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John Deere 490E Excavator

Category: Excavators ➔
Manufacturer: John Deere ➔
Model: 490E ➔

The John Deere 490E is a heavy-duty excavator designed for construction, mining, and earthmoving applications. Featuring a powerful engine and advanced hydraulic system, the 490E delivers high performance and fuel efficiency. Its robust undercarriage and reinforced boom provide durability and stability in demanding environments. The operator cab offers enhanced visibility, ergonomic controls, and climate control for improved comfort and productivity. Equipped with versatile attachments, the John Deere 490E supports digging, lifting, and material handling tasks. This excavator model is known for reliability, ease of maintenance, and strong resale value, making it a preferred choice in the heavy equipment industry.

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Boom/Stick Excavator Option 1

Max Cutting Height	28 ft (9 m)
Max Digging Depth	18 ft (6 m)
Max Loading Height	20 ft (6 m)
Max Reach Along Ground	27 ft (8 m)
Max Vertical Wall Digging Depth	16 ft (5 m)
Shipping Height of Unit	9 ft (3 m)
Shipping Length of Unit	25 ft (8 m)

Boom/Stick Excavator Option 2

Max Cutting Height	29 ft (9 m)
Max Digging Depth	20 ft (6 m)
Max Loading Height	21 ft (6 m)
Max Reach Along Ground	28 ft (9 m)
Max Vertical Wall Digging Depth	18 ft (5 m)
Shipping Height of Unit	9 ft (3 m)
Shipping Length of Unit	25 ft (8 m)

Bucket

Maximum Bucket Capacity	2 cu yd (1 cu m)
Minimum Bucket Capacity	0 cu yd (0 cu m)
Reference Bucket Capacity	1 cu yd (1 cu m)

Dimensions

Ground Clearance	2 ft (0 m)
Height - Top of Cab	9 ft (3 m)
Length of Track on Ground	10 ft (3 m)
Removal Counterweight Clearance	3 ft (1 m)
Tail Swing Radius	7 ft (2 m)
Width to Outside of Tracks	9 ft (3 m)

Engine

Aspiration	Turbocharger
Displacement	276 cu in (4,523 cu cm)
Engine Model	4045T
Gross Power	90 hp (67 kw)
Max Torque	252 lbs ft (342 nm)
Net Power	85 hp (63 kw)
Power Measured @	2200 rpm
Torque Measured @	1300 rpm

Operating Specifications

Alternator Supplied Amperage	45 amps
Cooling System Fluid Capacity	4 gal (15 l)
Engine Oil Capacity	4 gal (13 l)
Fuel Capacity	66 gal (250 l)
Hydraulic Pump Flow Capacity	52 gpm (198 lpm)
Hydraulic System Fluid Capacity	35 gal (134 l)
Hydraulic System Relief Valve Pressure	4980 psi
Operating Voltage	24 volts
Operating Weight	26,780 lbs (12,147 kg)
Swing Drive Fluid Capacity	1 gal (3 l)

Swing Mechanism

Swing Speed

11 rpm

Undercarriage

Drawbar Pull	21,200 lbs (9,616 kg)
Ground Pressure	4 psi
Max Travel Speed	3 mph (5 kph)
Number of Carrier Rollers per Side	1
Number of Shoes per Side	44
Number of Track Rollers per Side	7
Shoe Size	28 in (70 cm)
Track Gauge	7 ft (2 m)

John Deere 490Es currently for sale

A 1995 John Deere 490E From 4M Iron LLC for $28,500.00 USD

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