2017 International Forest Industries Magazines October November 2017 | Page 10
LOGGING & BIOMASS NEWS
1910G Forwarder rolled out in North America
John Deere North America has
announced the latest addition to
its forwarder lineup, the 1910G
Forwarder. The largest model in
the John Deere forwarder line,
the 1910G offers operators the
power and efficiency needed to
tackle tough jobs, even on difficult
terrain.
The 1910G machines are
equipped with a Final Tier 4
200kW/268 horsepower engine.
The maximum engine output has
increased by 7.5 percent and
torque by 21 percent compared
to previous models, offering
customers the power and
performance they expect in a
John Deere machine. Additionally,
the drive hydraulics have been
increased, with the transmission
boasting 4.5 percent more tractive
force. of these mid-sized for
torque by 21 percent.
“The G-Series Forwarder line
provides our customers with the
machines they need to tackle
each workday, regardless of the
conditions they may face. With our
1910G machines, operators are able
to handle even larger loads,” said
Niko Solopuro, product marketing
manager, WCTL Forwarders and
Automation. “Additionally, we
maintained the features of the
G-Series lines that our customers
appreciate—including the
improved operator station and
configurable joystick controls—to
develop a machine that customers
enjoy while also boosting operator
productivity.”
A key feature on this model
is the adaptive driveline control,
a first in the forestry industry.
This software-based control
system improves the productivity
and drivability of this G-Series
forwarder, and enables the
operator to choose the desired
RPM setting (Eco, Normal, Power)
for the operating conditions. The
system automatically adjusts
the engine’s RPMs to correspond
with the engine load. In high-load
situations, the driveline control
ensures that the diesel engine runs
smoothly and uses the maximum
available tractive force efficiently.
Another key feature is the
larger load capacity. The cross-
sectional area of the wide load
space is bigger and the new-
generation headboard provides
excellent visibility to the load
space. Additionally, the CF8 boom
on the 1910G moves smoothly and
seamlessly, increasing accuracy
and efficiency.
Boom control is further
enhanced using Intelligent
Boom Control (IBC). Exclusive to
John Deere, IBC is an innovative
technology that improves operator
productivity by automatically
controlling the lift, slew and
extension of the boom based on
the location of the grapple. IBC
increases accuracy and, ultimately,
the number of loads per each work
shift. Additionally, configurable
joystick controls allow the dealer
to quickly reconfigure the machine
to meet the preference of the
operator. The operator can select
one of three configuration options,
providing the operator with an
intuitive system.
The 1910G, as well as the rest
of the G-Series Forwarder line, is
equipped with the TimberMatic™
F-16 control system. The improved
control system features a
configurable user interface, cruise
control and inclination display,
increasing operator efficiency.
Additionally, the new software
offers service personnel remote
access to the machine. New MECA
control modules, simple CAN
busses and a streamlined electrical
system improve the efficiency of
machine functions.
The 1910G is available with
two cab options, fixed or rotating
and leveling, both of which are
designed to improve operator
comfort. The rotating and leveling
cabin helps the driver to maintain
the correct working positions to
reduce strain on the back and
shoulder areas, even when working
on uneven terrain. With a cabin
rotation of 290 degrees, the 1910G
model offers a view of the boom
and grapple, enabling safer, easier
log loading. The large windows
of the cab allow for virtually
unrestricted all-around visibility.
Other fatigue-beating features,
including ergonomic armrests, a
fully adjustable air-cushioned seat
and an automated climate-control
system, help to boost operator
productivity.
All John Deere forwarders come
8 International Forest Industries | OCTOBER / NOVEMBER 2017
The 1910 G-Series forwarder supplies operators the power and efficiency
they need to complete challenging jobs on tough terrain
1910G machines boast a Final Tier 4 200kW/268 horsepower engine that
increases the maximum engine output by 7.5 percent and torque by 21
percent
1910G machines boast a Final Tier 4 200kW/268 horsepower engine that
increases the maximum engine output by 7.5 percent and torque by 21
percent
standard with JDLink™ in base
for five years. JDLink, the proven
John Deere telematics solution,
remotely connects owners and
managers with their equipment
and local John Deere dealer.
Through JDLink, they have access
to alerts and machine information,
including performance and
maintenance data, allowing them
to better manage where and how
equipment is being used, even
from miles away.