Tracked Feller Buncher - Front Left View

853M

The John Deere 853M Track Feller Buncher offers exceptional stability, precise tracking, and advanced telematics, optimizing productivity and efficiency in challenging forestry applications with real-time operational insights and support.

Key Features:
  • Operate in Comfort
  • Gain Valuable Insights with Digital Forestry Solutions
  • Serviceability Within Easy Reach
  • Sure Footed Stability
TimberMaticâ„¢ Maps and TimberManagerâ„¢
A rugged touchscreen monitor displaying a GPS field map with highlighted rows, guidance paths, and machine location

TimberMaticâ„¢ Maps offers a real-time production view, optimized routes, and shared machine connectivity, enhancing jobsite awareness. TimberManagerâ„¢ allows web-based jobsite monitoring, enabling progress tracking and fleet optimization to streamline communication and boost efficiency.

Operate in Comfort
Inside cab view of man in florescent vest and safety helmet operating a tracked feller buncher in a snowy forest

A large and spacious operator station features a floor-to-ceiling front window, ergonomic controls, and increased cab volume over prior models. It enhances operator comfort, which is crucial for maintaining high productivity during long operating hours.

Sure-Footed Stability
Studio front right view of the track pad of M-series track feller bunchers

Engineered for challenging forestry applications, the M Series undercarriage delivers exceptional stability and maneuverability, especially beneficial in steep or swampy terrain. A variety of track pad options ensures adaptability to different ground conditions, balancing traction with ground pressure to maintain strong performance.

Description: 853M
Key Specs
ManufacturerJohn Deere
ModelPowerTechâ„¢ PSS 9.0L
Displacement549 cu in.
Hydraulics TypeClosed center, load sense, pressure compensated
Maximum Reach (To Tip Of Saw Blade)25, 10 ft, in.
Minimum Reach (To Tip Of Saw Blade)12, 10 ft, in.
Maximum Reach (To Tip Of Saw Blade)27, 10 ft, in.
Minimum Reach (To Tip Of Saw Blade)12, 7 ft, in.
Final Tier 4/EU Stage V Engine
ManufacturerJohn Deere
ModelPowerTechâ„¢ PSS 9.0L
Non-road Emission StandardsEPA Final Tier 4/EU Stage V
Cylinders6
Displacement549 cu in.
Speed Peak Power1900 rpm
Peak Power (Standard Travel)300 hp
Peak Power (Dedicated Travel)330 hp
Speed Net Peak Torque1500 rpm
Net Peak Torque (Standard Travel)937 lb-ft
Net Peak Torque (Dedicated Travel)1027 lb-ft
Cooling
Fan TypeSuction type, hydraulically driven, variable speed, reversing
Hydraulics
Hydraulics TypeClosed center, load sense, pressure compensated
Standard Travel System Main Pump TypeVariable-displacement axial piston
Standard Travel System, Main Pump Maximum Rated Flow141 gpm
Standard Travel System Continuous Saw Pump TypeDedicated variable-displacement axial piston
Standard Travel System, Continuous Saw Pump Maximum Rated Flow36 gpm
Standard Travel System Attachment Pump TypeDedicated variable-displacement axial piston
Standard Travel System, Attachment Pump Maximum Rated Flow36 gpm
Dedicated Travel System Main Pump TypeVariable-displacement axial piston
Dedicated Travel System, Main Pump Maximum Rated Flow131 gpm
Dedicated Travel System Travel Pump TypeDedicated variable-displacement axial piston
Dedicated Travel System, Travel Pump Maximum Rated Flow (x2)50 gpm
Dedicated Travel System Continuous Saw Pump TypeDedicated variable-displacement axial piston
Dedicated Travel System, Continuous Saw Pump Maximum Rated Flow36 gpm
Dedicated Travel System Attachment Pump TypeDedicated variable-displacement axial piston
Dedicated Travel System, Attachment Pump Maximum Rated Flow36 gpm
Oil Filtration2 main return filters, 10-micron return with bypass, 1 case-drain strainer, 25 micron
Final Tier 4/EU Stage V Electrical
Total Voltage24 V
Voltage Per Battery12 V
Number Of Batteries2
Alternator Rating200 amp
Work LightsLED (12)
Service LightsLED (2)
Final Tier 4/EU Stage V Undercarriage
TypeIntegral track guides, thick high-abrasion-resistant material, ramp angles, hydraulic track adjustment
SizeU7 Extreme Duty (EXD)
Track Chain8.5 in.
Number Of Track Links (Per Side)47
Lower Rollers (Per Side)9
Carrier Slides/Rollers (Per Side)2
Travel Speed - High, Standard Travel, Forward And Reverse2.6 mph
Travel Speed - Low, Standard Travel, Forward And Reverse1.2 mph
Travel Speed - High, Dedicated Travel, Forward And Reverse2.6 mph
Travel Speed - Low, Dedicated Travel, Forward And Reverse1.2 mph
Tractive Effort, Standard Travel72299 lbf
Tractive Effort, Dedicated Travel69196 lbf
Rotating Upper
Swing Speed - Maximum, Standard Swing System7 rpm
Swing Torque, Standard Swing System73756 lb-ft
Swing BrakeSealed wet multi-disc, manually applied/released
Final Tier 4/EU Stage V Refill Capacities
Fuel Tank228.9 gal.
Diesel-Exhaust Fluid (DEF)8.9 gal.
Final Tier 4/EU Stage V Ground Pressure
Travel Performance And RatingSAE J1309
Conditions For Measuring Ground PressureIncludes standard equipment, 6.71-m (22 ft.) power boom with Rapid Cycle System (RCS), medium extended counterweight, half-full fuel tank, and all fluids, less attachment
Undercarriage SizeU7 EXD
24-in. Double Grouser9.1 psi
30-in. Double Grouser7.4 psi
24-in. Single Grouser9 psi
28-in. Single Grouser7.8 psi
36-in. Triple Grouser (Soft Terrain Only)6.3 psi
Final Tier 4/EU Stage V Operating Weight
Conditions For Measuring Operating WeightIncludes standard equipment, 6.71-m (22 ft.) power boom with RCS, medium extended counterweight, 610-mm (24 in.) single-grouser tracks, half-full fuel tank, and all fluids, less attachment
Undercarriage SizeU7 EXD
Approximate Weight Of Base Machine71510 lb.
6.10-m (20-ft) Boom Performance
Maximum Reach (To Tip Of Saw Blade)25, 10 ft, in.
Minimum Reach (To Tip Of Saw Blade)12, 10 ft, in.
Cutting Swath13, 0 ft, in.
Lift Option(s)Rapid Cycle System (RCS)
Lift Capacity, Bare Pin At 20 ft Full Reach14710 lb.
6.71-m (22-ft) Boom Performance
Maximum Reach (To Tip Of Saw Blade)27, 10 ft, in.
Minimum Reach (To Tip Of Saw Blade)12, 7 ft, in.
Cutting Swath15, 3 ft, in.
Lift Option(s)Rapid Cycle System (RCS)
Lift Capacity, Bare Pin At Full Reach12220 lb.
Lift Capacity, Bare Pin At 20 ft15130 lb.
Machine Dimensions
Standard Undercarriage TypeU7 EXD
Boom Size Used For Measuring Dimensions22 ft
Overall Height, Top Of Cab With Flat Skylight11, 4 ft, in.
Overall Height, Top Of Cab With Peaked Skylight12, 1 ft, in.
Overall Height, Top Of Boom, Extended, Attachment Vertical12, 11 ft, in.
Overall Track Length16, 1 ft, in.
Track Length (Idler To Sprocket Center)12, 7 ft, in.
Tail Swing (From Swing Center) Small Counterweight6, 4 ft, in.
Tail Swing (From Swing Center) Medium Counterweight6, 4 ft, in.
Tail Swing (From Swing Center) Medium Extended Counterweight7, 4 ft, in.
Tail Swing (From Swing Center) Large Extended Counterweight7, 4 ft, in.
Maximum Boom Reach (To Attachment Pin) With Standard 22-ft Boom22, 0 ft, in.
Minimum Boom Reach (To Attachment Pin) With Standard 22-ft Boom6, 9 ft, in.
Cutting Swath, Boom Reach (To Attachment Pin) With Standard 22-ft Boom15, 3 ft, in.
Maximum Boom Reach (To Attachment Pin) With Optional 20-ft Boom20, 0 ft, in.
Minimum Boom Reach (To Attachment Pin) With Optional 20-ft Boom7, 0 ft, in.
Cutting Swath, Boom Reach (To Attachment Pin) With Optional 20-ft Boom13, 0 ft, in.
Ground Clearance, Single Grouser31 in.
Ground Clearance, Double Grouser30 in.
Ground Clearance, Triple Grouser29 in.
Upperstructure Width, Standard10, 4 ft, in.
Upperstructure Width, With Optional Walkway11, 0 ft, in.
Track Gauge8, 10 ft, in.
Width Over Tracks With 24-in. Track Shoes10, 10 ft, in.
Width Over Tracks With 28-in. Track Shoes11, 2 ft, in.
Width Over Tracks With 30-in. Track Shoes11, 4 ft, in.
Width Over Tracks With 36-in. Track Shoes11, 10 ft, in.

Get A Quote