John Deere 324K Wheel Loader Specs

Category: Wheel Loaders ➔
Manufacturer: John Deere ➔
Model: 324K ➔

The John Deere 324K is a compact wheel loader designed for material handling, loading, and site support applications. It is part of John Deere's K-Series wheel loader line and is commonly used in construction, landscaping, agriculture, and municipal work. The 324K features articulated steering, a front-mounted loader bucket, and a cab configured for operator visibility and control. Typical uses include moving soil, gravel, mulch, aggregate, and other bulk materials. The model is known for its compact footprint, maneuverability, and compatibility with a range of attachments. It is classified as a wheel loader in the John Deere equipment lineup.

General Specifications

John Deere 324K Wheel Loader General Specifications specifications
Bucket Capacity	1.4 (1.1) — Starting 2016 Model Year
Engine Power	70 (52) — Starting 2016 Model Year
Engine type	YANMAR 4TNC98CT — Starting 2016 Model Year
Max Dump Height	8.9 (2.7) — Starting 2016 Model Year
Operating Weight	14,087 (6,390) — Starting 2016 Model Year

Brakes

John Deere 324K Wheel Loader Brakes specifications
Actuation	Hydraulic
Brakes Type	Wet Disc / Drum
Parking Brake	Wet Disc
Service Brake	All Wheels

Bucket

John Deere 324K Wheel Loader Bucket specifications
Breakout - Bucket	5608 (12364) kgf (Ibf)
Bucket Capacity - Smallest	1.44 cu yd
Largest Bucket Capacity	2.1 cu yd

Capacities

John Deere 324K Wheel Loader Capacities specifications
Heaped Capacity	1.5 cu yd
Hydraulic Tank	21.20 gal (80.24 l)
Transmission	0.30 gal (1.14 l)

Dimensions

John Deere 324K Wheel Loader Dimensions specifications
Ground Clearance	15.20 in (38.61 cm)
Height	9.92 ft (3.02 m)
Height - Pivot Pin	11.00 ft (3.35 m)
Height Over Cab	9.16 ft (2.79 m)
Length	20.25 ft (6.17 m)
Overall Length (W/Bucket)	18.84 ft (5.74 m)
Turning Circle	27.50 ft (8.38 m)
Weight	15,642.00 lbs (7,095.10 kg)
Wheelbase	7.55 ft (2.30 m)
Width	6.75 ft (2.06 m)
Width Over Tires	6.96 ft (2.12 m)

Engine

John Deere 324K Wheel Loader Engine specifications
Alternator	80 amps
Displacement	201.40 cu in (3,300.36 cu cm)
Emission Level	Tier 4
Engine Make	YANMAR
Engine Model	4TNC98CT
Engine Output-Net	70.00 hp (52.20 kw)
Net Power	61.00 hp (45.49 kw)
Pump	Gear
Rated Speed	2400 rpm
System Voltage	12 V
Torque	206.00 lbs ft (279.29 nm)
Transmission Type	Hydrostatic

Operational

John Deere 324K Wheel Loader Operational specifications
Front Axle/Diff Fluid Capacity	2.00 gal (7.57 l)
Fuel Capacity	21.40 gal (81.00 l)
Operating Weight	14,087.60 lbs (6,390.04 kg)
Rear Axle/Diff Fluid Capacity	1.80 gal (6.81 l)
Tire Size	405 / 70 R20

Transmission

John Deere 324K Wheel Loader Transmission specifications
Pump Flow	24.60 gpm (93.11 lpm)
System Pressure	2750 psi

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