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John Deere 318 P-Tier

Configuration: Vertical-lift boom, base machine, 10 x 16.5 tires, standard-flow hydraulics, single-speed, foundry bucket for dimensions; Yanmar 4TNV86CHT EPA Final Tier 4.

22 sourced values · Sources: John Deere 318 P-Tier Skid Steer brochure/specifications MK318PAM (25-04), linked as "View Product Brochure" from deere.com/en-us product page https://www.deere.com/en-us/products-and-solutions/construction-equipment/skid-steers/318-p-tier-skid-steer-oduymfa (Deere asset library johndeere.widen.net). EPA FT4 column used. Retrieved 2026-10-25

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Dimension diagram

A B C D E F Side viewFront view Schematic, not to scale
AOverall length≈ 3,240 mm
BOverall height≈ 1,960 mm
CWheelbase≈ 1,050 mm
DGround clearance≈ 180 mm
EOverall width≈ 1,600 mm
FTrack gauge / treadNot published

Weights

SpecValueSource
Operating weight2,970 kg
Published: 2,970 kg
John Deere 318 P-Tier Skid Steer brochure/specifications MK318PAM (25-04), linked as "View Product Brochure" from deere.com/en-us product page https://www.deere.com/en-us/products-and-solutions/construction-equipment/skid-steers/318-p-tier-skid-steer-oduymfa (Deere asset library johndeere.widen.net). EPA FT4 column used. Retrieved 2026-10-25
Base machine (6,542 lb).

Dimensions

SpecValueSource
Overall length≈ 3,240 mm
Published: 3.24 m
John Deere 318 P-Tier Skid Steer brochure/specifications MK318PAM (25-04), linked as "View Product Brochure" from deere.com/en-us product page https://www.deere.com/en-us/products-and-solutions/construction-equipment/skid-steers/318-p-tier-skid-steer-oduymfa (Deere asset library johndeere.widen.net). EPA FT4 column used. Retrieved 2026-10-25
Dimension B, with foundry bucket. Without bucket 2.63 m.
Overall width≈ 1,600 mm
Published: 1.6 m
John Deere 318 P-Tier Skid Steer brochure/specifications MK318PAM (25-04), linked as "View Product Brochure" from deere.com/en-us product page https://www.deere.com/en-us/products-and-solutions/construction-equipment/skid-steers/318-p-tier-skid-steer-oduymfa (Deere asset library johndeere.widen.net). EPA FT4 column used. Retrieved 2026-10-25
Dimension C, without bucket, Camso SKS 10 x 16.5 tires.
Overall height≈ 1,960 mm
Published: 1.96 m
John Deere 318 P-Tier Skid Steer brochure/specifications MK318PAM (25-04), linked as "View Product Brochure" from deere.com/en-us product page https://www.deere.com/en-us/products-and-solutions/construction-equipment/skid-steers/318-p-tier-skid-steer-oduymfa (Deere asset library johndeere.widen.net). EPA FT4 column used. Retrieved 2026-10-25
Dimension D, height to top of ROPS.
Wheelbase≈ 1,050 mm
Published: 1.05 m
John Deere 318 P-Tier Skid Steer brochure/specifications MK318PAM (25-04), linked as "View Product Brochure" from deere.com/en-us product page https://www.deere.com/en-us/products-and-solutions/construction-equipment/skid-steers/318-p-tier-skid-steer-oduymfa (Deere asset library johndeere.widen.net). EPA FT4 column used. Retrieved 2026-10-25
Dimension H.
Track gauge / treadNot publishedJohn Deere 318 P-Tier Skid Steer brochure/specifications MK318PAM (25-04), linked as "View Product Brochure" from deere.com/en-us product page https://www.deere.com/en-us/products-and-solutions/construction-equipment/skid-steers/318-p-tier-skid-steer-oduymfa (Deere asset library johndeere.widen.net). EPA FT4 column used. Retrieved 2026-10-25
Tread width not published.
Ground clearance≈ 180 mm
Published: 0.18 m
John Deere 318 P-Tier Skid Steer brochure/specifications MK318PAM (25-04), linked as "View Product Brochure" from deere.com/en-us product page https://www.deere.com/en-us/products-and-solutions/construction-equipment/skid-steers/318-p-tier-skid-steer-oduymfa (Deere asset library johndeere.widen.net). EPA FT4 column used. Retrieved 2026-10-25
Dimension I.

Undercarriage / tires

SpecValueSource
Undercarriage typeWheeled, skid-steer (chain drive)
Published: Wheeled, skid-steer (chain drive)
John Deere 318 P-Tier Skid Steer brochure/specifications MK318PAM (25-04), linked as "View Product Brochure" from deere.com/en-us product page https://www.deere.com/en-us/products-and-solutions/construction-equipment/skid-steers/318-p-tier-skid-steer-oduymfa (Deere asset library johndeere.widen.net). EPA FT4 column used. Retrieved 2026-10-25
Vertical-lift boom.
Number of axles2
Published: 2
John Deere 318 P-Tier Skid Steer brochure/specifications MK318PAM (25-04), linked as "View Product Brochure" from deere.com/en-us product page https://www.deere.com/en-us/products-and-solutions/construction-equipment/skid-steers/318-p-tier-skid-steer-oduymfa (Deere asset library johndeere.widen.net). EPA FT4 column used. Retrieved 2026-10-25
Wheels (count)4
Published: 4
John Deere 318 P-Tier Skid Steer brochure/specifications MK318PAM (25-04), linked as "View Product Brochure" from deere.com/en-us product page https://www.deere.com/en-us/products-and-solutions/construction-equipment/skid-steers/318-p-tier-skid-steer-oduymfa (Deere asset library johndeere.widen.net). EPA FT4 column used. Retrieved 2026-10-25
Tire size10 x 16.5
Published: 10 x 16.5
John Deere 318 P-Tier Skid Steer brochure/specifications MK318PAM (25-04), linked as "View Product Brochure" from deere.com/en-us product page https://www.deere.com/en-us/products-and-solutions/construction-equipment/skid-steers/318-p-tier-skid-steer-oduymfa (Deere asset library johndeere.widen.net). EPA FT4 column used. Retrieved 2026-10-25
Standard tire size.

Axle loads

SpecValueSource
Axle load, front (unladen/operating)Not publishedJohn Deere 318 P-Tier Skid Steer brochure/specifications MK318PAM (25-04), linked as "View Product Brochure" from deere.com/en-us product page https://www.deere.com/en-us/products-and-solutions/construction-equipment/skid-steers/318-p-tier-skid-steer-oduymfa (Deere asset library johndeere.widen.net). EPA FT4 column used. Retrieved 2026-10-25
Not published in this document.
Axle load, rear (unladen/operating)Not publishedJohn Deere 318 P-Tier Skid Steer brochure/specifications MK318PAM (25-04), linked as "View Product Brochure" from deere.com/en-us product page https://www.deere.com/en-us/products-and-solutions/construction-equipment/skid-steers/318-p-tier-skid-steer-oduymfa (Deere asset library johndeere.widen.net). EPA FT4 column used. Retrieved 2026-10-25
Not published in this document.

Engine

SpecValueSource
Engine modelYanmar 4TNV86CHT
Published: Yanmar 4TNV86CHT
John Deere 318 P-Tier Skid Steer brochure/specifications MK318PAM (25-04), linked as "View Product Brochure" from deere.com/en-us product page https://www.deere.com/en-us/products-and-solutions/construction-equipment/skid-steers/318-p-tier-skid-steer-oduymfa (Deere asset library johndeere.widen.net). EPA FT4 column used. Retrieved 2026-10-25
Turbocharged; EPA Final Tier 4. A 4TNV86HT UN R96 version is listed for other markets.
Net power45.6 kW
Published: 45.6 kW
John Deere 318 P-Tier Skid Steer brochure/specifications MK318PAM (25-04), linked as "View Product Brochure" from deere.com/en-us product page https://www.deere.com/en-us/products-and-solutions/construction-equipment/skid-steers/318-p-tier-skid-steer-oduymfa (Deere asset library johndeere.widen.net). EPA FT4 column used. Retrieved 2026-10-25
SAE J1349/ISO 9249 at 2,600 rpm (61 hp).
Gross power48.5 kW
Published: 48.5 kW
John Deere 318 P-Tier Skid Steer brochure/specifications MK318PAM (25-04), linked as "View Product Brochure" from deere.com/en-us product page https://www.deere.com/en-us/products-and-solutions/construction-equipment/skid-steers/318-p-tier-skid-steer-oduymfa (Deere asset library johndeere.widen.net). EPA FT4 column used. Retrieved 2026-10-25
Gross rated power ISO 14396 at 2,600 rpm (65 hp).
Displacement2.1 L
Published: 2.1 L
John Deere 318 P-Tier Skid Steer brochure/specifications MK318PAM (25-04), linked as "View Product Brochure" from deere.com/en-us product page https://www.deere.com/en-us/products-and-solutions/construction-equipment/skid-steers/318-p-tier-skid-steer-oduymfa (Deere asset library johndeere.widen.net). EPA FT4 column used. Retrieved 2026-10-25
128 cu. in.
Rated speed2,600 rpm
Published: 2,600 rpm
John Deere 318 P-Tier Skid Steer brochure/specifications MK318PAM (25-04), linked as "View Product Brochure" from deere.com/en-us product page https://www.deere.com/en-us/products-and-solutions/construction-equipment/skid-steers/318-p-tier-skid-steer-oduymfa (Deere asset library johndeere.widen.net). EPA FT4 column used. Retrieved 2026-10-25
Rated engine speed.

Hydraulics

SpecValueSource
Pump / aux flow63 L/min
Published: 63 L/min
John Deere 318 P-Tier Skid Steer brochure/specifications MK318PAM (25-04), linked as "View Product Brochure" from deere.com/en-us product page https://www.deere.com/en-us/products-and-solutions/construction-equipment/skid-steers/318-p-tier-skid-steer-oduymfa (Deere asset library johndeere.widen.net). EPA FT4 column used. Retrieved 2026-10-25
Standard pump flow, maximum (17 gpm).
System / relief pressure≈ 23.8 MPa
Published: 23,787 kPa
John Deere 318 P-Tier Skid Steer brochure/specifications MK318PAM (25-04), linked as "View Product Brochure" from deere.com/en-us product page https://www.deere.com/en-us/products-and-solutions/construction-equipment/skid-steers/318-p-tier-skid-steer-oduymfa (Deere asset library johndeere.widen.net). EPA FT4 column used. Retrieved 2026-10-25
System pressure at couplers (3,450 psi).

Performance

SpecValueSource
Rated / lift capacity883 kg
Published: 883 kg
John Deere 318 P-Tier Skid Steer brochure/specifications MK318PAM (25-04), linked as "View Product Brochure" from deere.com/en-us product page https://www.deere.com/en-us/products-and-solutions/construction-equipment/skid-steers/318-p-tier-skid-steer-oduymfa (Deere asset library johndeere.widen.net). EPA FT4 column used. Retrieved 2026-10-25
SAE rated operating capacity (1,945 lb). With counterweight 951 kg.
Tipping load1,766 kg
Published: 1,766 kg
John Deere 318 P-Tier Skid Steer brochure/specifications MK318PAM (25-04), linked as "View Product Brochure" from deere.com/en-us product page https://www.deere.com/en-us/products-and-solutions/construction-equipment/skid-steers/318-p-tier-skid-steer-oduymfa (Deere asset library johndeere.widen.net). EPA FT4 column used. Retrieved 2026-10-25
3,890 lb.
Lift / hinge-pin height≈ 3,050 mm
Published: 3.05 m
John Deere 318 P-Tier Skid Steer brochure/specifications MK318PAM (25-04), linked as "View Product Brochure" from deere.com/en-us product page https://www.deere.com/en-us/products-and-solutions/construction-equipment/skid-steers/318-p-tier-skid-steer-oduymfa (Deere asset library johndeere.widen.net). EPA FT4 column used. Retrieved 2026-10-25
Dimension E, height to hinge pin. Dump height with foundry bucket 2.40 m.
Breakout / digging force≈ 26.7 kN
Published: 6,000 lbf
John Deere 318 P-Tier Skid Steer brochure/specifications MK318PAM (25-04), linked as "View Product Brochure" from deere.com/en-us product page https://www.deere.com/en-us/products-and-solutions/construction-equipment/skid-steers/318-p-tier-skid-steer-oduymfa (Deere asset library johndeere.widen.net). EPA FT4 column used. Retrieved 2026-10-25
Bucket breakout with foundry bucket, printed as 2724 kg (6,000 lb). With construction bucket 1930 kg. Boom 2384 kg.
Max travel speed11.1 km/h
Published: 11.1 km/h
John Deere 318 P-Tier Skid Steer brochure/specifications MK318PAM (25-04), linked as "View Product Brochure" from deere.com/en-us product page https://www.deere.com/en-us/products-and-solutions/construction-equipment/skid-steers/318-p-tier-skid-steer-oduymfa (Deere asset library johndeere.widen.net). EPA FT4 column used. Retrieved 2026-10-25
Single speed (6.9 mph). Optional 2-speed high 16.3 km/h.

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