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 Raise your standards.
Your customers expect big things from you,
so why shouldn’t you expect the same from
your mid-size excavator? Delivering the power,
smoothness, control, and ease of operation of larger
John Deere excavators, the 120D and 160D LC
exceed everyone’s expectations. With strong
digging forces, outstanding lift capability, reach,
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and swing torque, they produce like big machines.
They operate like them, too, with a spacious,
comfortable cab offering generous legroom
and unsurpassed visibility. And with an efficient
cooling system and rugged John Deere diesel
engines certified to EPA Tier 3 emissions, you can
plan on typical Deere uptime and durability, too.
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 The 120D and 160D LC deliver more digging force, swing
torque, drawbar pull, and lift capability, with less emissions
and noise.

Extended engine and hydraulic oil-service intervals increase

uptime and reduce daily operating costs.

Spacious operating stations with more legroom and more

glass deliver unsurpassed comfort and visibility.

Powerwise III™ engine/hydraulic management system

maximizes power output, saves fuel, and delivers smooth,
predictable multifunction hydraulic operation.

The cool-on-demand system features a hydraulically driven,

highly efficient fan on the 160D LC (optional on the 120D) that
runs only as needed, reducing noise, fuel consumption, and
operating costs. The reversing option on models equipped
with cool-on-demand automatically back-blows cooler cores
to reduce debris buildup.

Tier 3 emission-certified John Deere diesels deliver power

without compromise in all conditions.

Specifications 120D 160D LC

Net Power ....................... 93 hp .................. 121 hp

Operating Weight ........... 28,498 lb. ........... 39,980 lb.

Lift Capacity .................... 5,670 lb. .............. 9,094 lb.

Digging Depth ................ 19 ft. 11 in. ......... 21 ft. 4 in.

Arm Breakout Force ...... 12,823 lb. ........... 17,243 lb.

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 The 120D and 160D LC are perfect for “dig-and-run”
jobs such as excavating basements. They transport
easily between jobsites.

Additional hydraulic capability a necessity? Factory-

installed high-pressure, high-flow auxiliary hydraulic
packages meet the need.

The 160D’s operating weight has been increased

compared to its predecessor, enhancing stability
and capacity.

Powerwise III 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.

1. For work that requires extra finesse,

best-in-class metering and superb
1 multifunction operation deliver the
control you need.

2. When the digging gets tough, simply press

the power-boost button (160D LC only) for
additional hydraulic muscle.

3. Hydraulic recirculation system delivers

more efficient flow to the boom and arm,
speeding multifunction operation and cycle
times.

4. Optional backfill blade on the 120D handles

backfill and cleanup duties, while providing
additional stability for running breakers
2 and other heavy-duty attachments.

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 Mid-size stature.
Big-size results.

With fast hydraulics and impressive digging force,
swing torque, drawbar pull, and lift capability, you
can expect big things from the 120D and 160D LC.
The Powerwise III engine/hydraulic management
system provides pinpoint metering for smooth,
predicable control. And when the digging gets
tough, power boost (160D LC only) helps pull
you through. But even with their extra ability,
these excavators are still highly maneuverable —
working with ease around obstacles and easy to
transport between jobsites. Whether you’re
digging basements, loading trucks, or placing
pipe, the 120D or 160D LC may well be all the
machine you need.

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 Bring out your
operators’ best.
With the 120D and 160D LC, you get more of
everything an operator wants. A wider expanse of
tinted glass for virtually unobstructed visibility.
Substantially more legroom. Intuitive multifunction
monitor. Plus numerous other creature comforts and
conveniences including automatic climate control,
generous storage, and available heated air-sus-
pension seat. And yet, for all of the enhancements,
the most appreciated amenity may well be the
peace and quiet. The sound-suppressed cab and
low-noise fan noticeably reduce fatigue-causing
noise. For increased productivity all day long.

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 Deluxe-suspension multi-position seat has 10½ inches of
travel, sliding together or independent of the control console.
So it won’t cramp an operator’s style.

Variable-speed fan (standard on 160D LC, optional on 120D),

noise-reducing muffler, and isochronous high-idle speed help
quiet things down.

Ergonomic short-throw pilot levers provide smooth and

predictable low-effort control.

Go from backhoe- to SAE-style controls with just a twist of

your wrist. Optional lockable control pattern selector valve
comes factory-installed.

No need to leave the seat to match hydraulic flow to your

attachment. Changes are push-button easy and done
through the monitor.

Convenient 12-volt port powers cell phones and other

electronic devices.

Redesigned cab isn’t just roomier, it’s also noticeably more

comfortable. Silicone-filled cab mounts effectively isolate
operators from noise and vibration.

1. Forty-seven-percent more glass, narrow

front cab posts, large tinted overhead
hatch, and numerous mirrors provide
virtually unobstructed all-around visibility.

2. No shortage of space in here. There’s a

place for a cooler, cup holders, and even 1
a hot/cold box that keeps refreshments 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 with

four-color LCD screen provides a wealth
of info and control. Displays operating,
diagnostic, and maintenance data with
easy-on-the-eyes clarity.

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 When equipped with cool-on-demand, the optional
reversing fan automatically or manually back-
blows cooler cores to reduce debris buildup. It’s a
welcome addition that will increase uptime.

Graphite-iron wet-sleeve cylinder liners, mono-

steel pistons, and large-diameter connecting rods
ensure long-term engine durability.

Oil-impregnated bushings enhance durability and

extend grease intervals to 500 hours (100 hours
for the bucket joint). Reinforced resin thrust plates
increase boom lube intervals to 500 hours.

Welded bulkheads within the boom resist torsional

stress. Boom, arms, and mainframe are so tough,
they’re warranted for three years or 10,000 hours.

Tungsten-carbide coating creates an extremely

wear-resistant surface to protect the all-important
bucket-to-arm joint.

1 1. With large idlers, rollers, and strutted links,

the sealed and lubricated undercarriage
delivers long and reliable performance.

2. Rigid, reinforced D-channel side frames

resist impact, providing maximum cab
and component protection.

3. Perforations in the hood and side shields

serve as a “first filter,” preventing trash
entry. Anything that passes through will
also clear the cooler cores.

4. Box-section track frames, thick-plate

single-sheet mainframe, and large swing
2 bearing deliver rock-solid durability.

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 Nothing runs like a
Deere, because nothing
is built like one.

Unlike some excavators that scream for attention,
the 160D LC’s hydraulically driven on-demand
fan (optional on the 120D) runs only as needed,
reducing noise and fuel consumption. The highly
efficient system keeps things running cool, even
in high-trash environments and high altitudes.
Other traditional John Deere features include
tungsten-carbide thermal-coated arm surfaces,
oil-impregnated bushings, and welded-boom bulk-
heads. For maximum uptime and long-term
durability. When you know how they’re built, you’ll
run a Deere.

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Machine Information Center
(MIC) captures and stores
vital machine performance
and utilization data to help
improve uptime, productivity,
and profit.
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Auto-idle automatically Large, easy-to-open doors
reduces engine speeds when provide quick access to ser-
hydraulics aren’t in use, vice items. Lube banks, filters,
making the most of every and checkpoints are grouped
precious drop of fuel. for added convenience.
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Large fuel tanks and 500- Fluid-level sight gauges
and 5,000-hour engine and are conveniently located
hydraulic oil-service intervals and can be checked at
enable these excavators to a glance.
work longer between stops
for scheduled service.
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 Uncover new ways to
keep costs down.
Like all John Deere machines, these excavators
are loaded with features that make them hassle-
free to service and low-cost to maintain. Large,
easy-to-open service doors and easy-access ser-
vice points make quick work of the daily routine.
Remote-mounted vertical oil and fuel filters and
1. Vertical spin-on engine oil and fuel/water 2. Easy-to-navigate LCD color monitor tracks
filters in the right rear compartment allow
ground-level servicing.
4. Fresh-air cab filter is quickly serviced from 5. Wide-fin spacing lets trash easily pass
outside the cab where it’s more likely to
get done.
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extended engine and hydraulic oil-change intervals
minimize maintenance, too. Plus, the Machine
Information Center (MIC), state-of-the-art LCD color
monitor, and fluid-sample ports help you make
timely decisions about machine upkeep — and
help you manage uptime and costs.
3. Centralized lube banks place difficult-to-lube
up to 14 maintenance intervals and lets an zerks within easy reach, for faster greasing
operator check any of 32 machine operating with less mess.
parameters at the touch of a button.
6. Remote diagnostic and fluid-sample ports
through cores to resist plugging. Hinged, help speed preventative maintenance and
swing-out coolers on the 160D provide troubleshooting.
additional access.
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 Specifications
Engine 120D
Manufacturer and Model . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . John Deere 4045H
Non-Road Emission Standards . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . certified to EPA Tier 3 emissions
Net Power (ISO9249) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 93 hp (69 kW) @ 2,000 rpm
Cylinders . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Displacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 276 cu. in. (4.5 L)
Aspiration. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . turbocharged, air-to-air charge air cooler
Off-Level Capacity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100% (45 deg.)

Cooling
Direct-drive, suction-type fan

Powertrain
Two-speed propel with automatic shift
Travel Speed (maximum)
Low . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.1 mph (3.4 km/h)
High. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3.4 mph (5.5 km/h)

Hydraulics
Open center, load sensing; auxiliary hydraulic flow adjustable through monitor
Main Pumps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 variable-displacement axial-piston pumps
Maximum Rated Flow . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 x 27.7 gpm (2 x 105 L/m)
Pilot Pump . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . one gear
Maximum Rated Flow . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8.7 gpm (32.9 L/m)
Pressure Setting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 570 psi (3930 kPa)
System Operating Pressure
Implement Circuits . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4,980 psi (34 336 kPa)
Travel Circuits . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4,980 psi (34 336 kPa)
Swing Circuits . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4,690 psi (32 336 kPa)
Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . pilot levers, short stroke, low effort; hydraulic pilot controls with shutoff lever

Cylinders
Heat-treated, chrome-plated, polished cylinder rods, hardened steel (replaceable bushings) pivot pins
Bore Rod Diameter Stroke
Boom (2) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4.13 in. (105 mm) 2.76 in. (70 mm) 37.0 in. (940 mm)
Arm (1) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4.53 in. (115 mm) 3.15 in. (80 mm) 44.7 in. (1135 mm)
Bucket (1) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3.94 in. (100 mm) 2.76 in. (70 mm) 34.4 in. (874 mm)

Electrical
Batteries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 x 12 volt
Reserve Capacity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 180 min.
Alternator Rating . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 80 amp
Work Lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . halogen (2), one mounted on boom and one on frame

Undercarriage
Carrier Rollers (per side) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
Track Rollers (per side) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Shoes (per side) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44
Drawbar Pull . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24,729 lb. (11 216 kg)
Track
Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . hydraulic
Guides . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . front
Chain . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . sealed and lubricated

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Machine Dimensions 120D
Shipping Length Shipping Length
8 ft. 3 in. (2.52 m) 9 ft. 11 in. (3.01 m)
A Overall Length . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25 ft. 2 in. (7.66 m) 25 ft. 2 in. (7.67 m)
B Overall Height . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 ft. 10 in. (2.68 m) 8 ft. 10 in. (2.68 m)
C Overall Width:
24-in. (600 mm) Triple Semi-Grouser
Shoes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 ft. 6 in. (2.59 m)
28-in. (700 mm) Triple Semi-Grouser
Shoes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 ft. 10 in. (2.69 m)
24-in. (600 mm) Rubber Crawler Pads . . . . . 8 ft. 6 in. (2.59 m)
D Rear-End Length/Swing Radius . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 ft. (2.13 m)
E Distance Between Idler/Sprocket Centerline. . . . 9 ft. 2 in. (2.80 m)
F Undercarriage Length. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 ft. 9 in. (3.58 m)
G Counterweight Clearance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35 in. (890 mm)
H Cab Height . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 ft. (2.74 m)
I Ground Clearance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17 in. (440 mm)
J Upperstructure Width . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 ft. 1 in. (2.46 m)
K Gauge Width . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 ft. 6 in. (1.98 m)
L Blade Lift Height . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23 in. (584 mm)
M Blade Cut Below Grade . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20 in. (508 mm)
N Blade Lift Angle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17 deg.
Blade Height . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19 in. (483 mm)
Blade Width:
24-in. (600 mm) Triple Semi-Grouser
Shoes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 ft. 6 in. (2.6 m)
28-in. (700 mm) Triple Semi-Grouser
Shoes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 ft. 10 in. (2.7 m)
24-in. (600 mm) Rubber Crawler Pads . . . . . 8 ft. 6 in. (2.6 m)

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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 0.50-cu.-yd.
(0.38 m3) bucket and standard gauge, and situated on firm, uniform surface. Total load includes weight of cables, hook, etc. Figures do not exceed 87% of hydraulic capacities or 75%
of weight needed to tip machine. All capacities are based on SAE J1097.
Load Point 5 ft. (1.52 m) 10 ft. (3.05 m) 15 ft. (4.57 m) 20 ft. (6.10 m) 25 ft. (7.62 m)
Height Over Front Over Side Over Front Over Side Over Front Over Side Over Front Over Side Over Front Over Side
With 8-ft. 3-in. (2.52 m) arm and 24-in. (600 mm) rubber crawler pads, without blade
15 ft. (4.57 m) 5,683 (2578) 5,683 (2578) 5,929 (2689) 4,153 (1884)
10 ft. (3.05 m) 7,273 (3299) 6,660 (3021) 6,036 (3738) 4,020 (1823)
5 ft. (1.52 m) 9,327 (4231) 6,085 (2760) 5,785 (2624) 3,787 (1718)
Ground Line 8,990 (4078) 8,990 (4078) 8,821 (4001) 5,633 (2555) 5,554 (2519) 3,573 (1621)
–5 ft. (–1.52 m) 6,733 (3054) 6,733 (3054) 16,228 (7361) 10,520 (4772) 8,613 (3907) 5,446 (2470) 5,435 (2465) 3,462 (1570)
–10 ft. (–3.05 m) 15,621 (7086) 10,706 (4856) 8,654 (3925) 5,483 (2487) 5,497 (2493) 3,521 (1597)
–15 ft. (–4.57 m) 6,630 (3007) 5,817 (2639)

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 Lift Capacities (continued) 120D
Boldface italic type indicates hydraulic-limited capacities; lightface type indicates stability-limited capacities, in lb. (kg). Ratings at bucket lift hook; machine equipped with 0.50-cu.-yd.
(0.38 m3) bucket and standard gauge, and situated on firm, uniform surface. Total load includes weight of cables, hook, etc. Figures do not exceed 87% of hydraulic capacities or 75%
of weight needed to tip machine. All capacities are based on SAE J1097.
Load Point 5 ft. (1.52 m) 10 ft. (3.05 m) 15 ft. (4.57 m) 20 ft. (6.10 m) 25 ft. (7.62 m)
Height Over Front Over Side Over Front Over Side Over Front Over Side Over Front Over Side Over Front Over Side
With 8-ft. 3-in. (2.52 m) arm and 24-in. (600 mm) rubber crawler pads, blade on ground
15 ft. (4.57 m) 5,683 (2578) 5,683 (2578) 5,929 (2689) 4,619 (2095)
10 ft. (3.05 m) 7,273 (3299) 7,273 (3299) 6,431 (2971) 4,485 (2034)
5 ft. (1.52 m) 9,644 (4374) 6,753 (3063) 7,395 (3354) 4,252 (1929)
Ground Line 8,990 (4078) 8,990 (4078) 11,443 (5190) 6,300 (2858) 8,245 (3740) 4,038 (1832)
–5 ft. (–1.52 m) 6,733 (3054) 6,733 (3054) 16,228 (7361) 11,702 (5308) 11,862 (5381) 6,114 (2773) 8,460 (3837) 3,928 (1782)
–10 ft. (–3.05 m) 15,621 (7086) 11,887 (5392) 10,748 (4875) 6,151 (2790) 7,258 (3292) 3,986 (1808)
–15 ft. (–4.57 m) 6,630 (3007) 6,485 (2942)

With 8-ft. 3-in. (2.52 m) arm and 24-in. (600 mm) shoes, without blade
15 ft. (4.57 m) 5,683 (2578) 5,683 (2578) 5,929 (2689) 4,276 (1940)
10 ft. (3.05 m) 7,273 (3299) 6,835 (3100) 6,184 (2805) 4,142 (1879)
5 ft. (1.52 m) 9,546 (4330) 6,260 (2839) 5,932 (2691) 3,909 (1773)
Ground Line 8,990 (4078) 8,990 (4078) 9,040 (4100) 5,808 (2634) 5,701 (2586) 3,695 (1676)
–5 ft. (–1.52 m) 6,733 (3054) 6,733 (3054) 16,228 (7361) 10,830 (4912) 8,832 (4006) 5,622 (2550) 5,582 (2532) 3,584 (1626)
–10 ft. (–3.05 m) 15,621 (7086) 11,015 (4996) 8,873 (4025) 5,658 (2566) 5,645 (2561) 3,643 (1652)
–15 ft. (–4.57 m) 6,630 (3007) 5,992 (2718)

With 8-ft. 3-in. (2.52 m) arm and 24-in. (600 mm) shoes, blade on ground
15 ft. (4.57 m) 5,683 (2578) 5,683 (2578) 5,929 (2689) 4,741 (2150)
10 ft. (3.05 m) 7,273 (3299) 7,273 (3299) 6,431 (2917) 4,607 (2090)
5 ft. (1.52 m) 9,644 (4374) 6,928 (3142) 7,395 (3354) 4,374 (1984)
Ground Line 8,990 (4078) 8,990 (4078) 11,443 (5190) 6,476 (2937) 8,245 (3740) 4,160 (1887)
–5 ft. (–1.52 m) 6,733 (3054) 6,733 (3054) 16,228 (7361) 12,011 (5448) 11,862 (5381) 6,289 (2853) 8,460 (3837) 4,050 (1837)
–10 ft. (–3.05 m) 15,621 (7086) 12,197 (5532) 10,748 (4875) 6,326 (2869) 7,258 (3292) 4,108 (1863)
–15 ft. (–4.57 m) 6,630 (3007) 6,630 (3007)

With 8-ft. 3-in. (2.52 m) arm and 28-in. (700 mm) shoes, without blade
15 ft. (4.57 m) 5,683 (2578) 5,683 (2578) 5,929 (2689) 4,354 (1975)
10 ft. (3.05 m) 7,273 (3299) 6,948 (3152) 6,279 (2848) 4,221 (1915)
5 ft. (1.52 m) 9,644 (4374) 6,373 (2891) 6,028 (2734) 3,988 (1809)
Ground Line 8,990 (4078) 8,990 (4078) 9,182 (4165) 5,921 (2686) 5,797 (2629) 3,774 (1712)
–5 ft. (–1.52 m) 6,733 (3054) 6,733 (3054) 16,228 (7361) 11,030 (5003) 8,974 (4071) 5,735 (2601) 5,677 (2575) 3,663 (1662)
–10 ft. (–3.05 m) 15,621 (7086) 11,215 (5087) 9,015 (4089) 5,771 (2618) 5,741 (2604) 3,772 (1711)
–15 ft. (–4.57 m) 6,630 (3007) 6,105 (2769)

With 8-ft. 3-in. (2.52 m) arm and 28-in. (700 mm) shoes, blade on ground
15 ft. (4.57 m) 5,683 (2578) 5,683 (2578) 5,929 (2689) 4,820 (3286)
10 ft. (3.05 m) 7,273 (3299) 7,273 (3299) 6,431 (2917) 4,686 (2162)
5 ft. (1.52 m) 9,644 (4374) 7,041 (3194) 7,395 (3354) 4,453 (2020)
Ground Line 8,990 (4078) 8,990 (4078) 11,443 (5190) 6,589 (2989) 8,245 (3740) 4,239 (1923)
–5 ft. (–1.52 m) 6,733 (3054) 6,733 (3054) 16,228 (7361) 12,211 (5539) 11,862 (5381) 6,402 (2904) 8,460 (3837) 4,129 (1873)
cu.-yd. –10 ft. (–3.05 m) 15,621 (7086) 12,397 (5623) 10,748 (4875) 6,439 (2921) 7,258 (3292) 4,187 (1899)
75% –15 ft. (–4.57 m) 6,630 (3007) 6,630 (3007)

With 9-ft. 11-in. (3.01 m) arm and 24-in. (600 mm) rubber crawler pads, without blade
Side 15 ft. (4.57 m) 5,144 (2333) 4,224 (1916)
10 ft. (3.05 m) 6,244 (2832) 6,244 (2832) 5,767 (2616) 4,058 (1841) 3,863 (1752) 2,560 (1161)
5 ft. (1.52 m) 8,715 (3953) 6,177 (2802) 5,800 (2631) 3,792 (1720) 3,899 (1769) 2,465 (1118)
Ground Line 11,317 (5133) 6,355 (2883) 8,832 (4006) 5,629 (2553) 5,523 (2505) 3,535 (1603) 3,784 (1716) 2,357 (1069)
–5 ft. (–1.52 m) 6,355 (2883) 6,355 (2883) 15,965 (7242) 10,316 (4679) 8,523 (3866) 5,353 (2428) 5,351 (2427) 3,376 (1531)
–10 ft. (–3.05 m) 12,484 (5663) 12,484 (5663) 16,736 (7591) 10,423 (4728) 8,488 (3850) 5,322 (2414) 5,339 (2422) 3,365 (1526)
–15 ft. (–4.57 m) 12,610 (5720) 10,813 (4905) 8,495 (3853) 5,536 (2511)

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Boldface italic type indicates hydraulic-limited capacities; lightface type indicates stability-limited capacities, in lb. (kg). Ratings at bucket lift hook; machine equipped with 0.50-cu.-yd.
(0.38 m3) bucket and standard gauge, and situated on firm, uniform surface. Total load includes weight of cables, hook, etc. Figures do not exceed 87% of hydraulic capacities or 75%
of weight needed to tip machine. All capacities are based on SAE J1097.
Load Point 5 ft. (1.52 m) 10 ft. (3.05 m) 15 ft. (4.57 m) 20 ft. (6.10 m) 25 ft. (7.62 m)
Height Over Front Over Side Over Front Over Side Over Front Over Side Over Front Over Side Over Front Over Side
With 9-ft. 11-in. (3.01 m) arm and 24-in. (600 mm) rubber crawler pads, blade on ground
15 ft. (4.57 m) 5,144 (2333) 4,689 (2127)
10 ft. (3.05 m) 6,244 (2832) 6,244 (2832) 5,767 (2616) 4,523 (2052) 3,863 (1752) 2,917 (1323)
5 ft. (1.52 m) 8,715 (3953) 6,845 (3105) 6,839 (3102) 4,257 (1931) 5,362 (2432) 2,822 (1280)
Ground Line 11,317 (5133) 11,317 (5133) 10,857 (4925) 6,297 (2856) 7,864 (3567) 4,000 (1814) 5,789 (2626) 2,714 (1231)
–5 ft. (–1.52 m) 6,355 (2883) 6,355 (2883) 15,965 (7242) 11,497 (5215) 11,735 (5323) 6,020 (2731) 8,360 (3792) 3,841 (1742)
–10 ft. (–3.05 m) 12,484 (5663) 12,484 (5663) 16,736 (7591) 11,604 (5263) 11,162 (5063) 5,990 (2717) 7,829 (3551) 3,830 (1737)
–15 ft. (–4.57 m) 12,610 (5720) 11,994 (5440) 8,495 (3853) 6,204 (2814)

With 9-ft. 11-in. (3.01 m) arm and 24-in. (600 mm) shoes, without blade
15 ft. (4.57 m) 5,144 (2333) 4,346 (1971)
10 ft. (3.05 m) 6,244 (2832) 6,244 (2832) 5,767 (2616) 4,180 (1896) 3,863 (1752) 2,653 (1203)
5 ft. (1.52 m) 8,715 (3953) 6,352 (2881) 5,948 (2698) 3,914 (1775) 4,010 (1819) 2,559 (1161)
Ground Line 11,317 (5133) 10,883 (4936) 9,052 (4106) 5,805 (2633) 5,670 (2572) 3,657 (1659) 3,895 (1767) 2,451 (1112)
–5 ft. (–1.52 m) 6,355 (2883) 6,355 (2883) 15,965 (7242) 10,626 (4820) 8,742 (3965) 5,528 (2507) 5,499 (2494) 3,498 (1587)
–10 ft. (–3.05 m) 12,484 (5663) 12,484 (5663) 16,736 (7591) 10,733 (4868) 8,708 (3950) 5,497 (2493) 5,487 (2489) 3,487 (1582)
–15 ft. (–4.57 m) 12,610 (5720) 11,122 (5045) 8,495 (3853) 5,711 (2590)

With 9-ft. 11-in. (3.01 m) arm and 24-in. (600 mm) shoes, blade on ground
15 ft. (4.57 m) 5,144 (2333)
10 ft. (3.05 m) 6,244 (2832) 6,244 (2832) 5,767 (2616)
5 ft. (1.52 m) 8,715 (3953) 7,020 (3184) 6,839 (3102)
Ground Line 11,317 (5133) 11,317 (5133) 10,857 (4925) 6,472 (2936) 7,864 (3567)
–5 ft. (–1.52 m) 6,355 (2883) 6,355 (2883) 15,965 (7242) 11,807 (5356) 11,735 (5323) 6,195 (2810) 8,360 (3792)
–10 ft. (–3.05 m) 12,484 (5663) 12,484 (5663) 16,736 (7591) 11,914 (5404) 11,162 (5063) 6,165 (2796) 7,829 (3551)
–15 ft. (–4.57 m) 12,610 (5720) 12,304 (5581) 8,495 (3853) 6,379 (2893)
4,811 (2182)
4,645 (2107) 3,863 (1752) 3,011 (1366)
4,379 (1986) 5,362 (2432) 2,916 (1323)
4,122 (1870) 5,789 (2626) 2,808 (1274)
3,963 (1798)
3,953 (1793)

With 9-ft. 11-in. (3.01 m) arm and 28-in. (700 mm) shoes, without blade
15 ft. (4.57 m) 5,144 (2333) 4,425 (2007)
10 ft. (3.05 m) 6,244 (2832) 6,244 (2832) 5,767 (2616) 4,259 (1932) 3,863 (1752) 2,714 (1231)
5 ft. (1.52 m) 8,715 (3953) 6,465 (2932) 6,043 (2741) 3,993 (1811) 4,082 (1852) 2,619 (1188)
Ground Line 11,317 (5133) 11,083 (5027) 9,193 (4170) 5,918 (2684) 5,766 (2615) 3,736 (1695) 3,967 (1799) 2,511 (1139)
–5 ft. (–1.52 m) 6,355 (2883) 6,355 (2883) 15,965 (7242) 10,826 (4911) 8,884 (4030) 5,641 (2559) 5,594 (2537) 3,577 (1623)
–10 ft. (–3.05 m) 12,484 (5663) 12,484 (5663) 16,736 (7591) 10,933 (4959) 8,850 (4014) 5,610 (2545) 5,582 (2532) 3,566 (1618)
–15 ft. (–4.57 m) 12,610 (5720) 11,322 (5136) 8,495 (3853) 5,825 (2642)

With 9-ft. 11-in. (3.01 m) arm and 28-in. (700 mm) shoes, blade on ground
15 ft. (4.57 m) 5,144 (2333)
10 ft. (3.05 m) 6,244 (2832) 6,244 (2832) 5,767 (2616)
5 ft. (1.52 m) 8,715 (3953) 7,133 (3235) 6,839 (3102)
Ground Line 11,317 (5133) 11,317 (5133) 10,857 (4925) 6,585 (2987) 7,864 (3567)
–5 ft. (–1.52 m) 6,355 (2883) 6,355 (2883) 15,965 (7242) 12,007 (5446) 11,735 (5323) 6,309 (2862) 8,360 (3792)
–10 ft. (–3.05 m) 12,484 (5663) 12,484 (5663) 16,736 (7591) 12,114 (5495) 11,162 (5063) 6,278 (2848) 7,829 (3551)
–15 ft. (–4.57 m) 12,610 (5720) 12,504 (5672) 8,495 (3853) 6,492 (2945)
4,890 (2218)
4,724 (2143) 3,863 (1752) 3,071 (1393)
4,458 (2022) 5,362 (2432) 2,976 (1350)
4,201 (1906) 5,789 (2626) 2,868 (1301)
4,042 (1833)
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 Buckets 120D
u.-yd. A full line of buckets is offered to meet a wide variety of applications. Digging forces are with power boost. The buckets have an adjustable bushing for side clearance, with the exception
75% of the ditching bucket. 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. Capacities are SAE heaped ratings.
Bucket Bucket Bucket Arm Dig Force Arm Dig Force Bucket
Side Type Bucket Width Capacity* Weight Dig Force 8 ft. 3 in. (2.52 m) 9 ft. 11 in. (3.01 m) Tip Radius No. Teeth
in. mm cu. yd. m3 lb. kg lb. kN lb. kN lb. kN in. mm
General-Purpose 24 610 0.50 0.38 899 408 20,751 92.3 14,310 63.7 12,823 57.0 52.27 1328 4
1323) Plate Lip 30 762 0.66 0.50 1,030 468 20,751 92.3 14,310 63.7 12,823 57.0 52.27 1328 4
1280) 36 914 0.83 0.63 1,173 533 20,751 92.3 14,310 63.7 12,823 57.0 52.27 1328 5
1231) 42 1065 1.01 0.77 1,304 592 20,751 92.3 14,310 63.7 12,823 57.0 52.27 1328 5

Heavy-Duty 24 610 0.48 0.37 1,014 460 20,751 92.3 14,310 63.7 12,823 57.0 52.27 1328 4
Plate Lip 30 760 0.65 0.50 1,150 522 20,751 92.3 14,310 63.7 12,823 57.0 52.27 1328 4
36 915 0.81 0.62 1,297 589 20,751 92.3 14,310 63.7 12,823 57.0 52.27 1328 5
42 1067 0.99 0.76 1,390 631 20,751 92.3 14,310 63.7 12,823 57.0 52.27 1328 5

1203) Ditching 60 1500 0.83 0.63 1,007 457 20,751 92.3 16,002 71.2 14,149 62.9 36.25 921 0
1161)
1112) *All capacities are SAE heaped ratings and with side cutters.

Bucket Selection Guide*

1.75
(1.3)
BUCKET SIZE cu. yd. (m3)

1366)
1323)
1.50
1274)
(1.2)

1.25
(1.0) Deere 8-ft. 3-in. (2.52 m) Arm

1.00
(0.8)
1231)
1188) 0.75 Deere 9-ft. 11-in. (3.01 m) Arm
1139) (0.6)

0.50
(0.4)
lb./cu. yd. 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
3
1393)
kg/m 700 800 900 1000 1100 1200 1300 1400 1500 1600 1700 1800 1900 2000 2100
Wet Sand, Gravel
Wet Clay, Granite

1350)
1301)
Moist Sand
Limestone

Wet Earth

Wet Sand
Dry Sand
Wet Peat

Dry Clay
Caliche
Topsoil

Shale
Coal

*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 160D LC
Manufacturer and Model . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . John Deere 4045H
Non-Road Emission Standards . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . certified to EPA Tier 3 emissions
Net Power (ISO9249) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 121 hp (90 kW) @ 2,200 rpm
Cylinders . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Displacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 276 cu. in. (4.5 L)
Aspiration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . turbocharged, air-to-air charge air cooler
Off-Level Capacity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100% (45 deg.)
Cooling
Cool-on-demand hydraulic-driven, suction-type fan with remote-mounted drive
Powertrain
Two-speed propel with automatic shift
Travel Speed (maximum)
Low . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.1 mph (3.4 km/h)
High . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3.3 mph (5.3 km/h)
Hydraulics
Open center, load sensing; auxiliary hydraulic flow adjustable through monitor
Main Pumps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 variable-displacement axial-piston pumps
Maximum Rated Flow. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 x 50.4 gpm (2 x 191 L/min.)
Pilot Pump . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . one gear
Maximum Rated Flow. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8.87 gpm (33.6 L/min.)
Pressure Setting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 570 psi (3930 kPa)
System Operating Pressure
Implement Circuits . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4,980 psi (34 336 kPa)
Travel Circuits . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4,980 psi (34 336 kPa)
Swing Circuits . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4,250 psi (29 300 kPa)
Controls. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . pilot levers, short stroke, low effort; hydraulic pilot controls with shutoff lever
Cylinders
Heat-treated, chrome-plated, polished cylinder rods; hardened-steel (replaceable bushings) pivot pins
Bore Rod Diameter Stroke
Boom (2) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4.33 in. (110 mm) 3.15 in. (80 mm) 43.70 in. (1110 mm)
Arm (1) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4.72 in. (120 mm) 3.54 in. (90 mm) 53.74 in. (1365 mm)
Bucket (1) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4.13 in. (105 mm) 2.95 in. (75 mm) 36.81 in. (935 mm)
Electrical
Batteries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 x 12 volt
Reserve Capacity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 180 min.
Alternator Rating . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 80 amp
Work Lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . halogen (2), one mounted on boom and one on frame
Undercarriage
Carrier Rollers (per side) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Track Rollers (per side). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Shoes (per side) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43
Drawbar Pull. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38,030 lb. (17 250 kg)
Track
Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . hydraulic
Guides . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . front and center
Chain . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . sealed and lubricated

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Machine Dimensions 160D LC
Arm Length Arm Length
8 ft. 6 in. (2.60 m) 10 ft. 2 in. (3.01 m)
A Overall Length . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28 ft. 1 in. (8.55 m) 28 ft. 2 in. (8.58 m)
B Overall Height. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 ft. 5 in. (2.87 m) 10 ft. 2 in. (3.11 m)
C Overall Width with Triple Semi-Grouser
Shoes:
24 in. (600 mm) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 ft. 6 in. (2.60 m)
28 in. (700 mm) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 ft. 10 in. (2.70 m)
D Rear-End Length/Swing Radius . . . . . . . . . . . 8 ft. 2 in. (2.49 m)
E Distance Between Idler/Sprocket Centerline . . 10 ft. 2 in. (3.10 m)
F Undercarriage Length . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 ft. 10 in. (3.92 m)
G Counterweight Clearance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 ft. 3 in. (1001 mm)
H Cab Height . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 ft. 8 in. (2.95 m)
I Ground Clearance. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19 in. (470 mm)
J Upperstructure Width . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 ft. 2 in. (2.48 m)
K Gauge Width. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 ft. 6 in. (1.99 m)

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 Lift Charts 160D LC
Boldface italic type indicates hydraulic-limited capacities; lightface type indicates stability-limited capacities, in lb. (kg). Ratings are at bucket lift hook, using standard coun-
terweight, situated on firm, level, uniform supporting surface. Figures do not exceed 87 percent of hydraulic capacity or 75 percent of weight needed to tip machine.
Load Point 5 ft. (1.52 m) 10 ft. (3.05 m) 15 ft. (4.57 m) 20 ft. (6.10 m) 25 ft. (7.62 m)
Height Over Front Over Side Over Front Over Side Over Front Over Side Over Front Over Side Over Front Over Side
With 8-ft. 6-in. (2.60 m) arm, 0.78-cu.-yd. (0.60 m3) bucket, and 24-in. (600 mm) triple semi-grouser shoes
20 ft. (6.10 m) 5,470 (2481) 5,470 (2481)
15 ft. (4.57 m) 6,568 (2979) 6,411 (2908)
10 ft. (3.05 m) 9,265 (4203) 9,265 (4203) 7,684 (3485) 6,107 (2770) 5,803 (2632) 4,073 (1847)
5 ft. (1.52 m) 12,523 (5680) 8,920 (4046) 9,160 (4155) 5,733 (2600) 6,443 (2922) 3,922 (1779)
Ground Line 14,137 (6412) 8,388 (3805) 8,959 (4064) 5,438 (2467) 6,300 (2858) 3,789 (1719)
–5 ft. (–1.52 m) 13,758 (6241) 13,758 (6241) 13,949 (6327) 8,226 (3731) 8,810 (3996) 5,302 (2405)
–10 ft. (–3.05 m) 18,000 (8165) 18,000 (8165) 16,758 (7601) 16,167 (7333) 14,052 (6374) 8,315 (3772) 8,875 (4026) 5,361 (2432)
–15 ft. (–4.57 m) 15,450 (7008) 15,450 (7008) 10,825 (4910) 8,315 (3772)

With 8-ft. 6-in. (2.60 m) arm, 0.78-cu.-yd. (0.60 m3) bucket, and 28-in. (700 mm) triple semi-grouser shoes
20 ft. (6.10 m) 5,470 (2481) 5,470 (2481)
15 ft. (4.57 m) 6,568 (2979) 6,507 (2952)
10 ft. (3.05 m) 9,265 (4203) 9,265 (4203) 7,684 (3485) 6,202 (2813) 5,803 (2632) 4,146 (1881)
5 ft. (1.52 m) 12,523 (5680) 9,057 (4108) 9,160 (4155) 5,829 (2644) 6,552 (2972) 3,995 (1812)
Ground Line 14,356 (6512) 8,525 (3867) 9,105 (4130) 5,534 (2510) 6,410 (2908) 3,862 (1752)
–5 ft. (–1.52 m) 13,758 (6241) 13,758 (6241) 14,169 (6427) 8,363 (3793) 8,956 (4062) 5,398 (2448)
–10 ft. (–3.05 m) 18,000 (8165) 18,000 (8165) 16,798 (7619) 16,411 (7444) 14,174 (6429) 8,452 (3834) 9,021 (4092) 5,457 (2475)
–15 ft. (–4.57 m) 15,450 (7008) 15,450 (7008) 10,825 (4910) 8,832 (4006)

G With 10-ft. 2-in. (3.10 m) arm, 0.52-cu.-yd. (0.40 m3) bucket, and 24-in. (600 mm) triple semi-grouser shoes
20 ft. (6.10 m) 5,363 (2433) 5,363 (2433)
15 ft. (4.57 m) 5,699 (2585) 5,699 (2585) 4,315 (1957) 4,217 (1913)
10 ft. (3.05 m) 7,960 (3611) 7,960 (3611) 6,893 (3127) 6,180 (2803) 6,172 (2800) 4,100 (1860)
5 ft. (1.52 m) 11,372 (5158) 9,078 (4118) 8,485 (3849) 5,768 (2616) 6,441 (2922) 3,912 (1774)
Ground Line 9,772 (4433) 9,772 (4433) 13,961 (6333) 8,410 (3815) 8,948 (4059) 5,418 (2458) 6,254 (2837) 3,739 (1696)
–5 ft. (–1.52 m) 7,754 (3517) 7,754 (3517) 14,078 (6386) 14,078 (6386) 13,860 (6287) 8,133 (3689) 8,732 (3961) 5,222 (2369) 6,158 (2793) 3,649 (1655)
–10 ft. (–3.05 m) 14,934 (6774) 14,934 (6774) 18,032 (8179) 15,836 (7183) 13,869 (6291) 8,141 (3693) 8,719 (3955) 5,210 (2363)
–15 ft. (–4.57 m) 17,678 (8019) 16,342 (7413) 12,257 (5560) 8,409 (3814)

With 10-ft. 2-in. (3.10 m) arm, 0.52-cu.-yd. (0.40 m3) bucket, and 28-in. (700 mm) triple semi-grouser shoes
20 ft. (6.10 m) 5,363 (2433) 5,363 (2433)
15 ft. (4.57 m) 5,699 (2585) 5,699 (2585) 4,315 (1957) 4,290 (1946)
10 ft. (3.05 m) 7,960 (3611) 7,960 (3611) 6,893 (3127) 6,276 (2847) 6,172 (2800) 4,174 (1893)
5 ft. (1.52 m) 11,372 (5158) 9,216 (4180) 8,485 (3849) 5,864 (2660) 6,550 (2971) 3,985 (1808)
Ground Line 9,772 (4433) 9,772 (4433) 11,372 (5158) 8,547 (3877) 9,094 (4125) 5,513 (2501) 6,364 (2887) 3,812 (1729)
–5 ft. (–1.52 m) 7,754 (3517) 7,754 (3517) 14,078 (6386) 14,078 (6386) 13,961 (6333) 8,271 (3752) 8,878 (4027) 5,317 (2412) 6,268 (2843) 3,723 (1689)
–10 ft. (–3.05 m) 14,934 (6774) 14,934 (6774) 18,032 (8179) 16,080 (7294) 14,079 (6386) 8,279 (3755) 8,865 (4021) 5,305 (2406)
–15 ft. (–4.57 m) 17,678 (8019) 16,586 (7523) 12,257 (5560) 8,547 (3877)

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Buckets 160D LC
A full line of buckets is offered to meet a wide variety of applications. Digging forces are with power boost. Replaceable cutting edges are available through John Deere parts.
Optional side cutters add 6 inches (150 mm) to bucket widths. Capacities are SAE heaped ratings.
Bucket Bucket Bucket Arm Dig Force Arm Dig Force Bucket
Type Bucket Width Capacity Weight Dig Force 8 ft. 6 in. (2.60 m) 10 ft. 2 in. (3.10 m) Tip Radius No. Teeth
in. mm cu. yd. m3 lb. kg lb. kN lb. kN lb. kN in. mm
General-Purpose 24 610 0.54 0.41 1,081 491 20,920 93.1 18,804 83.6 16,808 74.8 57.61 1463 4
High Capacity 30 760 0.72 0.55 1,253 569 20,920 93.1 18,804 83.6 16,808 74.8 57.61 1463 4
36 915 0.91 0.70 1,443 655 20,920 93.1 18,804 83.6 16,808 74.8 57.61 1463 5
42 1065 1.11 0.85 1,615 733 20,920 93.1 18,804 83.6 16,808 74.8 57.61 1463 5

Heavy Duty 24 610 0.48 0.37 1,086 493 22,697 101.0 19,352 86.1 17,243 76.7 53.10 1349 4
30 760 0.65 0.50 1,221 554 22,697 101.0 19,352 86.1 17,243 76.7 53.10 1349 4
36 915 0.81 0.62 1,373 623 22,697 101.0 19,352 86.1 17,243 76.7 53.10 1349 5
42 1065 0.99 0.76 1,508 685 22,697 101.0 19,352 86.1 17,243 76.7 53.10 1349 5

Ditching 60 1524 0.83 0.63 1,066 484 32,741 145.6 21,630 96.2 19,020 84.6 36.81 935 0

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 Bucket Selection Guide* 160D LC
parts.
2.00
(1.5)
Teeth
BUCKET SIZE cu. yd. (m3)

1.75
4 (1.3)
4
5 1.50
5 (1.2) Deere 8-ft. 6-in. (2.60 m) Arm

4 1.25
4 (1.0)
5
5 1.00 Deere 10-ft. 2-in. (3.10 m) Arm
(0.8)
0
0.75
(0.6)
lb./cu. yd. 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
3
kg/m 700 800 900 1000 1100 1200 1300 1400 1500 1600 1700 1800 1900 2000 2100

Wet Clay, Granite

Wet Sand, Gravel

Moist Sand
Limestone

Wet Earth

Wet Sand
Dry Sand
Wet Peat

Dry Clay
Caliche
Topsoil

Shale
Coal

*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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 120D / 160D LC EXCAVATORS
Key: ● Standard equipment ▲ Optional or special equipment See your John Deere dealer for further information.

120D 160D Engine 120D 160D Undercarriage (continued) 120D 160D Operator’s Station (continued)
● ● Certified to EPA Tier 3 emissions ● ● Sealed and lubricated track chain ● ● Hydraulic warm-up control
● ● Auto-idle system ▲ ▲ Triple semi-grouser shoes, 24 in. (600 mm) ● ● Interior light
● ● Automatic belt tension device ▲ ▲ Triple semi-grouser shoes, 28 in. (700 mm) ● ● Large cup holder
● ● Batteries (two 12 volt), 180-min. reserve capacity ▲ Rubber crawler pad, 24 in. (600 mm) ● ● Machine Information Center (MIC)
● ● Coolant recovery tank ▲ Undercarriage with blade ● ● Mode selectors (illuminated): Power modes –
● ● Dual-element dry-type air filter Upperstructure three / Travel modes – two with automatic
● ● Electronic engine control ● ● Right- and left-hand mirrors shift / Work mode – one
● ● Enclosed fan guard (conforms to SAE J1308) ● ● Vandal locks with ignition key: Cab door / Fuel ● ● Multifunction, color LCD monitor with: Diagnos-
● ● Engine coolant to –34°F (–37°C) cap / Service doors / Toolbox tic capability / Multiple-language capabilities /
● ● Fuel filter with water separator ● ● Debris-screening side panel Maintenance tracking / Clock / System moni-
● ● Full-flow oil filter ● ● Remote-mounted engine oil and fuel filters toring with alarm features: Auto-idle indicator,
● ● Turbocharger with charge air cooler Front Attachments engine air cleaner restriction indicator light,
● ● Muffler, under hood, with vertical curved end engine check, engine coolant temperature indi-
exhaust stack ● ● Centralized lubrication system cator light with audible alarm, engine oil pres-
● Direct-drive, suction-type fan ● ● Dirt seals on all bucket pins sure indicator light with audible alarm, low-
▲ ● Cool-on-demand hydraulic-driven fan ● ● Less boom and arm alternator-charge indicator light, low-fuel indi-
● ● 500-hour engine oil-change interval ● ● Oil-impregnated bushings cator light, fault-code alert indicator, fuel-rate
● ● 100% (45 deg.) off-level capability ● ● Reinforced resin thrust plates display, wiper-mode indicator, work-lights-on
● ● Engine-oil-sampling valve ● ● Tungsten carbide thermal coating on arm-to- indicator, and work-mode indicator
▲ ▲ Hydraulic fan reverser bucket joint ▲ ▲ Monitor system with alarm features: Hydraulic
▲ ▲ Engine coolant heater ▲ Arm, 8 ft. 3 in. (2.52 m) oil filter restriction indicator light
▲ Arm, 8 ft. 6 in. (2.60 m) ● ● Motion alarm with cancel switch (conforms to
Hydraulic System ▲ Arm, 9 ft. 11 in. (3.01 m) SAE J994)
● ● Reduced-drift valve for boom down, arm in ▲
● ● Auxiliary hydraulic valve section
Arm, 10 ft. 2 in. (3.10 m) ● Power boost switch on right console lever
▲ ▲ Attachment quick-couplers ● ● Auxiliary hydraulic control switches in right
● ● Spring-applied, hydraulically released automatic ▲ ▲ Boom cylinders with plumbing to mainframe console lever
swing brake
● ● Auxiliary hydraulic-flow adjustments through
for less boom and arm ● ● SAE two-lever control pattern
▲ ▲ Buckets: Ditching / Heavy duty / Heavy-duty ● ● Seat belt, 2 in. (51 mm), retractable
monitor
●
high capacity / Side cutters and teeth ▲ ▲ Seat belt, 3 in. (76 mm), non-retractable
Auto power lift ▲ ▲ Material clamps ● ● Tinted glass
● ● 5,000-hour hydraulic oil-change interval
● ● Hydraulic-oil-sampling valve
Operator’s Station ● ● Transparent tinted overhead hatch
▲ ▲ Auxiliary hydraulic lines
● ● Adjustable independent control positions (levers- ● ● Hot/cold beverage compartment
▲ ▲ Auxiliary pilot and electric controls
to-seat, seat-to-pedals) ▲ ▲ Air-suspension heated seat
▲ ▲ Hydraulic filter restriction indicator kit
● ● AM/FM radio ▲ ▲ 24- to 12-volt D.C. radio convertors, 10 amp
▲ ▲ Load-lowering control device
● ● Auto climate control/air conditioner, 20,000 ▲ ▲ Circulation fan
▲ ▲ Single-pedal propel control
Btu/hr. (5.9 kW), with heater and pressurizer ▲ ▲ Protection screens for cab front, rear, and side
● ● Built-in operator’s manual storage compartment ▲ ▲ Window vandal protection covers
▲ ▲ Control pattern-change valve
and manual Electrical
Undercarriage ● ● Cell-phone power outlet, 12 volt, 60 watt, 5 amp ● ● 80-amp alternator
● ● Planetary drive with axial piston motors ● ● Coat hook ● ● Blade-type multi-fused circuits
● ● Propel motor shields ● ● Deluxe suspension cloth seat with 4-in. ● ● Positive terminal battery covers
● ● Spring-applied, hydraulically released auto- (100 mm) adjustable armrests ▲ ▲ Cab extension wiring harness
matic propel brake ● ● Floor mat ▲ ▲ JDLinkTM wireless communication system
● Track guides, front idler ● ● Front windshield wiper with intermittent speeds
Lights
● Track guides, front idler and center ● ● Gauges (illuminated): Engine coolant / Fuel
● ● Two-speed propel with automatic shift ● ● Horn, electric ● ● Work lights: Halogen / One mounted on boom /
● Upper carrier roller (1) ● ● Hour meter, electric One mounted on frame
● Upper carrier rollers (2) ● ● Hydraulic shutoff lever, all controls

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 compre-
hensive lineup of ongoing programs and services are:
Fluid analysis program – tells you what’s going on inside all of your machine’s major compo-
nents 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 compo-
nents 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 infor-
mation can be used to preempt catastrophic downtime by servicing major components at about 80
percent of their life cycle.
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 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.
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.

Net engine power is with standard equipment including air cleaner,
exhaust system, alternator, and cooling fan at test conditions 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 units with 28-in. (700 mm) triple semi-grouser shoes, full fuel tanks,
and 175-lb. (79 kg) operators; a 120D unit with 42-in. (1067 mm), 0.79-cu.-yd. (0.60 m3), 925-lb. (420 kg) bucket, 9-ft. 11-in. (3.01 m)
arm, and 5,512-lb. (2500 kg) counterweight; and a 160D LC unit with 36-in. (914 mm), 0.81-cu.-yd. (0.62 m3), 1,373-lb. (623 kg) heavy-
duty bucket, 10-ft. 2-in. (3.10 m) arm, and 7,275-lb. (3300 kg) counterweight.

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