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John Deere 260 P-Tier
Configuration: 6x6, standard equipment, 23.5R25 tires, no tailgate; EPA Final Tier 4/EU Stage V.
22 sourced values · Sources: John Deere 260 P-Tier Articulated Dump Truck brochure/specifications MT260PAU (25-04). Retrieved 2026-10-25
Dimension diagram
| A | Overall length | ≈ 9,740 mm |
| B | Overall height | ≈ 3,660 mm |
| C | Wheelbase | Not published |
| D | Ground clearance | ≈ 490 mm |
| E | Overall width | ≈ 2,870 mm |
| F | Track gauge / tread | ≈ 2,280 mm |
Weights
| Spec | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 22,494 kg | Published: 22,494 kg John Deere 260 P-Tier Articulated Dump Truck brochure/specifications MT260PAU (25-04). Retrieved 2026-10-25Empty, with standard equipment. |
| Max gross (laden) weight | 46,686 kg | Published: 46,686 kg John Deere 260 P-Tier Articulated Dump Truck brochure/specifications MT260PAU (25-04). Retrieved 2026-10-25Total loaded weight. |
Dimensions
Undercarriage / tires
| Spec | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Undercarriage type | Wheeled, articulated 6x6 | Published: Wheeled, articulated 6x6 John Deere 260 P-Tier Articulated Dump Truck brochure/specifications MT260PAU (25-04). Retrieved 2026-10-25Rear bogie: load-equalizing pivoting walking beams. |
| Number of axles | 3 | Published: 3 John Deere 260 P-Tier Articulated Dump Truck brochure/specifications MT260PAU (25-04). Retrieved 2026-10-25 |
| Wheels (count) | 6 | Published: 6 John Deere 260 P-Tier Articulated Dump Truck brochure/specifications MT260PAU (25-04). Retrieved 2026-10-25 |
| Tire size | 23.5R25 | Published: 23.5R25 John Deere 260 P-Tier Articulated Dump Truck brochure/specifications MT260PAU (25-04). Retrieved 2026-10-25Radial earthmover standard; 750/65R25 optional. |
Ground pressure
| Spec | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Ground pressure | Not published | John Deere 260 P-Tier Articulated Dump Truck brochure/specifications MT260PAU (25-04). Retrieved 2026-10-25 Not published in this document. |
| Ground pressure, loaded (highest axle) | Not published | John Deere 260 P-Tier Articulated Dump Truck brochure/specifications MT260PAU (25-04). Retrieved 2026-10-25 Not published in this document. |
Axle loads
| Spec | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Axle load, front (unladen/operating) | 12,600 kg | Published: 12,600 kg John Deere 260 P-Tier Articulated Dump Truck brochure/specifications MT260PAU (25-04). Retrieved 2026-10-25Empty. |
| Axle load, rear (unladen/operating) | 4,947 kg | Published: 4,947 kg John Deere 260 P-Tier Articulated Dump Truck brochure/specifications MT260PAU (25-04). Retrieved 2026-10-25Empty, rear axle. Middle axle also 4947 kg. |
| Axle load, front (laden/max) | 15,842 kg | Published: 15,842 kg John Deere 260 P-Tier Articulated Dump Truck brochure/specifications MT260PAU (25-04). Retrieved 2026-10-25 |
| Axle load, rear (laden/max) | 15,422 kg | Published: 15,422 kg John Deere 260 P-Tier Articulated Dump Truck brochure/specifications MT260PAU (25-04). Retrieved 2026-10-25Rear axle loaded. Middle axle also 15422 kg. |
Engine
| Spec | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Engine model | John Deere PowerTech PSS 6090 | Published: John Deere PowerTech PSS 6090 John Deere 260 P-Tier Articulated Dump Truck brochure/specifications MT260PAU (25-04). Retrieved 2026-10-25EPA Final Tier 4/EU Stage V. |
| Net power | 239 kW | Published: 239 kW John Deere 260 P-Tier Articulated Dump Truck brochure/specifications MT260PAU (25-04). Retrieved 2026-10-25Net peak power ISO 9249 at 1,900 rpm. Net peak torque 1550 Nm at 1,400 rpm. |
| Gross power | Not captured | — |
| Displacement | 9 L | Published: 9 L John Deere 260 P-Tier Articulated Dump Truck brochure/specifications MT260PAU (25-04). Retrieved 2026-10-25 |
| Rated speed | Not captured | — |
Hydraulics
| Spec | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Pump / aux flow | Not published | John Deere 260 P-Tier Articulated Dump Truck brochure/specifications MT260PAU (25-04). Retrieved 2026-10-25 Not published (PCLS variable-displacement pump; no flow figure). |
| System / relief pressure | Not published | John Deere 260 P-Tier Articulated Dump Truck brochure/specifications MT260PAU (25-04). Retrieved 2026-10-25 Not published in this document. |
Performance
| Spec | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Max travel speed | 55 km/h | Published: 55 km/h John Deere 260 P-Tier Articulated Dump Truck brochure/specifications MT260PAU (25-04). Retrieved 2026-10-25Gear 8 forward (34.2 mph). |
| Rated payload | 24,192 kg | Published: 24,192 kg John Deere 260 P-Tier Articulated Dump Truck brochure/specifications MT260PAU (25-04). Retrieved 2026-10-25Rated payload. |
| Body capacity (heaped) | 15 m³ | Published: 15 m³ John Deere 260 P-Tier Articulated Dump Truck brochure/specifications MT260PAU (25-04). Retrieved 2026-10-25Heaped 2:1 ISO 6483. Struck 11.7 m³. |
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| Brand | Model | Operating weight |
|---|---|---|
| Volvo | A25 | 23,000 kg |
| Caterpillar | 725 | 23,110 kg |
| Develon | DA30-7 | 23,300 kg |
| Caterpillar | 730 | 23,510 kg |
| Volvo | A30G | 23,600 kg |
| Liebherr | TA 230 Litronic | ≈ 24,585 kg |
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