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John Deere 550 LC Excavator

Category: Excavators ➔
Manufacturer: John Deere ➔
Model: 550 LC ➔

The John Deere 550 LC Excavator is a powerful and versatile machine designed for heavy-duty excavation and construction tasks. With various boom/stick options offering impressive cutting heights, digging depths, and loading heights, this excavator provides exceptional reach and capability on any job site. Equipped with a turbocharged engine and efficient hydraulic system, along with a spacious cab for operator comfort, the John Deere 550 LC delivers high performance and reliability for all your excavation needs. Explore the detailed specifications below to see how this excavator can enhance your productivity and efficiency.

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General Specifications

Boom/Stick Excavator Option 1

Max Cutting Height	39 ft (12 m)
Max Digging Depth	25 ft (8 m)
Max Loading Height	26 ft (8 m)
Max Reach Along Ground	40 ft (12 m)
Max Vertical Wall Digging Depth	22 ft (7 m)
Shipping Height of Unit	15 ft (4 m)
Shipping Length of Unit	43 ft (13 m)

Boom/Stick Excavator Option 2

Max Cutting Height	40 ft (12 m)
Max Digging Depth	27 ft (8 m)
Max Loading Height	27 ft (8 m)
Max Reach Along Ground	42 ft (13 m)
Max Vertical Wall Digging Depth	25 ft (8 m)
Shipping Height of Unit	14 ft (4 m)
Shipping Length of Unit	42 ft (13 m)

Boom/Stick Excavator Option 3

Max Cutting Height	41 ft (12 m)
Max Digging Depth	29 ft (9 m)
Max Loading Height	28 ft (8 m)
Max Reach Along Ground	44 ft (13 m)
Max Vertical Wall Digging Depth	27 ft (8 m)
Shipping Length of Unit	42 ft (13 m)

Boom/Stick Excavator Option 4

Max Cutting Height	42 ft (13 m)
Max Digging Depth	32 ft (10 m)
Max Loading Height	30 ft (9 m)
Max Reach Along Ground	47 ft (14 m)
Max Vertical Wall Dig Depth	29 ft (9 m)
Shipping Length of Unit	41 ft (13 m)

Boom/Stick Excavator Option 5

Max Cutting Height	36 ft (11 m)
Max Digging Depth	23 ft (7 m)
Max Loading Height	24 ft (7 m)
Max Reach Along Ground	37 ft (11 m)
Max Vertical Wall Dig Depth	17 ft (5 m)
Shipping Height of Unit	16 ft (5 m)
Shipping Length of Unit	39 ft (12 m)

Bucket

Maximum Bucket Capacity	6 cu yd (4 cu m)
Minimum Bucket Capacity	2 cu yd (1 cu m)
Reference Bucket Capacity	4 cu yd (3 cu m)

Dimensions

Ground Clearance	3 ft (1 m)
Height - Top of Cab	11 ft (3 m)
Length of Track on Ground	15 ft (5 m)
Removal Counterweight Clearance	5 ft (1 m)
Tail Swing Radius	13 ft (4 m)
Width to Outside of Tracks	14 ft (4 m)

Engine

Aspiration	Turbocharged with cooler
Displacement	854 cu in (13,995 cu cm)
Engine Model	N14-C
Max Torque	1,240 lbs ft (1,681 nm)
Net Power	361 hp (269 kw)

Operating Specifications

Alternator Supplied Amperage	75 amps
Cooling System Fluid Capacity	18 gal (66 l)
Engine Oil Capacity	12 gal (44 l)
Fuel Capacity	185 gal (700 l)
Hydraulic Pump Flow Capacity	101 gpm (382 lpm)
Hydraulic System Fluid Capacity	153 gal (579 l)
Hydraulic System Relief Valve Pressure	4340 psi
Operating Voltage	24 volts
Operating Weight	123,867 lbs (56,185 kg)
Swing Drive Fluid Capacity	2 gal (8 l)

Swing Mechanism

Swing Speed

8 rpm

Undercarriage

Drawbar Pull	83,800 lbs (38,011 kg)
Ground Pressure	14.5 psi
Max Travel Speed	3 mph (5 kph)
Number of Carrier Rollers per Side	3
Number of Shoes per Side	52
Number of Track Rollers per Side	9
Shoe Size	24 in (61 cm)
Track Gauge	11 ft (3 m)

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