Front left studio view of 903M Tracked Feller Buncher

903M

The John Deere 903M Track Feller Buncher offers unparalleled productivity with its powerful, efficient harvesting capabilities, exceptional stability, and advanced forestry technology, ensuring seamless operation in the most demanding forest environments.

Key Features:
  • Net Power: 246 kW (330 hp) at 1,900 rpm
  • Maximum Boom Reach: 9.82 m (32 ft, 3 in.)
  • Tractive Effort: 322 kN (72,300 lbf)
  • Precision Forestry with JDLink™ Telematics
TimberMatic™ Maps and TimberManager™
A rugged touchscreen monitor displaying a GPS field map with highlighted rows, guidance paths, and machine location

TimberMatic™ Maps offers a real-time production view, optimized routes, and shared machine connectivity, enhancing jobsite awareness. TimberManager™ 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: 903M
Key Specs
ManufacturerJohn Deere
ModelPowerTech™ Plus 6090PSS
Displacement549 cu in.
Peak Power330 hp
Hydraulics TypeClosed center, load sense, pressure compensated
Travel Speed - High, Forward and Reverse2.6 mph
Travel Speed - Low, Forward and Reverse1.3 mph
Standard Boom23 ft
Standard Boom23 ft
Standard Boom23 ft
Maximum Reach (To Tip Of Saw Blade)29, 1 ft, in.
Minimum Reach (To Tip Of Saw Blade)15, 11 ft, in.
Maximum Reach (To Tip Of Saw Blade)32, 3 ft, in.
Minimum Reach (To Tip Of Saw Blade)15, 3 ft, in.
Final Tier 4/EU Stage V Engine
ManufacturerJohn Deere
ModelPowerTech™ Plus 6090PSS
Non-road Emission StandardsEPA Final Tier 4/EU Stage V
Displacement549 cu in.
Speed Peak Power1900 rpm
Peak Power330 hp
Speed Net Peak Torque1500 rpm
Net Peak Torque1027 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 Flow30 gpm
Standard Travel System Attachment Pump TypeDedicated variable-displacement axial piston
Standard 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 (13)
Service LightsLED (3)
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, Forward and Reverse2.6 mph
Travel Speed - Low, Forward and Reverse1.3 mph
Tractive Effort72300 lbf
Rotating Upper
Swing Speed - Maximum, Standard Swing System6.7 rpm
Swing Torque, Standard Swing System59130 lb-ft
Swing BrakeSealed wet multi-disc, manually applied/released
Final Tier 4/EU Stage V Refill Capacities
Fuel Tank285 gal.
Diesel-Exhaust Fluid (DEF)11 gal.
Final Tier 4/EU Stage V Ground Pressure
Travel Performance And RatingSAE J1309
Conditions For Measuring Ground PressureIncludes standard equipment, 7.01-m (23 ft.) boom, half-full fuel tank, and all fluids, less attachment
Undercarriage SizeU7 EXD
Counterweight SizeSmall
Standard Boom23 ft
24-in. Double Grouser8.7 psi
30-in. Double Grouser7.3 psi
24-in. Single Grouser8.7 psi
28-in. Single Grouser7.5 psi
36-in. Triple Grouser (Soft Terrain Only)6.2 psi
Tier 3/EU Stage IIIA Ground Pressure
Counterweight SizeSmall
Standard Boom23 ft
Tier 2/EU Stage II Ground Pressure
Counterweight SizeSmall
Standard Boom23 ft
Final Tier 4/EU Stage V Operating Weight
Conditions For Measuring Operating WeightIncludes standard equipment, 7.01-m (23 ft.) boom, 610-mm (24 in.) double-grouser tracks, half-full fuel tank, and all fluids, less attachment
Undercarriage SizeU7 EXD
Counterweight SizeSmall
Standard Boom23 ft
Approximate Weight Of Base Machine69080 lb.
7.01-m (23-ft) Boom Performance
Conditions For Measuring Boom PerformanceWith FR22B
Maximum Reach (To Tip Of Saw Blade)29, 1 ft, in.
Minimum Reach (To Tip Of Saw Blade)15, 11 ft, in.
Cutting Swath13, 2 ft, in.
Lift Option(s)Standard Without Rapid Cycle System (RCS)
Lift Capacity, Standard Without RCS, Bare Pin At Full Reach12990 lb.
Lift Capacity, Standard Without RCS, Bare Pin At 20 ft16930 lb.
Lift Capacity, High-Lift Option With RCS, Bare Pin At Full Reach16010 lb.
Lift Capacity, High-Lift Option With RCS, Bare Pin At 20 ft20660 lb.
8.08-m (26-ft, 6-in.) Boom Performance
Conditions For Measuring Boom PerformanceWith FR21B
Maximum Reach (To Tip Of Saw Blade)32, 3 ft, in.
Minimum Reach (To Tip Of Saw Blade)15, 3 ft, in.
Cutting Swath17 ft, in.
Lift Option(s)Standard With and Without RCS
Lift Capacity, Bare Pin At Full Reach10780 lb.
Lift Capacity, Bare Pin At 20 ft16470 lb.
Machine Dimensions
Standard Undercarriage TypeU7 EXD
Boom Size Used For Measuring Dimensions23 ft
Overall Height, Top Of Cab With Flat Skylight11, 8 ft, in.
Overall Height, Top Of Cab With Peaked Skylight12, 4 ft, in.
Overall Height, Top Of Boom, Extended, Attachment Vertical12, 8 ft, in.
Overall Track Length16, 1 ft, in.
Track Length (Idler To Sprocket Center)12, 7 ft, in.
Tail Swing (From Swing Center)10, 5 ft, in.
Maximum Boom Reach (To Attachment Pin) With 23-ft Boom23, 0 ft, in.
Minimum Boom Reach (To Attachment Pin) With 23-ft Boom9, 10 ft, in.
Cutting Swath, Boom Reach (To Attachment Pin) With 23-ft Boom13, 2 ft, in.
Maximum Boom Reach (To Attachment Pin) With 26-ft, 6-in. Boom9, 6 ft, in.
Minimum Boom Reach (To Attachment Pin) With 26-ft, 6-in. Boom9, 6 ft, in.
Cutting Swath, Boom Reach (To Attachment Pin) With 26-ft, 6-in. Boom17, 0 ft, in.
Ground Clearance, Single Grouser31 in.
Ground Clearance, Double Grouser30 in.
Ground Clearance, Triple Grouser29 in.
Upperstructure Width, Standard10, 0 ft, in.
Upperstructure Width, With Optional Walkway10, 6 ft, in.
Track Gauge8, 11 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.

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