John Deere 485A Backhoe

485A Backhoe with white background.

485A Backhoe

  • Controls are located on the tower, which allows easier access to the operator station
  • A curved power boom gives you a better view of the digging area
  • Seat-locking mechanism keeps the seat out of the way when the backhoe is not in use
  • Sturdy grab handle on the control tower ensures ease of entering and exiting the tractor
Specs
Key Specs:
Digging depth102 in.
2.59 m
SAE dipperstick digging force2449 lb
10893 N
SAE bucket digging force3752 lb
16689 N
Swing arc180 degree (angle)
Boom lift capacity820 lb
372 kg
Transport height92 in.
2.33 m
Stabilizers spread width, up62 in.
1.32 m
Stabilizers spread width, down95 in.
2.41 m
Bucket widths9 in. (228 mm)
12 in. (305 mm)
16 in. (406 mm)
18 in heavy-duty (457 mm)
20 in. (508 mm)
24 in. (610 mm)
Backhoe:
Swing arc180 degree (angle)
Bucket rotation180 degree (angle)
Boom lift capacity820 lb
372 kg
SAE dipperstick digging force2449 lb
10893 N
SAE bucket digging force3752 lb
16689 N
Bucket control main relief valve pressure2250 psi
17580 kPa
Dimensions:
Digging depth102 in.
2.59 m
Loading height (bucket at 60 degrees)79 in.
2 m
Reach from center line of swing pivot140 in.
3.55 m
Transport height92 in.
2.33 m
Loading reach (bucket at 60 degrees)51 in.
1.29 m
Transport overhang53 in.
1.34 m
Undercut19 in.
0.48 m
Stabilizer typeStabilizers spread width, up
62 in.
1.32 m
Stabilizers spread width, down
95 in.
2.41 m
Weight:
With frame adapter and 24-in. bucket1435 lb
651 kg
Bucket:
Bucket widthsShipping weight
9 in. (228 mm) - 70 lb (32 kg)
12 in. (305 mm) - 82 lb (37 kg)
16 in. (406 mm) - 92 lb (42 kg)
18 in heavy-duty (457 mm) - 106 lb (48 kg)
20 in. (508 mm) - 106 lb (48 kg)
24 in. (610 mm) - 120 lb (54 kg)
9 in. (228 mm)
12 in. (305 mm)
16 in. (406 mm)
18 in heavy-duty (457 mm)
20 in. (508 mm)
24 in. (610 mm)