John Deere will unveil new E-DRIVE and E-POWER machines at CONEXPO/CON-AGG 2023

John Deere will showcase a variety of building solutions with alternative power options at CONEXPO/CON-AGG 2023, providing customers with innovative and environmentally friendly industry-trusted equipment.

As we continue to introduce battery electric and electric hybrid solutions to the market, we are not merely designing a new way to fuel your fleet. "We are also focused on building power infrastructure through innovative and forward-looking technologies," said Ryan Campbell, President of Global Construction, Forestry and Power Systems.

John Deere will unveil new E-DRIVE and E-POWER machines at CONEXPO/CON-AGG 2023

The 944 X-Tier wheel loader was renamed from the 944K Hybrid to align with John Deere's performance classification strategy

This means that we need to redouble our efforts to provide customers with the best dealer support, on-site work data and charging solutions to increase the power supply in the global construction sector.

John Deere offers power options that meet the diverse needs of customers and will provide E-Power machines that adopt the Kreisel Electric battery solution. The E-Drive machine offers hybrid power solutions, equipped with an electrified powertrain system that uses the engine as the main power source.

Furthermore, according to the company, compared with traditional models, the E-Drive machine can achieve better fuel economy, longer lifespan of powertrain components and stronger working driving force.

John Deere's electrification/hybrid journey began in 2013 when the 644K hybrid wheel loader was launched, which has since evolved into today's 644 X-Tier. The 644 X-Tier is renowned for its powerful performance that combines the E-Drive and Power Shift transmission systems.

In addition, the 944 X-Tier wheel loader was renamed from the 944K Hybrid to align with John Deere's performance grading strategy. The John Deere E-Drive machine has accumulated over 3 million hours of customer service since entering the market, which is based on customer experience and field-proven electrical technology.

Other new E-Drive machines on display at the exhibition are the 850 X-Tier bulldozer, which has recently been upgraded from the 850L model and can offer customers multiple operation modes to customize performance and fuel consumption according to their specific on-site operation requirements.

The less complex transmission system powers each track through an electric motor to maintain the mobility and controllability of the traditional hydrostatic John Deere bulldozer.

Finally, the 744 X-Tier E-Drive wheel loader equipped with an electric variable transmission can offer improved performance and higher fuel efficiency.

In 2021, John Deere tested and demonstrated the 310 X-Tier E-Power electric backhoe. E-Power technology offers lower daily operating costs, less noise at the workplace and zero exhaust emissions.

In 2023, the 310 X-Tier E-Power backhoe model will enter the next development stage and will be continuously improved based on customer feedback.

The 145 X-Tier E-Power excavator concept, which was previously showcased at the 2023 Consumer Electronics Show, will also be exhibited, as will the battery-electric 244 X-Tier compact wheel loader.

John Diel is still developing electrification infrastructure solutions to address the energy replenishment challenges faced by battery electric vehicles in off-road production environments. John Deere's electrification ecosystem will offer a wide range of solutions to meet the needs of charging, data and connectivity, machine support and financial services.

The charging ecosystem will include a series of solutions for night and fast charging. All John Deere machines and charging stations will use a universal vehicle-style charging connection, which helps simplify the charging process of electrical equipment. In addition, John Deere is developing new features, such as an operation center specifically for battery power equipment, to help customers remotely monitor usage and manage work, while charging their devices with peace of mind and ease.

"As a leader in the construction industry, John Deere is committed to helping reduce its contribution to climate change and has a unique advantage in providing economic and sustainable value to customers through advanced technologies and solutions," Campbell said.

By 2026, John Deere aims to provide its customers with a wide range of electric construction equipment solutions, including over 20 electric and hybrid models, to help reduce the carbon footprint of the construction industry. Starting with nine electric or hybrid vehicles from John Deere and Wirtgen, the group's machinery was on display at this year's CONEXPO/CON-AGG.