John Deere 540G-III Compact Loader User Manual


 
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SKIDDERS
GRAPPLE 548G-III 648G-III 748G-III CABLE 540G-III 640G-III
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LET’S KICK THE TIRES.
6.8 L and 8.1 L Deere engines
feature high torque rise, heavy-
duty engine blocks, proven
durability and fuel effi ciency.
Industry-leading Deere diesel engines feature
Powershift transmissions, with seven forward
and six reverse gears, which are controlled with
a bump shifter for ease of operation.
The standard 4000 winch on cable skidders
boosts a bare drum line pull up to 47,697 lbf
(212 kN), while the optional 6000, only
available on the 640G-III, pulls a massive
50,517 lbf (225 kN). They are both easily
operated with a single lever and feature
sealed, wet-disc clutches and spring-
applied, hydraulically activated brakes
for extreme durability.
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