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John Deere 870 P-Tier

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Features

Operator Essentials

Front, in-cab view of P-Tier Motor Grader Dual Joystick controls and steering wheel

Modern cab features eight-inch touchscreen display, Automatic Temperature Control system, electrohydraulic (EH) controls with standard steering wheel, and centralized machine-function switches, all close at hand. Ergonomic heated/ventilated seat with adjustable armrests is designed for all-day comfort.

Flexible Machine Technology

Front right view of an 872P Motor Grader on a dirt lot in front of a warehouse

John Deere P-Tier Motor Graders feature flexible machine technology that can be upgraded at any time. From standard Cross Slope, SmartGrade™ Ready option, SmartGrade with Topcon and SmartGrade with Leica, customers have the flexibility to upgrade when the time is right.

Differentiating Automation

Front left close up of an 870P Motor Grader on dirt lot

The P-Tier option provides standard features such as cross slope, return to straight, Auto-Articulation, Blade Flip, Machine Presets, lever steering, and choice between fingertip or joystick controls. Optional features include Machine Damage Avoidance, Auto-Pass, and Intelligent Blade Control.

Specifications

Engine

Non-Road Emission StandardsEPA Final Tier 4 / EU Stage V
Manufacturer And ModelJohn Deere PowerTech™ PSS 9.0L
Cylinders6
Displacement 9 L
Displacement 548 cu in.
Net Engine Power Gear 1168 kW
Net Engine Power Gear 1225 hp
Net Engine Power Gear 2175 kW
Net Engine Power Gear 2235 hp
Net Engine Power Gear 3187 kW
Net Engine Power Gear 3250 hp
Net Engine Power Gear 4190 kW
Net Engine Power Gear 4255 hp
Net Engine Power Gear 5198 kW
Net Engine Power Gear 5265 hp
Net Engine Power Gear 6201 kW
Net Engine Power Gear 6270 hp
Net Engine Power Gear 7205 kW
Net Engine Power Gear 7275 hp
Net Engine Power Gear 8209 kW
Net Engine Power Gear 8280 hp
Net Peak Torque1430 Nm
Net Peak Torque1055 lb-ft
Net Torque Rise53 %
AspirationSeries turbo charging and charge air cooling
LubricationFull-flow spin-on filter and integral cooler
Air Cleaner With Restriction IndicatorDual element, dry

Powertrain

Transmission TypeDirect-Drive John Deere PowerShift Plus™, modulated shift-on-the-go, Event Based Shifting (EBS), inching pedal. Independent transmission reservoir with separate filtration and cooling system
Transmission Gears Forward8
Transmission Gears Reverse8
Maximum Travel SpeedsNo Tire Slip @ 2,180 rpm, 17.5-R25 Tires
Maximum Travel Speeds Gear 13.9 km/h
Maximum Travel Speeds Gear 12.4 mph
Maximum Travel Speeds Gear 25.6 km/h
Maximum Travel Speeds Gear 23.5 mph
Maximum Travel Speeds Gear 37.9 km/h
Maximum Travel Speeds Gear 34.9 mph
Maximum Travel Speeds Gear 410.9 km/h
Maximum Travel Speeds Gear 46.8 mph
Maximum Travel Speeds Gear 516.7 km/h
Maximum Travel Speeds Gear 510.4 mph
Maximum Travel Speeds Gear 623.3 km/h
Maximum Travel Speeds Gear 614.5 mph
Maximum Travel Speeds Gear 732.2 km/h
Maximum Travel Speeds Gear 720 mph
Maximum Travel Speeds Gear 845 km/h
Maximum Travel Speeds Gear 828 mph
Front AxleHeavy-duty welded fabrication
Front Axle Oscillation, Total32 degrees
Front Axle Wheel Lean Angle, Each Direction20 degrees
DifferentialsSpiral bevel; hydraulically actuated, clutch type can be applied on-the-go; selectable manual or automatic differential lock
Steering (All Models Include Steering Wheel)All-hydraulic power frame articulation for maneuverability and productivity; crab steering reduces side drift, positions tandems on firm ground and increases side slope stability. Return to straight control included on EH.
Turning Radius: Front Steer And Articulation7.21 m
Turning Radius: Front Steer And Articulation284 in.
Turning Radius: Front Steer And Articulation23.67 ft
Articulation (Both Right And Left)22 degrees
Final DrivesInboard-mounted planetary sealed in cooled, filtered oil
BrakesFoot-controlled, hydraulically operated, multiple wet-disk brakes sealed in pressurized, cooled, filtered oil, both independent systems effective on all four tandem wheels
Primary And Secondary BrakesHydraulically actuated, inboard of tandem pivot, self adjusting, sealed in cooled and filtered oil, multi-disk, (ISO 3450)
Parking BrakeAutomatically spring applied, hydraulically released, oil cooled, self adjusting, (ISO 3450)

Tire, Rim, And Fender Option Weights

17.5-R25, Radial, G2/L2 Snow43.5 kg
17.5-R25, Radial, G2/L2 Snow96 lb.
17.5-R25, Radial, G3/L3 General Purpose90 kg
17.5-R25, Radial, G3/L3 General Purpose198 lb.
550/65R25 XLD70 G3/L3 Radial, General Purpose444 kg
550/65R25 XLD70 G3/L3 Radial, General Purpose978 lb.
20.5-R25, Radial, L2 Snow414 kg
20.5-R25, Radial, L2 Snow913 lb.
20.5-R25, Radial, L2 General Purpose474 kg
20.5-R25, Radial, L2 General Purpose1045 lb.
One-Piece Rim 330 x 635 mm-201.4 kg
One-piece Rim 13 in. x 25 in.-444 lb.
Multi-Piece Rim 432 x 635 mm54.4 kg
Multi-Piece Rim 17 x 25 in.120 lb.
Front Fenders99 kg
Front Fenders218 lb.
Rear Fenders158 kg
Rear Fenders348 lb.

Option Weights

4.88-m x 686-mm x 25-mm Moldboards With 203-mm x 19-mm Cutting Edge And 19-mm Hardware137 kg
16-ft x 27-in. x 1-in. Moldboards With 8-in. x 3/4-in. Cutting Edge And 3/4-in. Hardware302 lb.
Extensions 686 mm Right Or Left120 kg
Extensions 27 in. Right Or Left265 lb.
Overlay End-Bits, Reversible (One Pair) For 152 mm Cutting Edge19.5 kg
Overlay End-Bits, Reversible (One Pair) For 6 in. Cutting Edge43 lb.
Overlay End-Bits, Reversible (One Pair) For 203 mm Cutting Edge23 kg
Overlay End-Bits, Reversible (One Pair) For 8 in. Cutting Edge51 lb.
Heavy-Duty Dual-Input Circle-Drive Gearbox14 kg
Heavy-Duty Dual-Input Circle-Drive Gearbox31 lb.
Circle Drive Slip Clutch9 kg
Circle Drive Slip Clutch20 lb.
Premium Circle255 kg
Premium Circle562 lb.
Moldboard Impact-Absorption System43 kg
Moldboard Impact-Absorption System95 lb.
Ripper/Scarifier, Rear Mounted With Hitch And Ripper Shanks (3)1139 kg
Ripper/Scarifier, Rear Mounted With Hitch And Ripper Shanks (3)2510 lb.
Scarifier Shanks With Teeth, 9 For Rear Ripper/Scarifier68 kg
Scarifier Shanks With Teeth, 9 For Rear Ripper/Scarifier150 lb.
Ripper Shanks and Teeth, 263 kg
Ripper Shanks and Teeth, 2139 lb.
Rear Counterweight With Integral Rear Hitch727 kg
Rear Counterweight With Integral Rear Hitch1603 lb.
Rear Hitch54.4 kg
Rear Hitch120 lb.
Push Block, Front1338 kg
Push Block, Front2950 lb.
Scarifier, Front Mounted With Teeth (5)831 kg
Scarifier, Front Mounted With Teeth (5)1833 lb.
Scarifier, Midmount With 11 Teeth1481 kg
Scarifier, Midmount With 11 Teeth3265 lb.
Front Lift Group (Balderson-Style)763 kg
Front Lift Group (Balderson-Style)1682 lb.
Front Dozer Blade1110 kg
Front Dozer Blade2447 lb.
Opening Front and Side Windows14.5 kg
Opening Front and Side Windows32 lb.
Premium Seat, Air Suspension, Heated, Adjustable Arm And Headrests13 kg
Premium Seat, Air Suspension, Heated, Adjustable Arm And Headrests28 lb.
Coolant Heater4 kg
Coolant Heater9 lb.
Quick Service11 kg
Quick Service24 lb.
Secondary Steering26 kg
Secondary Steering58 lb.
Fire Extinguisher14.5 kg
Fire Extinguisher32 lb.
Lighting Packages - 10 Halogen Lights4.5 kg
Lighting Packages - 10 Halogen Lights10 lb.
Lighting Packages - 18 Halogen Lights8 kg
Lighting Packages - 18 Halogen Lights18 lb.
Lighting Packages - 16 LED Premium with Front and Rear Extensions (EU/SV)28 kg
Lighting Packages - 16 LED Premium with Front and Rear Extensions (EU/SV)62 lb.
Lighting Packages - 18 LED Lights7 kg
Lighting Packages - 18 LED Lights16 lb.
High Front Light Bar For Snowplowing20 kg
High Front Light Bar For Snowplowing44 lb.
Auxiliary Hydraulic Control Valve Section And Controls7 kg
Auxiliary Hydraulic Control Valve Section And Controls15 lb.
Hydraulics For Front-Mounted Equipment9 kg
Hydraulics For Front-Mounted Equipment19 lb.

Wheels And Tires Option 2

Wheel Size550/65R25 on 432 mm (17 in.) Rim
Wheel Size Wheel Tread On Ground2.21 m
Wheel Size Wheel Tread On Ground87 in.
Wheel Size Overall Width2.82 m
Wheel Size Overall Width111 in.
Wheel Size Ground Clearance (Front Axle)612 mm
Wheel Size Ground Clearance (Front Axle)24.1 in.

Machine Dimensions

Height To Top Of Cab3.18 m
Height To Top Of Cab10.42 ft
Height To Top Of Exhaust3.1 m
Height To Top Of Exhaust10.08 ft
Height To Top Of Blade-Lift Cylinders3.05 m
Height To Top Of Blade-Lift Cylinders10 ft
Tandem Axle Spacing1.54 m
Tandem Axle Spacing5.08 ft
Blade Base2.53 m
Blade Base8.33 ft
Wheelbase 6.16 m
Wheelbase 20.25 ft
Overall Length8.89 m
Overall Length29.17 ft
Overall Length With Scarifier9.69 m
Overall Length With Scarifier31.75 ft
Overall Length With Pushblock And Ripper9.99 m
Overall Length With Pushblock And Ripper32.75 ft
Overall Length With Scarifier And Ripper10.59 m
Overall Length With Scarifier And Ripper34.75 ft
Overall Length with Front Mounted Blade and Ripper10.6 m
Overall Length with Front Mounted Blade and Ripper34.75 ft
Overall Width 17.5-R25 Tires2.64 m
Overall Width 17.5-R25 Tires104 ft
Overall Width 550/65R25 Tires2.82 m
Overall Width 550/65R25 Tires111 ft
Overall Width 20.5-R25 Tires2.8 m
Overall Width 20.5-R25 Tires110 ft

Scarifier

Front TypeV-type toolbar with 2 pitch positions and hydraulic float
Midmount TypeRadial linkage, with NeverGrease pin joints; V- Type manual three-pitch position with hydraulic float
Front Width Of Cut1.2 m
Front Width Of Cut48 in.
Front Width Of Cut4 ft
Midmount Width Of Cut1.19 m
Midmount Width Of Cut46.7 in.
Midmount Width Of Cut3.92 ft
Front Number Of Shanks/Teeth5
Front Number Of Shanks/Teeth (Maximum)9
Midmount Number Of Shanks/Teeth11
Front Lift Above Ground589 mm
Front Lift Above Ground23.2 in.
Midmount Lift Above Ground335 mm
Midmount Lift Above Ground13.2 in.
Front Maximum Depth335 mm
Front Maximum Depth (in.)13.2 in.
Midmount Maximum Depth325 mm
Midmount Maximum Depth12.8 in.
Front Shank Spacing146 mm
Front Shank Spacing5.75 in.
Midmount Shank Spacing117 mm
Midmount Shank Spacing4.6 in.
Front Shank Size (mm x mm)25 x 76
Front Shank Size (in. x in.)1 x 3
Midmount Shank Size (mm x mm)25 x 76
Midmount Shank Size (in. x in.)1 x 3

Wheels And Tires Option 1

Wheel Size17.5R25 on 356 mm (14 in.) Rim
Wheel Size Wheel Tread On Ground2.16 m
Wheel Size Wheel Tread On Ground85 in.
Wheel Size Overall Width2.64 m
Wheel Size Overall Width104 in.
Wheel Size Ground Clearance (Front Axle)587 mm
Wheel Size Ground Clearance (Front Axle)23.1 in.

Electrical

Voltage 24 V
Number Of Batteries2
Battery Capacity1400 CCA
Reserve Capacity440 min.
Amp Hour Rating224 amp-hr
Base Alternator Rating300 amp
Solid-State Load Center And Sealed Switch ModuleYes
LightsDriving Lights, two high- and two low-beam halogen headlights; front and rear LED turn signals and marker lights; LED brake and hazard warning lights

Operating Weights

Front 4573 kg
Front 10082 lb.
Rear 12541 kg
Rear 27647 lb.
Total 17114 kg
Total 37729 lb.

Blade Function

Blade TypeAll-hydraulic, industry standard lever placement of blade-function controls; includes float position; seven discrete saddle positions
Blade Range Lift Above Ground452 mm
Blade Range Lift Above Ground17.8 in.
Blade Range Lift Above Ground1.5 ft
Blade Range Blade Side Shift, Right Or Left683 mm
Blade Range Blade Side Shift, Right Or Left26.9 in.
Blade Range Blade Side Shift, Right Or Left2.25 ft
Pitch At Ground Line Forward42 degrees
Pitch At Ground Line Back5 degrees
Shoulder Reach Outside Wheels (Frame Straight), Right Or Left2329 mm
Shoulder Reach Outside Wheels (Frame Straight), Right Or Left91.7 in.
Shoulder Reach Outside Wheels (Frame Straight), Right Or Left7.67 ft
Bank Cut Angle, Right Or Left90 degrees

Mainframe

Mainframe TypesWelded box construction
Width, Minimum307 mm
Width, Minimum12.1 in.
Height, Minimum307 mm
Height, Minimum12.1 in.
Thickness, Side16 mm
Thickness, Side0.63 in.
Thickness, Top And Bottom Plate30 mm
Thickness, Top And Bottom Plate1.17 in.

Circle

Circle TypeWelded construction, heat treated, and machined for flatness
Standard Circle Diameter1524 mm
Standard Circle Diameter60 in.
Premium Circle Diameter1524 mm
Premium Circle Diameter60 in.
Standard Circle Rotation360 degrees
Premium Circle Rotation360 degrees
Standard Circle Rotation SurfaceQuick change bronze or nylon wear inserts
Premium Circle Rotation SurfaceSealed and lubricated roller element slewing bearing
Standard Circle Pinion/Ring Gear ConnectionAdjustable backlash and open for serviceability
Premium Circle Pinion/Ring Gear ConnectionNo adjustment, fully sealed and lubricated
Standard Circle DriveHydraulic motor and worm gear with positive lock
Premium Circle DriveHydraulic motor and worm gear with positive lock
Standard Circle Slip ClutchOption
Premium Circle Slip ClutchStandard
Standard Circle Circle Side Shift Right787 mm
Standard Circle Circle Side Shift Right31 in.
Premium Circle Circle Side Shift Right787 mm
Premium Circle Circle Side Shift Right31 in.
Standard Circle Circle Side Shift Left787 mm
Standard Circle Circle Side Shift Left31 in.
Premium Circle Circle Side Shift Left787 mm
Premium Circle Circle Side Shift Left31 in.

Wheels And Tires Option 3

Wheel Size20.5R25 on 432 mm (17 in.) Rim
Wheel Size Wheel Tread On Ground2.32 m
Wheel Size Wheel Tread On Ground92 in.
Wheel Size Overall Width2.8 m
Wheel Size Overall Width110 in.
Wheel Size Ground Clearance (Front Axle)640 mm
Wheel Size Ground Clearance (Front Axle)25.2 in.

Rear Ripper/Scarifier

TypeParallel linkage, with NeverGrease pin joints, hydraulic float, integrated hitch
Ripper Width Of Cut2.21 m
Ripper Width Of Cut87.2 in.
Ripper Width Of Cut (ft. in)7.25 ft
Scarifier Width Of Cut2.18 m
Scarifier Width Of Cut86 in.
Scarifier Width Of Cut7.17 ft
Ripper Number Of Shanks/Teeth3
Ripper Number Of Shanks/Teeth Maximum Capacity5
Scarifier Number Of Shanks/Teeth0
Scarifier Number Of Shanks/Teeth Maximum Capacity9
Ripper Lift Above Ground602 mm
Ripper Lift Above Ground23.7 in.
Scarifier Lift Above Ground810 mm
Scarifier Lift Above Ground31.9 in.
Ripper Maximum Depth426 mm
Ripper Maximum Depth16.8 in.
Scarifier Maximum Depth323 mm
Scarifier Maximum Depth12.7 in.
Ripper Penetration Force10240 kg
Ripper Penetration Force22574 lb.
Ripper Pryout Force13623 kg
Ripper Pryout Force30034 lb.
Ripper Shank Size (mm x mm)61.5 x 133
Ripper Shank Size (in. x in.)2.42 x 5.25
Scarifier Shank Size (mm x mm)25 x 76
Scarifier Shank Size (in. x in.)1 x 3

Operator Station

Rollover Protective StructureLow profile cab (ISO 3471-2008)
Falling Object Protective Structure(ISO 3449-2005)

Refill Capacities

Engine TypeEPA Final Tier 4 / EU Stage V
Fuel Tank397 L
Fuel Tank105 gal.
Diesel-Exhaust Fluid (DEF) Tank22.5 L
Diesel-Exhaust Fluid (DEF) Tank6 gal.
Cooling System55 L
Cooling System14.5 gal.
Engine Oil With Filter28.4 L
Engine Oil With Filter7.5 gal.
Transmission Fluid23.5 L
Transmission Fluid6.2 gal.
Differential Housing38 L
Differential Housing10 gal.
Tandem Housings (Each)74 L
Tandem Housings (Each)19.5 gal.
Circle Gearbox5.7 L
Circle Gearbox1.5 gal.
Hydraulic Reservoir60.5 L
Hydraulic Reservoir16 gal.

Additional Information

Date Collected2025-05-01

Hydraulics

TypeClosed center, pressure compensated load sensing (PCLS), variable-displacement piston pump
Maximum Pump Flow218 L/min
Maximum Pump Flow57.5 gpm
Maximum System Pressure18961 kPa
Maximum System Pressure2750 psi
Pump Displacement (cm3)90 cm³
Pump Displacement5.5 cu in.

Cutting Edge

Cutting Edge TypeDura-Max through-hardened steel edge
Thickness 19 mm
Thickness 0.75 in.
Width 203 mm
Width 8 in.

Cooling

Engine Coolant Rating-37 ℃
Engine Coolant Rating-34 °F

Typical Operating Weight With Equipment

Front 6035 kg
Front 13305 lb.
Rear 14619 kg
Rear 32230 lb.
Total 20654 kg
Total 45535 lb.
Typical Maximum Operating Weight24948 kg
Typical Maximum Operating Weight55000 lb.

Dozer Blade

Front Dozer Blade TypeParallel Linkage, Hydraulic Float
Lift Above Ground706 mm
Lift Above Ground27.8 in.

Moldboard

Moldboard MaterialHigh-strength, pre-stressed for higher strength, wear-resistant, high-carbon steel and reversible end bits
Moldboard TypeBlade side-shift wear system includes quick change replaceable wear inserts and quick adjust jackscrew system
Base Length4.27 m
Base Length168 in.
Height 0.686 m
Height 27 in.
Thickness 25 mm
Thickness 1 in.

Front Lift Group (Balderson-Style)

Front Lift Group TypeParallel Linkage, Mechanical Pins, Hydraulic Float
Lift Above Ground (Top Of Tube)1864 mm
Lift Above Ground (Top Of Tube)73.4 in.
Lift Range988 mm
Lift Range38.9 in.

Blade Pull

Blade Pull At Maximum Operating Weight15501 kg
Blade Pull At Maximum Operating Weight34173 lb.

Draft Frame (Drawbar)

Draft Frame TypeWelded box construction machined for flatness and double ball-and-socket pivot connection