John Deere 310J Backhoe Loader Specs

Category: Backhoe Loaders ➔
Manufacturer: John Deere ➔
Model: 310J ➔

John Deere 310J backhoe loader is a utility construction machine designed for digging, trenching, loading, and material handling. It is part of John Deere's 310 series and is commonly used in construction, utility work, landscaping, and municipal applications. The 310J features a front loader bucket and rear backhoe attachment, providing versatility for excavation and site preparation. Typical configurations include a diesel engine, four-wheel drive, and an enclosed operator station. The model is known for balanced performance, maneuverability, and serviceability in compact jobsite conditions. Specifications may vary by year, region, and equipment package.

General Specifications

John Deere 310J Backhoe Loader General Specifications specifications
4th Gear Fwd mph (kmh)	22.4 (36) — Starting 2007 Model Year
BACKHOE LOADING HEIGHT FT. (M)	10.9 (3.3) — Starting 2009 Model Year
Breakout Force lbs (kgs)	8,600 (3,900) — Starting 2007 Model Year
Digging Depth ft (m)	14.3 (4.3) — Starting 2007 Model Year
Lift Capacity lbs (kgs)	6,150 (2,789) — Starting 2007 Model Year
LOADER BREAKOUT FORCE LBS. (KG)	8,600 (3,900) — Starting 2009 Model Year
LOADER LIFT CAPACITY LBS. (KG)	6,150 (2,789) — Starting 2009 Model Year
LOADER SAE HP (KW)	72 (53) — Starting 2009 Model Year
Loading Height ft (m)	10.9 (3.32) — Starting 2007 Model Year
LOADING HEIGHT FT. (M)	10.9 (3.3) — Starting 2010 Model Year
MAX DIGGING DEPTH FT. (M)	14.3 (4.3) — Starting 2009 Model Year
Operating Weight lbs (kg)	13,800 (6,259) — Starting 2007 Model Year
SAE HP (KW)	72 (53) — Starting 2010 Model Year
SAE Net hp (kw)	72 (53) — Starting 2007 Model Year
TRAVEL SPEED 4TH GEAR FWD MPH (KMH)	22.4 (36) — Starting 2009 Model Year
Weight lbs (kg)	13,800 (6,259) — Starting 2010 Model Year

Backhoe

John Deere 310J Backhoe Loader Backhoe specifications
Dig Depth	14.30 ft (4.36 m)
Dig Depth - Extended	18.00 ft (5.49 m)
Load Height	11.00 ft (3.35 m)
Load Height - Extended	14.00 ft (4.27 m)
Reach From Swivel	17.90 ft (5.46 m)
Reach From Swivel - Extended	21.50 ft (6.55 m)

Dimensions

John Deere 310J Backhoe Loader Dimensions specifications
Ground Clearance	1.10 ft (0.34 m)
Height to Top of Suspended Cab	9.00 ft (2.74 m)
Transport Length	23.30 ft (7.10 m)
Transport Width	7.20 ft (2.19 m)
Wheelbase	7.00 ft (2.13 m)

Engine

John Deere 310J Backhoe Loader Engine specifications
Aspiration	Natural
Displacement	276.00 cu in (4,522.84 cu cm)
Engine Model	4045D
Net Max Torque	209.00 lbs ft (283.36 nm)
Net Power	72.00 hp (53.69 kw)
Net Torque Rise	0.36
Number of Cylinders	4
Power Measured @	2000 rpm

Hydraulic System

John Deere 310J Backhoe Loader Hydraulic System specifications
Pump Flow Capacity	28.00 gpm (105.98 lpm)
Pump Type	Gear
Relief Valve Pressure	3625 psi

Loader

John Deere 310J Backhoe Loader Loader specifications
Bucket Breakout Force	8,497.80 lbs (3,854.54 kg)
Bucket Capacity	1.10 cu yd (0.84 cu m)
Bucket Width	86.00 in (218.44 cm)
Clearance at Max Dump Height	8.90 ft (2.71 m)
Dig Depth	6.30 in (16.00 cm)
Reach at Max Dump Height	2.60 ft (0.79 m)

Operating Specifications

John Deere 310J Backhoe Loader Operating Specifications specifications
Alternator Supplied Amperage	90 amps
Cooling System Fluid Capacity	5.60 gal (21.20 l)
Front Axle Fluid Capacity	1.80 gal (6.81 l)
Fuel Capacity	41.00 gal (155.19 l)
Hydraulic System Fluid Capacity	24.10 gal (91.22 l)
Max Weight	1,750.00 lbs (793.79 kg)
Oil System Fluid Capacity	3.50 gal (13.25 l)
Operating Voltage	12 volts
Operating Weight 2wd	13,800.00 lbs (6,259.58 kg)
Operating Weight 4wd	16,140.00 lbs (7,320.99 kg)
Rear Axle Fluid Capacity	4.80 gal (18.17 l)
Tire Size Front - 2wd / 4wd	11L-15 SL F-3(8)(12)/12-16.5 NHS SS-1(8)
Transmission Fluid Capacity	4.00 gal (15.14 l)

Tires

John Deere 310J Backhoe Loader Tires specifications
Rear Tires Size	19.5L-24 R-4(10)

Transmission

John Deere 310J Backhoe Loader Transmission specifications
Max Speed	22.40 mph (36.05 kph)
Max Speed - Reverse	8.20 mph (13.20 kph)
Number of Forward Gears	4
Number of Reverse Gears	4
Transmission Type	Powershift

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