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LOGGING & BIOMASS NEWS John Deere 910G and 1010G Forwarders available in multiple configurations supplement the G-Series line-up IBC also available for CF5 boom The small-class John Deere 910G and 1010G the CF5 boom with both models. Producing more forwarders available with a number of options are power and torque than its predecessors, the 4.5-liter also equipped with the G-Series’ efficient and reliable John Deere 4045 engine meets Stage 5 emissions automation and electrical systems. Now the popular regulations that take effect at the beginning of 2019. and unique Intelligent Boom Control is available for The efficient performance of the new models in all terrain conditions is ensured by the wide range of axle and tire options. The John Deere 910G is available in a 6-wheeled version with 34-inch tires in the front and 24.5-inch tires in the rear, or an 8-wheeled version with either 22.5- or 24.5- inch tires. The 6-wheeled John Deere 1010G with 34-inch tires in the front comes with two rear tire options: 24.5 and 26.5 inches. The 8-wheeled 1010G can be equipped with either 24.5- or 26.5- inch tires. New design brings comfort to the small-class G-series forwarders The 910G and 1010G models share a new design. The engine space and the hood have been designed in collaboration with BMW DesignWorks. The engine hood has been lowered and the operator’s visibility from the cabin to the work area has improved. John Deere 910G Has a load rating of 9 tons, and its excellent agility makes it ideal for first thinnings. The 910G is available with either six or eight wheels and with a narrow or wide load space with cross-section areas of 3.5 m² and 4.0 m². Choose either a fixed or a leveling and rotating cabin, and boom options include CF1 and CF5 with three different reaches. The engine has significantly more power (118 kW) and torque (650 Nm) than the previous corresponding size-class model, the 810E. The John Deere 910G John Deere 1010G Has a load rating of 11 tons. The engine has significantly more power (131 kW) and torque (730 Nm) than the previous 1010E model. The 1010G is available with six or eight wheels and with a narrow or wide load space (3.5 m² or 4.0 m²). The model can be equipped with either a fixed or a leveling and rotating cabin, and the CF5 boom has three different reach alternatives. The John Deere 1010G 12 International Forest Industries | JUNE / JULY 2018 Both models are available also with a short wheelbase. The shorter wheelbase has been achieved by moving the rear axle forward by 40 cm, thereby allowing the load space to remain unchanged. The machine’s stability remains good and its agility improves, which is beneficial particularly in thinnings.