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John Deere 948L-II vs Ponsse Elephant King

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 Elephant King
Ponsse Ponsse Elephant King
Operating weight ——
Engine power 200 kW (268 hp)—
Engine power ≈200 kW (268 hp)—
Type Grapple skidder—
Load capacity —≈20,000 kg (44,100 lb)
Wheels —8
Strengths
  • + Powerful
  • + Durable
  • + Huge payload
  • + Stable
Watch-outs
  • − Used in full-tree systems only
  • − Heavy on soft ground without tracks
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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.