The John Deere 724K is a wheel loader designed for material handling, loading, stockpiling, and general construction applications. It is part of John Deere's K-Series wheel loader lineup and is commonly used in aggregate yards, roadbuilding, site preparation, and municipal work. The 724K features a diesel engine, articulated steering, hydraulic lift and bucket functions, and a cab configured for operator visibility and control. Typical attachments include general-purpose, multipurpose, and material-handling buckets, along with forks and other loader tools. The model is valued for its balance of lifting capacity, maneuverability, and productivity in medium-duty loading operations.
General Specifications
John Deere 724K Wheel Loader General Specifications specifications
Bucket Capacity
4.0 - 4.75 (3.1 - 3.6) — Starting 2019 Model Year
Engine Power
264 (197) — Starting 2019 Model Year
Engine type
Deere PSX 6090 — Starting 2019 Model Year
Max Dump Height
9.7 (2.9) — Starting 2019 Model Year
Operating Weight
48,988 (22,200) — Starting 2019 Model Year
Bucket
John Deere 724K Wheel Loader Bucket specifications
Breakout - Bucket
15607 (34408) kgf (lbf)
Bucket Capacity - Smallest
4.06 cu yd
Largest Bucket Capacity
4.71 cu yd
Capacities
John Deere 724K Wheel Loader Capacities specifications
Heaped Capacity
4.2 cu yd
Hydraulic Tank
27.80 gal (105.22 l)
Transmission
6.40 gal (24.22 l)
Dimensions
John Deere 724K Wheel Loader Dimensions specifications
Ground Clearance
18.15 in (46.10 cm)
Height
11.25 ft (3.43 m)
Height Over Cab
11.26 ft (3.43 m)
Hinge Pin - Max Height
13.52 ft (4.12 m)
Length
28.83 ft (8.79 m)
Length With Bucket On Ground
26.91 ft (8.20 m)
Reach At Max Lift And Dump
5.29 ft (1.61 m)
Turning Circle
43.48 ft (13.25 m)
Weight
42,812.00 lbs (19,419.22 kg)
Wheelbase
10.70 ft (3.26 m)
Width
9.50 ft (2.90 m)
Width Over Tires
9.45 ft (2.88 m)
Driveline
John Deere 724K Wheel Loader Driveline specifications
Differential Lock
Front- Locking, Rear- Open
Parking Brake Type
Wet Multi Disc - Transmission
Ride Control System
Optional
Service Brake - Location
Axle Inboard
Service Brake Actuation
Hydraulic
Service Brake Type
Wet Disc
Tire Size - Standard
23.5 R25
Engine
John Deere 724K Wheel Loader Engine specifications
Alternator
130 amps
Displacement
549.30 cu in (9,001.43 cu cm)
Emission Level
Tier 4
Engine Make
John Deere
Engine Model
Powertech PSX 6090
Engine Output-Net
264.20 hp (197.02 kw)
Pump
Piston
Rated Speed
1800 rpm
System Voltage
24 V
Torque
856.40 lbs ft (1,161.11 nm)
Torque Rise
61 %
Transmission Type
Powershift
Operational
John Deere 724K Wheel Loader Operational specifications
Front Axle/Diff Fluid Capacity
5.90 gal (22.33 l)
Fuel Capacity
104.90 gal (397.05 l)
Operating Weight
42,811.60 lbs (19,419.04 kg)
Rear Axle/Diff Fluid Capacity
5.90 gal (22.33 l)
Transmission
John Deere 724K Wheel Loader Transmission specifications
Pump Flow
78.50 gpm (297.12 lpm)
System Pressure
251.7 psi
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