John Deere 50D Compact & Mini (Tracked) Excavators

John Deere 50D

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General overview

John Deere 50D is a compact excavator for construction and site development work. With an operating weight of 4,730 kg (10,430 lb) and engine power of 29 kW (39 hp), the John Deere 50D is sized for digging, trenching, and general earthmoving in restricted work areas.

It is powered by a Yanmar 4TNV88 four-cylinder engine with 2 L displacement and net power of 29 kW (39 hp). Working figures include a maximum digging depth of 3,860 mm (12 ft 8 in), maximum reach at ground level of 5,791 mm (19 ft), maximum cutting height of 6,020 mm (19 ft 9 in), and maximum loading height of 4,330 mm (14 ft 2 in). A tail swing radius of 1,000 mm (3 ft 3 in), maximum rated flow of 125 L/min (33 gpm), and ground pressure of 30 kPa (4.35 psi) further define its operating profile.

Year

2005

Country of manufacturing

United States

General specifications

Dimensions

Length

Height

Width

5,486 mm

~216 in

2,530 mm

~99.6 in

2,000 mm

~78.7 in

Engine Power

39 hp

Displacement

2 cu(m)

Fuel tank

70 L

Number of Cylinders

4

Operating Weight

4,730 kg

Maximum Rated Flow

125 L/min

Hydraulic Capacity

82 L

Engine Model

Yanmar 4TNV88

Maximum Travel Speed - Low

4 km/h

Hydraulic System - Including Tank

82 L

Tail Swing Radius

1,000 mm

Maximum Digging Depth

3,860 mm

Maximum Reach at Ground Level

5,791 mm

Maximum Cutting Height

6,020 mm

Maximum Loading Height

4,330 mm

Net Power (ISO 9249)

39 hp

Additional specifications

Rated power

28.4 kW

Reference Bucket Capacity

0.16 cu(m)

Ground Pressure

30 kPa

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5486 mm × 2000 mm × 2530 mm

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The supplied specifications list 29.1 kW (39 hp) of engine power, a 4,730 kg (10,428 lb) operating weight, 3,860 mm (152 in) maximum digging depth, and 125 L/min (33 gpm) maximum rated hydraulic flow.

The 50D uses a Yanmar 4TNV88 engine with 4 cylinders.

The 50D has 39 hp (29.1 kW) of engine power. Its net power under ISO 9249 is also listed as 29.1 kW (39 hp).

The supplied data does not confirm the fuel type. It lists a fuel tank capacity of 70 L (18.5 US gal).

The supplied data does not identify specific job applications. Its listed capabilities include 3,860 mm (152 in) maximum digging depth, 5,791 mm (228 in) maximum reach at ground level, and 4,330 mm (170.5 in) maximum loading height.

The supplied data does not provide an expected service life. Assess maintenance records, operating hours, structural condition, hydraulic performance, engine condition, and undercarriage wear when evaluating a machine.

Check maintenance records, operating hours, engine starting and operation, hydraulic leaks and function, boom and arm wear, bucket linkage, tracks or undercarriage, swing operation, controls, and structural damage. Verify that the machine’s condition matches its listed configuration.