The John Deere 844J is a wheel loader designed for material handling, loading, stockpiling, and general construction applications. It is part of John Deere's J-Series wheel loader line and is commonly used in aggregate yards, roadbuilding, site development, and industrial material movement. The 844J 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, rock, and multipurpose buckets. The model is recognized for its use in heavy-duty loading cycles and compatibility with a range of jobsite and quarry operations.
Bucket
John Deere 844J Wheel Loader Bucket specifications
Breakout Force
49,320.00 lbs (22,371.20 kg)
Bucket Capacity - Heaped
7.25 cu yd
Bucket Capacity - Struck
6.2 cu yd
Bucket Width
11.35 ft (3.46 m)
Dump Clearance At Max Raise
11.00 ft (3.35 m)
Dimensions
John Deere 844J Wheel Loader Dimensions specifications
Ground Clearance
1.48 ft (0.45 m)
Height
12.25 ft (3.73 m)
Height To Top Of Cab
12.33 ft (3.76 m)
Hinge Pin - Max Height
15.08 ft (4.60 m)
Length
31.42 ft (9.58 m)
Length With Bucket On Ground
31.50 ft (9.60 m)
Reach At Max Lift And Dump
4.92 ft (1.50 m)
Weight
68,320.00 lbs (30,989.47 kg)
Wheelbase
12.17 ft (3.71 m)
Width
9.92 ft (3.02 m)
Engine
John Deere 844J Wheel Loader Engine specifications
Aspiration
Turbocharged charge air cooled
Displacement
766.00 cu in (12,552.52 cu cm)
Engine Make
2240
Engine Model
6125H
Max Torque
1,390.00 lbs ft (1,884.56 nm)
Net Power
330.00 hp (246.09 kw)
Number Of Cylinders
6
Power Measured @
1600 rpm
Torque Measured @
900 rpm
Torque Rise
60 %
Hydraulic System
John Deere 844J Wheel Loader Hydraulic System specifications
Dump Time
1.9 sec
Lower Time
3.5 sec
Pump Flow Capacity
169.00 gpm (639.67 lpm)
Pump Type
Variable axial Piston
Raise Time
5.9 sec
Relief Valve Setting
3500 psi
Operational
John Deere 844J Wheel Loader Operational specifications
Alternator Supplied Amperage
80 amps
Cooling System Fluid Capacity
10.10 gal (38.23 l)
Engine Oil Fluid Capacity
10.10 gal (38.23 l)
Front Axle/Diff Fluid Capacity
14.60 gal (55.26 l)
Fuel Capacity
135.00 gal (510.98 l)
Hydraulic System Fluid Capacity
80.00 gal (302.80 l)
Operating Voltage
24 V
Operating Weight
68,320.00 lbs (30,989.47 kg)
Rear Axle Oscillation
26 degrees
Rear Axle/Diff Fluid Capacity
15.60 gal (59.05 l)
Static Tipping Weight
53,140.00 lbs (24,103.93 kg)
Tire Size
29.5 R25
Transmission Fluid Capacity
7.40 gal (28.01 l)
Turning Radius
20.70 ft (6.31 m)
Transmission
John Deere 844J Wheel Loader Transmission specifications
Max Speed - Forward
23.40 mph (37.66 kph)
Max Speed - Reverse
17.00 mph (27.36 kph)
Number Of Forward Gears
4
Number Of Reverse Gears
3
Transmission Type
Automatic Powershift
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