Yellow and black John Deere tracked excavator with a long, articulated arm and large digging bucket, shown in profile on a white background with a stylized black and silver “P” icon in the upper right corner

230 P-Tier

The John Deere 230 P‑Tier Excavator delivers balanced mid‑size power, precise control, and advanced jobsite technology, helping crews dig, lift, and load efficiently across a wide range of applications.

Key Features:
  • Net Power: 127 kW (170 hp)
  • Maximum Digging Depth: 6650 mm (21 ft, 10 in.)
  • Operating Weight: 23 950–25 200 kg (52,800–55,560 lb.)
  • Max Reach: 32 ft, 4 in. (9.86 m)
Get the Job Done with Proven Mid‑Size Performance
Side left view of a 230 P-Tier excavator scooping dirt from atop a pile on a tree-lined jobsite

With ~170 horsepower and a ~20‑metric‑ton platform, the 230 P‑Tier provides the power and capability needed for trenching, grading, truck loading, and lifting tasks.

Improve Accuracy and Efficiency with SmartGrade™
A construction worker wearing a hard hat and high-visibility vest operates heavy machinery from an enclosed cab at night

Available SmartGrade™ technology and 2D grade control help operators achieve precise results with fewer grade checks—reducing rework and improving productivity across digging and grading tasks.

Maximize Uptime with Durable, Efficient Design
Front view of a 210 P-Tier Excavator scooping dirt on a job site

Built with proven components and enhanced durability features, along with fuel‑saving innovations like electronic cooling systems, the 200 Series P‑Tier helps reduce downtime and lower daily operating costs.

Description: 230 P-Tier
Engine
ManufacturerJohn Deere Power Tech
Non-road emission standardsTier 4
Net power2000 rpm
Net power at net power rpm (ISO 9249)159 hp
Cylinders6
Displacement415 cu in.
Powertrain
Maximum travel speed high/fast3.4 mph
Electrical
Battery voltage24 V
Number of batteries2
Undercarriage
Number of carrier rollers per side2
Number of track rollers per side7
Swing Mechanism
Speed13.3 rpm
Torque50662 lb-ft
Refill Capacities
Fuel tank106.5 gal.
Hydraulic tank35.7 gal.

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