John Deere 544G wheel loader is a mid-size articulated loader used in construction, material handling, aggregate, and site preparation applications. It is equipped with a diesel engine, hydraulic lift and bucket systems, and a front-mounted loader arm for loading, stockpiling, and truck loading tasks. The 544G is part of John Deere's G-series wheel loader line and is commonly configured with a general-purpose bucket or other attachments depending on job requirements. Typical uses include earthmoving, road work, landscaping, and municipal operations. The machine is recognized for its articulated steering, operator cab, and all-wheel drive design for traction on varied terrain.
Bucket
John Deere 544G Wheel Loader Bucket specifications
Breakout Force
20,342.00 lbs (9,226.99 kg)
Bucket Capacity - Heaped
2.7 cu yd
Bucket Capacity - Struck
2.3 cu yd
Dimensions
John Deere 544G Wheel Loader Dimensions specifications
Dump Clearance At Max Lift
8.92 ft (2.72 m)
Fork Tine Length
4.00 ft (1.22 m)
Ground Clearance
1.23 ft (0.37 m)
Height
10.33 ft (3.15 m)
Height To Top Of Cab
10.41 ft (3.17 m)
Hinge Pin Max Height
12.21 ft (3.72 m)
Hook Height At Max Lift - Extended
22.10 ft (6.74 m)
Hook Height At Max Lift - Standard
17.83 ft (5.43 m)
Hook Reach At Max Lift - Extended
11.31 ft (3.45 m)
Hook Reach At Max Lift - Standard
6.75 ft (2.06 m)
Length
23.17 ft (7.06 m)
Length W/ Bucket On Ground
23.17 ft (7.06 m)
Length With Out Forks On Ground
25.33 ft (7.72 m)
Max Lift Height
11.40 ft (3.47 m)
Reach At Max Height And Dump
3.43 ft (1.05 m)
Weight
24,090.00 lbs (10,927.05 kg)
Wheelbase
9.52 ft (2.90 m)
Width
7.75 ft (2.36 m)
Width Over Tires
7.94 ft (2.42 m)
Engine
John Deere 544G Wheel Loader Engine specifications
Aspiration
Turbocharged
Displacement
359.00 cu in (5,882.97 cu cm)
Engine Make
2240
Engine Model
6059T
Gross Power
125.00 hp (93.21 kw)
Max Torque
388.00 lbs ft (526.05 nm)
Net Power
120.00 hp (89.49 kw)
Number Of Cylinders
6
Power Measured @
2200 rpm
Torque Measured @
1400 rpm
Hydraulic System
John Deere 544G Wheel Loader Hydraulic System specifications
Dump Time
1.4 sec
Lower Time
3.2 sec
Pump Flow Capacity
46.30 gpm (175.25 lpm)
Pump Type
Gear type
Raise Time
5.8 sec
Relief Valve Setting
2750 psi
Operational
John Deere 544G Wheel Loader Operational specifications
Alternator Supplied Amperage
95 amps
Cooling System Fluid Capacity
6.40 gal (24.22 l)
Engine Oil Capacity
5.10 gal (19.30 l)
Front Diff Fluid Capacity
5.10 gal (19.30 l)
Fuel Capacity
57.60 gal (218.02 l)
Hydraulic System Fluid Capacity
20.10 gal (76.08 l)
Operating Voltage
12 V
Operating Weight
24,092.00 lbs (10,927.96 kg)
Rear Axle Oscillation
22 degrees
Rear Diff Fluid Capacity
5.10 gal (19.30 l)
Static Tipping Load - Bucket
18,453.00 lbs (8,370.15 kg)
Static Tipping Load - Forks
13,665.00 lbs (6,198.35 kg)
Static Tipping Load - Material Handler
8,945.00 lbs (4,057.39 kg)
Tire Size
17.5-25
Transmission Fluid Capacity
2.60 gal (9.84 l)
Turning Radius
16.30 ft (4.97 m)
Transmission
John Deere 544G Wheel Loader Transmission specifications
Max Speed Forward
23.80 mph (38.30 kph)
Max Speed Reverse
16.90 mph (27.20 kph)
Number Of Forward Gears
4
Number Of Reverse Gears
3
Transmission Type
Power shift
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