Backhoe enhancements improve jobsite awareness with an industry-first rear camera system and expanded sightlines
John Deere has upgraded its backhoes with new machine and tech features to enhance operator comfort and jobsite awareness.
The new features include an industry-first rear camera system, a redesigned cab with 13-cm more leg room when swivelling the seat and improved climate control.
“As job site demands evolve, so do our machines,” said Emily Pagura, Product Marketing Manager at John Deere. “The latest updates to the backhoe lineup reflect our commitment to delivering smarter solutions that improve jobsite awareness, operator comfort and machine control, ensuring crews can work productively on the jobsite.”
The updates aim to improve jobsite awareness, helping operators to navigate busy jobsites.
Deere also consolidated two side posts into one, so the new cab provides an expanded field of view, particularly for truck loading and trenching operations. A new overhead rear window system offers an unobstructed view of trenches and tight spaces, increasing accuracy in underground applications.
The industry-first rear camera system, displayed on a 20-cm touchscreen, supplements operator vision and reduces rear structure obstructions, improving overall job site awareness.
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As well, upgraded LED work lights and LED turn signals enhance visibility in low-light conditions, enabling operators to work efficiently at any time of day.
An optional heated and vented seat, paired with an upgraded HVAC system that delivers 10 per cent more airflow, ensures optimal climate control in all working conditions.
A redesigned palm-on-top loader grip helps support the operator’s hand to keep operators comfortable through long working hours, while enhanced storage solutions offer better organization for tools and personal items.
The redesigned pilot towers combined with the wider cab give operators more leg room for seat transitions.
As well, new common sealed switch module and centralized controls on all models provide keyless start, machine security and easy access to frequently used controls.
A new optional feature for all models is manual stabilizer locks and a stabilizer position warning system to keep the operator informed of stabilizer position during transport.
On P-Tier models, an optional pull-down front sunshade with more surface area is available to shield the operator from sun while in loader mode.
Available as an option on the 310 G-Tier backhoe, and standard on all P-Tier models, an updated toolbox on the outside of the machine provides additional storage. It also includes a new pressurized gas strut for ease of use and anti-corrosion hardware for longevity.
These new backhoe features, coupled with recent updates including Optional Heavy Lift and Pressure Compensated Load Sensing (PCLS) hydraulics on the 320, 410 and 710 P-Tier, make the newest John Deere backhoes a versatile machine on any jobsite.
