John Deere has unveiled the latest addition to its lineup of mid-size excavators, the 200 G-Tier.
The G-Tier designation represents the company's economy models in its naming strategy that debuted in 2021. Signifying their performance and technology tier, models are designated as a G, P, or X. P-Tier includes advanced features, and the X-Tier denotes the company's hybrid diesel-electric technology and most advanced features.
The 200 G-Tier is touted as an affordable alternative to similar mid-size excavators in its class. It is designed for small contractors and rental companies, according to John Deere.
The 22.5-ton excavator runs on a 145-horsepower PowerTech 4.5-liter engine. The machine’s dig forces and lift capacities enable it to handle a variety of applications, such as stockpiling overburden, basement excavation, loading trucks, placing pipe.
The company says the easy-to-maintain exhaust filters help decrease downtime for service, while the in-monitor adjustable flow and pressure auxiliary hydraulics can be controlled by the auxiliary function lever.
Additional enhancements, which are also featured on the latest P-tier models, are grease points at the arm tip for easy greasing, and better torque retention at the clamp. Redesigned boom-foot bushings increase durability, the company says.
Inside the cab, operators adjust machine settings intuitively on John Deere's multi-language LCD monitor. While not a touchscreen, the dial navigation is like what Deere currently has on its G-series.
