Construction Equipment Guide
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The John Deere 135C RTS is a compact excavator in the John Deere excavator lineup, designed for construction, utility, and site development work. The RTS designation refers to a reduced tail swing configuration, which helps improve maneuverability in confined jobsite conditions. The 135C RTS is typically used for digging, trenching, grading, and material handling applications. It features a hydraulic excavator design with a tracked undercarriage for stability and traction on uneven ground. As part of the 135C series, it is associated with efficient operation, operator visibility, and compatibility with a range of buckets and attachments for versatile earthmoving tasks.