John Deere 444J User Manual

125–180 SAE NET HORSEPOWER

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444J | 544J | 624J

LOADERS

POWERLLEL
LINKAGE

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Take versatility

Take versatility

Take versatility

to a higher level.

to a higher level.

to a higher level.

Nearly everyone offers tool carriers.
But John Deere’s Powerllel
something else. Their innovative linkage
design provides an unmatched combination
of powerful digging performance, level lift,
and unsurpassed visibility throughout the
entire boom range. Add to that the J-Series

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loaders are

loaders’ highly popular Quad-Cool
low-effort excavator-style pilot-operated
hydraulics, smooth-as-silk powershift
transmission, and multi-function sealed
switch module, and you’ve got a highly
versatile and reliable material mover
that’s in a class by itself.

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system,

FPO: 127375

Powerllel Loader key specifications

444J 544J 624J

Peak Net Horsepower...........125 .................160.................180

Bucket Capacity....................2.5 cu. yd........3.0 cu. yd........3.5 cu. yd.

Full Turn Tipping Load..........14,330 lb. .......17,470 lb. .......19,889 lb.

Powerful digging forces and parallel lift — the Powerllel linkage’s
patented design delivers the best of both. So you can have your
loader and forklift, too.

Refined torque curves in all three loaders deliver impressive
torque reserves of 37, 41, and 54 percent. For extra power
when you need it.

444J and 544J ride on a wide stance, providing additional lateral
stability for handling heavy loads and working on rough terrain.

Breakout Force .....................16,233 lb........21,372 lb. .......28,102 lb.

Operating Weight..................23,926 lb........28,625 lb. .......33,534 lb.

Worksite Pro™quick-coupler lets you quickly and easily switch
attachments without leaving the seat. It’s standard equipment,
letting you go from bucket, to forks, to whatever, and do more
with one machine.

Operators benefit from a virtually unobstructed
view that takes the work out of precisely placing
loads — whether it’s pipe on trailers or aggregate
into trucks.

Want to test the power of these loaders? Demo
one against a comparable-size tool carrier in
tough digging. The result will win you over.

Standard Worksite Pro™quick-coupler lets
you change attachments from the cab quickly
and easily. Accommodates a wide variety of
Worksite Pro buckets and forks.

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1. The power in the Powerllel™linkage

comes from an innovative design that
allows load forces to work with, not
against, the boom. For big breakout
in tough digging.

2. Unique Y-link,low-mounted boom

cylinders, and high-visibility forks

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provide clearly superior visibility
throughout the entire lift arc.

3. Unlike others that lose performance past

the level bucket position, Powerllel loaders
deliver outstanding breakout throughout the
entire bucket and angle range. To conquer
tough tasks such as loading logs and
above-ground-level digging.

Power + parallel lift =

Power + parallel lift =

Power + parallel lift =

Powerllel

Powerllel

Powerllel

Who says you have to sacrifice loader power
to get parallel lift? Powerllel loaders deliver
the best of both. Unlike traditional linkages,
John Deere’s unique design separates the
bell crank from the cross tube, attaching
instead to the loader tower through a unique
Y-shape link. This “free-floating” bell crank
nearly doubles boom cylinder torque — for
unsurpassed boom and bucket breakout,

even in tough digging. Impressive torque
throughout the entire dump and rollback
range also makes these machines ideal for
tough tasks such as sorting or loading logs.
But don’t just look for these Powerllel
advantages in the pages of a spec sheet.
The best way to appreciate them is on your
jobsite. Wherever the job, whatever the load,
you’ll discover parallel lift with no parallel.

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Hard work never

Hard work never

Hard work never

felt this easy.

felt this easy.

felt this easy.

From the convenient controls that customize
machine operation, to the comfortable fully
adjustable armchair seat, the J-Series
loaders have everything your operators need
to be their productive best. All-around
visibility is unobstructed, and an improved
HVAC system helps keep the view clear,
the cab comfortable. Your choice of single-

or two-lever pilot-operated controls and
an all-new sealed switch module allow
convenient, fingertip control of multiple
machine operations. Up-front, a state-of­the-art multi-function monitor with easy-to­read messaging, large analog gauges, and
LED warning lights provides vital machine
information at a glance.

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Conveniently positioned switch module helps reduce operator
fatigue with clearly visible backlit and sealed controls.

Standard air-ride armchair seat adjusts multiple ways for
extra comfort.

Eleven automotive-style louvers including two directed at
the pedals and independently adjustable defrosters provide
effective airflow to help keep the glass clear and the
pressurized cab comfortable.

1. Choose from single-lever joystick or two-lever

fingertip pilot-operated controls. Single-lever
control can also be equipped with an optional
fingertip FNR selector for convenient direction
and full-range gear changes. Both controls also
include John Deere’s innovative Quick-Shift
feature that allows pushbutton gear changes,
one gear at a time.

2. Advanced, multi-language monitor with analog

gauges and LED indicators provides:

A. Vital and general operating information

including transmission mode, gear, engine
rpms, and ground speed.

B. Diagnostic readings of most sensors and

switches, enabling technicians to quickly

troubleshoot problems.

C. Customized machine settings that let an

operator match operating characteristics to
specific applications by preselecting trans­mission functions such as Quick Shift and
Auto-to-1st for maximum productivity.

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Since the hydraulic system provides only the power
required, there’s no wasted horsepower or fuel.

When rpms drop below 2,200, the horsepower
actually goes up.

The John Deere Power Bulge advantage helps
maintain good boom and bucket speed into the pile.

Smart-shift technology ensures that gear changes
are smooth as silk, regardless of whether the
bucket is empty or fully loaded.

Responsive steering and full 80-degree articulation
increase maneuverability in tight quarters — for
fast cycle times and fewer “three-point” turns.

1. Backlit buttons in the sealed switch

module allow fingertip control of numerous
functions. No tools are required to adjust
boom height kick-out, return-to-carry, or
return-to-dig. Instead, the operator sets
these from the seat.

2. Return-to-dig places the attachment

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at a predetermined level position. The
switch has two presets, for increased
convenience and productivity in
applications requiring frequent
changeover between attachments.

3. Boom height kick-out sets maximum

desired dump height, while return-to­carry sets the lowered boom position.
Use these two John Deere advantages
to speed production in repetitive
loading applications.

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More power and

More power and

More power and

control means

control means

control means

more productivity.

more productivity.

more productivity.

If you’ve got maximum productivity in mind, the
J-Series loaders deliver. But it’s not just their
torque reserves and Power Bulge advantage
that make these such impressive performers.
Excavator-style hydraulics sense the load and
deliver the multi-function power needed for fast

work cycles. You won’t find a smoother shifting
loader, either. The powershift torque-converter
transmission employs smart-shift technology to
continuously evaluate speed and load conditions,
and adjusts clutch-pack engagement to suit.
For more productivity without extra effort.

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As reliable as they

As reliable as they

As reliable as they

are versatile.

are versatile.

are versatile.

It’s all about uptime. So we gave the J-Series
Powerllel
to help them succeed. Features such as
a sealed solid-state electrical distribution
center, advanced diagnostic monitor, extended
service intervals, and a unique Quad-Cool
system help them work harder, longer.
Naturally, the 444J, 544J, and 624J also

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loaders plenty of enhancements

come equipped with many traditional
John Deere durability features, including
reinforced articulation joints with double
tapered roller bearings, inboard planetary
axles with self-adjusting inboard wet-disk

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brakes, and four-plate loader frames, to list
just a few. Versatility and reliability — get a
Powerllel loader and get both.

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Large capacity fuel tanks let you run longer between fill-ups.

Four steel plates support the far end of the boom pivot,
extending the life of the pins and protecting the boom
cylinder hoses.

Service intervals for engine oil, transmission filter, and hydraulic
oil have been extended to 500, 1,000, and 4,000 hours.

Wet-sleeves provide uniform engine cooling and longer
durability than cast-in-block designs.

Standard features such as bypass-start protection, automatic
park brake, convenient handholds, and slip-resistant steps help
keep the operator out of harm’s way.

1. Electrical distribution center employs

highly reliable circuit-board technology
and solid-state switches, eliminating
numerous wiring harnesses, fuses,
relays, and connectors.

2. Optional reversible fan automatically

reverses every 30 minutes, ejecting
debris from the radiator and coolers
for more uptime and productivity. Or
just hit a button to choose your own
cleaning cycles.

3. Planetary final drives are mounted

inboard. Since gear size isn’t limited
by wheel hub diameter, larger, more
durable components are used. Hydraulic
wet-disk brakes self-adjust for wear.

4. The coupler’s single floating cylinder is

well protected, yet accessible. Integrated
coupler plumbing, flat-face O-ring seal
couplers, and cable-reinforced hoses
further enhance durability.

5. Sealed, gold-pin electrical connectors

resist corrosion for superior long­term integrity.

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Axle options include front differential lock with conventional
rear or front and rear differential locks. For limited slip or
conventional front and rear axles, see your John Deere dealer.

Available sound suppression packages make J-Series cabs
even quieter, some by as much as 5 dBa.

Electrical corrosion protection and harsh environment cooling
packages help these loaders survive, even thrive, in tough­duty applications.

Onboard weighing systems such as Loadrite™enable you to fill
each truck to its full legal limit for maximum productivity.

1. Equip your loader with the bucket teeth

or edges that best suit your application.
Interchangeable JAGZ™edges, easy­digging Fanggs™teeth, and special-duty
Guardian Poly-Edges all deliver superior
life and a host of other advantages to a
wide variety of work.

2. General-purpose or excavating buckets

are available in pin-on or coupler
configurations from 2.0–3.5 cu. yd.
Or opt for the 60-inch-wide forks with

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48- or 60-inch tines and turn these
loaders into all-terrain material handlers.

3. Ride-control option enables the

hydraulic lift cylinders to act as shock
absorbers, letting these loaders navigate
rough terrain more quickly with better
material retention.

4. Full front and rear tire fenders and mud

flaps help keep the machine free of mud
and debris.

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Add an option, and add

Add an option, and add

Add an option, and add

to your productivity.

to your productivity.

to your productivity.

Even in their basic attire, Powerllel™loaders
are equipped with plenty of production­enhancing features. But when your work
requires even more, choose from a multitude

of factory- and dealer-installed options
and attachments that help put it all within
reach. So go ahead — explore your options,
and increase your profit opportunities.

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Hydraulically driven fan
runs only as needed —
for efficient cooling
and reduced fuel
consumption.

Optional reversing fan
automatically back-blows
every 30 minutes, to help
keep cooler cores clean.
Or hit the button to
choose your own
cleaning cycles.

All daily service points
including fuel are on
the left side for quick
and convenient ground­level access.

Quad-Cool

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system
keeps the radiator; air­conditioner condenser;
intercooler; and hydraulic,
transmission, and optional
axle coolers isolated from
engine heat for increased
efficiency and durability.

Large service doors
swing open wide,
providing quick entry
to the engine and
Quad-Cool system
compartments.

Three-millimeter
perforations act as a
“first filter,” preventing
entry of most airborne
debris. Both sides of
all coolers are easily
accessible for cleaning,
if necessary.

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We made ourselves

We made ourselves

We made ourselves

even more accessible.

even more accessible.

even more accessible.

When it comes to helping you control daily
operating costs, we’re open to new ideas —
and these loaders are packed with them.Take
the new Quad-Cool
It places the radiator and transmission,
hydraulic, and air-to-air coolers in a separate
compartment for extra efficiency and decreased

1. Vertical spin-on oil filters allow quick, no-spill

changes. Extended transmission, engine, and
hydraulic oil service intervals contribute to low
operating costs.

4. Conveniently located, easy-to-read sight

gauges let you check fluid levels at a glance.

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system, for example.

2. Greasing is less messy with centralized lube

banks providing easy access to difficult-to­reach zerks.

5. Lockable compartment swings open, offering

convenient ground-level access to batteries
and electrical disconnect switch.

debris buildup. We didn’t stop there. Service
intervals have been extended, and ground­level same-side service points help make
quick work of the daily routine. The list
of features that help minimize J-Series
maintenance goes on and on. And so will
the daily operating cost savings you’ll enjoy.

3. If something goes wrong, the advanced monitor

gives easy-to-understand diagnostic messages
and even offers possible solutions to help get you
back up and running more quickly.

6. Your John Deere dealer has the parts and

service and a wide variety of preventative
maintenance and support programs to help
you control costs and stay productive.

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Specifications

Specifications

Specifications

Engine 444J

Type. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . John Deere POWERTECHTM4045H; meets EPA Tier II non-road emissions regulations

Cylinders . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

Valves Per Cylinder. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2

Displacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 276 cu. in. (4.5 L)

Net Peak Power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 125 hp (90 kW) @ 2,000 rpm

Net Rated Power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 115 hp (82 kW) @ 2,200 rpm

Net Peak Torque . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 375 lb.-ft. (505 Nm) @ 1,400 rpm

Net Torque Rise . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37%

Net Power Bulge. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10%

Fuel System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . electronically controlled rotary pump-line-nozzle

Lube System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . full-flow spin-on filter and integral cooler

Aspiration. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . turbocharged, charge air cooled

Air Cleaner . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . dual element dry type, restriction indicator in cab monitor for service

Fan Drive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . hydraulically driven, proportionally controlled, fan aft of coolers

Electrical System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24 volt with 80-amp alternator

Batteries (two 12 volt) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 950 CCA

Transmission

Type. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . countershaft-type powershift

Torque Converter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . single stage, single phase

Shift Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . electronically modulated, adaptive, load and speed dependent

Operator Interface . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . steering-column or joystick-mounted F-N-R and gear-select lever, kick-down button on hydraulic lever

Shift Modes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . auto/manual, auto to 1st or 2nd, kick down or kick up/down, three clutch cutoff settings adjustable on switch pad

Travel Speeds* Forward Reverse

Gear 1 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4.5 mph (7.2 km/h) 4.7 mph (7.5 km/h)

Gear 2 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7.7 mph (12.4 km/h) 8.1 mph (13.1 km/h)

Gear 3 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14.9 mph (24.0 km/h) 15.7 mph (25.3 km/h)

Gear 4 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23.4 mph (37.7 km/h)

*Equipped with 17.5-25 tires.

Axles/Brakes

Final Drives . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . heavy-duty inboard planetary

Differentials* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . hydraulic locking front, conventional rear — standard; dual locking front and rear — optional

Rear Axle Oscillation, Stop to Stop**. . . . . . . . . . . . 24 degrees

Brakes (conform to SAE J1473, ISO3450)

Service Brakes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . hydraulically actuated, inboard, carrier mounted, pressure oil cooled, self adjusting, multi-disc

Parking Brake . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . automatic spring applied, hydraulically released, oil cooled, multi-disc

*Contact dealer for information regarding limited slip and conventional front and rear availability.

**Equipped with 17.5-25 tires.

Tires

Choice of (with three-piece rims) Tread Width Width Over Tires Change In Vertical Height

17.5 R 25 L-3T . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 74.8 in. (1900 mm) 92.3 in. (2345 mm) 0 in. (0 mm)

17.5 R 25 L-2 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 74.8 in. (1900 mm) 92.9 in. (2359 mm) – 0.5 in. (– 13 mm)

17.5 R 25 L-3 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 74.8 in. (1900 mm) 92.4 in. (2348 mm) + 0.8 in. (+ 2 mm)

17.5-25 L-2*. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 74.8 in. (1900 mm) 92.9 in. (2359 mm) – 0.5 in. (– 13 mm)

17.5-25 L-2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 74.8 in. (1900 mm) 92.8 in. (2357 mm) – 0.4 in. (– 10 mm)

17.5-25 L-3. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 74.8 in. (1900 mm) 92.8 in. (2357 mm) – 0.3 in. (– 8 mm)

20.5 R 25 L-2 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 76.8 in. (1950 mm) 97.7 in. (2482 mm) + 2.8 in. (+ 70 mm)

20.5-25 L-2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 76.8 in. (1950 mm) 98.6 in. (2504 mm) + 2.6 in. (+ 67 mm)

600/65 R 25 L-3T . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 76.8 in. (1950 mm) 100.2 in. (2544 mm) + 1.8 in. (+ 47 mm)

*Equipped with one-piece rims.

Refill Capacities (U.S.)

Fuel tank (with ground-level fueling) . . . . . . . . . . . 65 gal. (246 L)

Cooling System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22 qt. (21 L)

Engine Lubrication, Including Full-Flow Spin-On

Filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18.5 qt. (17.5 L)

Powershift Transmission, Including Filter . . . . . . . . 19.5 qt. (18.5 L)

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Refill Capacities (U.S.)

Differential (each axle)

Front . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18 qt. (17 L)

Rear . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18 qt. (17 L)

Loader Hydraulic Reservoir and Filters . . . . . . . . . . 25.5 gal. (96.5 L)

Wet-Disc Parking Brake . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 oz. (0.3 L)

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444J

Hydraulic System/Steering

Pump (loader and steering). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . variable-displacement, axial-piston pump; closed-center, pressure-compensating system

Maximum Flow @ 2,350 rpm . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37 gpm (140 L/m) @ 1,000 psi (6895 kPa)

Pressure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . loader and steering relief 3,600 psi (24 850 kPa)

Loader Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . two-function valve; single- or dual-lever controls; control lever lockout feature; optional third- and fourth-function valve with auxiliary lever

Steering (conforms to SAE J1511)

Type . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . power, fully hydraulic

Pressure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3,600 psi (24 850 kPa) relief

Articulation Angle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 80-degree arc (40 degrees each direction)

Hydraulic Cycle Times

Raise. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5.5 sec.

Dump . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.1 sec.

Lower . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.9 sec. (float down)

Total . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8.5 sec.

Maximum Lift Capacity (with 2.0-cu.-yd. [1.5 m

general-purpose bucket with bolt-on edge)

Lift at Ground Level . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23,412 lb. (10 619 kg)

Turning Radius (measured to centerline of out-

side tire). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15 ft. 5 in. (4703 mm)

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Dimensions with Pin-On Bucket

Height to Top of Cab and Canopy. . . . . . . . . . . . 10 ft. 4.2 in. (3154 mm)

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B Height to Top of Exhaust . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 ft. 3.6 in. (3140 mm)

C Ground Clearance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15.6 in. (395.5 mm)

D Length from Centerline to Front Axle. . . . . . . . . 54.1 in. (1375 mm)

E Wheelbase . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 108.3 in. (2750 mm)

F Dump Height. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (see page 19)

G Height to Hinge Pin, Fully Raised. . . . . . . . . . . . 12 ft. 0 in. (3650 mm)

H Dump Reach . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (see page 19)

I Maximum Digging Depth. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4.8 in. (123 mm)

J Overall Length. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (see page 19)

K Maximum Rollback at Ground Level . . . . . . . . . 41 degrees

48° Maximum

50° Maximum

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Dump Clearance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (see page 19)

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B Dump Reach . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (see page 19)

C Maximum Digging Depth. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5.9 in. (151 mm)

D Height to Hinge Pin, Fully Raised. . . . . . . . . . . . 12 ft. 0 in. (3650 mm)

E Overall Length. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (see page 19)

F Maximum Rollback, Boom Fully Raised. . . . . . . 48 degrees

G Maximum Bucket Angle, Fully Raised . . . . . . . . 50 degrees

H Maximum Rollback at Ground Level . . . . . . . . . 42 degrees

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444J POWERLLEL LOADER WITH QUICK-COUPLER AND CONSTRUCTION FORK

Dimensions with Quick-Coupler and Construction Fork

Reach, Fully Raised. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 ft. 0.4 in. (924 mm)

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B Fork Height, Fully Raised. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 ft. 4 in. (3455 mm)

C Maximum Reach, Fork Level . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 ft. 6 in. (1679 mm)

D Fork Height, Maximum Reach . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 ft. 7 in. (1692 mm)

E Reach, Ground Level . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 ft. 6 in. (1055 mm)

F Depth Below Ground . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4.4 in. (113 mm)

G Tine Length. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (see page 19)

H Overall Length. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (see page 19)

Powerllel Linkage Information with Pin-On-Type Bucket

Bucket Type/Size w/Bolt-On Edge w/Bolt-On Edge

Capacity, Heaped SAE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.5 cu. yd. (1.9 m

Capacity, Struck SAE. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.1 cu. yd. (1.6 m

Bucket Weight. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1,991 lb. (903 kg) 1,850 lb. (839 kg)

Bucket Width. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100.4 in. (2550 mm) 100.4 in. (2550 mm)

Breakout Force, SAE J732C. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16,233 lb. (7362 kg) 18,204 lb. (8257 kg)

Tipping Load, Straight . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16,578 lb. (7514 kg) 16,965 lb. (7694 kg)

Tipping Load, 40-Degree Full Turn, SAE. . . . . . 14,330 lb. (6499 kg) 14,696 lb. (6665 kg)

Reach, 45-Degree Dump, 7-ft. (2.13 m)

Clearance. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61.7 in. (1568 mm) 60.4 in. (1533 mm)

Reach, 45-Degree Dump, Full Height. . . . . . . . 44.8 in. (1138 mm) 41.7 in. (1060 mm)

Dump Clearance, 45 Degree, Full Height . . . . . 105.5 in. (2680 mm) 108.6 in. (2758 mm)

Overall Length, Bucket on Ground . . . . . . . . . . 22 ft. 9 in. (6937 mm) 22 ft. 4 in. (6818 mm)

Loader Clearance Circle, Bucket In Carry

Position . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36 ft. 7 in. (11 156 mm) 36 ft. 5 in. (11 092 mm)

Operating Weight. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23,926 lb. (10 851 kg) 23,785 lb. (10 787 kg)

Loader operating information is based on machine with all standard equipment; 175-lb. (79 kg) operator; and full fuel tank.This information is affected by tire size, ballast, and different

attachments.

General Purpose General Purpose

3

) 2.0 cu. yd. (1.5 m3)

3

) 1.6 cu. yd. (1.2 m3)

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Powerllel Linkage Information
with Quick-Coupler and Bucket 444J

Bucket Type/Size w/Bolt-On Edge w/Bolt-On Edge

Capacity, Heaped SAE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.5 cu. yd. (1.9 m

Capacity, Struck SAE. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.1 cu. yd. (1.6 m

Bucket Weight (with coupler). . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2,880 lb. (1270 kg) 2,643 lb. (1199 kg)

Bucket Width. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100.4 in. (2550 mm) 100.4 in. (2550 mm)

Breakout Force, SAE J732C. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13,352 lb. (6056 kg) 14,770 lb. (6698 kg)

Tipping Load, Straight . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14,672 lb. (6654 kg) 15,018 lb. (6811 kg)

Tipping Load, 40-Degree Full Turn, SAE. . . . . . 12,586 lb. (5708 kg) 12,910 lb. (5855 kg)

Reach, 45-Degree Dump, 7-ft. (2.13 m)

Clearance. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63.3 in. (1609 mm) 62.3 in. (1582 mm)

Reach, 45-Degree Dump, Full Height. . . . . . . . 50.2 in. (1274 mm) 47.0 in. (1195 mm)

Dump Clearance, 45 Degree, Full Height . . . . . 99.6 in. (2530 mm) 102.7 in. (2608 mm)

Overall Length, Bucket on Ground . . . . . . . . . . 23 ft. 5 in. (7135 mm) 23 ft. 0.5 in. (7026 mm)

Loader Clearance Circle, Bucket In Carry

Position . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37 ft. 1 in. (11 298 mm) 36 ft. 10 in. (11 220 mm)

Operating Weight. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24,736 lb. (11 218 kg) 24,577 lb. (11 146 kg)

Loader operating information is based on machine with all standard equipment; 175-lb. (79 kg) operator; and full fuel tank.This information is affected by tire size, ballast, and different

attachments.

General Purpose General Purpose

3

) 2.0 cu. yd. (1.5 m3)

3

) 1.6 cu. yd. (1.2 m3)

Adjustments to Operating Weights for Powerllel Linkage

Adjustments to operating weights and tipping loads for 2.5-cu.-yd. (1.9 m3) general-purpose bucket with bolt-on cutting edge

Add (+) or deduct (–) lb. (kg) as indicated for Tipping Load, 40-

loaders with three-piece rims and Operating Weight Tipping Load, Straight Degree Full Turn, SAE

17.5 R 25 L-3T tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0 lb. (0 kg) 0 lb. (0 kg) 0 lb. (0 kg)

17.5 R 25 L-2 tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . – 228 lb. (– 104 kg) – 137 lb. (– 62 kg) – 125 lb. (– 57 kg)

17.5 R 25 L-3 tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . – 33 lb. (– 15 kg) – 20 lb. (– 9 kg) – 18 lb. (– 8 kg)

17.5-25 L-2 tires* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . – 544 lb. (– 247 kg) – 326 lb. (– 148 kg) – 299 lb. (– 136 kg)

17.5-25 L-2 tires. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . – 496 lb. (– 225 kg) – 298 lb. (– 135 kg) – 273 lb. (– 124 kg)

17.5-25 L-3 tires. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . – 460 lb. (– 209 kg) – 276 lb. (– 125 kg) – 253 lb. (– 115 kg)

20.5 R 25 L-2 tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . + 412 lb. (+ 187 kg) + 247 lb. (+ 112 kg) + 227 lb. (+ 103 kg)

20.5-25 L-2 tires. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . + 92 lb. (+ 42 kg) + 55 lb. (+ 25 kg) + 51 lb. (+ 23 kg)

600/65 R 25 L-3T tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . + 1,316 lb. (+ 598 kg) + 790 lb. (+ 359 kg) + 724 lb. (+ 291 kg)

CaCl

in 17.5-25 rear tires** . . . . . . . . . . . . . . + 1,179 lb. (+ 535 kg) + 1,415 lb. (+ 642 kg) + 1,297 lb. (+ 589 kg)

2

*Equipped with one-piece rims.

**CaCl

not recommended with 65 R 25, 20.5-25, and 20.5 R 25 tires.

2

Powerllel Linkage Information with Quick-Coupler and Construction Fork

Tine Length 48 in. (1220 mm) 60 in. (1525 mm)

Overall Length . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24 ft. 6 in. (7476 mm) 25 ft. 6 in. (7780 mm)

Tipping Load, Straight (fork level, load

centered forward 24 in. [610 mm]

on 48-in. [1220 mm] tine and 30 in.

[762 mm] on 60-in. [1525 mm] tine) . . . . 12,877 lb. (5840 kg) 12,141 lb. (5506 kg)

Tipping Load, 40-Degree Full Turn (fork

level, load centered forward 24 in.

[610 mm] on 48-in. [1220 mm] tine

and 30 in. [762 mm] on 60-in. [1525

mm] tine) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11,210 lb. (5084 kg) 10,558 lb. (4788 kg)

Operating Weight. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23,091 lb. (10 472 kg) 23,183 lb. (10 514 kg)

Bucket Selection Guide*

444J Powerllel Pin-On Bucket Selection Guide

5.00
(3.8)

)

3

4.00
(3.1)

3.00
(2.3)

BUCKET SIZE cu. yd.(m

2.00
(1.5)

lb./cu.yd.

3

kg/m

600

*

This guide,representing bucket sizes not necessarily manufactured by Deere, will help you in selecting proper bucket size for material density,loader configuration, and operating conditions.
Optimum bucket size is determined afteradding or subtracting all tipping load changes due to optional equipment. The “conservative load” line on this guide is recommended when operating
in conditions such as soft ground and unlevelsurfaces. The “maximum load” condition on this guide is sometimes utilized when operatingon firm ground and level surfaces.

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General-Purpose Bucket

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900

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Deere 2.0-cu.-yd.(1.5 m3)
General-Purpose Bucket

2,000 2,500 3,000 3,500

2100

4,000

2400

180015001200

MATERIAL (Loose weight)

Caliche
Cinders
Clay and gravel, dry
Clay and gravel, wet
Clay,dry
Clay,natural bed
Clay,wet
Coal, anthracite,broken
Coal, bituminous,broken
Earth, dry,packed
Earth, loam
Earth, wet,excavated
Granite, brokenor large crushed
Gravel, dry
Gravel, dry 1/2" to 2" (13 to 50 mm)
Gravel, pit run (graveled sand)
Gravel, wet 1/2" to 2" (13 to 50 mm)
Gypsum, crushed
Limestone, brokenor crushed
Magnetite, ironore
Phosphate rock
Pyrite, iron ore
Sand and gravel, dry
Sand and gravel, wet
Sand, dry
Sand, wet
Sandstone, broken
Shale
Slag, broken
Stone, crushed
Topsoil

lb./cu. yd.

2,100
1,000
2,400
2,600
2,500
2,800
2,800
1,850
1,400
2,550
2,100
2,700
2,800
2,550
2,850
3,250
3,400
2,700
2,600
4,700
2,160
4,350
2,900
3,400
2,400
3,100
2,550
2,100
2,950
2,700
1,600

3

kg/m

1250

590

5.00

1420

(3.8)

1540
1480
1660
1660

4.00

1100

(3.1)

)

3

830
1510
1250
1600

3.00

1660

(2.3)

1510
1690
1930
2020

2.00

BUCKET SIZE cu. yd.(m

1600

(1.5)

1540
2790
1280
2580
1720

lb./cu.yd.

2020
1420
1840
1510
1250
1750
1600

3

kg/m

600

*

This guide,representing bucket sizes not necessarily manufactured by Deere, will help you in selecting proper bucket size for material density,loader configuration, and operating conditions.
Optimum bucket size is determined afteradding or subtracting all tipping load changes due to optional equipment. The “conservative load” line on this guide is recommended when operating
in conditions such as soft ground and unlevelsurfaces. The “maximum load” condition on this guide is sometimes utilized when operatingon firm ground and level surfaces.

950

444J Powerllel Quick-Coupler Bucket Selection Guide

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Deere 2.5-cu.-yd.(1.9 m3)
General-Purpose Bucket

1,500

900

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Deere 2.0-cu.-yd.(1.5 m3)
General-Purpose Bucket

2,000 2,500 3,000 3,500

180015001200

2100

4,000

2400

Specifications

Specifications

Specifications

Engine 544J

Type. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . John Deere POWERTECHTM6068H; meets EPA Tier II non-road emissions regulations

Cylinders . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

Valves Per Cylinder. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2

Displacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 414 cu. in. (6.8 L)

Net Peak Power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 160 hp (116 kW) @ 1,900 rpm

Net Rated Power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 145 hp (100 kW) @ 2,200 rpm

Net Peak Torque . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 485 lb.-ft. (650 Nm) @ 1,400 rpm

Net Torque Rise . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41%

Net Power Bulge. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11%

Fuel System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . electronically controlled rotary pump-line-nozzle

Lube System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . full-flow spin-on filter and integral cooler

Aspiration. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . turbocharged, charge air cooled

Air Cleaner . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . dual element dry type, restriction indicator in cab monitor for service

Fan Drive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . hydraulically driven, proportionally controlled, fan aft of coolers

Electrical System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24 volt with 80-amp alternator

Batteries (two 12 volt) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 950 CCA

Transmission

Type. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . countershaft-type powershift

Torque Converter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . single stage, single phase

Shift Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . electronically modulated, adaptive, load and speed dependent

Operator Interface . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . steering-column or joystick-mounted F-N-R and gear-select lever, kick-down button on hydraulic lever

Shift Modes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . auto/manual, auto to 1st or 2nd, kick down or kick up/down, three clutch cutoff settings adjustable on switch pad

Travel Speeds* Forward Reverse

Gear 1 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4.3 mph (6.9 km/h) 4.5 mph (7.3 km/h)

Gear 2 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7.4 mph (11.9 km/h) 7.8 mph (12.6 km/h)

Gear 3 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14.2 mph (22.8 km/h) 15.0 mph (24.1 km/h)

Gear 4 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23.8 mph (38.4 km/h)

*Equipped with 20.5-25 tires.

Axles/Brakes

Final Drives . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . heavy-duty inboard planetary

Differentials* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . hydraulic locking front, conventional rear — standard; dual locking front and rear — optional

Rear Axle Oscillation, Stop to Stop**. . . . . . . . . . . . 24 degrees

Brakes (conform to SAE J1473, ISO3450)

Service Brakes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . hydraulically actuated, inboard, carrier mounted, pressure oil cooled, self adjusting, multi-disc

Parking Brake . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . automatic spring applied, hydraulically released, oil cooled, multi-disc

*Contact dealer for information regarding limited slip and conventional front and rear availability.

**Equipped with 17.5-25 tires.

Tires

Choice of (with three-piece rims) Tread Width Width Over Tires Change In Vertical Height

20.5 R 25 L-3T . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 76.8 in. (1950 mm) 97.7 in. (2482 mm) 0 in. (0 mm)

20.5 R 25 L-2 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 76.8 in. (1950 mm) 97.7 in. (2482 mm) + 1.45 in. (+ 37 mm)

20.5 R 25 L-3 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 76.8 in. (1950 mm) 97.5 in. (2477 mm) + 1.37 in. (+ 35 mm)

20.5-25 L-2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 76.8 in. (1950 mm) 97.7 in. (2483 mm) – 0.27 in. (– 7 mm)

20.5-25 L-3. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 76.8 in. (1950 mm) 97.9 in. (2488 mm) – 0.04 in. (– 1 mm)

600/65 R 25 L-3T . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 76.8 in. (1950 mm) 100.2 in. (2544 mm) – 0.83 in. (– 21 mm)

23.1-26 Logger* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 84.0 in. (2136 mm) 107.2 in. (2723 mm) + 1.9 in. (+ 48 mm)

*Equipped with one-piece rims.

Refill Capacities (U.S.)

Fuel tank (with ground-level fueling) . . . . . . . . . . . 85 gal. (322 L)

Cooling System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22 qt. (21 L)

Engine Lubrication, Including Full-Flow Spin-On

Filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19.5 qt. (18.5 L)

Powershift Transmission, Including Filter . . . . . . . . 19.5 qt. (18.5 L)

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Refill Capacities (U.S.)

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45˚

I

G

K

H

E

D

B

A

C

Cab and Canopy

50° Maximum

50° Maximum

Differential (each axle)

Front . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19 qt. (18 L)

Rear . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19 qt. (18 L)

Loader Hydraulic Reservoir and Filters . . . . . . . . . . 25.5 gal. (96.5 L)

Wet-Disc Parking Brake . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 oz. (0.3 L)

(continued)

544J

Hydraulic System/Steering

Pump (loader and steering). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . variable-displacement, axial-piston pump; closed-center, pressure-compensating system

Maximum Flow @ 2,350 rpm . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50 gpm (189 L/m) @ 1,000 psi (6895 kPa)

Pressure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . loader and steering relief 3,650 psi (25 167 kPa)

Loader Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . two-function valve; single- or dual-lever controls; control lever lockout feature; optional third- and fourth-function valve with auxiliary lever

Steering (conforms to SAE J1511)

Type . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . power, fully hydraulic

Pressure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3,650 psi (25 167 kPa) relief

Articulation Angle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 80-degree arc (40 degrees each direction)

Hydraulic Cycle Times

Raise. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5.5 sec.

Dump . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.4 sec.

Lower . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.5 sec. (float down)

Total . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9.4 sec.

Maximum Lift Capacity (with 2.5-cu.-yd.

3

[1.9 m

] bucket with bolt-on edge)

Lift at Ground Level . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27,974 lb. (12 689 kg)

Turning Radius (measured to centerline of out-

side tire). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16 ft. 3 in. (4959 mm)

Dimensions with Pin-On Bucket

Height to Top of Cab and Canopy. . . . . . . . . . . . 10 ft. 7.6 in. (3241 mm)

A

B Height to Top of Exhaust . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 ft. 7.0 in. (3227 mm)

C Ground Clearance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17.7 in. (450.5 mm)

D Length from Centerline to Front Axle. . . . . . . . . 57.1 in. (1450 mm)

E Wheelbase . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 114.2 in. (2900 mm)

F Dump Height. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (see page 23)

G Height to Hinge Pin, Fully Raised. . . . . . . . . . . . 12 ft. 8.0 in. (3870 mm)

H Dump Reach . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (see page 23)

I Maximum Digging Depth. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3.0 in. (74.2 mm)

J Overall Length. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (see page 23)

K Maximum Rollback at Ground Level . . . . . . . . . 41 degrees

Dimensions with Quick­Coupler and Bucket 544J

Dump Clearance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (see page 23)

A

B Dump Reach . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (see page 23)

C Maximum Digging Depth. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5.0 in. (127 mm)

D Height to Hinge Pin, Fully Raised. . . . . . . . . . . . 12 ft. 8.0 in. (3870 mm)

E Overall Length. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (see page 23)

F Maximum Rollback, Boom Fully Raised. . . . . . . 50 degrees

G Maximum Bucket Angle, Fully Raised . . . . . . . . 50 degrees

H Maximum Rollback at Ground Level . . . . . . . . . 42 degrees

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544J POWERLLEL LOADER WITH QUICK-COUPLER AND CONSTRUCTION FORK

Dimensions with Quick-Coupler and Construction Fork

Reach, Fully Raised. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 ft. 9 in. (829 mm)

A

B Fork Height, Fully Raised. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 ft. 1 in. (3675 mm)

C Maximum Reach, Fork Level . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 ft. 5 in. (1652 mm)

D Fork Height, Maximum Reach . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 ft. 10 in. (1785 mm)

E Reach, Ground Level . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 ft. 3 in. (994 mm)

F Depth Below Ground . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0.75 in. (19 mm)

G Tine Length. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (see page 23)

H Overall Length. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (see page 23)

Powerllel Linkage Information with Pin-On-Type Bucket

Bucket Type/Size w/Bolt-On Edge w/Bolt-On Edge w/Bolt-On Edge

Capacity, Heaped SAE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3.0 cu. yd. (2.3 m

Capacity, Struck SAE. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.6 cu. yd. (2.0 m

Bucket Weight. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2,428 lb. (1101 kg) 2,439 lb. (1106 kg) 2,095 lb. (950 kg)

Bucket Width. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100.4 in. (2550 mm) 105.9 in. (2690 mm) 100.4 in. (2550 mm)

Breakout Force, SAE J732C. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21,372 lb. (9692 kg) 22,866 lb. (10 372 kg) 24,987 lb. (11 334 kg)

Tipping Load, Straight . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20,255 lb. (9186 kg) 20,414 lb. (9258 kg) 21,003 lb. (9525 kg)

Tipping Load, 40-Degree Full Turn, SAE. . . . . . 17,470 lb. (7923 kg) 17,627 lb. (7994 kg) 18,187 lb. (8248 kg)

Reach, 45-Degree Dump, 7-ft. (2.13 m)

Clearance. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63.2 in. (1606 mm) 62.2 in. (1581 mm) 61.0 in. (1550 mm)

Reach, 45-Degree Dump, Full Height. . . . . . . . 43.3 in. (1099 mm) 41.1 in. (1045 mm) 38.7 in. (983 mm)

Dump Clearance, 45 Degree, Full Height . . . . . 109.7 in. (2786 mm) 111.9 in. (2841 mm) 114.3 in. (2902 mm)

Overall Length, Bucket on Ground . . . . . . . . . . 24 ft. 7 in. (7497 mm) 24 ft. 4 in. (7422 mm) 23 ft. 11 in. (7296 mm)

Loader Clearance Circle, Bucket In Carry

Position . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38 ft. 6 in. (11 736 mm) 38 ft. 3 in. (11 660 mm) 37 ft. 11 in. (11 556 mm)

Operating Weight. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28,625 lb. (12 982 kg) 28,636 lb. (12 987 kg) 28,292 lb. (12 831 kg)

Loader operating information is based on machine with all standard equipment; 175-lb. (79 kg) operator; and full fuel tank.This information is affected by tire size, ballast, and different

attachments.

General Purpose General Purpose General Purpose

3

) 3.0 cu. yd. (2.3 m3) 2.5 cu. yd. (1.9 m3)

3

) 2.6 cu. yd. (2.0 m3) 2.1 cu. yd. (1.6 m3)

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Powerllel Linkage Information
with Quick-Coupler and Bucket 544J

Bucket Type/Size w/Bolt-On Edge w/Bolt-On Edge

Capacity, Heaped SAE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3.0 cu. yd. (2.3 m

Capacity, Struck SAE. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.6 cu. yd. (2.0 m

Bucket Weight (with coupler). . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3,210 lb. (1456 kg) 2,891 lb. (1311 kg)

Bucket Width. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 105.9 in. (2690 mm) 100.4 in. (2550 mm)

Breakout Force, SAE J732C. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18,968 lb. (9604 kg) 19,684 lb. (8927 kg)

Tipping Load, Straight . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18,035 lb. (8179 kg) 18,701 lb. (8481 kg)

Tipping Load, 40-Degree Full Turn, SAE. . . . . . 15,466 lb. (7014 kg) 16,090 lb. (7297 kg)

Reach, 45-Degree Dump, 7-ft. (2.13 m)

Clearance. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63.0 in. (1600 mm) 65.3 in. (1659 mm)

Reach, 45-Degree Dump, Full Height. . . . . . . . 45.7 in. (1161 mm) 46.3 in. (1176 mm)

Dump Clearance, 45 Degree, Full Height . . . . . 104.75 in. (2661 mm) 108.0 in. (2744 mm)

Overall Length, Bucket on Ground . . . . . . . . . . 25 ft. 0.4 in. (7630 mm) 24 ft. 11 in. (7587 mm)

Loader Clearance Circle, Bucket In Carry

Position . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39 ft. 0 in. (11 892 mm) 38 ft. 5 in. (11 700 mm)

Operating Weight. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29,408 lb. (13 337 kg) 29,088 lb. (13 192 kg)

Loader operating information is based on machine with all standard equipment; 175-lb. (79 kg) operator; and full fuel tank.This information is affected by tire size, ballast, and different

attachments.

General Purpose General Purpose

3

) 2.5 cu. yd. (1.9 m3)

3

) 2.1 cu. yd. (1.6 m3)

Adjustments to Operating Weights for Powerllel Linkage

Adjustments to operating weights and tipping loads for 3.0-cu.-yd. (2.3 m3) general-purpose bucket with bolt-on cutting edge

Add (+) or deduct (–) lb. (kg) as indicated for Tipping Load, 40-

loaders with three-piece rims and Operating Weight Tipping Load, Straight Degree Full Turn, SAE

20.5 R 25 L-3T tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0 lb. (0 kg) 0 lb. (0 kg) 0 lb. (0 kg)

20.5 R 25 L-2 tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . – 228 lb. (– 104 kg) – 148 lb. (– 68 kg) – 131 lb. (– 60 kg)

20.5 R 25 L-3 tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . – 64 lb. (– 29 kg) – 42 lb. (– 19 kg) – 37 lb. (– 17 kg)

20.5-25 L-2 tires. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . – 548 lb. (– 249 kg) – 356 lb. (– 162 kg) – 315 lb. (– 143 kg)

20.5-25 L-3 tires. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . – 416 lb. (– 189 kg) – 270 lb. (– 123 kg) – 239 lb. (– 109 kg)

600/65 R 25 L-3T tires**. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . + 676 lb. (+ 307 kg) + 439 lb. (+ 200 kg) + 389 lb. (+ 177 kg)

23.1-26 Logger tires* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . + 44 lb. (+ 20 kg) + 29 lb. (+ 13 kg) + 25 lb. (+ 12 kg)

CaCl

in 20.5-25 rear tires. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . + 1,821 lb. (+ 826 kg) + 2,367 lb. (+ 1074 kg) + 2,094 lb. (+ 950 kg)

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*Equipped with one-piece rims.

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not recommended with 65 R 25 tires.

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Powerllel Linkage Information with Quick-Coupler and Construction Fork

Tine Length 48 in. (1220 mm) 60 in. (1525 mm)

Overall Length . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25 ft. 11 in. (7909 mm) 26 ft. 11 in. (8211 mm)

Tipping Load, Straight (fork level, load

centered forward 24 in. [610 mm]

on 48-in. [1220 mm] tine and 30 in.

[762 mm] on 60-in. [1525 mm] tine) . . . . 16,097 lb. (7300 kg) 15,215 lb. (6900 kg)

Tipping Load, 40-Degree Full Turn (fork

level, load centered forward 24 in.

[610 mm] on 48-in. [1220 mm] tine

and 30 in. [762 mm] on 60-in. [1525

mm] tine) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14,017 lb. (6357 kg) 13,237 lb. (6003 kg)

Operating Weight. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27,353 lb. (12 405 kg) 27,446 lb. (12 447 kg)

Bucket Selection Guide*

544J Powerllel Pin-On Bucket Selection Guide

5.00
(3.8)

4.00
(3.1)

)

3

3.00
(2.3)

2.00

BUCKET SIZE cu. yd.(m

(1.5)

lb./cu.yd.

3

kg/m

600

*

This guide,representing bucket sizes not necessarily manufactured by Deere, will help you in selecting proper bucket size for material density, loader configuration, and operating conditions.
Optimum bucket size is determined after adding or subtracting all tipping load changes due to optional equipment.The “conservative load”line on this guide is recommended when operating
in conditions such as soft ground and unlevel surfaces.The “maximum load”condition on this guide is sometimes utilized when operating on firm ground and level surfaces.

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General-Purpose Bucket

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Deere 3.0-cu.-yd.(2.3 m3)
General-Purpose Bucket

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MATERIAL (Loose weight)

Caliche
Cinders
Clay and gravel, dry
Clay and gravel, wet
Clay,dry
Clay,natural bed
Clay,wet
Coal, anthracite,broken
Coal, bituminous,broken
Earth, dry,packed
Earth, loam
Earth, wet,excavated
Granite, brokenor large crushed
Gravel, dry
Gravel, dry 1/2" to 2" (13 to 50 mm)
Gravel, pit run (graveled sand)
Gravel, wet 1/2" to 2" (13 to 50 mm)
Gypsum, crushed
Limestone, brokenor crushed
Magnetite, ironore
Phosphate rock
Pyrite, iron ore
Sand and gravel, dry
Sand and gravel, wet
Sand, dry
Sand, wet
Sandstone, broken
Shale
Slag, broken
Stone, crushed
Topsoil

lb./cu. yd.

2,100
1,000
2,400
2,600
2,500
2,800
2,800
1,850
1,400
2,550
2,100
2,700
2,800
2,550
2,850
3,250
3,400
2,700
2,600
4,700
2,160
4,350
2,900
3,400
2,400
3,100
2,550
2,100
2,950
2,700
1,600

3

kg/m

1250

590

5.00

1420

(3.8)

1540
1480
1660
1660

4.00

1100

(3.1)

)

830

3

1510
1250
1600

3.00

1660

(2.3)

1510
1690
1930
2020

2.00

BUCKET SIZE cu. yd.(m

1600

(1.5)

1540
2790
1280
2580
1720

lb./cu.yd.

2020
1420
1840
1510
1250
1750
1600

3

kg/m

600

*

This guide,representing bucket sizes not necessarily manufactured by Deere, will help you in selecting proper bucket size for material density, loader configuration, and operating conditions.
Optimum bucket size is determined after adding or subtracting all tipping load changes due to optional equipment.The “conservative load”line on this guide is recommended when operating
in conditions such as soft ground and unlevel surfaces.The “maximum load”condition on this guide is sometimes utilized when operating on firm ground and level surfaces.

950

544J Powerllel Quick-Coupler Bucket Selection Guide

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General-Purpose Bucket

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4,000

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Specifications

Specifications

Specifications

Engine 624J

Type. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . John Deere POWERTECHTM6068H; meets EPA Tier II non-road emissions regulations

Cylinders . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

Valves Per Cylinder. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

Displacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 414 cu. in. (6.8 L)

Net Peak Power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 180 hp (129 kW) @ 1,800 rpm

Net Rated Power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 165 hp (119 kW) @ 2,200 rpm

Net Peak Torque . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 605 lb.-ft. (810 Nm) @ 1,000 rpm

Net Torque Rise . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54%

Net Power Bulge. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9%

Fuel System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . high-pressure common rail

Lube System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . full-flow spin-on filter and integral cooler

Aspiration. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . turbocharged, charge air cooled

Air Cleaner . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . dual element dry type, restriction indicator in cab monitor for service

Fan Drive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . hydraulically driven, proportionally controlled, fan aft of coolers

Electrical System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24 volt with 80-amp alternator

Batteries (two 12 volt) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 950 CCA

Transmission

Type. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . countershaft-type powershift

Torque Converter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . single stage, single phase

Shift Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . electronically modulated, adaptive, load and speed dependent

Operator Interface . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . steering-column or joystick-mounted F-N-R and gear-select lever, kick-down button on hydraulic lever

Shift Modes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . auto/manual, auto to 1st or 2nd, kick down or kick up/down, three clutch cutoff settings adjustable on switch pad

Travel Speeds* Forward Reverse

Gear 1 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4.5 mph (7.2 km/h) 4.7 mph (7.5 km/h)

Gear 2 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7.7 mph (12.4 km/h) 8.1 mph (13.1 km/h)

Gear 3 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15.2 mph (24.5 km/h) 16.0 mph (25.8 km/h)

Gear 4 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24.6 mph (39.5 km/h)

*Equipped with 20.5-25 tires.

Axles/Brakes

Final Drives . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . heavy-duty inboard planetary

Differentials . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . hydraulic locking front, conventional rear — standard; dual locking front and rear — optional

Rear Axle Oscillation, Stop to Stop* . . . . . . . . . . . . 24 degrees

Brakes (conform to SAE J1473, ISO3450)

Service Brakes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . hydraulically actuated, inboard, carrier mounted, pressure oil cooled, self adjusting, multi-disc

Parking Brake . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . automatic spring applied, hydraulically released, oil cooled, multi-disc

*Contact dealer for information regarding limited slip and conventional front and rear availability.

**Equipped with 17.5-25 tires.

Tires

Choice of (with three-piece rims) Tread Width Width Over Tires Change In Vertical Height

20.5 R 25 L-3T . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 80.7 in. (2050 mm) 101.6 in. (2582 mm) 0 in. (0 mm)

20.5 R 25 L-2 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 80.7 in. (2050 mm) 101.6 in. (2582 mm) – 0.83 in. (– 21 mm)

20.5 R 25 L-3 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 80.7 in. (2050 mm) 101.5 in. (2577 mm) – 0.47 in. (– 12 mm)

20.5-25 L-2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 80.7 in. (2050 mm) 101.7 in. (2583 mm) – 0.27 in. (– 7 mm)

20.5-25 L-3. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 80.7 in. (2050 mm) 101.9 in. (2588 mm) – 0.27 in. (– 7 mm)

600/65 R 25 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 80.7 in. (2050 mm) 104.1 in. (2644 mm) – 0.83 in. (– 21 mm)

28L-26 Logger*. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 89.4 in. (2272 mm) 117.6 in. (2986 mm) + 3.1 in. (+ 79 mm)

*Equipped with one-piece rims.

Refill Capacities (U.S.)

Fuel tank (with ground-level fueling) . . . . . . . . . . . 92 gal. (348 L)

Cooling System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23 qt. (22 L)

Engine Lubrication, Including Full-Flow Spin-On

Filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25 qt. (24 L)

Powershift Transmission, Including Filter . . . . . . . . 24 qt. (23 L)

PAGES

24–25

Refill Capacities (U.S.)

Differential (each axle)

Front . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26 qt. (24.5 L)

Rear . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21 qt. (20 L)

Loader Hydraulic Reservoir and Filters . . . . . . . . . . 31.5 gal. (119 L)

Wet-Disc Parking Brake . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 oz. (0.3 L)

(continued)

624J

Hydraulic System/Steering

Pump (loader and steering). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . variable-displacement, axial-piston pump; closed-center, pressure-compensating system

Maximum Flow @ 2,350 rpm . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58 gpm (220 L/m) @ 1,000 psi (6895 kPa)

Pressure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . loader and steering relief 3,675 psi (25 338 kPa)

Loader Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . two-function valve; single- or dual-lever controls; control lever lockout feature; optional third- and fourth-function valve with auxiliary lever

Steering (conforms to SAE J1511)

Type . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . power, fully hydraulic

Pressure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3,675 psi (25 338 kPa) relief

Articulation Angle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 80-degree arc (40 degrees each direction)

Hydraulic Cycle Times

Raise. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5.8 sec.

Dump . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.7 sec.

Lower . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.8 sec. (float down)

Total . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10.3 sec.

Maximum Lift Capacity (with 3.0-cu.-yd.

3

[2.3 m

] bucket with bolt-on edge)

Lift at Ground Level . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34,588 lb. (15 689 kg)

Turning Radius (measured to centerline of out-

side tire). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17 ft. 0 in. (5187 mm)

Dimensions with Pin-On Bucket

Height to Top of Cab and Canopy. . . . . . . . . . . . 10 ft. 10.6 in. (3317 mm)

A

B Height to Top of Exhaust . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 ft. 10.0 in. (3303 mm)

C Ground Clearance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17.1 in. (435.6 mm)

D Length from Centerline to Front Axle. . . . . . . . . 59.65 in. (1515 mm)

E Wheelbase . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 119.3 in. (3030 mm)

F Dump Height. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (see page 27)

G Height to Hinge Pin, Fully Raised. . . . . . . . . . . . 13 ft. 2.0 in. (4000 mm)

H Dump Reach . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (see page 27)

I Maximum Digging Depth. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5.1 in. (130 mm)

J Overall Length. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (see page 27)

K Maximum Rollback at Ground Level . . . . . . . . . 42 degrees

50° Maximum

50° Maximum

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Dimensions with Quick­Coupler and Bucket 624J

Dump Clearance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (see page 27)

A

B Dump Reach . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (see page 27)

C Maximum Digging Depth. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5.1 in. (129 mm)

D Height to Hinge Pin, Fully Raised. . . . . . . . . . . . 13 ft. 2.0 in. (4000 mm)

E Overall Length. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (see page 27)

F Maximum Rollback, Boom Fully Raised. . . . . . . 50 degrees

G Maximum Bucket Angle, Fully Raised . . . . . . . . 50 degrees

H Maximum Rollback at Ground Level . . . . . . . . . 42 degrees

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624J POWERLLEL LOADER WITH QUICK-COUPLER AND CONSTRUCTION FORK

Dimensions with Quick-Coupler and Construction Fork

Reach, Fully Raised. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 ft. 10 in. (855 mm)

A

B Fork Height, Fully Raised. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 ft. 6 in. (3805 mm)

C Maximum Reach, Fork Level . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 ft. 7 in. (1708 mm)

D Fork Height, Maximum Reach . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 ft. 1 in. (1856 mm)

E Reach, Ground Level . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 ft. 4 in. (1011 mm)

F Depth Below Ground . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0.3 in. (9 mm)

G Tine Length. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (see page 27)

H Overall Length. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (see page 27)

Powerllel Linkage Information with Pin-On-Type Bucket

Bucket Type/Size w/Bolt-On Edge w/Bolt-On Edge

Capacity, Heaped SAE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3.5 cu. yd. (2.7 m

Capacity, Struck SAE. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3.0 cu. yd. (2.3 m

Bucket Weight. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2,644 lb. (1199 kg) 2,476 lb. (1123 kg)

Bucket Width. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 105.9 in. (2690 mm) 105.9 in. (2690 mm)

Breakout Force, SAE J732C. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28,102 lb. (12 744 kg) 31,018 lb. (14 069 kg)

Tipping Load, Straight . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23,007 lb. (10 434 kg) 23,514 lb. (10 664 kg)

Tipping Load, 40-Degree Full Turn, SAE. . . . . . 19,889 lb. (9020 kg) 20,354 lb. (9231 kg)

Reach, 45-Degree Dump, 7-ft. (2.13 m)

Clearance. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65.1 in. (1654 mm) 63.6 in. (1615 mm)

Reach, 45-Degree Dump, Full Height. . . . . . . . 43.8 in. (1112 mm) 40.7 in. (1033 mm)

Dump Clearance, 45 Degree, Full Height . . . . . 111.7 in. (2837 mm) 114.8 in. (2916 mm)

Overall Length, Bucket on Ground . . . . . . . . . . 25 ft. 5 in. (7757 mm) 25 ft. 0.7 in. (7637 mm)

Loader Clearance Circle, Bucket In Carry

Position . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40 ft. 0 in. (12 190 mm) 39 ft. 9 in. (12 110 mm)

Operating Weight. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33,534 lb. (15 208 kg) 33,364 lb. (15 132 kg)

Loader operating information is based on machine with all standard equipment; 175-lb. (79 kg) operator; and full fuel tank.This information is affected by tire size, ballast, and different

attachments.

General Purpose General Purpose

3

) 3.0 cu. yd. (2.3 m3)

3

) 2.5 cu. yd. (1.9 m3)

PAGES

26–27

Powerllel Linkage Information
with Quick-Coupler and Bucket 624J

Bucket Type/Size w/Bolt-On Edge w/Bolt-On Edge

Capacity, Heaped SAE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3.5 cu. yd. (2.7 m

Capacity, Struck SAE. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3.0 cu. yd. (2.3 m

Bucket Weight (with coupler). . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3,565 lb. (1617 kg) 3,387 lb. (1536 kg)

Bucket Width. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 105.9 in. (2690 mm) 105.9 in. (2690 mm)

Breakout Force, SAE J732C. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23,719 lb. (10 758 kg) 25,870 lb. (11 732 kg)

Tipping Load, Straight . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20,831 lb. (9447 kg) 21,291 lb. (9656 kg)

Tipping Load, 40-Degree Full Turn, SAE. . . . . . 17,894 lb. (8115 kg) 18,317 lb. (8307 kg)

Reach, 45-Degree Dump, 7-ft. (2.13 m)

Clearance. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68.4 in. (1738 mm) 67.1 in. (1705 mm)

Reach, 45-Degree Dump, Full Height. . . . . . . . 50.0 in. (1269 mm) 46.9 in. (1190 mm)

Dump Clearance, 45 Degree, Full Height . . . . . 106.6 in. (2708 mm) 109.7 in. (2787 mm)

Overall Length, Bucket on Ground . . . . . . . . . . 26 ft. 2 in. (7963 mm) 25 ft. 9 in. (7851 mm)

Loader Clearance Circle, Bucket In Carry

Position . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40 ft. 5 in. (12 306 mm) 40 ft. 2 in. (12 232 mm)

Operating Weight. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34,455 lb. (15 626 kg) 34,277 lb. (15 545 kg)

Loader operating information is based on machine with all standard equipment; 175-lb. (79 kg) operator; and full fuel tank.This information is affected by tire size, ballast, and different

attachments.

General Purpose General Purpose

3

) 3.0 cu. yd. (2.3 m3)

3

) 2.5 cu. yd. (1.9 m3)

Adjustments to Operating Weights for Powerllel Linkage

Adjustments to operating weights and tipping loads for 3.5-cu.-yd. (2.7 m3) general-purpose bucket with bolt-on cutting edge

Add (+) or deduct (–) lb. (kg) as indicated for Tipping Load, 40-

loaders with three-piece rims and Operating Weight Tipping Load, Straight Degree Full Turn, SAE

20.5 R 25 L-3T tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0 lb. (0 kg) 0 lb. (0 kg) 0 lb. (0 kg)

20.5 R 25 L-2 tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . – 228 lb. (– 104 kg) – 143 lb. (– 65 kg) – 125 lb. (– 57 kg)

20.5 R 25 L-3 tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . – 64 lb. (– 29 kg) – 40 lb. (– 18 kg) – 35 lb. (– 16 kg)

20.5-25 L-2 tires. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . – 548 lb. (– 249 kg) – 343 lb. (– 156 kg) – 301 lb. (– 137 kg)

20.5-25 L-3 tires. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . – 416 lb. (– 189 kg) – 260 lb. (– 118 kg) – 229 lb. (– 104 kg)

600/65 R 25 tires** . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . + 676 lb. (+ 307 kg) + 423 lb. (+ 192 kg) + 372 lb. (+ 169 kg)

28L-26 Logger tires*. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . + 835 lb. (+ 380 kg) + 522 lb. (+ 238 kg) + 459 lb. (+ 209 kg)

CaCl

in 20.5-25 rear tires. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . + 1,821 lb. (+ 826 kg) + 2,185 lb. (+ 1033 kg) + 2,003 lb. (+ 909 kg)

2

*Equipped with one-piece rims.

**CaCl

not recommended with 65 R 25 tires.

2

Powerllel Linkage Information with Quick-Coupler and Construction Fork

Tine Length 48 in. (1220 mm) 60 in. (1525 mm)

Overall Length . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26 ft. 7 in. (8092 mm) 27 ft. 7 in. (8397 mm)

Tipping Load, Straight (fork level, load

centered forward 24 in. [610 mm]

on 48-in. [1220 mm] tine and 30 in.

[762 mm] on 60-in. [1525 mm] tine) . . . . 19,095 lb. (8660 kg) 18,088 lb. (8203 kg)

Tipping Load, 40-Degree Full Turn (fork

level, load centered forward 24 in.

[610 mm] on 48-in. [1220 mm] tine

and 30 in. [762 mm] on 60-in. [1525

mm] tine) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16,657 lb. (7554 kg) 15,764 lb. (7149 kg)

Operating Weight. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32,045 lb. (14 533 kg) 32,138 lb. (14 575 kg)

Bucket Selection Guide*

6.5

(5.0)

5.5

(4.2)

)

3

4.5

(3.4)

3.5

(2.7)

BUCKET SIZE cu. yd. (m

2.5

(1.9)

lb./cu.yd.
kg/m

*

This guide,representing bucket sizes not necessarily manufactured by Deere, will help you in selecting proper bucket size for material density,loader configuration, and operating conditions.
Optimum bucket size is determined afteradding or subtracting all tipping load changes due to optional equipment. The “conservative load” line on this guide is recommended when operating
in conditions such as soft ground and unlevelsurfaces. The “maximum load” condition on this guide is sometimes utilized when operatingon firm ground and level surfaces.

1,500

3

600

624J Powerllel Pin-On Bucket Selection Guide

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Deere 3.5-cu.-yd.(2.7 m3)
General-Purpose Bucket

900

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Deere 3.0-cu.-yd.(2.3 m3)
General-Purpose Bucket

2,000 2,500 3,000 3,500

2100

4,000

2400

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MATERIAL (Loose weight)

Caliche
Cinders
Clay and gravel, dry
Clay and gravel, wet
Clay,dry
Clay,natural bed
Clay,wet
Coal, anthracite,broken
Coal, bituminous,broken
Earth, dry,packed
Earth, loam
Earth, wet,excavated
Granite, brokenor large crushed
Gravel, dry
Gravel, dry 1/2" to 2" (13 to 50 mm)
Gravel, pit run (graveled sand)
Gravel, wet 1/2" to 2" (13 to 50 mm)
Gypsum, crushed
Limestone, brokenor crushed
Magnetite, ironore
Phosphate rock
Pyrite, iron ore
Sand and gravel, dry
Sand and gravel, wet
Sand, dry
Sand, wet
Sandstone, broken
Shale
Slag, broken
Stone, crushed
Topsoil

lb./cu. yd.

2,100
1,000
2,400
2,600
2,500
2,800
2,800
1,850
1,400
2,550
2,100
2,700
2,800
2,550
2,850
3,250
3,400
2,700
2,600
4,700
2,160
4,350
2,900
3,400
2,400
3,100
2,550
2,100
2,950
2,700
1,600

3

kg/m

6.5

(5.0)

1250

590
1420
1540

5.5

1480

(4.2)

1660
1660
1100

830

4.5

1510

(3.4)

)

1250

3

1600
1660
1510

3.5

1690

(2.7)

1930
2020
1600
1540

2.5

BUCKET SIZE cu. yd. (m

2790

(1.9)

1280
2580
1720
2020
1420

lb./cu.yd.

1840
1510
1250
1750
1600

3

kg/m

600

*

This guide,representing bucket sizes not necessarily manufactured by Deere, will help you in selecting proper bucket size for material density, loader configuration, and operating conditions.
Optimum bucket size is determined after adding or subtracting all tipping load changes due to optional equipment.The “conservative load”line on this guide is recommended when operating
in conditions such as soft ground and unlevel surfaces.The “maximum load”condition on this guide is sometimes utilized when operating on firm ground and level surfaces.

950

624J Powerllel Quick-Coupler Bucket Selection Guide

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Deere 3.5-cu.-yd.(2.7 m3)
General-Purpose Bucket

Deere 3.0-cu.-yd.(2.3 m3)
General-Purpose Bucket

2,000 2,500 3,000 3,500

1,500

900

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2100

4,000

2400

444J / 544J / 624J POWERLLEL LOADERS

Key: ● Standard equipment ▲ Optional equipment *See your John Deere dealer for further information.

444J 544J 624J

● ● ●

Engine

Meets EPA Tier II non-road emissions regulations

● ● ● Wet sleeve cylinder liners

● ● ● Electronically controlled fuel system

● ● ● Automatic derating when system temperatures

● ● ● Monitor-selected high-altitude compensation

exceeded

● ● ● Underhood muffler with large exhaust stack

● ● ● Underhood dual-element air cleaner with restriction

● ● ● Underhood, pre-screened air intake

sensor in cab monitor

● ● ● 10-micron primary fuel filter/water separator

● ● ● 2-micron final fuel filter

● ● ● Heavy-duty steel fuel tank guard

● ● ● 500-hour full-flow spin-on oil filter

● ● ● Polyvee drive belt with automatic tensioner

▲ ▲ Ether start aid (required for cold starting down to

▲ ▲ Intake air heater (required for cold starting down to

–13°F [–25°C])

▲ ▲ ▲ 110-volt engine coolant heater (required for cold

0°F [–18°C])

▲ ▲ ▲ Centrifugal engine air pre-cleaner

starting below –13°F [–25°C])

▲ ▲ ▲ Chrome exhaust stack
▲ ▲ ▲ Environmentally friendly engine oil drain
▲ ▲ ▲ Special-application trash screens,axle seal guards, etc.*

Cooling

● ● ●

Heavy-duty trash-resistant high-ambient cooling
package

● ● ● Two-side access to all coolers

● ● ● Cooling system isolated from engine compartment

● ● ● Proportionally controlled (cool-on-demand), hydrau-

● ● ● Intercooler (air/air – 6.5 fins per in.)

lically driven, swing-out fan

● ● ● Transmission oil cooler (oil/air – 6.5 fins per in.)

● ● ● Hydraulic oil cooler (oil/air – 6.5 fins per in.)

● ● ● Engine radiator (7.5 fins per in.)

● ● ● Integral engine oil cooler

● ● ● Coolant recovery tank

● ● ● Fan guard

▲ ▲ ▲ Axle coolers (6.5 fins per in.)
▲ ▲ ▲ Reversing fan drive — auto control with manual

▲ ▲ ▲ Harsh-environment coolers for corrosive environments

override

Powertrain

● ● ●

ZF torque-converter powershift transmission — 4F/3R

● ● ● Electronically controlled, adaptive, load- and speed-

● ● ● Clutch calibration engageable from cab monitor

dependent shift modulation

● ● ● Clutch cut-off — thresholds setable from switch pad

● ● ● Auto-shift/manual-shift modes

● ● ● Gear kickdown button in hydraulic-control lever

● ● ● 1,000-hour transmission filter

● ● ● Integral transmission sight gauge/fill tube

● ● ● Spring-applied, hydraulically released, oil-cooled,

● ● ● Lube-for-life U-joints

multi-disc park brake

● ● ● Heavy-duty inboard planetary final drives

● ● ● Hydraulically actuated, inboard, carrier-mounted,

● ● ● Top axle housing fill and dipstick port

pressure-oil-cooled, self-adjusting, multi-disc brakes

● ● ● Front axle with hydraulic locking differential

▲ ▲ ▲ Front and rear axles with hydraulic locking differentials
▲ ▲ ▲ Front and rear axle with open differential*
▲ ▲ ▲ Limited slip differentials*
▲ ▲ ▲ Front-axle disconnect
▲ ▲ ▲ Remote-axle breathers

Hydraulic System

● ● ●

Pressure-compensated load-sensing hydraulic system

● ● ● In-cab adjustable automatic bucket positioner/fork

● ● ● In-cab adjustable automatic boom height kickout control

positioner

444J 544J 624J

Hydraulic System (continued)

● ● ● In-cab adjustable automatic boom return-to-carry

● ● ● Reservoir sight gauge

control

● ● ● Spin-on hydraulic filters, vertical mounting

● ● ● Hydraulic lever lockout

● ● ● Two-function hydraulic valve with single-lever control

▲ ▲ ▲ Two-function hydraulic valve with two-lever fingertip

▲ ▲ ▲ Three-function hydraulic valve with single-lever con-

controls and adjustable wristrest

▲ ▲ ▲ Three-function hydraulic valve with two-lever finger-

trol and auxiliary lever for third function

tip controls, adjustable wristrest,and auxiliary lever
for third function

▲ ▲ ▲ Four-function hydraulic valve, with dual single-lever

▲ ▲ ▲ Hydraulic conversion kits, two-to-three- and three-

controls

▲ ▲ ▲ Ride control, automatic type

to-four-function valves

▲ ▲ ▲ Hydraulic control system for quick-coupler locking pins

Electrical

● ● ●

24-volt electrical system

● ● ● Solid-state electrical power distribution system

● ● ● High-capacity batteries (2), 12 volt with 950 CCA,

● ● ● Master electrical disconnect switch

200-min. rated reserve

● ● ● Alternator, high capacity, 80 amps and 24 volts

▲ ▲ ▲ Alternator trash covers

● ● ● Lights (conform to SAE 99): Driving with guards /

▲ ▲ ▲ LED heavy-duty taillights and turn signals

Turn signals and flashers / Stop and taillights

● ● ▲ Work lights, front (2) and rear (2)

● ● ● Horn, with push button in center of steering wheel

● ● ● Reverse warning alarm (conforms to SAE J994, J1446)

(conforms to SAE J994, J1446)

● ● ● Computerized multifunction monitor

● ● ● Audible and visual warnings: Amber caution / Red

stop / Analog gauges: Engine coolant temperature,
transmission oil temperature, fuel level, hydraulic
oil temperature, engine oil pressure / Digital instru­ments: Engine rpm, odometer, transmission gear
indicator, speedometer, hour meter / Operator warn­ing lights: Check engine, engine oil pressure, engine
air filter restriction, battery voltage, transmission filter
restriction, brake pressure, hydraulic oil filter, fasten
seat belt, transmission fault, hydraulic oil temperature

● ● ● Indicator lights: Park brake / Ride control / Turn sig-

nals and warning flashers / Coupler pin disconnect /
Engine preheater / Secondary steering / Work lights

● ● ● Built-in diagnostics: Fault code retrieval

▲ ▲ ▲ AM/FM/WB stereo radio
▲ ▲ ▲ AM/FM/WB stereo radio with cassette
▲ ▲ ▲ AM/FM/WB stereo radio with CD
▲ ▲ ▲ 5-amp, 12-volt convertor with one power plug
▲ ▲ ▲ 10-amp, 12-volt convertor with two power plugs

● ● ● Cab wired for rotating beacon

▲ ▲ ▲ Electrical corrosion-prevention package

Operator’s Station

● ● ●

Canopy (conforms to SAE J1040 APR88): ROPS/FOPS /
Multiplane isolation mounted for noise/vibration
reduction / Optional canopy rear window glass, for
noise reduction

▲ ▲ ▲ Cab (conforms to SAE J1040 ARP88): ROPS/FOPS /

Heater/defroster / Multiplane isolation mounted for
noise/vibration reduction / Front and rear windshield
washers and intermittent wipers / Tinted safety glass

▲ ▲ ▲ Canopy rear window
▲ ▲ ▲ Air conditioning

● ● ● Seat belt, 3 in. (76 mm), with retractor

● ● ● Seat, deluxe vinyl covered with deep foam, high

back, air suspension, adjustable for weight-height,
fore-aft position, backrest tilt,and armrest angle

444J 544J 624J

Operator’s Station (continued)

▲ ▲ ▲ Seat, deluxe cloth covered with deep foam, high

back, air suspension, adjustable for weight-height,
fore-aft position, backrest tilt,and armrest angle

● ● ● Seat backrest extension

● ● ● Cup holder, personal cooler holder

▲ ▲ ▲ Sun visor for cab

● ● ● Storage compartment for operator’s manual and

● ● ● Rubber floormat

other items

● ● ● Tilt steering column

● ● ● Steering wheel, textured with spinner knob

● ● ● Rearview mirrors, outside (2) and inside (1) (conform

● ● ● Handholds and steps, ergonomically located and slip

to SAE J985)

resistant (conform to SAE J185)

Loader Linkage

● ● ●

Loader boom service locking bar (conforms to
SAE J38)

● ● ● Powerllel linkage for versatility, visibility, and paral-

▲ ▲ ▲ Z-bar loader linkage

lel-lift

▲ ▲ ▲ High-lift Z-bar loader linkage

Buckets and Attachments

▲ ▲ ▲

Full line of Deere pin-on and hook-on buckets with
selection of bolt-on cutting edges and teeth-seg­mented bolt-on cutting edges*

▲ ▲ ▲ Quick-coupler which accepts Deere and JRB

▲ ▲ ▲ Hydraulic control system for quick-coupler locking

attachments

▲ ▲ ▲ Construction utility forks for couplers

pins, includes all controls in the cab, lines,and valves

Tires

▲

17.5-25, 12 PR L2

▲ 17.5-25, 12 PR L3

● 17.5 R 25, Goodyear GP-2B Radial

▲ 17.5 R 25, Michelin XTLA Radial
▲ 17.5 R 25, Michelin XHA Radial
▲ ▲ ▲ 20.5-25, 12 PR L2

▲ ▲ 20.5-25, 16 PR L3
▲ ▲ 20.5 R 25, Michelin XHA Radial

▲ ▲ ▲ 20.5 R 25, Michelin XTLA Radial

● ● 20.5 R 25, Goodyear GP-2B Radial

▲ ▲ ▲ 600/65 R 25 Goodyear GP-3D Radial

▲ 23.1-26, 10 PR LS-2 Logger

▲ 28L-26, 14 PR LS-2 Logger

▲ Single-piece rims

● ● ● Multi-piece rims

▲ ▲ ▲ Less wheels and tires
▲ ▲ ▲ 8-degree rear axle stops for extra-large tires and chains

Other

▲ ▲ ▲

Sound-suppression package

● ● ● Fenders, front

▲ ▲ ▲ Fenders, full-coverage front
▲ ▲ ▲ Fenders, full-coverage front and rear
▲ ▲ ▲ Close-mounted steps

● ● ● Articulation locking bar (conforms to SAE J276)

● ● ● Vandal protection, includes lockable engine enclosure

● ● ● Counterweight, built-in

and fuel fill

● ● ● Front and rear tie-down points

● ● ● Drawbar, with locking pin

▲ ▲ ▲ Extended rear bumper with drawbar
▲ ▲ ▲ Transmission side frame guards
▲ ▲ ▲ Bottom guards, front frame and transmission
▲ ▲ ▲ Lift hooks
▲ ▲ ▲ Fire extinguisher
▲ ▲ ▲ License plate bracket
▲ ▲ ▲ Secondary steering
▲ ▲ ▲ Loadrite

TM

weighing system

DKAJULDRP Litho in U.S.A. (05-01)

Net engine power is with standard equipment including air
cleaner, exhaust system,alterna tor, and cooling fan, at standard
conditions per SAE J1349 and DIN 70 020, using No. 2-D fuel at
35 API gravity. No derating is required up to 5,000-ft. (1525 m)
altitude for the 444J and 544J, and up to 10,000-ft. (3050 m)
altitude for the 624J. Gross power is without cooling fan.

Specifications and design subject to change without notice. Wherever applicable, specifications are in accordance with ISO standards.
Except where otherwise noted, these specifications are based on a unit with all standard equipment, ROPS cab, full fuel tank,and
175-lb. (79 kg) operator; a 444J unit with 17.5 R 25 tires; and 544J and 624J units with 20.5 R 25 tires.