John Deere Compact Track Loader Specs and Product Summary for 2025

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John Deere has been manufacturing compact track loaders for nearly 20 years and prides itself on delivering durable and reliable products to customers. The introduction of the G-Series models marked a significant step forward, with more powerful engines and improved stability. With the most recent update in May 2024, John Deere expanded its strategy to include its P-Tier machines in the large-frame category, which is part of Deere’s ongoing tiering strategy for improved efficiency and sustainability. Compact track loaders can be found on a wide range of jobs. These include moving dirt, snow, loose or palleted materials and operating hydraulic attachments like mulching heads, rotary cutters and brooms.

John Deere offers a range of compact track loaders across five models, each designed for different applications. The 317G is the smallest in the lineup, making it ideal for entry-level use, rentals and landscaping applications. Its compact size allows for easy towing behind trucks and makes it well-suited for tight spaces and small jobs. The mid-frame size class, including the 325G, is one of the most popular. It strikes a balance between size, power, lifting capacity and hydraulic flow, making it versatile for various tasks, especially in confined areas where compactness is needed but additional power is also beneficial.

Large Frame Models and SmartGrade Tech

The large-frame size class, including the 331, 333 and 335 P-Tier models, represents the latest in John Deere’s CTL technology. These models offer increased power, enhanced comfort and advanced hydraulic systems. The 333 and 335 feature pressure compensated load sensing (PCLS) hydraulics, which are ideal for high-flow, high-pressure attachments like mulching heads, rotary cutters and cold planers. These models also offer improved operator comfort with a new cab design and can be equipped with an Anti-Vibration Undercarriage for smoother operation on uneven terrain. Additionally, the 333 and 335 P-Tier models are SmartGrade Ready with 2D Slope Control or can be fully equipped with SmartGrade for precise grading applications.

Each loader is tailored to provide a specific combination of size, power and features to meet the demands of construction, landscaping and heavy equipment tasks, making them versatile for a wide range of industries.

Regarding safety and maintenance, swing-out doors and removable side panels on the larger models provide easy access to the engine from multiple angles. Additionally, the cab tilts up to allow easy access for cleanout and maintenance to components beneath the cab. The in-cab boom lock is another key feature, allowing the operator to raise the boom, engage the lock without needing a second person outside the machine and safely exit the cab while the boom is raised. Combined with the other service features, these systems provide impressive access to virtually every component of the machine for easier maintenance and serviceability.

Compact Track Loader Advice to Buyers

“Look beyond model number/horsepower and compare machine capability to your needs, in a demo if possible,” says Emily Pagura, product marketing manager at John Deere. “Comparing machines from various manufacturers based on model number, position in the lineup or engine power, could lead you into an under or oversized machine, neither of which is ideal. Smaller machines may not do what you need, but larger machines carry higher costs initially and over time. Getting into an incorrectly sized machine is a fast path to being unhappy with your choice, and thus should be the first priority at the beginning of the process, especially for those who are new to the product.”

John Deere Compact Track Loader Specifications

Model	Engine HP Net HP	Operating Capacity 35 Percent	Operating Weight (Ground Pressure)	Tip Load	Lift Height (Orientation) Height to Hinge Pin	Aux. Hydraulic Power Standard GPM Pressure	Aux. Hydraulic Power High-Flow GPM Pressure
317G	61 hp	2,125 lbs	8,423 lbs (5.5 psi)	6,070 lbs	10 ft, 1 in. (Vertical)	17 gpm (NA)	NA
325G	70 hp	2,590 lbs	9,500 lbs (5.7 psi)	7,400 lbs	10 ft, 6 in. (Vertical)	21 gpm (NA)	32 gpm (NA)
331 P-Tier	95 hp	3,150 lbs	11,914 lbs (4.6 psi)	9,000 lbs	11 ft (Vertical)	25 gpm (NA)	39 gpm (NA)
333 P-Tier	105.8 hp	3,850 lbs	12,183 lbs (4.8 psi)	11,000 lbs	11 ft (Vertical)	25 gpm (NA)	44 gpm (NA)
335 P-Tier	114.7 hp	4.025 lbs	12,300 lbs/13,542 lbs*	11,500 lbs	11 ft (Vertical)	25 gpm (NA)	44 gpm (NA)

*With SG96 Dozer Blade