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

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/...

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

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.

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...

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

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...

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

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...

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...

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...

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...