Easy street.
If you're running out of room on street jobs or other tight jobsites, you can position yourself for more productivity with a 245G LC. Reduced tail swing allows the 245G LC to work easily within one lane of traffic or get closer to objects - without damaging surroundings or the machine. Its no-compromise hydraulic management system and short-throw joystick yield the pinpoint metering and smooth-as-silk low-effort control you get with all of our excavators.
Specifications
| 245G LC |
| Rated Power | 159 hp @ 2000 rpm |
| Operating Weight | 56830 lb |
| Digging Depth | 261 in |
Features
KEY FEATURES
- Interim Tier 4-emission certified engine.
- Three bulkheads in boom.
- Reduced-tail-swing design.
- High-efficient cooling system.
ENGINE
- The EPA IT4/EU Stage IIIB technology in our excavators is simple, fuel efficient, fully integrated, and fully supported. It employs field-proven cooled exhaust gas recirculation (EGR) for reducing NOX, and a diesel particulate filter (DPF) and diesel oxidation catalyst (DOC) to reduce particulate matter.
- Seamless diesel particulate filter (DPF) soot cleaning happens automatically without impacting machine productivity. Periodic DPF ash removal is condition based and should be performed by your John Deere dealer. Actual intervals may exceed EPA minimums and are affected by machine application and maintenance practices.
- Ground-level-accessible coolers with easily removed pre-cleaner screens help prevent trash from plugging up the cores - helping the G-Series maintain their cool-running efficiency.
- Auto-idle automatically reduces engine speed when hydraulics isn't in use. Auto-shutdown further preserves precious fuel.
HYDRAULICS
- Efficient engine/hydraulic management system perfectly balances engine performance and hydraulic flow for predictable operation. Three productivity modes allow you to choose the digging style that fits the job. High productivity delivers more power and faster hydraulic response to move more material. Power delivers smooth and balanced metering for normal operation. Economy reduces top speed and helps save fuel.
- With increased weight and arm and dig force, the 245G LC provides noticeably more muscle than its predecessor.
- Generous flow, arm force, and swing torque help speed cycles. So you can do your best to stay on schedule, or ahead of the weather.
- When the going gets tough, simply press the power-boost button on the right-hand control and muscle through.
CAB COMFORT
- Spacious cab is comfortable and noticeably quiet. Silicone-filled mounts effectively isolate operators from noise and vibration. We've got your back with a sculpted mechanical-suspension high-back seat. Seat slides together or independent of the joystick console, so it won't cramp an operator's style.
- Wide expanse of front and side glass, narrow front cab posts, large overhead glass, and numerous mirrors provide virtually unobstructed all-around visibility.
- Automatic, high-velocity bi-level climate-control system with automotive-style adjustable louvers helps keep the glass clear and the cab comfortable.
- If you need to see more, choose the optional rearveiw camera that displays the action behind on the monitor.
EASE OF CONTROL
- For tasks that require extra finesse, short-throw low-effort joysticks, fine metering, and smooth multifunction operation give the precision you need.
- Ergonomically correct short-throw pilot levers provide smooth, predictable fingertip control with less movement or effort.
- Select engine speed, auto-idle, power mode, lighting, and window wiper settings all on the right-hand console. Push buttons fingertip control of auxiliary hydraulic flow for operating attachments.
EASE OF SERVICE
- Large, easy-to-open service doors and easy-access service points make quick work of daily and periodic maintenance.
- Easy-access dipstick and nearby engine oil fill make daily checks and/or additions quick and easy.
- Vertical spin-on fuel and engine oil filters are conveniently located in the right rear compartment for simplified ground-level servicing.
- Fluid-level sight gauges and see-through fluid containers are conveniently located and can be checked at a glance.
STRUCTURES AND UNDERCARRIAGE
- Reduced-tail-swing design allows the excavator to rotate within a small radius, making them plenty productive around obstacles or in confined workspaces.
- Reinforced D-channel side frames provide maximum cab and component protection.
- Thick-plate single-sheet mainframe, box-section track frames, and industry-exclusive double-seal swing bearing deliver rock-solid durability.
- With large idlers, rollers, and strutted links, the sealed and lubricated undercarriage delivers long and reliable performance.
- Standard boom/frame lights and cab/boom-mounted options provide illumination to extend your workday beyond normal daylight hours.
ARM AND BOOM
- A John Deere exclusive, three welded bulkheads within the boom resist torsional stress for unsurpassed durability. Booms, arms, and mainframes are so tough, they're warranted for three years or 10,000 hours.
- Reinforced resin thrust plates, grooved bushings, and thermal-coated bucket joints increase arm and boom lube intervals to 500 hours.
- Tungsten-carbide coating creates an extremely wear-resistant surface to protect the all-important bucket-to-arm joint. Oil-impregnated bushings enhance durability and extend grease intervals to 500 hours for the arm-and-boom joint and 100 hours for the bucket joint.
- TK-Series bucket teeth are engineered for maximum strength and impact absorption. Hammer-free installation and removal simplifies changes, minimizes downtime.
CPU/MONITOR
- With John Deere WorkSight™, JDLink™ monitoring provides real-time machine utilization and health data, plus location information. Fleet Care proactively suggests maintenance to correct problems early before they turn into costly downtime. And Service ADVISOR™ Remote enables your dealer to read diagnostic codes, record performance data, and even update software without a trip to the jobsite. It's the most comprehensive, easy-to-use suite of technology available for increasing uptime and productivity while lowering operating costs. And it's only available from John Deere.
- Multi-language LCD monitor and rotary dial provide intuitive access to a wealth of information and functions. Just turn and tap to select work mode, access operating info, adjust cab temperature, and tune the radio. Plus much more.
- Easy-to-read LCD monitor tracks scheduled maintenance intervals and issues reminders. Should a problem arise, it provides diagnostic information to help decrease downtime.