
help you implement a plan that’s right for your business and take the burden of machine  
maintenance off your shoulders.  
Preventive Maintenance (PM) agreements – give you a fixed cost for maintaining a  
machine for a given period of time. They also help you avoid downtime by ensuring that critical  
Net engine power is with standard equipment including air cleaner,  
exhaust system, alternator, and cooling fan at test conditions  
specified per ISO9249. No derating is required up to 10,000-ft.  
(3050 m) altitude.  
Specifications and design subject to change without notice. Wherever applicable, specifications are in accordance with SAE standards.  
Except where otherwise noted, these specifications are based on a unit with 42-in. (1065 mm) bucket, 32-in. (800 mm) triple semi-  
grouser shoes, full fuel tank, and 175-lb. (79 kg) operator; a 240D LC unit with 11,904-lb. (5400 kg) counterweight; and a 270D LC  
unit with 13,447-lb. (6100 kg) counterweight.  
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