John Deere Product Details

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.
- 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™

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

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

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.
Key Specs
| Manufacturer | John Deere |
| Model | PowerTech™ Plus 6090PSS |
| Displacement | 549 cu in. |
| Peak Power | 330 hp |
| Hydraulics Type | Closed center, load sense, pressure compensated |
| Travel Speed - High, Forward and Reverse | 2.6 mph |
| Travel Speed - Low, Forward and Reverse | 1.3 mph |
| Standard Boom | 23 ft |
| Standard Boom | 23 ft |
| Standard Boom | 23 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
| Manufacturer | John Deere |
| Model | PowerTech™ Plus 6090PSS |
| Non-road Emission Standards | EPA Final Tier 4/EU Stage V |
| Displacement | 549 cu in. |
| Speed Peak Power | 1900 rpm |
| Peak Power | 330 hp |
| Speed Net Peak Torque | 1500 rpm |
| Net Peak Torque | 1027 lb-ft |
Cooling
| Fan Type | Suction type, hydraulically driven, variable speed, reversing |
Hydraulics
| Hydraulics Type | Closed center, load sense, pressure compensated |
| Standard Travel System Main Pump Type | Variable-displacement axial piston |
| Standard Travel System, Main Pump Maximum Rated Flow | 141 gpm |
| Standard Travel System Continuous Saw Pump Type | Dedicated variable-displacement axial piston |
| Standard Travel System, Continuous Saw Pump Maximum Rated Flow | 30 gpm |
| Standard Travel System Attachment Pump Type | Dedicated variable-displacement axial piston |
| Standard Travel System, Attachment Pump Maximum Rated Flow | 36 gpm |
| Oil Filtration | 2 main return filters, 10-micron return with bypass, 1 case-drain strainer, 25 micron |
Final Tier 4/EU Stage V Electrical
| Total Voltage | 24 V |
| Voltage Per Battery | 12 V |
| Number Of Batteries | 2 |
| Alternator Rating | 200 amp |
| Work Lights | LED (13) |
| Service Lights | LED (3) |
Final Tier 4/EU Stage V Undercarriage
| Type | Integral track guides, thick high-abrasion-resistant material, ramp angles, hydraulic track adjustment |
| Size | U7 Extreme Duty (EXD) |
| Track Chain | 8.5 in. |
| Number Of Track Links (Per Side) | 47 |
| Lower Rollers (Per Side) | 9 |
| Carrier Slides/Rollers (Per Side) | 2 |
| Travel Speed - High, Forward and Reverse | 2.6 mph |
| Travel Speed - Low, Forward and Reverse | 1.3 mph |
| Tractive Effort | 72300 lbf |
Rotating Upper
| Swing Speed - Maximum, Standard Swing System | 6.7 rpm |
| Swing Torque, Standard Swing System | 59130 lb-ft |
| Swing Brake | Sealed wet multi-disc, manually applied/released |
Final Tier 4/EU Stage V Refill Capacities
| Fuel Tank | 285 gal. |
| Diesel-Exhaust Fluid (DEF) | 11 gal. |
Final Tier 4/EU Stage V Ground Pressure
| Travel Performance And Rating | SAE J1309 |
| Conditions For Measuring Ground Pressure | Includes standard equipment, 7.01-m (23 ft.) boom, half-full fuel tank, and all fluids, less attachment |
| Undercarriage Size | U7 EXD |
| Counterweight Size | Small |
| Standard Boom | 23 ft |
| 24-in. Double Grouser | 8.7 psi |
| 30-in. Double Grouser | 7.3 psi |
| 24-in. Single Grouser | 8.7 psi |
| 28-in. Single Grouser | 7.5 psi |
| 36-in. Triple Grouser (Soft Terrain Only) | 6.2 psi |
Tier 3/EU Stage IIIA Ground Pressure
| Counterweight Size | Small |
| Standard Boom | 23 ft |
Tier 2/EU Stage II Ground Pressure
| Counterweight Size | Small |
| Standard Boom | 23 ft |
Final Tier 4/EU Stage V Operating Weight
| Conditions For Measuring Operating Weight | Includes 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 Size | U7 EXD |
| Counterweight Size | Small |
| Standard Boom | 23 ft |
| Approximate Weight Of Base Machine | 69080 lb. |
7.01-m (23-ft) Boom Performance
| Conditions For Measuring Boom Performance | With FR22B |
| Maximum Reach (To Tip Of Saw Blade) | 29, 1 ft, in. |
| Minimum Reach (To Tip Of Saw Blade) | 15, 11 ft, in. |
| Cutting Swath | 13, 2 ft, in. |
| Lift Option(s) | Standard Without Rapid Cycle System (RCS) |
| Lift Capacity, Standard Without RCS, Bare Pin At Full Reach | 12990 lb. |
| Lift Capacity, Standard Without RCS, Bare Pin At 20 ft | 16930 lb. |
| Lift Capacity, High-Lift Option With RCS, Bare Pin At Full Reach | 16010 lb. |
| Lift Capacity, High-Lift Option With RCS, Bare Pin At 20 ft | 20660 lb. |
8.08-m (26-ft, 6-in.) Boom Performance
| Conditions For Measuring Boom Performance | With FR21B |
| Maximum Reach (To Tip Of Saw Blade) | 32, 3 ft, in. |
| Minimum Reach (To Tip Of Saw Blade) | 15, 3 ft, in. |
| Cutting Swath | 17 ft, in. |
| Lift Option(s) | Standard With and Without RCS |
| Lift Capacity, Bare Pin At Full Reach | 10780 lb. |
| Lift Capacity, Bare Pin At 20 ft | 16470 lb. |
Machine Dimensions
| Standard Undercarriage Type | U7 EXD |
| Boom Size Used For Measuring Dimensions | 23 ft |
| Overall Height, Top Of Cab With Flat Skylight | 11, 8 ft, in. |
| Overall Height, Top Of Cab With Peaked Skylight | 12, 4 ft, in. |
| Overall Height, Top Of Boom, Extended, Attachment Vertical | 12, 8 ft, in. |
| Overall Track Length | 16, 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 Boom | 23, 0 ft, in. |
| Minimum Boom Reach (To Attachment Pin) With 23-ft Boom | 9, 10 ft, in. |
| Cutting Swath, Boom Reach (To Attachment Pin) With 23-ft Boom | 13, 2 ft, in. |
| Maximum Boom Reach (To Attachment Pin) With 26-ft, 6-in. Boom | 9, 6 ft, in. |
| Minimum Boom Reach (To Attachment Pin) With 26-ft, 6-in. Boom | 9, 6 ft, in. |
| Cutting Swath, Boom Reach (To Attachment Pin) With 26-ft, 6-in. Boom | 17, 0 ft, in. |
| Ground Clearance, Single Grouser | 31 in. |
| Ground Clearance, Double Grouser | 30 in. |
| Ground Clearance, Triple Grouser | 29 in. |
| Upperstructure Width, Standard | 10, 0 ft, in. |
| Upperstructure Width, With Optional Walkway | 10, 6 ft, in. |
| Track Gauge | 8, 11 ft, in. |
| Width Over Tracks With 24-in. Track Shoes | 10, 10 ft, in. |
| Width Over Tracks With 28-in. Track Shoes | 11, 2 ft, in. |
| Width Over Tracks With 30-in. Track Shoes | 11, 4 ft, in. |
| Width Over Tracks With 36-in. Track Shoes | 11, 10 ft, in. |