3156G Swing Machine with a close up of a toy excavator with a farmer standing next to it

3156G

At its core, the 3156G swing machine delivers exceptional versatility, with multiple boom options that allow for seamless transition between road building, processing, and log loading applications.

Key Features:
  • Hydraulic System
  • Cab Comfort and Visibility
  • Precision Forestry Technology
  • Versatile Boom System
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.

Easy-to-Reach Serviceability
Industrial machine with open access panels revealing the engine compartment, hydraulic components, steps, and service platforms.

The G-Series features easy-to-open doors for quick access to scheduled maintenance areas, and a variable-speed hydraulic reversing fan that helps purge debris from the cooling system. Additionally, it offers excellent access to the hydraulic system on the right-hand side and complete access to the cooling system on the left-hand side for cleaning and inspection.

Undercarriage Structure
Side view of a swing machine's undercarriage, featuring one black track frame

John Deere G-Series Swing Machines feature an "X" lower structure that ensures excellent load distribution and reduces stress on weld joints, while the track frames provide a smooth ride and stability across all terrains. These machines also offer tractive effort for challenging conditions, multiple track pad configurations, two-speed automatic shift travel motors, and optional tri-tracks to minimize track twisting.

Description: 3156G
Final Tier 4/EU Stage V Engine
ManufacturerJohn Deere PowerTech™ PSS 9.0 L
Non-Road Emission StandardsEPA Final Tier 4 (FT4)/EU Stage IV
Engine Speed Used for Net Rated Power1900 rpm
Net Rated Power at Engine Speed249 hp
Cylinders6
Engine Displacement549 cu in.
Off-Level Capacity70 %
Off-Level Capacity35 degree (angle)
AspirationSeries turbocharged, air-to-air charge-air cooler
Oil Filter, Remote MountedFull-flow spin-on filter
Tier 3/EU Stage IIIA // Tier 2/EU Stage II Engine
ManufacturerJohn Deere PowerTech™ Plus 9.0 L
Non-Road Emission StandardsEPA Tier 3/EU Stage IIIA
Engine Speed Used for Net Rated Power1900 rpm
Net Rated Power at Engine Speed249 hp
Cylinders6
Engine Displacement549 cu in.
Off-Level Capacity70 %
Off-Level Capacity35 degree (angle)
AspirationTurbocharged, air-to-air charge-air cooler
Oil Filter, Remote MountedFull-flow spin-on filter
Cooling
Fan DriveCool-on-demand hydraulic-driven, suction-type fan with remote-mounted drive and standard reversing fan
Powertrain
Type2-speed propel with automatic shift
Maximum Travel Speed Low1.7 mph
Maximum Travel Speed High2.6 mph
Drawbar Pull66910 lbf
Hydraulics
TypeOpen center, pilot operated
Main Pumps Type2 variable-displacement pumps
Main Pumps Maximum Rated Flow, Per 2 Pumps65.5 gpm
Implement Circuits System Operating Pressure4975 psi
Power Boost System Operating Pressure5511 psi
ControlsPilot levers; short-stroke, low-effort hydraulic pilot with shutoff lever
Final Tier 4/EU Stage V Electrical
System Voltage24 V
Alternator Rating150 amp
Standard Work Lights14 LEDs
Standard Service Lights With Side-Entry Cab5 LEDs (compartments)
Standard Service Lights With Rear-Entry Cab6 LEDs (compartments and riser)
Standard Access Lights1 LED (right rear cab)
Tier 3/EU Stage IIIA // Tier 2/EU Stage II Electrical
System Voltage24 V
Alternator Rating130 amp
Standard Work Lights14 LEDs
Standard Service Lights With Side-Entry Cab5 LEDs (compartments)
Standard Service Lights With Rear-Entry Cab6 LEDs (compartments and riser)
Standard Access Lights1 LED (right rear cab)
Undercarriage, Standard
Carrier Rollers Per Side2
Track Rollers Per Side9
Shoes, Double Grousers, Per Side48
Pitch With Standard-Duty Undercarriage8.5 in.
Ground Pressure, Processor
Option One - Standard-Duty Undercarriage Gauge9, 7 ft, in.
Ground Pressure With 28-in. Double-Grouser Shoes and Option One Gauge and Standard-Duty Undercarriage10.9 psi
Ground Pressure, VIH Log Loader
Standard Undercarriage Gauge9, 7 ft, in.
Ground Pressure With 28-in. Double-Grouser Shoes and Option One Gauge and Standard-Duty Undercarriage10.5 psi
Ground Pressure, Live-Heel Log Loader
Standard Undercarriage Gauge9, 7 ft, in.
Ground Pressure With 28-in. Double-Grouser Shoes and Option One Gauge and Standard-Duty Undercarriage10.5 psi
Swing Mechanism
Swing Speed8.7 rpm
Swing Torque88507 lb-ft
Operator Station
Operator Height From Ground (Eye Level) in Side-Entry Forestry Cab10, 3 ft, in.
Operator Height From Ground (Eye Level) in Rear-Entry Log Loader Cab14, 8 ft, in.
Serviceability
Fuel Tank Capacity285 gal.
Cooling System Capacity10.5 gal.
Diesel-Exhaust Fluid (DEF) Tank (FT4) Capacity11.5 gal.
Engine Crankcase (Including Filter) Capacity28.5 qt
Hydraulic Tank Oil Capacity52 gal.
Operating Weights, Processor
Conditions for Measuring Operating WeightsWith full fuel tank, 79-kg (175 lb.) operator, rear-entry forestry cab, 6558-kg (14,458 lb.) heavy counterweight, 700-mm (28 in.) double-grouser shoes, and 2.92-m (9 ft. 7 in.) undercarriage; no attachment included
SAE Operating Weight, EPA FT4/EU Stage IV93870 lb.
SAE Operating Weight, EPA Tier 3/EU Stage IIIA / EPA Tier 2/EU Stage II93370 lb.
Side-Entry Cab, Optional Component, Add Weight-1480 lb.
Rear-Entry Cab - Cab Forward, Optional Component, Add Weight150 lb.
Operating Weights, VIH Log Loader
Conditions for Measuring Operating WeightsWith full fuel tank, 79-kg (175 lb.) operator, rear-entry forestry cab, 6558-kg (14,458 lb.) heavy counterweight, 700-mm (28 in.) double-grouser shoes, and 2.92-m (9 ft. 7 in.) undercarriage; no attachment included
SAE Operating Weight, EPA FT4/EU Stage IV93371 lb.
SAE Operating Weight, EPA Tier 3/EU Stage IIIA / EPA Tier 2/EU Stage II92871 lb.
Side-Entry Cab, Optional Component, Add Weight-1480 lb.
Rear-Entry Cab - Cab Forward, Optional Component, Add Weight150 lb.
Operating Weights, Live-Heel Log Loader Arm
Conditions for Measuring Operating WeightsWith full fuel tank, 79-kg (175 lb.) operator, rear-entry forestry cab, 6558-kg (14,458 lb.) heavy counterweight, 700-mm (28 in.) double-grouser shoes, and 2.92-m (9 ft. 7 in.) undercarriage; no attachment included
SAE Operating Weight, EPA FT4/EU Stage IV95745 lb.
SAE Operating Weight, EPA Tier 3/EU Stage IIIA / EPA Tier 2/EU Stage II95245 lb.
Side-Entry Cab, Optional Component, Add Weight-1480 lb.
Rear-Entry Cab - Cab Forward, Optional Component, Add Weight150 lb.
Operating Dimensions, Processor Arm
Conditions for Measuring Operating DimensionsWith standard equipment, 700-mm (28 in.) shoes, 6558-kg (14,458 lb.) heavy counterweight, full fuel tank, and 79-kg (175 lb.) operator
Maximum Reach36, 4 ft, in.
Maximum Reach at Ground Level35, 6 ft, in.
Maximum Working Depth10, 0 ft, in.
Maximum Working Height42, 8 ft, in.
Maximum Log-Level Height (Verify Attachment Dependency)33, 0 ft, in.
Minimum Swing Radius15, 0 ft, in.
Tail Swing Radius12, 2 ft, in.
Operating Dimensions, VIH Log Loader Arm
Conditions for Measuring Operating DimensionsWith standard equipment, 700-mm (28 in.) shoes, 6558-kg (14,458 lb.) heavy counterweight, full fuel tank, and 79-kg (175 lb.) operator
Maximum Reach36, 6 ft, in.
Maximum Reach at Ground Level35, 9 ft, in.
Maximum Working Depth9, 11 ft, in.
Maximum Working Height43, 1 ft, in.
Maximum Log-Level Height (Verify Attachment Dependency)29, 5 ft, in.
Minimum Swing Radius16, 6 ft, in.
Tail Swing Radius12, 2 ft, in.
Operating Dimensions, Live-Heel Log Loader Arm
Conditions for Measuring Operating DimensionsWith standard equipment, 700-mm (28 in.) shoes, 6558-kg (14,458 lb.) heavy counterweight, full fuel tank, and 79-kg (175 lb.) operator
Maximum Reach41, 2 ft, in.
Maximum Reach at Ground Level40, 6 ft, in.
Maximum Working Depth14, 7 ft, in.
Maximum Working Height47, 8 ft, in.
Maximum Log-Level Height (Verify Attachment Dependency)30, 4 ft, in.
Minimum Swing Radius15, 0 ft, in.
Tail Swing Radius12, 2 ft, in.

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