John Deere compact track loader with rubber tracks and a large black front bucket, featuring a gray and yellow body, enclosed cab with protective metal mesh, and the model number “317” visible on the side, shown on a plain light background.

317 P-Tier

The John Deere 317 P‑Tier Compact Track Loader delivers impressive lifting capability, smooth electrohydraulic control, and compact maneuverability, making it an ideal solution for contractors who need versatility and performance in tight jobsites.

Key Features:
  • Gross Power: 65 hp (48.5 kW)
  • Net Power: 61 hp (45.6 kW)
  • Rated Operating Capacity: 2,125 lb. (965 kg)
  • Operating Weight: 8,423 lb. (3824 kg)
Compact Size with Vertical‑Lift Performance
A compact track loader using a pallet fork to lift a wooden pallet stacked with large stone blocks in a landscaping yard

The 317 P‑Tier features a vertical‑lift boom design that provides excellent reach and stability at full lift, enabling precise pallet placement and efficient material loading. With a compact footprint and low ground pressure, it works confidently in tight spaces while maintaining the lifting performance typically found in larger machines.

Operator‑Focused Cab and Electrohydraulic Controls
Right-hand EH joystick control in the operator station of a compact track loader.

A spacious, sealed, and pressurized cab helps reduce noise and dust while keeping operators comfortable throughout long workdays. Electrohydraulic (EH) ISO‑pattern joystick controls offer smooth, responsive operation with customizable settings, allowing operators to work more precisely and with less fatigue across a wide range of applications.

Built‑In Versatility and Easy Transport
A compact track loader moves a pallet of stone pavers toward the front entrance of a newly built house.

Factory‑installed attachment readiness and compatibility with more than 100 John Deere attachments allow the 317 P‑Tier to transition easily between landscaping, material handling, and site‑prep tasks. Its compact size and tie‑down accessibility make it easy to transport behind a standard pickup truck—keeping crews mobile and productive between jobsites.

Description: 317 P-Tier
Key Specs
ManufacturerYanmar®
Model4TNV86CHT
Displacement128 cu in.
Rated engine speed2600 rpm
Travel speed high7 mph
Hydraulic horsepower standard flow (calculated)33 hp
Advertised tipping load with construction bucket6070 lb.
Engine
ManufacturerYanmar®
Model4TNV86CHT
Net power (SAE J1349, ISO 9249) at 2600 rpm61 hp
Rated gross power (ISO 14396) at 2600 rpm65 hp
Displacement128 cu in.
Rated engine speed2600 rpm
AspirationTurbo
Powertrain
Travel speed high7 mph
Undercarriage
Standard track width12.6 in.
Ground pressure standard track5.5 psi
Hydraulics
Standard pump flow17 gpm
System pressure at couplers3450 psiPerMin
Hydraulic horsepower standard flow (calculated)33 hp
Serviceability
Fuel tank19 gal.
Operating Weights
Standard track8423 lb.
Machine Dimensions
Length without bucket103 in.
Length without bucket8.6 ft, in.
Length with foundry bucket127.6 in.
Length with foundry bucket10.6 ft, in.
Width without bucket with 12.6-in. tracks65.1 in.
Height to top of rollover protective structure (ROPS)78 in.
Height to top of rollover protective structure (ROPS)6.5 ft, in.
Height to hinge pin121 in.
Height to hinge pin10.1 ft, in.
Dump height, foundry bucket95.6 in.
Dump height, foundry bucket8 ft, in.
Ground clearance7.4 in.
Angle of departure degree32.3 degree (angle)
Dump angle (full lift height) degree42 degree (angle)
Bucket rollback (ground level) degree30 degree (angle)
Loader Performance
Advertised tipping load with construction bucket6070 lb.
SAE rated operating capacity at 35% tipping load (construction bucket)2125 lb.
Boom breakout force with construction bucket5250 lb.
Bucket breakout force with foundry bucket6000 lb.

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