The 550 P-Tier dozer is built for seasoned veterans and ambitious beginners alike. Its adjustable hydraulic and transmission settings let you mold the machine to your needs and skillset as an operator so you can fast-track the learning curve and optimize the 550 P-Tier for your operation. The spacious cab reduces operator fatigue, while its rugged components and innovative technology options minimize downtime and increase productivity. With these features, Deere has built a dozer on the bedrock of some of your best ideas, enhancing the overall operator experience and improving total cost of ownership.
Features
ADJUSTABLE HYDRAULIC AND TRANSMISSION SETTINGS
Since no two operators have the same work skill or technique, adjustable hydraulic and transmission settings can be customized to individual user preferences for optimal responsive control, smooth stability, and precise grading performance.
COMFORTABLE CAB
The all-new, next-generation cab is 14% larger than the previous model to elevate operator comfort. Features like controls that minimize hand and arm movements, along with optional premium heated and ventilated seats and automatic temperature control (ATC) help get operators up to speed and in the zone.
INCREASED VISIBILITY
A lower hood line and 14% more glass expand visibility to the blade and jobsite. An optional rearview camera boosts awareness of the activity behind the machine, while a new LED light package brings things into focus in dark environments.
EASY-TO-USE TOUCH-SCREEN DISPLAY
An eight-inch touch-screen primary display – standard on electrohydraulic configurations – reveals machine health with configurable settings, rearview camera, and optional Slope Control. An additional 10-inch touch-screen display for navigating the grade-control interface is added when the machine is outfitted with dual-laser receivers.
ENHANCED SAFETY
The new operator-presence system uses a built-in sensor to detect that the seat is occupied before the park brake is released to prevent unintentional machine movement.
EFFICIENT POWER MANAGEMENT
Simply set your maximum desired ground speed and the power-management system automatically maintains peak engine speed and power efficiency without stalling or shifting.
ENHANCED MANEUVERABILITY
Counter-rotation boosts productivity by enabling operators to overcome heavy corner loads and quickly reposition the blade on the go.
EXTENDED COMPONENT LIFE
John Deere undercarriage options help balance component wear and extend maintenance intervals:
- Standard Heavy-Duty uses sealed and lubricated track chain with hardened steel pins and bushings to seal abrasives out.
- Extended Life uses SC-2™ coating designed to double bushing life compared to standard bushings and maximize the wear life of other undercarriage parts.
- Maximum Life provides the benefits of Extended Life along with additional wear material on the upper and lower rollers, chain links, idlers, and seals.
FUEL EFFICIENT
Standard Eco mode automatically adjusts engine speed and power-train settings based on load to maximize fuel usage by up to 20 percent compared to standard operating mode without loss of performance.
REDUCED SPILLAGE DAMAGE
An integrated spill-sheet is welded on the large 124-inch-wide blade to increase capacity and reduce damage caused by material spillage behind the blade.
INNOVATIVE GRADE-MANAGEMENT SOLUTIONS
Deere’s suite of factory-integrated grade-management technologies, such as standard EZGrade or optional 2D Slope Control and Slope Control with Dual Laser simplify difficult grading tasks. These intuitive offerings are easy for operators of any experience level to master. All technology options are fully supported by the Brandt dealer network and can be efficiently upgraded as your operation evolves:
- All-new EZGrade feature aids operators in manually grading smooth finish passes by making small blade corrections automatically.
- Slope Control assists in grading and maintaining flat, smooth, and sloping surfaces. Operators can view and set blade slope while the system automatically controls the blade to the desired slope percentage.
- Slope Control With Dual Laser enables operators to automatically control the blade to a specific slope and elevation using a rotating laser.
JOHN DEERE PRECISION CONSTRUCTION
From grade management and obstacle detection to product automation features and jobsite intelligence, this suite of construction technology delivers productivity solutions to help you get more done, more efficiently.
John Deere construction equipment comes with in-base connectivity – free from subscriptions or annual renewals. Analyze critical machine data, track utilization, review diagnostic alerts, and more from
the John Deere Operations Center™, which uses data from thousands of connected machines to proactively address issues before they arise. Your Brandt dealer can also remotely monitor machine health, diagnose problems, and even update machine software without a trip to the jobsite.