John Deere and Bambauer 

Some stories, like that of Bambauer Equipment and John Deere Power Systems, simply tell themselves. Their combined experience is a prime example, and we’ve chosen to let you immerse yourself directly in their narrative.

Bambauer Equipment adds John Deere JD 18 to its power portfolio

Customers can prepare for a new level of manure pumping performance with Bambauer Equipment’s latest enhancement to The Big Stick manure pump. Previously available with the John Deere JD14 industrial engine, The Big Stick now also offers the option of a JD18 industrial engine (Diesel of the year 2021, editor note), delivering increased power and flow to handle large dragline systems. This latest enhancement not only provides more power but also eliminates the need for aftertreatment and diesel exhaust fluid (DEF). John Deere engine distributor Superior Diesel, which serves a customer base across the Midwest, Northeast, and Atlantic coast regions of the United States, worked with Bambauer Equipment to develop an engine platform that enabled the integration of either the JD14 or JD18 without having to significantly redesign The Big Stick.

“The flexibility to utilize two different engines on a single machine is huge in terms of production time and inventory management,” says Jason Lowe, large engine product manager at Superior Diesel. “Integrating the JD18 engine onto the JD14 platform required significant engineering. Our team successfully navigated the complexities to create a streamlined solution that meets customer needs and simplifies machine operation.”

About Bambauer Equipment

Based in New Knoxville, Ohio, Bambauer Equipment has been a family-owned and -operated manufacturer of high-quality liquid manure pumping equipment for decades. Their products serve a wide customer base throughout North America, and they have cultivated a strong relationship with Superior Diesel. When John Deere introduced the JD18 industrial engine in 2020, Bambauer Equipment was immediately impressed by its increased power, but the elimination of DEF and aftertreatment was the real game-changer. The JD18’s advanced combustion technology features a simplified air system with fixed and wastegate turbos. This allows the engine to meet emissions requirements without aftertreatment. Operators can now focus on their core operations without the added complexity of DEF systems.

“In liquid manure management, uptime is crucial. The JD18 engine offers increased flow and pressure, but its biggest advantage is the lack of DEF and aftertreatment components,” says Jack Steinke, sales engineer at Bambauer Equipment. “This simplicity translates to enhanced reliability, which is crucial for time-sensitive operations with tight application windows.”

The JD18 engine extends the rated power range to 522 — 677 kW. This increased power allows The Big Stick to handle more demanding tasks, pump over longer distances with even higher flow rates, and process thicker slurries with ease.

“Superior Diesel made the integration of the JD18 engine incredibly easy,” says Steinke. “They designed the JD14 and JD18 engine platforms to match our existing mounting system, making the integration of the JD18 onto The Big Stick remarkably efficient. This minimized design changes and streamlined the power process.“