Model John Deere 27D
Machine type Compact excavator
Net engine power 26.4 hp
Engine make / type Yanmar 3‑cylinder diesel
Operating weight ~6,000 lb (varies by configuration).
Maximum digging depth 8 ft 6 in.
Maximum digging reach 14 ft 1 in.
Maximum digging height 13 ft 7 in.
Hydraulic system Open‑center, two‑pump system with auxiliary hydraulics.
Fuel capacity Sized for full‑shift operation.
Travel speed Dual‑speed travel; site‑dependent top speed.
Overall width ~59 in with standard rubber tracks.
Tail swing / radius Zero‑tail‑swing design for tight‑space operation.