John Deere 750L
Deere’s 17–18 tonne L-Series dozer
The John Deere 750L is a 17.0–18.2 tonne crawler dozer with 131 kW (175 hp) net — about 6% more than the 750K — dual-path hydrostatic drive and a 4.3 m³ blade. Specs, rivals and buying advice.
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+Strengths
- About 6% more power than the 750K
- Dual-path hydrostatic
- L-Series cab and visibility
- SmartGrade and grade guidance options
−Watch-outs
- Mainly a North American machine
The John Deere 750L in 30 seconds
- What it is: a 17.0–18.2 tonne crawler dozer.
- Power: 131 kW (175 hp) net.
- Blade: 4.3 m³, 3.27 m wide.
- Why buy it: productive mid-size dozer with Deere support and SmartGrade options.
Overview
The 750L launched with the 700L around 2019. Dealers note it has about 6% more horsepower than the 750K it replaced. Its dual-path hydrostatic drive powers each track independently for full-power turns.
John Deere crawler dozers compared
Deere's crawler dozers use dual-path hydrostatic drives, which let each track be powered independently for full-power turns. Figures from Deere and dealer specifications:
| Model | Net power | Operating weight | Blade capacity |
|---|---|---|---|
| John Deere 550K | 69 kW (92 hp) | 8.9–9.4 t | — |
| John Deere 700L | 101 kW (135 hp) | 14.0–14.6 t | ≈3.6 m³ |
| John Deere 750L | 131 kW (175 hp) | 17.0–18.2 t | 4.3 m³ |
| John Deere 850L | 168 kW (225 hp) | 21.6–23.3 t | ≈4.5 m³ |
Typical applications
Site development, road building, landfill, pipeline and agricultural earthworks.
Buying tips
Check undercarriage, hydrostatic pumps and motors, final drives, blade, SmartGrade calibration and JDLink data. See how to buy a used bulldozer.
750L vs rivals
| Rival | Comparison |
|---|---|
| Cat D5 | 170 hp, automatic 3-speed |
| Komatsu D61EXi-24 | 168 hp, factory iMC |
| CASE 1650M | 164 hp |
| Liebherr PR 716 | Hydrostatic |
Verdict
A strong mid-size dozer for contractors in Deere's dealer territory.
John Deere 750L specifications
Key figures
| Operating weight | 17,041–18,162 kg (37,569–40,040 lb) |
|---|---|
| Net power | 131 kW (175 hp) |
| Blade capacity | 4.3 m³ (5.6 yd³) |
| Blade width | 3.27 m (10 ft 9 in) |
| Blade tilt / dig depth | 681 mm / 594 mm (23.4 in) |
| Drive | Dual-path hydrostatic |
| Track on ground | 2.60–3.09 m, by track option |
Figures are typical for standard configurations as published by John Deere. Values vary by market, emissions tier, attachments and options; confirm with your dealer before purchase, transport or lifting.
John Deere 750L vs rivals: specs side by side
Headline figures for standard configurations; “—” means the figure is not listed in our database.
| Specification | John Deere 750L | Caterpillar D5 | Komatsu D61EXi-24 | CASE 1650M | Liebherr PR 716 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Type | Bulldozer | Bulldozer | Bulldozer | Bulldozer | Bulldozer |
| Operating weight | 17,041–18,162 kg (37,569–40,040 lb) | 17,180–19,170 kg (37,875–42,263 lb) | 18,640 kg (41,094 lb) | 17,353 kg (38,256 lb) | ≈14–16 t (≈15,200 kg reported for a 2021 machine) |
| Net power | 131 kW (175 hp) | 127 kW (170 hp) | 125 kW (168 hp) | — | — |
| Blade capacity | 4.3 m³ (5.6 yd³) | 3.5–4.3 m³ (4.6–5.6 yd³) | 3.37 m³ (4.41 yd³) | ≈4.05 m³ (5.3 yd³), 3.96 m wide (dealer data) | — |
| Drive | Dual-path hydrostatic | — | — | Hydrostatic | Hydrostatic |
John Deere 750L videos
Walkarounds and demonstrations from the manufacturer and independent channels. Videos load from YouTube only when you press play.
Frequently asked questions
How much does a John Deere 750L weigh?
17,041–18,162 kg (37,569–40,040 lb).
What is the 750L horsepower?
131 kW (175 hp) net.
What is the 750L blade capacity?
4.3 m³ (5.6 yd³).
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