Excavators · Make & Model reference
John Deere 290G LC
Offers a good balance of size and power for demanding projects.
Operating weight
64,000 lbs
Horsepower
223 hp
Fuel burn
4.2 - 5.2 gph
Years produced
2015 - present
AI-updated · Last refresh 7/19/2026
Full specifications
Max Dig Depth24 ft 2 in
Max Reach35 ft 2 in
Bucket Capacity1.3 - 2.0 cu yd
Max Hydraulic Flow129 gpm
Shipping dimensions
Length33.7 ft
Width10.8 ft
Height11.1 ft
Weight64,000 lbs
Use these for permit routing and lowboy selection.
Recent auction history
| Year range | Hours | Avg | Low | High |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2020-2022 | 1,500-3,000 | $205,000 | $190,000 | $225,000 |
| 2017-2019 | 3,000-5,000 | $175,000 | $150,000 | $195,000 |
AI price estimate
Excellent, low hours
2022 model year
$240,000
Good, avg hours
2018 model year
$185,000
Fair, high hours
2015 model year
$135,000
Common problems to check
- DPF regeneration issues (earlier emissions tiers)
- Hydraulic main pump pressure drops
- Track motor leaks
Why buyers pick it
- High horsepower to weight ratio
- Strong breakout force
- Durable construction for hard digging
- Good for heavy attachments
Best jobs for this machine
Medium to large-scale excavationPipeline trenchingDemolitionQuarry loading
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