26 tonne Tier 3 hydraulic excavator built for outstanding durability and simple operation

  • Net Power: 143 kW (192 hp)
  • Max Digging Depth: 7.16 m (23 ft. 6 in.)
  • Operating Weight: 26,300 kg (57,982 lb.)

JOHN DEERE MID-SIZE EXCAVATORS

Explore the key benefits and features of the range

John Deere Hydraulic Excavators

Across the range, John Deere mid-size excavators have your most important expectations covered; solid construction, robust engineering, power and productivity, uncomplicated maintenance, and operator comfort.

From the 14 tonne E140 to the 40 tonne E400, our range of hydraulic excavators deliver the reliability you expect from John Deere, offering intelligence where its needed for power and productivity, and simplicity at the controls for intuitive and safe operation.

At the heart of every John Deere excavator is a robust hydraulic system with optimised routing for protection and easy repairs, and auto pressure-boost to provide extra hydraulic power when needed.

JOHN DEERE

E260LC Excavator Features


Effortless performance and capability

  • Four power modes and three work modes deliver the right power and response for the workload.
  • Auto pressure-boost provides extra hydraulic power when needed, while additional auxiliary hydraulic capability and expanded bucket options offer the best tool for the task.
  • A wide selection of custom-profile buckets with different taper angles, capacities, and widths can be tailored to applications.
  • Built for durability with rigid side shields and sheet metal to resist dents, steel ribs that help safeguard the arm when curling the bucket, and steel collars to protect vulnerable grease points in tough environments.

Reliable and fuel efficient PowerTech engine

  • PowerTech or PowerTech Plus 6.8 litre, 6-cylinder, 143 kW (192 hp)
  • John Deere PowerTech Plus diesel engines feature replaceable wet-sleeve cylinder liners that resist wear and dissipate heat more evenly, for longer life.
  • Auto-idle automatically reduces engine speed when hydraulics aren’t in use, limiting fuel burn and engine wear.
  • Cool-on-demand hydraulic-driven, suction-type fan with remote-mounted drive, or standard hydraulically controlled reversing fan that can be set to designated intervals or activated manually as needed to back-blow cooler cores for cleaning.

Serviceability and maintenance made easy

  • Grouped service points make it easy to swiftly perform daily checks and maintenance lubrication.
  • JDLink™ telematics provides realtime utilisation data and alerts to help you maximise productivity and efficiency while minimising downtime.
  • Remote diagnostics enable your dealer to monitor your machine’s health and react quickly to alerts, often before you even know there is a problem.
  • An optional trash screen blocks dust, leaves, and other debris from entering the system is also simple to maintain.

Redesigned cab for optimal operator comfort

  • New seven-inch, easy-to-read touch-screen monitor provides quick access to machine features, functions and diagnostics.
  • Sealed-switch module touch pad keeps out dust, moisture, and debris. Eliminating traditional rocker switches means no unsealed connections and moving parts, for more durability.
  • Foot pedals, travel levers, and joysticks have been optimally repositioned for simple, intuitive operation.
  • Short-throw low-effort pilot levers are smooth and predictable, delivering precise, quick response when grading or levelling.

As seen on Instagram

E260 digging into natural rock in a Queensland quarry. 🪨

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