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John Deere 304 G-Tier Wheel Loader Specs

General Specifications

John Deere 304 G-Tier Wheel Loader General Specifications specifications
Bucket Capacity 1.0 - 2.1 - Starting 2025
Engine Power 72 (53) - Starting 2024
Engine Power Net 72.00 hp (53.69 kw) - Starting 2025
Engine type Yanmar 4TN86CHT-M high-power - Starting 2024
Max Dump Height 8.40 ft (2.56 m) - Starting 2025
Operating Weight 12,941–13,360 - Starting 2025
OperatingWeight 12,941–13,360 - Starting 2026

Cooling

John Deere 304 G-Tier Wheel Loader Cooling specifications
Engine Coolant Rating -34.0 f - Starting 2026
Fan Direct driven - Starting 2026

Cylinders

John Deere 304 G-Tier Wheel Loader Cylinders specifications
Cylinders Type Heat treated, chrome-plated, polished cylinder rods, hardened steel (replaceable bushings) pivot pins - Starting 2026

Electrical And Lighting

John Deere 304 G-Tier Wheel Loader Electrical And Lighting specifications
Alternator Rating 80.0 amp - Starting 2026
Battery Capacity 830.0 CCA - Starting 2026
Lights (SAE 99) Driving and front working lights (two), turn signals, flashers, stop and tail lights - Starting 2026
Number Of Batteries 1 - Starting 2026
System Type Electrical load center with blade-type multi-fused circuits - Starting 2026
Voltage 12.0 v - Starting 2026

Engine

John Deere 304 G-Tier Wheel Loader Engine specifications
Air Cleaner Dual safety element dry type - Starting 2026
Aspiration Turbocharged - Starting 2026
Cylinders 4 - Starting 2026
Displacement 127.60 cu in (2,090.99 cu cm) - Starting 2026
Engine Bore And Stroke 3.39 x 3.54 in. - Starting 2026
Engine Manufacturer Yanmar - Starting 2026
Engine Model 4TN86CHT-M high power - Starting 2026
Gross Rated Power At 2,200 Rpm (ISO 14396) 74.29 hp (55.40 kw) - Starting 2026
Lubrication Pressure system with full-flow spin-on filter - Starting 2026
Net Peak Power At 2,200 Rpm (SAE J1349 /ISO 9249) 71.61 hp (53.40 kw) - Starting 2026
Non-Road Emission Standards EPA Final Tier 4 and EU Stage V - Starting 2026
Peak Torque At 1,690 Rpm (SAE J1349 /ISO 9249) 371.54 hp (277.06 kw) - Starting 2026
Valves Per Cylinder 4 - Starting 2026

Hydraulics

John Deere 304 G-Tier Wheel Loader Hydraulics specifications
Controls Type Three-function valve with single-lever control for boom and bucket, with hydraulic lockout feature; joystick mounted push button electrohydraulic control for auxiliary hydraulics, with hydraulic lockout feature - Starting 2026
Hydraulic Dump Cycle Time 1.9 s - Starting 2026
Hydraulic Lower (Power Down) Cycle Time 4.6 s - Starting 2026
Hydraulic Raise Cycle Time 6.2 s - Starting 2026
Main Pump (Loader and Steering) Fixed-displacement gear pump; open-center system - Starting 2026
Max Rated Flow at 1,000 psi 21.13 gpm (79.98 lpm) - Starting 2026
Maximum Pressure at Couplings 3335.87 psi - Starting 2026
System Relief Pressure (Loader) 3335.87 psi - Starting 2026
System Relief Pressure (Steering) 2611.0 psi - Starting 2026
Total Cycle Time 12.70 s - Starting 2026

Monitor

John Deere 304 G-Tier Wheel Loader Monitor specifications
Alternator, Low Voltage Indicator light - Starting 2026
Direction Indicator, Forward And Reverse Indicator light, audible warning - Starting 2026
Engine Air Filter Restriction Indicator light, audible warning - Starting 2026
Engine Coolant Temperature Indicator light, audible warning - Starting 2026
Engine Oil Pressure Indicator light, audible warning - Starting 2026
Engine Preheat Indicator light - Starting 2026
Engine rpm Indicator light, digital - Starting 2026
Exhaust Filter Indicator light - Starting 2026
Fuel Level Indicator light, gauge - Starting 2026
High Speed Indicator Indicator light - Starting 2026
Hourmeter Digital - Starting 2026
Hydraulic Oil Temperature Indicator light - Starting 2026
Lights, High Beam Indicator light - Starting 2026
Low Speed Indicator Indicator light - Starting 2026
Park Brake Engaged Indicator light - Starting 2026
Pilot Disable Indicator light - Starting 2026
Speedometer Digital - Starting 2026
Stop Indicator Indicator light, audible warning - Starting 2026
Turn Signals And Flashers Indicator light - Starting 2026

Operating Weights Measured with Standard Equipment, 365/70R18 Tires, Standard Counterweight, Cab, 79-kg (175-lb) Operator, and Full Fuel Tank

John Deere 304 G-Tier Wheel Loader Operating Weights Measured with Standard Equipment, 365/70R18 Tires, Standard Counterweight, Cab, 79-kg (175-lb) Operator, and Full Fuel Tank specifications
Enclosed Cab Loader with Hook/Euro Quick-Coupler and 1.0-cu yd Stockpiling/GP Bucket with Bolt-On Edge 12,610.43 lbs (5,720.00 kg) - Starting 2026
Enclosed Cab Loader with Hook/Euro Quick-Coupler and 1.4-cu yd Stockpiling/GP Bucket with Bolt-On Edge 12,874.98 lbs (5,840.00 kg) - Starting 2026
Enclosed Cab Loader with Hook/Euro Quick-Coupler and 2.1-cu yd Stockpiling/GP Bucket with Bolt-On Edge 13,007.26 lbs (5,900.00 kg) - Starting 2026
Enclosed Cab Loader with Hook/Euro Quick-Coupler and Fork 12,367.92 lbs (5,610.00 kg) - Starting 2026
Enclosed Cab Loader with Quik-Tatch™ Quick-Coupler and 1-cu yd Stockpiling/GP Bucket with Bolt-On Edge 13,051.35 lbs (5,920.00 kg) - Starting 2026
Enclosed Cab Loader with Quik-Tatch™ Quick-Coupler and 1.4-cu yd Stockpiling/GP Bucket with Bolt-On Edge 13,293.86 lbs (6,030.00 kg) - Starting 2026
Enclosed Cab Loader with Quik-Tatch™ Quick-Coupler and Fork 12,941.12 lbs (5,870.00 kg) - Starting 2026
Open ROPS with Hook/Euro Quick-Coupler and 1.0-cu yd Stockpiling/GP Bucket with Bolt-On Edge 12,500.20 lbs (5,670.00 kg) - Starting 2026
Open ROPS with Hook/Euro Quick-Coupler and 1.4-cu yd Stockpiling/GP Bucket with Bolt-On Edge 12,764.75 lbs (5,790.00 kg) - Starting 2026
Open ROPS with Hook/Euro Quick-Coupler and Fork 12,257.69 lbs (5,560.00 kg) - Starting 2026
Open ROPS with Quik-Tatch™ Quick-Coupler and 1.0-cu yd Stockpiling/GP Bucket with Bolt-On Edge 12,941.12 lbs (5,870.00 kg) - Starting 2026
Open ROPS with Quik-Tatch™ Quick-Coupler and 1.4-cu yd Stockpiling/GP Bucket with Bolt-On Edge 13,183.63 lbs (5,980.00 kg) - Starting 2026
Open ROPS with Quik-Tatch™ Quick-Coupler and 1.6-cu yd Stockpiling/GP Bucket with Bolt-On Edge 13,360.00 lbs (6,060.00 kg) - Starting 2026
Optional Quik-Tatch Coupler Fork and Tines 48 in. 722.89 lbs (327.90 kg) - Starting 2026

Operator Station and Controls

John Deere 304 G-Tier Wheel Loader Operator Station and Controls specifications
Noise Level for Bystander (ISO 6395) 101 dba - Starting 2026
Noise Level For Operator (ISO 6396) 70 dba - Starting 2026

Powertrain

John Deere 304 G-Tier Wheel Loader Powertrain specifications
Articulation Arc 80.0 degree (angle) - Starting 2026
Axles Front Rigid mount front axles with 10 degree frame oscillation - Starting 2026
Axles Rear Rigid mount rear axles with 10 degree frame oscillation - Starting 2026
Degree Of Articulation Left And Right 40.0 degree (angle) - Starting 2026
Differentials Front Locking front differentials - Starting 2026
Differentials Rear Locking rear differentials - Starting 2026
Final Drive Type Heavy-duty outboard planetary - Starting 2026
Maximum Rise And Fall, Single Wheel 10.00 in (25.40 cm) - Starting 2026
Parking Brake (SAE J1473, ISO3450) Automatically spring applied, hydraulically released, internal wet disk - Starting 2026
Service Brakes (SAE J1473, ISO3450) Hydraulically actuated, self-adjusting internal wet-disk brake and driveline drum brake - Starting 2026
Steering Type Hydraulic power steering (SAE J1511) - Starting 2026
Steering Wheel Number Of Turns Left Stop To Stop 3.5 - Starting 2026
Steering Wheel Turns Right Stop to Stop 4.5 - Starting 2026

Serviceability

John Deere 304 G-Tier Wheel Loader Serviceability specifications
Available Sight Gauges Hydraulic reservoir; see-through coolant reservoir - Starting 2026
Cooling System (Engine and Radiator) Refill Capacity 10.57 qt - Starting 2026
Diagnostic Monitoring Location In-cab - Starting 2026
Differential and Planetary Front Axle Refill Capacity 7.08 qt - Starting 2026
Differential and Planetary Rear Axle Refill Capacity 7.08 qt - Starting 2026
Engine Oil Change Interval (Hours) 500.0 hr - Starting 2026
Engine Oil Filter Service Hours 500.0 hr - Starting 2026
Engine Oil with Filter Refill Capacity 7.82 qt - Starting 2026
Fuel Filter Service Hours 500.0 hr - Starting 2026
Fuel Tank Refill Capacity 16.38 gal (62.00 l) - Starting 2026
Fueling Level Ground - Starting 2026
Hydraulic Filter Service Hours 1000.0 hr - Starting 2026
Hydraulic Oil Change Interval (Hours) 3000.0 hr - Starting 2026
Hydraulic/hydrostatic Reservoir with Filter Refill Capacity 11.89 gal (45.00 l) - Starting 2026
Hydrostatic Motor Gearbox Refill Capacity 1.06 qt - Starting 2026
Loader Boom Service Lock Available Yes - Starting 2026
Lube Bank Remote lube bank for easy reach and maintenance - Starting 2026
Quick-Coupler Diagnostic Ports Priority pressure, hydraulic pump pressure, control valve pressure and hydrostatic pressure - Starting 2026
Secondary Fuel Filter Service Hours 500.0 hr - Starting 2026

Wheels And Tires

John Deere 304 G-Tier Wheel Loader Wheels And Tires specifications
Change in Vertical Height 400/70R20 Nokian Hakkapeliitta TRI Tires on Single-Piece Rims -0.08 in (-0.20 cm) - Starting 2026
Change in Vertical Height: 400/70R20 Michelin XMCL Tires on Single-Piece Rims -0.24 in (-0.61 cm) - Starting 2026
Change in Vertical Height: 405/70R18 Firestone Duraforce Tires on Single-Piece Rims -1.06 in (-2.69 cm) - Starting 2026
Tread Width 400/70R20 Nokian Hakkapeliitta TRI Tires on Single-Piece Rims 59.05 in (149.99 cm) - Starting 2026
Tread Width: 400/70R20 Michelin XMCL Tires on Single-Piece Rims 59.05 in (149.99 cm) - Starting 2026
Tread Width: 405/70R18 Firestone Duraforce Tires on Single-Piece Rims 59.05 in (149.99 cm) - Starting 2026
Tread Width: 405/70R20 Mitas EM-01 Tires on Single-Piece Rims 59.05 in (149.99 cm) - Starting 2026
Width Over Tires 400/70R20 Nokian Hakkapeliitta TRI Tires on Single-Piece Rims 76.77 in (195.00 cm) - Starting 2026
Width Over Tires: 400/70R20 Michelin XMCL Tires on Single-Piece Rims 77.17 in (196.01 cm) - Starting 2026
Width Over Tires: 405/70R18 Firestone Duraforce Tires on Single-Piece Rims 77.17 in (196.01 cm) - Starting 2026
Width Over Tires: 405/70R20 Mitas EM-01 Tires on Single-Piece Rims 77.17 in (196.01 cm) - Starting 2026
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