John Deere Unveils Upgrades to Backhoe Lineup
John Deere continues to refine its backhoe lineup with new machine and technology upgrades, enhancing operator comfort and jobsite awareness. Designed for underground and site development applications, the latest enhancements include an industry-first rear camera system, an expanded, redesigned cab with 5 in. more of leg room when swiveling the seat and improved climate control to maximize operator efficiency and comfort.
“As job site demands evolve, so do our machines,” said Emily Pagura, product marketing manager at John Deere. “The latest updates to the backhoe lineup reflect our commitment to delivering smarter solutions that improve jobsite awareness, operator comfort and machine control, ensuring crews can work productively on the jobsite.”
The significant updates improve jobsite awareness, helping operators to navigate busy jobsites. With two side posts consolidated to one, this new cab provides an expanded field of view, particularly for truck loading and trenching operations. A new overhead rear window system offers an unobstructed view of trenches and tight spaces, increasing accuracy in underground applications.
An industry-first rear camera system, displayed on an 8-in. touchscreen, supplements operator vision and reduces rear structure obstructions, improving overall job site awareness. Additionally, upgraded LED work lights and LED turn signals enhance visibility in low-light conditions, enabling operators to work efficiently at any time of day.
John Deere prioritizes operator comfort with a redesigned cab that enhances the overall working experience. The cab is now 5 in. wider where the seat swivels, providing more space for maneuverability and seat transition, and helps keep operators comfortable during long hours of operation. An optional heated and vented seat, paired with an upgraded HVAC system that delivers 10% more airflow, ensures optimal climate control in all working conditions.
A redesigned palm-on-top loader grip helps support the operator’s hand to keep operators comfortable through long working hours, while enhanced storage solutions offer better organization for tools and personal items. Together, these comfort-driven enhancements allow operators to work comfortably.
Additional updates include:
- Optional manual stabilizer locks and a stabilizer position warning system keep the operator informed of stabilizer position during transport. (Optional, all models)
- New pull-down front sunshade with more surface area to shield an operator from sun while in loader mode. (Optional, on P-Tier only)
- Redesigned pilot towers combined with the wider cab give operators more leg room for seat transitions. (Standard, all models)
- Common sealed switch module and centralized controls on all models provide keyless start, machine security and easy access to frequently used controls. (Standard, all models)
- Updated toolbox on outside of machine provides additional storage and includes new pressurized gas strut for ease of use and anti-corrosion hardware for longevity. (Optional on 310 G-Tier, standard on all P-Tier)
These new features, coupled with recent updates including Optional Heavy Lift and Pressure Compensated Load Sensing (PCLS) hydraulics on the 320, 410, and 710 P-Tier, make the newest John Deere backhoes a versatile machine on any jobsite.
For more details on the updated John Deere Backhoe, visit JohnDeere.com or contact your local John Deere dealer.
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