The John Deere 1610G forwarder opens a new chapter in the story of the iconic G Series.

The new John Deere 1610G forwarder was developed in response to customer wishes to be a reliable partner for all types of logging sites, improving the productivity of both thinning and regeneration fellings. The powerful engine, 16-tonne load rating and large, configurable load space make work smoother and faster, regardless of the terrain. The comfort-prioritized cabin and familiar, easy-to-use controls support effortless working even at challenging sites.

80,000 Hours

That’s a remarkable amount of work hours for a single machine, the Norcar 600 owned by Erkki Rinne is taken well care of, it even has the original Diesel engine.
Kieran Anders Forestry

Kieran Anders is a forestry contractor working in the lake district. His work involves hand cutting and extracting timber using a skidder and tractor-trailer forwarder.
Promoting safety in the workplace

It is not possible to eliminate chain shot, but there are simple steps that can be taken to reduce the risk.
Glasfryn Fencing and Sawmill

Arwel takes great pride in the fact that the mill has no waste whatsoever, “the peelings are used for children’s playgrounds, gardens and for farm animals in barns in the winter and the sawdust has multiple uses in gardens and farms as well.
Keeping Timber Hauliers Safe

Timber hauliers need to encourage young blood in, and also look after the hauliers we have, we need make the sector a safe and positive place to work.

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More power, increased productivity
The 1610G forwarder not only complements the G Series, it also stands out as a crown jewel with its power and usability. Compared to the popular 1510G model, the 1610G’s load space is 15% larger, which
brings more wood to the roadside per load and significantly increases work efficiency.

John Deere’s in-house engine manufacturing has made it possible to develop an even better high-
performance engine to specifically meet the demands of forest machine use. With 14% more engine
power and 11% more tractive force than the machine in the next lower load-rating class, the 1610G is not
only stronger but also smarter in its movements. The increased load rating has not increased the weight
of the machine, so the ground pressure is the same as with the 1510G. In fact, the strengths of the new
machine are best demonstrated in driving conditions that require solid traction, such as hilly terrain, deep
snow, and heavy loads.

The productivity gains achieved through product development are significant for forest machine
contractors in the long term: up to 2000 tonnes more wood per year to the roadside – without added
transport or labor costs*.

Sample calculation: 1 load/hour, 2000 working hours/year

Versatile and configurable load space
Thanks to it versatile size-class, the 1610G excels in both thinning and regeneration fellings. Its large 6.1
m² load space stands out in terms of both design and functionality, offering 15% more capacity for
transporting wood than the 1510G. Thanks to its configurable load space, the machine is narrow and agile at thinning sites, but offers maximum capacity for use in regeneration felling. The integrated sorting system speeds up and facilitates the handling of different types of timber, increasing the smoothness and
efficiency of work at the roadside.

Precise and efficient boom
At the heart of the 1610G’s productivity is the standard CF7S XI Power+ boom, which is the most powerful
in its size-class in John Deere’s boom offering. The new generation 10-meter extension with internal
hoses ensures reliable boom performance, reduces wear and tear, and facilitates thinning work in dense
forests. IBC 3.0 with its automatic functions to smooth transitions between different work phases is
optional.

Easy introduction
Introducing and integrating the 1610G with existing equipment is effortless, as all the main functions, servicing and maintenance routines are familiar from previous G Series machines. Despite its increased load rating, the dimensions of the 1610G have not grown, so it can be transported to the logging site using existing equipment. Thanks to its higher transport capacity, the 1610G is a particularly good match for the new, increasingly popular 1270H harvester. Data transfer between machines is seamless, providing the best possible starting points for smart decision-making in both the planning and implementation of logging sites.

Operator’s choice
The rotating and leveling cabin is designed with the operators in mind to support concentration and work
capacity, regardless of the conditions. Excellent visibility in all directions facilitates precision work at
different stages. Working position remains stable and comfortable even on uneven terrain, and the
advanced dampening system significantly reduces vibration, minimizing physical strain during work.
Whether a dense thinning site or a regeneration felling with heavy loads, the cabin provides a calm
working environment where the operator can perform at their best and still have energy left at the end of
the workday.

A trusted, more powerful partner
The 1610G answers to forest machine customers’ wishes and constantly evolving needs. It combines the
best features of the popular G Series with next-level performance and ease-of-use. Over the years, the G
Series machines have become trusted partners in forestry contracting, and the 1610G is now at the
forefront of this development, offering more capacity, more power, smart automation, and a familiar
operator experience.

Technical specifications 1610G
Load rating 16 t
Load space 6.1 m2
Tractive force 205 kN
Boom CF7S XI Power+
IBC 3.0 Available
Rotating and levelling cab Available
Diesel engine John Deere 6068, 6 cylinders, 6.8 l
Peak power 187 kW @ 1800 rpm
Peak torque 1025 Nm @ 1 500 rpm
Maximum reach (incl. loader) 8.5 m / 10 m
Machine weight 6W/8W 16.4 / 18.3 t