John Deere launched the next generation of three of its P-Tier wheel loaders: the 524 P-Tier, 544 P-Tier and 624 P-Tier.
The updated models are outfitted with enhanced technology and job readiness features that empower contractors to do more with less, support safety and help decrease operating costs, according to Deere.
“With the latest updates to the P-Tier wheel loaders, we’re delivering more than just performance,” says Katie Voelliger, product marketing manager at John Deere. “When operators arrive at the jobsite, they know their machines are ready to work. Thanks to simplified routine maintenance, they spend less time on prep and more time on the task at hand. We focused on the details that give our customers a competitive advantage on the jobsite.”
The next generation P-Tier wheel loaders feature an integrated suite of smart systems that simplify maintenance and aid in getting machines ready to run, Deere says. With advanced on-board diagnostics, including daily fluid checks, fluid loss detection and battery health monitoring, operators can manage uptime with confidence.
Redesigned rear hoods, grilles and cab roofs eliminate the need to climb on the machine for maintenance, the company says, while side-access planes simplify cleaning of the condenser and radiator. The relocated axle cooling system is easier to access and maintain, and a reverse fan clears debris out through the side doors, designed to minimize buildup beneath the machine. Additionally, the rear door opens independently of the sides, making daily maintenance more convenient.
Inside the cab, operators will benefit from the new primary display, a 7-in. touchscreen that offers a larger interface and intuitive navigation that enhances operator focus and simplifies operation, Deere says. This display enables a new in-base rear camera view and supports the ability to run two applications simultaneously, including the backup camera. Also, physical buttons have been removed from the display face to enhance user experience, while key machine functions remain easily accessible.
To further boost jobsite performance, the P-Tier models can now be equipped with SmartDetect from the factory. The camera-based system enhances operator awareness by detecting objects and people near the machine, providing visual and audible alerts on the in-cab display. Combining cameras, radar and machine learning, Deere says SmartDetect aids in improving situational awareness and productivity on the jobsite.
Lastly, to support greater material handling efficiency, the new P-Tier wheel loaders are available with new high-strength steel buckets featuring extended lips. These redesigned buckets increase material holding capacity by approximately five percent, according to the company, allowing customers to move more material per pass and finish jobs more quickly.
