Small contractors often need to do big work. It’s important that their equipment is both affordable, yet strong enough to handle tough jobs. 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.
“Every job site is different, and our customers want excavator options that can be personalized by performance, price and operator experience,” says Justin Steger, solutions marketing manager, John Deere Construction & Forestry. “Our newly expanded lineup of P- and G-Tier excavators, including the 200 G-Tier, provides machine solutions built for various applications and jobs to enhance profitability and efficiency.”
Helping to enhance efficiency and reliability without sacrificing power or torque, the PowerTech 4.5-liter engine on the 200 G-Tier delivers optimal performance for operators of all skill levels. In addition, easy-to-maintain, high-uptime exhaust filters help decrease downtime for service, while in-monitor adjustable flow and pressure auxiliary hydraulics can be easily controlled using the auxiliary function lever.
The Powerwise Plus hydraulic management system in 200 G-Tier combines extra ability with smooth control and pinpoint finesse. Offering precise pump flow, the pilot controls are metered, helping to provide reliable, fuel-efficient machine performance. With the push of a button on the joystick, operators can boost power and toggle on automatic boom-up and lifting functions. In addition, the optional hydraulic single pedal propel system moves the machine when and where you need it to without having to articulate both hand levers and both foot pedals, making for easier operation.
Customers looking to make the most of their machines can benefit from two factory-installed high-pressure, high-flow auxiliary packages, which deliver additional hydraulic capability to power attachments. Aimed to support operator ease of use, the ergonomically correct, short-throw pilot joysticks on the 200 G-Tier provide smooth, precise fingertip control with less movement or effort. Designed to accommodate different operators with the simple flip of a lever, the control pattern-change valve comes standard on the 200 G-Tier, helping to provide consistency on the job. Also standard on the 200 G-Tier is the pattern-control switch, which is conveniently accessible at ground level.
The 200 G-Tier can be equipped with a full line of buckets, which are offered to meet the needs of a wide variety of applications. A hydraulic coupler-ready option includes factory-installed hydraulic plumbing to the end of the arm, additional coupler controls integrated into a switch in the cab and a quick and efficient coupler installation capability. 800-503-3373; www.johndeere.com
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