About the John Deere 750J
The John Deere 750J was a compact crawler bulldozer in the 13–16-tonne class, produced from 2005 to 2018. It was powered by a John Deere PowerTech Plus 6068H engine producing 140 hp and pushed a 3.1 m³ straight blade. The 750J was offered in LT and LGP undercarriage variants and featured John Deere's hydrostatic transmission for smooth, stepless speed control. Production ended in 2018 when John Deere restructured its crawler dozer line-up, making the 750J a buy-only option on the used market today.
Where it earns its keep
The 750J was widely used by European agricultural contractors, drainage specialists, and municipal works departments during its production years. Its compact size and LGP variant made it a natural choice for Dutch polder maintenance and tile drainage installation projects. Belgian landscaping contractors used it extensively for residential garden earthworks and small golf-course construction. German municipal contractors deployed it for maintenance grading of unpaved access roads and rural path networks. A large population of 750J machines remains working in the Netherlands and northern Germany.
What to look for when buying used
Since production ended in 2018, all 750J machines are now at least seven years old. Service history is paramount. Parts remain available through John Deere dealer network but some items are now subject to longer lead times as production stocks are consumed. The hydrostatic drive is generally durable but check for any external hydraulic leaks at the pump-to-motor lines, particularly in the engine bay where heat cycles accelerate seal aging. Inspect the blade angle cylinder pins and bushings carefully; these are often neglected during routine maintenance on older machines.
Where the market sits
The 750J's production end means supply is finite and declining as machines age out of service. Well-maintained 2013–2018 examples are actively sought by agricultural and drainage contractors in the Netherlands who prefer the hydrostatic drive for precision work. Prices for good machines have firmed over the past two years as supply tightens. The alternative for buyers in this size class is the current Caterpillar D5 or Komatsu D51PX, both of which carry new-machine pricing significantly above used 750J values.