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2014 Tracked Feller Bunchers/Harvesters 903M/MH / 909M/MH / 953M / 959M

2014 Tracked Feller Bunchers/Harvesters 903M/MH / 909M/MH / 953M / 959M
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2014 Tracked Feller Bunchers/Harvesters 903M/MH / 909M/MH / 953M / 959M

Product catalog summary
Introduction
The M-Series Tracked Feller Bunchers and Harvesters by John Deere are advanced forestry machines developed with input from Customer Advocate Groups to boost productivity, reliability, and reduce operating costs.
Key Features and Enhancements
  • Improved Cutting Swath: Offers a 30% increase, enhancing efficiency with reduced machine movement.
  • Multiple Boom and Attachment Combinations: Configurations available for various applications.
  • Rapid Cycle System (RCS): Optional feature for simplified boom control, reducing operator fatigue.
  • Increased Stability and Swing Torque: Enhanced by a longer, wider undercarriage.
Operator Comfort and Control
  • Enhanced Visibility: Features floor-to-ceiling windows and an overhead skylight.
  • Ergonomic Controls: Includes adjustable armrests and keypads, with an optional suspension seat.
  • Sealed-Switch Module: Dust and moisture-resistant for durability.
Serviceability and Maintenance
  • Best-in-Class Serviceability: Easy component access for maintenance.
  • Hydraulic Reversing Fan: Automatically cleans debris from cooler cores.
  • TimberNavi™ GPS Mapping: Provides site feature locations for improved confidence.
  • Remote Diagnostics: JDLink™ enables fast diagnostics and service response.
Specifications
  • Engine: John Deere PowerTech™ Plus 6090H, EPA Tier 3/EU Stage IIIA compliant.
  • Hydraulics: Closed center, load sense, pressure compensated system.
  • Electrical System: 24-volt system with optional LED work lights.
  • Undercarriage: Integral track guides and hydraulic track adjustment.
  • Travel Performance: High and low-speed options with significant tractive effort.
Conclusion
The 900M-Series and 900MH-Series machines are designed to maximize uptime and productivity while minimizing operating costs, making them reliable for forestry operations.
Specifications Overview
Detailed specifications for the 903M, 909M, 953M, and 959M models include a suction-type, hydraulically driven fan with variable speed and reversing capabilities. The hydraulic system features a variable-displacement axial piston main pump with a maximum flow of 494 L/min.
Hydraulics
Equipped with dedicated variable-displacement axial piston pumps for continuous operations, each with a maximum flow of 135 L/min.
Electrical System
Operates at 24 volts with two 12-volt batteries. The alternator is rated at 100 amps, with an optional 130-amp upgrade.
Undercarriage and Travel Performance
Features integral track guides and hydraulic track adjustment. Travel speeds range from 4.2 km/h high to 2.1 km/h low, with tractive effort up to 373 kN.
Swing System
Maximum speed of 6.7 rpm and torque of 110 170 Nm. The swing brake is a sealed wet multi-disc.
Serviceability
Fuel tank capacity is 1080 L. Ground pressure varies with undercarriage type and track shoe width.
Operating Weight and Dimensions
Operating weight varies by model, with base machine weights from 31,590 kg to 37,740 kg.
Attachment Information
Includes various boom and saw configurations, with cutting capacities from 545 mm to 900 mm.
Engine Specifications
The John Deere PowerTech™ Plus 6090H engine meets EPA Tier 3/EU Stage IIIA standards, with peak power options of 224 kW and 246 kW.
Conclusion
The document provides comprehensive technical specifications for the 903M, 909M, 953M, and 959M models, highlighting their capabilities for forestry operations.
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2014 Tracked Feller Bunchers/Harvesters 903M/MH / 909M/MH / 953M / 959M-2

THE MACHINES THATARE CHANciNmm THE GAME. T‘

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2014 Tracked Feller Bunchers/Harvesters 903M/MH / 909M/MH / 953M / 959M-4

Backed by over a half-century of experience in the woods, our next-generation 900M-Series Tracked Feller Bunchers and 900MH-Series Tracked Harvesters are changing the game — thanks to customers like you. To improve upon our industry-leading large-size machines, we relied on the input of the people who run them in the woods every day. Inspired by invaluable customer input, we added numerous enhancements, then tested the machines until we got them exactly right. THE RESULT is large-size machines that deliver even more uptime and productivity and lower daily operating costs than their highly successful...

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2014 Tracked Feller Bunchers/Harvesters 903M/MH / 909M/MH / 953M / 959M-5

You wrote the rules. Customer Advocate Groups (CAGs) provided us with real-world insight, inspiring a host of innovations that make our 900M-Series Tracked Feller Buncher and 900MH-Series Tracked Harvester machines even more productive and reliable. Improved cutting swath The 900M- and MH-Series maintain the improvements introduced on the 900K-Series machines, including a 30-percent increase in cutting swath, from 3 to 4 m (10 to 13 ft.) on the standard boom, and by eight percent, to almost a foot, on the harvester boom. For more cuts with less machine movement. Multiple boom-set/ attachment...

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2014 Tracked Feller Bunchers/Harvesters 903M/MH / 909M/MH / 953M / 959M-6

STANDOUT FEATURE COVER MORE GROUND Rapid Cycle System (RCS) New Rapid Cycle System option combines automated felling-head arm cycling with simple boom control — dramatically reducing operator fatigue while increasing effciency and productivity. MAXIMIZE PRODUCTIVITY

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2014 Tracked Feller Bunchers/Harvesters 903M/MH / 909M/MH / 953M / 959M-7

Adaptable to preferences and environments RCS can be tailored to individual skill levels and specific harvesting conditions, from large singletree harvesting to high-speed, multistem cutting. Single-touch operation Press a single button to engage RCS mode. Conditions don't suit the fast, parallel motion of the boom? Turn RCS off with another touch of a button. Operator-specific settings Multiple RCS settings can be saved according to individual operator preferences. Novices may prefer a slower, more methodical pace, while highly skilled pros may want faster response.

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2014 Tracked Feller Bunchers/Harvesters 903M/MH / 909M/MH / 953M / 959M-8

Operators will find their comfort zones and be more productive in the roomier operator station. Controls are ergonomically designed And the view has to be seen to be believed, with significantly improved visibility. Effortless control Fully adjustable armrests, including mounted keypads (available only on tracked harvesters), provide fingertip control of all machine functions. Optional fully adjustable suspension seat provides exceptional daylong comfort in the climate-controlled cab. Sealed-switch module Sealed touchpad keeps out dust, moisture, and debris, for longer switch life. Proven marine-grade...

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2014 Tracked Feller Bunchers/Harvesters 903M/MH / 909M/MH / 953M / 959M-9

Deere really took the time to get our input. And the machines just blow me away. I love the new cab design, the undercarriage, the visibility – everything is just that much better. Rick Cunneen, CAG member Plantation Harvesting, Myrtleford, Victoria, Australia

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2014 Tracked Feller Bunchers/Harvesters 903M/MH / 909M/MH / 953M / 959M-10

INCREASE UPTIME There’s no stopping you. When you have timber to cut and trucks to load, you need dependable workers like the 900M-Series Tracked Feller Bunchers and 900MH-Series Tracked Harvesters. So you can run harder and longer without interruption. Through-nose plumbing option Exclusive through-nose plumbing (available only on tracked harvesters) routes hoses up and out of harm’s way to extend hose life, increasing uptime and reducing operating costs. Optional toolbox Optional undercarriage-mounted toolbox provides convenient storage for tools, additional saw bars, and other spare parts,...

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2014 Tracked Feller Bunchers/Harvesters 903M/MH / 909M/MH / 953M / 959M-11

John Deere has made serviceability about as good as you can possibly make it. They’ve made some huge improvements. Clint Lightburn, CAG member Lightburn Ventures, Jaffray, British Columbia

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2014 Tracked Feller Bunchers/Harvesters 903M/MH / 909M/MH / 953M / 959M-12

EASY MAINTENANCE SIMPLE. AND SMART. Best-in-class serviceability Easy access to service components helps ensure daily checks and preventative maintenance get done on schedule, minimizing costly repairs down the road. Hydraulic reversing fan Reversing fan automatically reverses airflow to clean debris from the cooler cores. Fan runs at preset intervals, or if conditions demand more frequent cleaning, simply press a button to actuate the reversing cycle. Work faster with TimberNavi™ Get a clearer picture of your operations with the optional new TimberNavi. This easy-to-use GPS-mapping technology...

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2014 Tracked Feller Bunchers/Harvesters 903M/MH / 909M/MH / 953M / 959M-13

Get valuable insight with JOHN DEERE FORESTSIGHT ™ Through JDLink, alerts can be sent to your computer or mobile device — or your dealer, if you choose — to inform you of immediate machine issues. If downtime does occur, exclusive remote diagnostics and programming enable your Deere dealer to minimize the time and cost associated with sending a technician to the logging site for an initial diagnostic visit. You can also receive reminders of periodic scheduled maintenance on your computer or mobile device, or from your dealer. Keep downtime down with ULTIMATE UPTIME In addition to the base John...

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2014 Tracked Feller Bunchers/Harvesters 903M/MH / 909M/MH / 953M / 959M-14

Non-Road Emission Standard Cylinders Displacement Standard Engine Peak Power at 1,900 rpm Rated Power at 2,000 rpm Net Peak Torque at 1,500 rpm Optional Engine Peak Power at 1,900 rpm Rated Power at 2,000 rpm Net Peak Torque at 1,500 rpm ooling Fan Type Suction type, hydraulically driven, variable speed, reversing Closed center, load sense, pressure compensated Main Pump Maximum Rated Flow Continuous Saw Pump Maximum Rated Flow Attachment Pump Maximum Rated Flow Oil Filtration Voltage Number of Batteries Alternator Rating Standard Optional Work Lights Standard Optional Service Lights Variable-displacement...

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2014 Tracked Feller Bunchers/Harvesters 903M/MH / 909M/MH / 953M / 959M-15

Triple Grouser (soft terrain only) 914 mm (36 in.) 42.2 kPa (6.1 psi) Operating Weight Includes standard equipment, 610-mm (24 in.) double-grouser tracks, half-full fuel tank, and all fluids, less attachment Undercarriage U7 HD U7L HD U7L EXD U7 HD 7.01-m Reach Maximum Reach (to tip of saw blade) Minimum Reach (to tip of saw blade) Cutting Swath Lift Option Lift Capacity, Bare Pin at Full Reach Lift Capacity, Bare Pin at 6.1 m (20 ft.) 8.08-m Reach Maximum Reach (to tip of saw blade) Minimum Reach (to tip of saw blade) Cutting Swath Lift Option Lift Capacity, Bare Pin at Full Reach Lift...

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