Description:
Serial Number Information
The serial number plate is located on the operator’s platform or cab base.
| Year |
Serial Number Range |
| 2018 |
1T0843LXXJJ100001 – 1T0843LXXJJ110000 |
| 2019 |
1T0843LXXKK110001 – 1T0843LXXKK120000 |
| 2020 |
1T0843LXXLL120001 – 1T0843LXXLL130000 |
| 2021 |
1T0843LXXML130001 – 1T0843LXXML140000 |
Use this serial number to match engine, hydraulics, and undercarriage components accurately across production years.
Key Specifications
| Feature |
Specification |
| Engine |
John Deere PowerTech™ PSS 9.0L |
| Engine Type |
Tier 4 Final, turbocharged diesel |
| Gross Power |
271 HP (202 kW) |
| Operating Weight |
68,700 lbs (31,196 kg) |
| Track Width |
24 in (610 mm) |
| Overall Length |
21.5 ft (6.55 m) |
| Ground Clearance |
27.5 in (698 mm) |
Hydraulic System
| Feature |
Specification |
| Max Flow |
142.4 GPM (539 L/min) |
| Relief Valve Pressure |
5,800 psi (40 MPa) |
Cutting Head & Performance
| Feature |
Specification |
| Compatible Heads |
FR24B, FR22B (and other Deere-approved heads) |
| Max Cutting Diameter |
Up to 22 in (558.8 mm) |
| Max Swing Torque |
61,375 ft-lbs (83,229 Nm) |
| Travel Speed |
2.5 mph (4 km/h) |
Key Features
Forestry-Grade Power & Reach
The Tier 4 Final 9.0L PowerTech engine delivers 271 HP, while the 5,800 psi hydraulic system powers aggressive cutting and swing functions for large-diameter timber.
Precision Head Control
Compatible with FR24B and FR22B felling heads, giving you flexibility based on tree size and cutting style.
Durable Undercarriage & Swing System
The machine’s heavy-duty tracks and 61,375 ft-lbs swing torque ensure stability and performance on slopes, wetlands, and dense forest floor.
Operator Comfort & Onboard Diagnostics
Spacious, climate-controlled cab with real-time machine health data allows for longer, more productive shifts with minimal downtime.
Common Replacement Parts
Maintain your 843L II’s performance with field-ready components available at Broken Tractor:
Engine Components
Turbochargers, injectors, DEF sensors, air filters, oil coolers
Hydraulics
Grapple cylinders, swing motors, hydraulic pumps, control valves
Cutting Head Components
FR22B/FR24B tongs, motor seals, pressure hoses, pivot pins, blade holders
Undercarriage
Track chains, rollers, idlers, sprockets, bogie assemblies
Cab & Electrical
Display monitors, climate control panels, wiring harnesses, joystick controllers
Maintenance Schedule
| Task |
Recommended Interval |
| Engine Oil & Filter |
Every 250 hours |
| Fuel & DEF Filter Service |
Every 250 hours |
| Hydraulic Filter & Fluid |
Every 500 hours |
| Swing Motor & Pump Check |
Every 500 hours |
| Track Tension Inspection |
Weekly |
| Cooling System Flush |
Every 1,000 hours or annually |