Komatsu D39EX-22 vs Deere 650J LT Comparison
Komatsu D39EX-22 vs Deere 650J LT Comparison
INFORMATION
KOMATSU D39EX-22
VS.
Key Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
Machine Configurations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
Competitive Advantages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Productivity Comparison. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Operator Environment Comparison . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10-22
Noise Levels – Stationary . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Noise Levels – Traveling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Blade Visibility – Straight Blade . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Blade Visibility – Angled Blade. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Forward Visibility. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Ride – Cab Mounts. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Doors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Entry/Exit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Transmission Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Monitor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Palm Command Control System (PCCS) . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Pedals. . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Operator Environment Comparison Summary. . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
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TABLE OF CONTENTS D39EX-22 vs. Deere 650J LT
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TABLE OF CONTENTS D39EX-22 vs. Deere 650J LT
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KEY FEATURES D39EX-22 vs. Deere 650J LT
Easy Maintenance
• Electronic monitor panel with on-board diagnostics
• Rear-mount radiator with swing-up electronically-
controlled hydraulically-driven fan
• Ground-level daily service checks
• KOMTRAX® level 2+
The Key Features pages can be used as a walk-around. Walk-arounds are intended to assist the salesperson when they
have the opportunity to make a presentation to a customer(s) with a real machine. Walk-arounds offer the well prepared
salesperson with a great opportunity to “sell” the features and benefits of the Komatsu dozer from the machine itself.
Using these printed features and benefits, start at the left hand corner of the blade and walk around the machine,
pointing out the items that you have selected to talk about.
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MACHINE CONFIGURATIONS D39EX-22 vs. Deere 650J LT
Komatsu Deere
Units D39EX-22 650J LT
Operating Weight kg (lb) 9450 (20,834) 8419 (18,560)
EPA Certification Tier 3 Tier 3
Net Horsepower (kW) HP 79 (105) 74 (99)
Blade Capacity m 3 (yd3 ) 2.21 (2.89) 2.22 (2.9)
Blade Width mm (in) 2710 (107) 2667 (105)
Track On Ground mm (in) 2360 (93) 2210 (87)
Transmission Type Hydrostatic Hydrostatic
Cab or Canopy Cab Canopy
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COMPETITIVE ADVANTAGES D39EX-22 vs. Deere 650J LT
Test Highlights
• Move More: During production testing, the D39EX-22 was 9.2% more productive and had 1.0% better overall efficiency
(material moved per fuel used). Deere is touting their lower fuel economy but their machine is considerably less productive
so at the end of the day the customer can get more work done with the Komatsu D39-22. If both machines were worked at
maximum load for 8 hours (not normal for this sized machine) the difference in fuel used would be less than 3 gallons!
• See More: The D39EX-22 had superior forward visibility, a 7 foot advantage, compared to the 650J LT. The unrivaled
forward visibility of the D39-22 maximizes the productivity of an operator. The D39-22 is more forgiving to new operators and
allows them to be more productive, faster. This Komatsu advantage is gained from placing the operator closer to the blade
via a mid-mount cab, incorporating a SuperSlant nose, and moving the coolers to the rear of the machine.
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PRODUCTIVITY COMPARISON D39EX-22 vs. Deere 650J LT
100% Throttle
Item Adv.* Fuel Adv.* Fuel Adv.*
Production
Consumption Efficiency
Model (avg cu yd/hr) (avg gal/hr) (avg cu yd/gal)
Komatsu D39EX-22 256.6 9.2% 4.87 52.7 1.0%
Deere 650J LT 234.9 4.50 52.2
* Komatsu advantage over the competition
The 650J had slightly better fuel consumption as the D39 when heavy dozing at 100% throttle.
The D39EX-22 moved 9.2% more dirt in the same operating conditions. When you calculate material moved per fuel
consumed, the D39EX-22 was 1.0% more productive in this application.
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PRODUCTIVITY COMPARISON
100% Throttle
Item Adv.* Fuel Adv.* Fuel Adv.*
Production
Consumption Efficiency
Model (avg cu m/hr) (avg L/hr) (avg cu m/L)
Komatsu D39EX-22 196.2 9.2% 18.45 10.65 1.0%
Deere 650J LT 179.6 17.05 10.55
* Komatsu advantage over the competition
The 650J had slightly better fuel consumption as the D39 when heavy dozing at 100% throttle.
The D39EX-22 moved 9.2% more dirt in the same operating conditions. When you calculate material moved per fuel
consumed, the D39EX-22 was 1.0% more productive in this application.
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OPERATOR ENVIRONMENT COMPARISON D39EX-22 vs. Deere 650J LT
Noise Levels–Stationary
Test Conditions: High Idle, A/C off, machines not moving,
measured at 7m (23') on each side of the machine
Model Komatsu Deere
Noise Levels dB(A) D39EX-22 650J LT
Spectator, 7m (23') Left 74.6 86.1
Right 77.2 87.4
Front 72.6 86.4
Rear 74.8 82.3
Energy Average 75.1 85.9
The D39EX-22 average spectator noise level was 10.8 dB(A) less. This makes a much quieter environment for co-workers
and jobsite neighbors.
When doing side by side demos with the 650J pay attention to the noise levels of each machine, in and out of the cab.
Your customer will notice the difference with their ears. Two types of tests were performed, static (machine does not
move) and traveling.
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OPERATOR ENVIRONMENT COMPARISON D39EX-22 vs. Deere 650J LT
Noise Levels–Traveling
Test Conditions: High idle and same travel speed for
each machine.
Model Komatsu Deere
Noise Levels dB(A) D39EX-22 650J LT
Energy Average Forward 81.5 86.8
Reverse 81.9 86.8
Energy Average
Traveling spectator noise levels for the D39EX-22 were lower also. For forward travel, the D39EX-22 was an average of
5.3 dB(A) lower. In reverse, the D39EX-22 was 4.9 dB(A) lower. Both machines were on the same course and traveled at
the same ground speed.
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OPERATOR ENVIRONMENT COMPARISON D39EX-22 vs. Deere 650J LT
Many areas of the D39 were redesigned to optimize blade visibility including the lower box section area which no
longer blocks your view to the back of the cutting edge.
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OPERATOR ENVIRONMENT COMPARISON D39EX-22 vs. Deere 650J LT
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OPERATOR ENVIRONMENT COMPARISON D39EX-22 vs. Deere 650J LT
Forward Visibility
KOMATSU DEERE
E
B
The D39EX-22 has better forward visibility than the Deere 650J LT, a 7 foot advantage!
** Remember, when discussing visibility distance, that distance will differ due to the height of the operator. **
For example, when comparing a potential customer’s 650J to the D39 have them sit in both machines and use cones to
mark their visibility. In our testing we used a medium sized operator. A taller operator will have better visibility than our
testing results since their eye level will be higher in the cab. Make sure both machines have the seat adjusted to the same
position.
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Customers spend a majority of their time looking forward as compared to the other three directions. Having superior
forward visibility makes it easier for the operator to adjust to changing ground conditions faster. Therefore they are
more productive.
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OPERATOR ENVIRONMENT COMPARISON D39EX-22 vs. Deere 650J LT
Viscous mounts; The D39-22 utilizes a better cab mounting Rubber mounts are used on the 650J cab and ROPS
system. It uses a cab damper system filled with silicon oil. canopy machines. They are inferior to the D39-22 mounts
This is the same system used on Komatsu Wheel Loaders in vibration reduction and ride quality.
and Excavators and provides a better ride since it reduces
vibration and noise felt by the operator.
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OPERATOR ENVIRONMENT COMPARISON D39EX-22 vs. Deere 650J LT
Doors
KOMATSU DEERE
RH and LH doors
Rear hinged
180° open angle
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OPERATOR ENVIRONMENT COMPARISON D39EX-22 vs. Deere 650J LT
Entry/Exit
KOMATSU DEERE
Handrails: Handrails:
2 each side – 1 on nose and 2 each side – 1 on nose and 1
1 on hood top on hood top
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OPERATOR ENVIRONMENT COMPARISON D39EX-22 vs. Deere 650J LT
Transmission Control
KOMATSU DEERE
The D39-22 has the ability to run the hydrostatic The 650J can only be run in a variable mode which may not
transmission (HST) in two modes, Quick-shift (3 speed), match the customer’s preference.
and Variable (20 speed) by activating a switch on the dash.
The D39-22 is more adaptable to differing customer
operating preferences and applications with the two
separate operating modes.
The D39-22 also has a graphical readout for a faster visual The 650J only has a number in an LCD screen to display
reference. the speed setting.
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OPERATOR ENVIRONMENT COMPARISON D39EX-22 vs. Deere 650J LT
Monitor
KOMATSU DEERE
The D39-22 main monitor display has several functions that The 650J uses a basic monitor.
the 650J does not provide, including a data feed to Komtrax.
The display is colorful and easy to read.
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OPERATOR ENVIRONMENT COMPARISON D39EX-22 vs. Deere 650J LT
The D39-22 features Palm Command Control System The 650J uses a work equipment lever that is directly
(PCCS) steering and blade controls for easy operation. connected to a valve via a linkage. Over time this linkage
will wear and become loose. This will make operation more
difficult.
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OPERATOR ENVIRONMENT COMPARISON D39EX-22 vs. Deere 650J LT
Pedals
KOMATSU DEERE
The D39-22 utilizes separate brake and decelerator pedals The 650J uses a decelerator / brake pedal
for consistent and predictable operation. and a rocker switch. The operator must pre-
select brake and engine decelerator or just
brake function for this pedal.
Having to manually switch between
functions may not provide the operator with
the correct choice in changing applications.
This feature is very useful when going up to a sidewalk and backfilling. The operator can go up to an object quickly
and slow travel speed without dropping engine rpms. This allows for a faster cycle time since the operator does not
need to wait until the rpms increase (no lag in response). The operator can use the decelerator for maneuvering around
tight spots etc.
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OPERATOR ENVIRONMENT COMPARISON D39EX-22 vs. Deere 650J LT
Blade Visibility-Angled — —
Doors RH and LH doors; Rear hinged; 180° open angle N/A (ROPS Canopy)
Handrails: Handrails:
Entry/Exit
2 each side – 1 on nose and 1 on hood top 2 each side – 1 on nose and 1 on hood top
The D39-22 has the ability to run the hydrostatic
The 650J can only be run in a variable mode which may
Transmission Control transmission (HST) in two modes by activating a switch
not match the customer’s preference.
on the dash.
The D39-22 main monitor display has several functions
Monitor that the 650J does not provide, including a data feed to The 650J uses a basic monitor.
Komtrax. The display is colorful and easy to read.
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SERVICING COMPARISON D39EX-22 vs. Deere 650J LT
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SERVICING COMPARISON D39EX-22 vs. Deere 650J LT
Door is equipped with a locking rod to hold the door open. Door does not lock open. Ground level access.
Ground level access.
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SERVICING COMPARISON D39EX-22 vs. Deere 650J LT
Ground level access. Must open LH engine door. Ground level access. Must open RH engine door.
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SERVICING COMPARISON D39EX-22 vs. Deere 650J LT
Ground level access. Must remove 6 bolts and 2 covers. Ground level access. Must open RH engine door.
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SERVICING COMPARISON D39EX-22 vs. Deere 650J LT
Do not need to crawl under Must crawl under the machine to access.
machine to change oil. Must remove underbelly panel with four bolts.
Must remove four bolts and Ecology drain and hose.
cover. Equipped with ecology
drain and hose.
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SERVICING COMPARISON D39EX-22 vs. Deere 650J LT
Fuel Pre-Filter
KOMATSU DEERE
Ground level access. Must Ground level access. Must open rear RH panel.
remove four bolts on front
hood door.
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SERVICING COMPARISON D39EX-22 vs. Deere 650J LT
Fuel Filter
KOMATSU DEERE
Ground level access behind LH engine door. Good access Ground level access. Filter mounted low and difficult to
to the fuel filter. remove.
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SERVICING COMPARISON D39EX-22 vs. Deere 650J LT
Fuel Fill
KOMATSU DEERE
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SERVICING COMPARISON D39EX-22 vs. Deere 650J LT
Coolant Reservoir
KOMATSU DEERE
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SERVICING COMPARISON D39EX-22 vs. Deere 650J LT
Coolant Check
KOMATSU DEERE
Ground level checking and top off. Ground level check but more difficult under the hood.
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SERVICING COMPARISON D39EX-22 vs. Deere 650J LT
Easy ground level access behind rear RH door. Drain hose Must remove heavy rear panel
with shut off valve. with four bolts. Easy to spill
fuel. No drain hose.
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SERVICING COMPARISON D39EX-22 vs. Deere 650J LT
Coolant Drain
KOMATSU DEERE
Can access by crawling part way under rear of machine. Must crawl under the front of the machine to drain. Must
Must remove front cover with 4 bolts to drain engine block. remove front cover with 4 bolts to drain radiator. Ecology
Rear cover easily slides out after removing 8 bolts. Ecology drain with no hose.
drain with hose for rear radiator.
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SERVICING COMPARISON D39EX-22 vs. Deere 650J LT
Ground level access. Filters pull straight out without Ground level access. Housing at awkward angle and
interference. Centrifugal precleaner is standard. contacts coolant hose when opening, pushing into a wire on
the back of the alternator. Rain cap is standard. (precleaner
is option)
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SERVICING COMPARISON D39EX-22 vs. Deere 650J LT
Ground level access. Protected behind rear LH door. Ground level access.
Protected behind rear LH and
RH doors. Two tank levels to
check.
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SERVICING COMPARISON D39EX-22 vs. Deere 650J LT
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SERVICING COMPARISON D39EX-22 vs. Deere 650J LT
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SERVICING COMPARISON D39EX-22 vs. Deere 650J LT
Ground level access. Filters behind LH and RH tank doors. Ground level access. Filters
behind LH and RH access
panels.
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SERVICING COMPARISON D39EX-22 vs. Deere 650J LT
Batteries
KOMATSU DEERE
Ground level access. Two batteries on LH side. Easier Ground level access. Two batteries on LH side.
access to top off battery fluid.
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SERVICING COMPARISON D39EX-22 vs. Deere 650J LT
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SERVICING COMPARISON D39EX-22 vs. Deere 650J LT
Grease Points
KOMATSU DEERE
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SERVICING COMPARISON D39EX-22 vs. Deere 650J LT
Engine Oil Fill Ground level access. Must open LH engine door. Ground level access. Must open RH engine door.
Coolant Check Ground level checking and top off. Ground level check but more difficult under the hood.
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SERVICING COMPARISON D39EX-22 vs. Deere 650J LT
Grease Points Easy access to grease points. Easy access to grease points.
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COMPONENT & STRUCTURE COMPARISON D39EX-22 vs. Deere 650J LT
Cooling System
KOMATSU DEERE
The radiator and coolers (side by side coolers) are moved The 650J uses a less efficient front mounted radiator /
from the engine area to the rear of the D39-22 for several coolers system with a less efficient belt driven fan which
reasons. This allows the D39-22 hood to be sharply sloped consumes more horsepower than an electronically-
for “best in class” blade visibility. It also allows air to be controlled hydraulically-driven fan.
pulled from the rear side doors which is cooler and cleaner
than on conventional machines. This innovative system
also means the D39-22 electronically-controlled
hydraulically-driven fan can run slower to deliver air across
the side-by-side coolers as required and therefore uses less
fuel.
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COMPONENT & STRUCTURE COMPARISON D39EX-22 vs. Deere 650J LT
Hydraulic System
KOMATSU DEERE
The D39-22 uses a variable displacement piston pump for The 650J has a gear pump system.
work equipment.
A variable piston pump is more fuel efficient and quieter A fixed displacement pump produces flow proportional to
than the 650J’s gear pump system. It is more efficient engine speed regardless of the required output needed by
because it only pumps the amount of oil required, and that the machine.
reduces the horsepower requirement to run the pump and
saves fuel.
A fixed displacement pump also helps create a noisier
machine because the pump is running at a speed that is
directly tied to engine rpm. As engine rpm increases so
does the noise level from the fixed displacement pump.
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COMPONENT & STRUCTURE COMPARISON D39EX-22 vs. Deere 650J LT
The D39-22 has better hose and tilt cylinder protection. The 650J hoses are more out in the open and are at greater
The D39-22 hoses are tightly secured against the C-Frame risk of being tugged by debris. The hoses are looped in the
with rubber iso-mounts and protected with bolt-on guarding air and are protected with hose sleeves. The 650J does not
and hose sleeves. The D39-22 uses a bolt-on spill guard to have a bolt-on spill guard for the tilt cylinder.
protect the tilt cylinder.
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COMPONENT & STRUCTURE COMPARISON D39EX-22 vs. Deere 650J LT
Shims to
adjust for
wear Shims to adjust
for wear
Bolt-on ball
Weld-on ball
The D39-22 has a large center pivot ball which is durable, The 650J uses a smaller weld-on ball which requires the
easier to service and easier to adjust for wear between use of a welder when replacement is necessary. This
major repairs. The D39-22’s large diameter ball provides a means that it costs more over the life of the machine to
larger surface area to absorb the loads and spread the maintain this area of the 650J blade.
wear. The D39-22 ball is bolt-on for easy “in field” service
that does not require a welder. The ball can be adjusted
easily for wear using shims.
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COMPONENT & STRUCTURE COMPARISON D39EX-22 vs. Deere 650J LT
Blade Castings
KOMATSU DEERE
The D39-22 uses steel castings in the blade system to Overall the 650J uses very few castings and relies heavily
better distribute stress loads from the blade to the main on fabrication in its construction, which does not distribute
frame. stress loads as well, reducing the overall durability of the
blade.
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COMPONENT & STRUCTURE COMPARISON D39EX-22 vs. Deere 650J LT
C-Frame Mounts
KOMATSU DEERE
The D39-22 main frame supports, where the blade lift The 650J has fabricated mounts. Which do you think can
cylinders mount, are strong steel castings. handle more impact loads? Don’t forget to point out to your
customers the added value castings provide.
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COMPONENT & STRUCTURE COMPARISON D39EX-22 vs. Deere 650J LT
Undercarriage
KOMATSU DEERE
The D39-22EX has 2185 mm (86") of track on ground. The The 650J has 2184 mm (86") of track on ground. The 650J
D39 track frame is welded to the main frame for added track frame is bolted to the main frame which is less
strength. The D39-22 has one carrier roller and a rigid track durable. The 650J also has bolt-on covers that are
frame. expensive to replace. The 650J has one carrier roller and a
rigid track frame.
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COMPONENT & STRUCTURE COMPARISON D39EX-22 vs. Deere 650J LT
Front Idler
KOMATSU DEERE
The front idler tension adjustment is done with a grease The front idler tension adjustment is done with a grease
gun. gun.
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COMPONENT & STRUCTURE COMPARISON D39EX-22 vs. Deere 650J LT
Drive Motors
KOMATSU DEERE
The D39-22 has the drive motors mounted in the track The 650J has its drive motors mounted in the main frame.
frame with the final drive. This compact assembly is very A drive shaft passes thorough the rear frame to the final
easy to service. An added benefit of the D39-22 drive drive, making servicing of the final drive or motor more
system configuration is that it is easier to clean than the complicated.
650J in this area.
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COMPONENT & STRUCTURE COMPARISON D39EX-22 vs. Deere 650J LT
Modular Construction
KOMATSU DEERE
Modular construction of the D39-22 makes it more durable, The Deere uses less castings and thinner sheet metal in its
easier to service and minimizes rattle type noises. The construction. The Deere has more pieces in its design so
main frame utilizes castings and thick steel plate for there is a greater chance for rattle noises over time.
unmatched durability. The hood, fenders and other external
components also use thick steel plates which reduce the
need for additional guarding and make a machine that will
look better longer. After many hours of service your
customer can sandblast and paint it and it will almost look
new again. This makes the D39-22 a better investment for
your customers who keep their equipment longer.
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SPECIFICATION COMPARISON D39EX-22 vs. Deere 650J LT
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NOTES:
NOTES:
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