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John Deere 948L-II vs Ponsse Beaver

Beyond the numbers, compare local dealer support, parts availability and resale value for John Deere and Ponsse in your region: over the life of a machine they often matter more than small specification differences.

John Deere 948L-II forestry machine
John Deere John Deere 948L-II
Ponsse Beaver
Ponsse Ponsse Beaver
Operating weight ——
Engine power 200 kW (268 hp)—
Engine power ≈200 kW (268 hp)—
Type Grapple skidder—
Wheels —4
Application —Thinning
Strengths
  • + Powerful
  • + Durable
  • + Agile in dense stands
  • + Low ground damage
Watch-outs
  • − Used in full-tree systems only
  • − Limited for large trees
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Specifications are typical figures for standard configurations and may be measured differently by each manufacturer (for example net vs gross power). Always confirm with the manufacturer or dealer. Build another comparison.