John Deere released its L-Series backhoe line, which includes the 310L EP, 310L, 310SL, 310SL HL, 315SL and 410L. According to the company, the loaders were designed for loading trucks, placing pipe, digging trenches, moving materials and tearing up asphalt.

The 310L, 310SL, 310 SL HL, 315SL and 410L come equipped with Tier 4 PowerTech Plus diesel engines, while the 310L EP comes equipped with a Tier 4 John Deere PowerTech engine. In addition, the 310SL, 310SL HL, 315SL and 410L include five-speed PowerShift transmissions.

The machines also feature HVAC systems, adjustable mechanical or air-suspension seats, lower and larger steps, a new lighting scheme and an elevated canopy. They come standard with Economy mode and have variable-speed electronically-controlled fans that automatically speed up or slow down depending on the machine’s temperature.

The backhoes include same-side ground-level service points, quick-change filters, extended service intervals and easy-access grease points.