The John Deere 244J is a compact wheel loader designed for material handling, loading, and site support applications. It is part of John Deere's J-Series wheel loader line and is commonly used in construction, landscaping, agriculture, and municipal work. The 244J features articulated steering, a front-mounted loader bucket, and a cab layout intended for operator visibility and control. Typical uses include stockpile work, truck loading, snow removal, and general material transport. As a wheel loader, the 244J is valued for maneuverability, versatility, and compatibility with multiple attachments in confined jobsite conditions.
Bucket
John Deere 244J Wheel Loader Bucket specifications
Breakout Force
10,792.00 lbs (4,895.17 kg)
Bucket Capacity - Heaped
1 cu yd
Bucket Capacity - Struck
0.9 cu yd
Bucket Width
74.80 ft (22.80 m)
Dump Clearance At Max Raise
8.33 ft (2.54 m)
Dimensions
John Deere 244J Wheel Loader Dimensions specifications
Dump Clearance At Max Lift
8.37 ft (2.55 m)
Fork Tine Length
3.94 ft (1.20 m)
Ground Clearance
0.97 ft (0.30 m)
Height
9.67 ft (2.95 m)
Height To Top Of Cab
8.95 ft (2.73 m)
Hinge Pin - Max Height
10.50 ft (3.20 m)
Hinge Pin Max Height
10.54 ft (3.21 m)
Length
16.17 ft (4.93 m)
Length W/ Bucket On Ground
17.38 ft (5.30 m)
Length With Bucket On Ground
17.33 ft (5.28 m)
Length With Out Forks On Ground
19.05 ft (5.81 m)
Max Lift Height
9.98 ft (3.04 m)
Reach At Max Height And Dump
3.84 ft (1.17 m)
Reach At Max Lift And Dump
2.68 ft (0.82 m)
Weight
11,370.00 lbs (5,157.35 kg)
Wheelbase
7.00 ft (2.13 m)
Width
6.25 ft (1.90 m)
Width Over Tires
6.07 ft (1.85 m)
Engine
John Deere 244J Wheel Loader Engine specifications
Aspiration
turbocharged
Displacement
149.00 cu in (2,441.68 cu cm)
Engine Make
2240
Engine Model
4024T
Gross Power
64.00 hp (47.73 kw)
Max Torque
163.00 lbs ft (221.00 nm)
Net Power
64.00 hp (47.73 kw)
Number Of Cylinders
4
Power Measured @
2600 rpm
Torque Measured @
1600 rpm
Torque Rise
47.3 %
Hydraulic System
John Deere 244J Wheel Loader Hydraulic System specifications
Dump Time
1.4 sec
Lower Time
4 sec
Pump Flow Capacity
17.10 gpm (64.72 lpm)
Pump Type
fixed-displacement gear
Raise Time
4.9 sec
Relief Valve Setting
3190 psi
Operational
John Deere 244J Wheel Loader Operational specifications
Alternator Supplied Amperage
65 amps
Cooling System Fluid Capacity
2.70 gal (10.22 l)
Engine Oil Capacity
2.30 gal (8.71 l)
Engine Oil Fluid Capacity
9.00 gal (34.07 l)
Front Axle/Diff Fluid Capacity
4.20 gal (15.90 l)
Front Diff Fluid Capacity
1.10 gal (4.16 l)
Fuel Capacity
21.20 gal (80.24 l)
Hydraulic System Fluid Capacity
15.90 gal (60.18 l)
Operating Voltage
12 V
Operating Weight
11,552.00 lbs (5,239.91 kg)
Rear Axle Oscillation
20 degrees
Rear Axle/Diff Fluid Capacity
4.30 gal (16.28 l)
Rear Diff Fluid Capacity
1.10 gal (4.16 l)
Static Tipping Load - Bucket
8,457.00 lbs (3,836.04 kg)
Static Tipping Load - Forks
6,404.50 lbs (2,905.04 kg)
Static Tipping Weight
8,457.00 lbs (3,836.04 kg)
Tire Size
365/70R18
Turning Radius
11.50 ft (3.51 m)
Transmission
John Deere 244J Wheel Loader Transmission specifications
Max Speed - Forward
18.60 mph (29.93 kph)
Max Speed - Reverse
18.60 mph (29.93 kph)
Max Speed Forward
18.70 mph (30.09 kph)
Max Speed Reverse
18.70 mph (30.09 kph)
Number Of Forward Gears
2
Number Of Reverse Gears
2
Transmission Type
hydrostatic
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