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959ML

The John Deere 959ML Shovel Logger combines powerful lifting capabilities with advanced technology to optimize logging operations in challenging terrains, enhancing productivity and operational efficiency.

Key Features:
  • Net Power: 246 kW (330 hp) at 1,900 rpm
  • Maximum Boom Reach: 10.34 m (33 ft. 11 in.) / 11.00 m (36 ft. 1 in.)
  • Tractive Effort: 373 kN (83,880 lbf)
  • Maximize Stability on Steep Slopes
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.

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.

Maximize Stability on Steep Slopes
Tracked forestry machine on a steep, wooded slope using a grapple attachment to handle fallen logs, surrounded by trees and cut timber

The expansive leveling system, which tilts up to 26-degrees forward, combined with a long and wide undercarriage, ensures excellent stability and performance on slopes. The machine also provides exceptional boom and swing performance, enhancing operator comfort in steep terrains.

Description: 959ML
Final Tier 4/EU Stage V Engine
ManufacturerJohn Deere
ModelPowerTechâ„¢ Plus 6090PSS
Non-Road Emission StandardsEPA Final Tier 4/EU Stage IV
Displacement549 cu in.
Speed Peak Power1900 rpm
Peak Power330 hp
Speed Net Peak Torque1500 rpm
Net Peak Torque1126 lb-ft
Tier 3/EU Stage IIIA // Tier 2/EU Stage II Engine
ManufacturerJohn Deere
ModelPowerTech Plus 6090H
Non-Road Emission StandardsEPA Tier 3/EU Stage IIIA / EPA Tier 2/EU Stage II
Displacement549 cu in.
Speed Peak Power1900 rpm
Peak Power330 hp
Speed Net Peak Torque1500 rpm
Net Peak Torque1126 lb-ft
Cooling
Fan TypeSuction type, hydraulically driven, variable speed, reversing
Hydraulics
Hydraulics TypeClosed center, pressure compensated, load sense
Main Pump TypeVariable-displacement axial piston
Main Pump Maximum Rated Flow141 gpm
Attachment Pump TypeDedicated variable-displacement axial piston
Attachment Pump Maximum Rated Flow55 gpm
Oil Filtration2 main return filters, 10-micron return with bypass, 1 case-drain strainer, 25 micron
Final Tier 4/EU Stage V Electrical
Voltage24 V
Number of Batteries2
Voltage per Battery12 V
Alternator Rating200 amp
Work LightsLED (14)
Optional Boom LightsLED (2); live-heel shovel logger only
Service LightsLED (3)
Undercarriage
TypeIntegral track guides, thick high-abrasion-resistant material, ramp angles, hydraulic track adjustment
Track SizeU7L Extreme Duty (EXD)
Track Chain8.5 in.
Number of Track Links per Side47
Lower Rollers per Side10
Carrier Slides/Rollers per Side2
Travel Speed - High, Forward and Reverse2.2 mph
Travel Speed - Low, Forward and Reverse1 mph
Tractive Effort83880 lbf
Final Tier 4/EU Stage V Rotating Upper (Standard Swing System)
Swing Speed Maximum4.8 rpm
Swing Torque81257 lb-ft
Swing Brake TypeSealed wet multi-disc, manually applied/released
Final Tier 4/EU Stage V Serviceability
Fuel Tank285 gal.
Diesel-Exhaust Fluid (DEF) Tank11 gal.
Final Tier 4/EU Stage V Ground Pressure
Conditions for Measuring Ground PressureIncludes standard equipment, 11.0-m (36 ft. 1 in.) boom with heel, half-full fuel tank, and all fluids, less attachment
Undercarriage SizeU7L EXD
Counterweight SizeMedium
Boom TypeLive heel
Single Grouser Ground Pressure with 24-in. Track11 psi
Single Grouser Ground Pressure with 28-in. Track9.5 psi
Double Grouser Ground Pressure with 24-in. Track11 psi
Tier 3/EU Stage IIIA // Tier 2/EU Stage II Ground Pressure
Boom TypeLive heel
Operating Weight with Standard Boom, Including Heel
Conditions for Measuring Operating WeightIncludes standard equipment, 610-mm (24-in.) single-grouser tracks, flat skylight, half-full fuel tank, and all fluids, less attachment
Operating Weight with Power Boom
Conditions for Measuring Operating WeightIncludes standard equipment, 610-mm (24-in.) single-grouser tracks, flat skylight, half-full fuel tank, and all fluids, less attachment
Undercarriage SizeU7L EXD
Counterweight SizeMedium
Boom Size29, 11 ft, in.
Approximate Weight of Base Machine82440 lb.
Operating Weight with Standard Boom
Conditions for Measuring Operating WeightIncludes standard equipment, 610-mm (24-in.) single-grouser tracks, flat skylight, half-full fuel tank, and all fluids, less attachment
Undercarriage SizeU7L EXD
Counterweight SizeMedium
Boom Size33, 11 ft, in.
Approximate Weight of Base Machine82930 lb.
Operating Weight with Standard Boom, Including Live Heel
Conditions for Measuring Operating WeightIncludes standard equipment, 610-mm (24-in.) single-grouser tracks, flat skylight, half-full fuel tank, and all fluids, less attachment
Undercarriage SizeU7L EXD
Counterweight SizeMedium
Boom Size36, 1 ft, in.
Approximate Weight of Base Machine with EPA Final Tier 4/EU Stage V Engine86790 lb.
Boom Performance Configuration - Power
Boom Length29.91 ft
Swath17.8 ft
Harvesting HeadFL100
Lift OptionPower
Lift Capacity, Bare Pin at Full Reach13600 lb.
Lift Capacity, Bare Pin at 20 ft25530 lb.
Lift Capacity, Bare Pin at 25 ft18130 lb.
Boom Performance Configuration - Standard
Boom Length33.91 ft
Swath20.1 ft
Harvesting HeadFL100
Lift OptionStandard
Lift Capacity, Bare Pin at Full Reach10720 lb.
Lift Capacity, Bare Pin at 20 ft20860 lb.
Lift Capacity, Bare Pin at 25 ft16100 lb.
Lift Capacity, Bare Pin at 30 ft12790 lb.
Boom Performance Configuration - Standard, Including Live Heel
Boom Length36.08 ft
Swath20.4 ft
Lift OptionStandard, Including Live Heel
Lift Capacity, Bare Pin at Full Reach9610 lb.
Lift Capacity, Bare Pin at 20 ft21720 lb.
Lift Capacity, Bare Pin at 25 ft17090 lb.
Lift Capacity, Bare Pin at 30 ft13760 lb.
Machine Dimensions - Shovel Logger
Standard Undercarriage SizeU7L EXD
Live-Heel Shovel Logger Boom Size Used When Measuring Height Dimensions36, 1 ft, in.
Overall Height - Top of Cab with Flat Skylight13, 3 ft, in.
Overall Height - Top of Cab with Peaked Skylight13, 11 ft, in.
Overall Height - Top of Boom, Extended, Attachment Vertical15, 0 ft, in.
Overall Track Length16, 1 ft, in.
Track Length, Idler to Sprocket Center12, 6 ft, in.
Tail Swing, from Swing Center10, 5 ft, in.
Maximum Boom Reach to Attachment Pin with 36-ft, 1-in. Boom with Heel36, 1 ft, in.
Minimum Boom Reach to Attachment Pin with 36-ft, 1-in. Boom with Heel15, 8 ft, in.
Cutting Swath with 36-ft, 1-in. Boom with Heel20, 5 ft, in.
Ground Clearance with Single Grouser30 in.
Ground Clearance with Double Grouser29 in.
Upperstructure Width with Standard Walkway (without Optional Walkway)10, 6 ft, in.
Track Gauge8, 11 ft, in.
Width Over Tracks with 24-in. Track Shoes10, 11 ft, in.
Width Over Tracks with 28-in. Track Shoes11, 3 ft, in.
Machine Dimensions - Directional Feller
Standard Undercarriage SizeU7L EXD
Directional-Feller Boom Size Used When Measuring Height Dimensions33, 11 ft, in.
Overall Height - Top of Cab with Flat Skylight13, 3 ft, in.
Overall Height - Top of Cab with Peaked Skylight13, 11 ft, in.
Overall Height - Top of Boom, Extended, Attachment Vertical15, 0 ft, in.
Overall Track Length16, 1 ft, in.
Track Length, Idler to Sprocket Center12, 6 ft, in.
Tail Swing, from Swing Center10, 5 ft, in.
Maximum Boom Reach to Attachment Pin with 29-ft, 11-in. Boom with Heel29, 11 ft, in.
Minimum Boom Reach to Attachment Pin with 29-ft, 11-in. Boom with Heel12, 1 ft, in.
Cutting Swath with 29-ft, 11-in. Boom with Heel17, 10 ft, in.
Maximum Boom Reach to Attachment Pin with 33-ft, 11-in. Boom with Heel33, 11 ft, in.
Minimum Boom Reach to Attachment Pin with 33-ft, 11-in. Boom with Heel13, 10 ft, in.
Cutting Swath with 33-ft, 11-in. Boom with Heel20, 1 ft, in.
Ground Clearance with Single Grouser30 in.
Ground Clearance with Double Grouser29 in.
Upperstructure Width with Standard Walkway (without Optional Walkway)10, 6 ft, in.
Track Gauge8, 11 ft, in.
Width Over Tracks with 24-in. Track Shoes10, 11 ft, in.
Width Over Tracks with 28-in. Track Shoes11, 3 ft, in.

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