John Deere 848L-III Grapple Skidder 281 hp 50,728 lb Operating Weight

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John Deere 848L-III Grapple Skidder 281 hp 50,728 lb Operating Weight

Name: John Deere 848L-III Grapple Skidder 281 hp 50,728 lb Operating Weight
SKU: BP-5118-JOH-JOH-DEF
Availability: InStock

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The John Deere 848L-III Grapple Skidder combines raw power with intelligent design to maximize your productivity in the woods. Its Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT) automatically senses the load and delivers more torque to maintain your desired speed, eliminating gear shifting and shortening the learning curve for new operators.

Built for uptime, the L-III features ground-level daily service points, swing-out coolers, and detachable engine panels for wide-open access. The available premium cab keeps you comfortable all day with auto climate control, a heated and vented leather seat with 240-degree rotation, and integrated cameras for blade and tong views to enhance visibility and efficiency.

Key Features

Gross Power	281 hp
Gross Torque	941 ft.-lb.
Max. Grapple Capacity	19.1 sq. ft.
Operating Weight	50,728 lb.
Brand	John Deere
Model	848L-III
Product Type	Grapple Skidder
Transmission	Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT)

Highlights

Gross Power: 210 kW (281 hp)
Gross Torque: 1276 Nm (941 ft.-lb.)
Max. Grapple Capacity: 1.77 m2 (19.1 sq. ft.)
Operating Weight: 23 010 kg (50,728 lb.)

What's included

John Deere 848L-III Grapple Skidder base machine
JDLink telematics system
Operator manual and documentation

Frequently asked questions

What type of transmission does the 848L-III Grapple Skidder have?

It features a Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT) that combines direct-drive efficiency with hydrostatic smoothness, automatically sensing the load and adjusting torque without the need to shift gears.

What telematics and connectivity features are included?

JDLink connectivity comes standard, enabling remote monitoring of location, fuel level, utilization, and more. It also supports John Deere Connected Support for remote diagnostics and integrates with optional TimberMatic Maps and TimberManager for production tracking.

What comfort features are available in the premium cab?

The premium cab includes automatic climate control, a heated and vented leather seat with 240-degree rotation and multiple adjustments, a 7-inch secondary display, blade-view and tong-view cameras, a RAM mount phone holder, USB charging ports, a windshield wiper, and a CB radio mount.

How is daily maintenance made easier on this machine?

Serviceability is enhanced with ground-level access to fuel, DEF, and hydraulic oil fills, as well as daily grease banks. Removable engine panels provide wide-open access to filters and fluid checks, and swing-out cooler doors with an automatic reversing fan simplify debris cleaning.