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30 P-Tier

The John Deere 30 P‑Tier Compact Excavator delivers compact versatility, smooth controllability, and jobsite‑friendly durability—making it a dependable choice for utility work, landscaping, and tight‑space construction applications

Key Features:
  • Net Power: 23 hp (17.4 kW)
  • Max Digging Depth: 9 ft. 2 in. (2.79 m)
  • Operating Weight: 7,220 lb. (3,275 kg)
  • Max Reach: 16ft. 1 in. (4.89 m)
Compact Design with Jobsite‑Ready Performance
Worker operating a compact John Deere excavator, digging soil at a fenced work site

The 30 P‑Tier is designed to work efficiently in confined areas while still delivering the digging force and performance crews need for everyday tasks. Its compact footprint and zero‑tail‑swing configuration help reduce the risk of contact with surrounding structures, making it well suited for urban jobsites, residential work, and utilities where space is limited.

Operator‑Focused Controls and Smooth Hydraulics
Compact excavator using a hydraulic breaker to jackhammer concrete on a city construction site, with scaffolding and high-rise buildings in the background

Smooth, predictable hydraulic response and intuitive pilot controls help operators work precisely and confidently throughout the day. The 30 P‑Tier’s well‑balanced machine layout supports easy trenching, grading, and material placement, while a comfortable operator station helps reduce fatigue during long workdays.

Built for Versatility and Easy Ownership
Compact John Deere excavator digging a trench beside a fence, operated by a worker in a hard hat at a grassy residential construction site

Factory‑installed auxiliary hydraulics enable the 30 P‑Tier to run a wide range of attachments, expanding the machine’s versatility without adding extra equipment to the jobsite. Durable components, simplified service access, and proven Deere reliability help maximize uptime and keep operating costs in check over the life of the machine.

Description: 30 P-Tier
Engine
ManufacturerYanmar
Displacement100.2 cu in.
Displacement1.64 L
Net power2400 rpm
Net power at net power rpm (ISO 9249)23 hp
Net power at net power rpm (ISO 9249)17.4 kW
Powertrain
Maximum travel speed high/fast2.7 mph
Swing speed9.1 rpm
Hydraulics
Main pump maximum rated flow20.2 gpm
Undercarriage
Standard track width12 in.
Refill Capacities
Fuel tank11.1 gal.
Hydraulic tank11.4 gal.
Operating weight with standard arm
Operating weight7220 lb.
Operating dimensions with standard arm
Maximum digging reach16, 1 ft, in.
Maximum digging depth9, 2 ft, in.
Maximum dumping height9, 11 ft, in.
Transport height8, 2 ft, in.
Transport length14, 7 ft, in.

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