John deere 355 Crawler loaders tech specs
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A compact crawler loader built for controlled pushing and loading, the John Deere 355 combines tracked stability with a 0.61 cu m bucket and solid breakout force for site prep, backfilling, and light excavation. Powered by a naturally aspirated John Deere 3-179D engine producing 35.79 kilowatt, it favors durability and traction over speed or modern electronics.
Bucket capacity 0.61 cu m
Net engine power 35.79 kilowatt
Breakout force 5,488 kg
Tipping load 3,243 kg
Tracked undercarriage for low ground pressure
Simple mechanical layout
Proven long-production platform
Makana rating
Owner rating
Market average
AED 675,000Starting from
AED 400,000John deere 355 Technical specifications
Engine
Aspiration
Naturally aspirated
Displacement
2933.29 cu cm
Net power
35.79 kw
Number of cylinders
3
Power measured @
2,500 rpm
Torque measured @
1,300 rpm
Loader
Breakout force
5488.47 kg
Loader dump height
2.77 m
Loader dump reach
2.77 m
General
Bucket capacity
0.61 cu m
Engine model
3-179D
Tipping load
3,243 kg
Service refill capacities
Cooling fluid cap
12.49 liter
Fuel cap
83.27 liter
Hydraulic fluid cap
37.85 liter
Refill capacities
Final drives fluid cap
37.85 liter
Dimensions
Ground clearance
4.05 m
Height - top of cab
2.32 m
Length with bucket
0.15 m
Undercarriage
Ground contact area
27235.36 cu cm
Ground pressure
0.5 bar
Number of shoes per side
36
Number of track rollers per side
1
Track gauge
1.22 m
Track length
1.77 m
Hydraulic system
Pump flow cap
87.06 lpm
Pump type
Gear
Relief valve pressure
155.13 bar
John deere 355 expert review
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Overview
The John Deere 355 (1986–2021) is a compact crawler loader designed for controlled pushing and loading. With a 0.61 cu m bucket and tracked stability, it suits grading, backfilling, and light excavation on soft ground.
Expert rating: 4 stars
Performance & Efficiency
The 35.79 kilowatt engine favors steady, low-speed work such as grading and backfilling, with predictable throttle response and manageable fuel use.
In Comparison
JD 350: Smaller and lighter with less capacity.
JD 455: More power and productivity at higher cost.
JD 355: Balanced compact crawler-loader option.
Final Verdict
Rated 4 stars, the John Deere 355 is a dependable crawler loader in the AED 400,000–675,000 range.
John deere 355 owner rating
1986-2021
Overall rating
Based on 3 ratings
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