The H414 represents a new generation of John Deere harvester heads. The H414 is especially designed for the new John Deere 1170E harvester, yet is also applicable for the John Deere 1270E and other mid-sized wheeled and tracked machines. The H414 features an excellent power-to-weight ratio and a compact size, which make it highly maneuverable even in dense thinning stands.

The H414 is characterized by the powerful and slipfree four-wheel drive feed with four hydraulic feed motors. The proven EVO2 valve provides efficient hydraulic oil flow and head control. The main frame is machined after welding as one piece, which provides high dimensional accuracy. New feed roller arms feature more durable bearings, built-in feed roller guards, strengthened cylinders and pins, and well-protected hose routings.

Four moving delimbing knives, one fixed top knife and one fixed back knife follow the contours of the stem. The redesigned knife geometry and long cutting edges of the H414 ensure an excellent delimbing quality for all stem diameters.

The highly efficient SuperCut 100 saw unit has a maximum felling diameter of 2.44 in. (620 mm), which gives the H414 excellent performance from early thinnings up to early regeneration felling. The automatic chain lubrication and tensioning of the SuperCut saw unit improves the H414's cutting performance and reduces maintenance time.