# John Deere 304J

**URL:** <https://www.constructionequipmentguide.com/used-equipment/john-deere/wheel-loaders/304j/id/89039667>

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## Listing details

- **Price:** Sold
- **Listing ID:** 89039667
- **Manufacturer:** John Deere
- **Model:** 304J
- **Category:** Wheel Loaders
- **Hours:** 8084
- **Serial number:** 1LU304JXKZB026550
- **Location:** Bismarck, ND

## Description

4TH VALVE AUXILIARY HYDRAULICS, AM / FM RADIO, Differential Lock, Engine Enclosures, EROPS W/AIR CONDITIONING, Fire Extinguisher, HYDRAULIC QUICK COUPLER, JOHN DEERE DIRT BUCKET, JOHN DEERE FORKS & CARRIAGE, Lighting, Mirrors, Ride Control, Steering Type - Wheel

## Machine details

### GENERAL APPEARANCE

- **Bumper:** Good
- **Cab or Canopy:** Good
- **Counterweight:** Good
- **Crankcase Guard / Battery Box:** Good
- **Eng. Enclose Hood / Stack:** Fair
- **Fenders:** Good
- **Fiberglass:** Fair
- **Fuel Tank:** Good
- **Grab Irons:** Good
- **Paint:** Good
- **Plastic:** Good
- **Radiator Grill & Shroud:** Good
- **Sheet Metal:** Good
- **Steps / Ladder:** Good

### SAFETY ITEMS

- **Safety Decals In Place:** Yes
- **Safety Decals Legible:** Yes

### OPERATOR STATION

- **Current O&MM:** Yes
- **Current Parts Manual:** No
- **Current Safety Manual:** Yes

### ENGINE

- **Blow By:** No
- **Knocking:** No
- **Oil Leaks:** No
- **Water in Oil:** No

### COOLING SYSTEM

- **Coolers:** Good
- **Fan:** Good
- **Radiator:** Good
- **Water Pump:** Good

### ELECTRICAL, STARTING AND CHARGING SYSTEM

- **Block Heater:** Yes
- **Ether Aid:** No

### HYDRAULICS

- **Leaks - HYDRAULICS:** No

### ATTACHMENTS / WORK TOOLS

- **Angle Broom:** Yes

### BUCKET

- **Bucket Bottom:** Good
- **Bucket Sides:** Good
- **Cutting Edges:** Good
- **Loader Frame:** Good
- **Loader Pins & Bushings:** Good
- **Quick Coupler:** Good

## Manufacturer specifications

### Bucket

- **Breakout Force:** 12364 lbs (5608.22 kg)
- **Bucket Capacity - Heaped:** 1.4 cu yd
- **Bucket Width:** 86.6 ft (26.4 m)
- **Dump Clearance At Max Raise:** 11.08 ft (3.38 m)

### Dimensions

- **Ground Clearance:** 15.2 ft (4.63 m)
- **Height:** 9.1667 ft (2.79 m)
- **Height To Top Of Cab:** 9.17 ft (2.8 m)
- **Hinge Pin - Max Height:** 11.08 ft (3.38 m)
- **Length:** 18.9167 ft (5.77 m)
- **Length With Bucket On Ground:** 20.08 ft (6.12 m)
- **Weight:** 13404 lbs (6079.96 kg)
- **Wheelbase:** 7.5 ft (2.29 m)
- **Width:** 6.8333 ft (2.08 m)
- **Width Over Tires:** 29.5 ft (8.99 m)

### Engine

- **Aspiration:** Turbocharged
- **Displacement:** 186 cu in (3048 cu cm)
- **Engine Make:** 2240
- **Engine Model:** 5030T
- **Max Torque:** 195 lbs ft (264.38 nm)
- **Net Power:** 73 hp (54.44 kw)
- **Number Of Cylinders:** 5
- **Power Measured @:** 2800 rpm
- **Torque Measured @:** 1500 rpm
- **Torque Rise:** 42.4 %

### Hydraulic System

- **Dump Time:** 1.6 sec
- **Lower Time:** 4.5 sec
- **Pump Flow Capacity:** 25 gpm (94.63 lpm)
- **Pump Type:** Gear
- **Raise Time:** 5.3 sec
- **Relief Valve Setting:** 2750 psi

### Operational

- **Alternator Supplied Amperage:** 65 amps
- **Cooling System Fluid Capacity:** 3.2 gal (12.11 l)
- **Engine Oil Fluid Capacity:** 3 gal (11.36 l)
- **Front Axle/Diff Fluid Capacity:** 2 gal (7.57 l)
- **Fuel Capacity:** 22 gal (83.27 l)
- **Hydraulic System Fluid Capacity:** 21.1 gal (79.86 l)
- **Operating Voltage:** 12 V
- **Operating Weight:** 13404 lbs (6079.96 kg)
- **Rear Axle Oscillation:** 20 degrees
- **Rear Axle/Diff Fluid Capacity:** 1.8 gal (6.81 l)
- **Static Tipping Weight:** 10241 lbs (4645.25 kg)
- **Tire Size:** 405/ 70R20
- **Turning Radius:** 12.4 ft (3.78 m)

### Transmission

- **Max Speed - Forward:** 18.6 mph (29.93 kph)
- **Max Speed - Reverse:** 18.6 mph (29.93 kph)
- **Number Of Forward Gears:** 2
- **Number Of Reverse Gears:** 2
- **Transmission Type:** Hydraulic

## About this model

The John Deere 304J is a compact wheel loader designed for material handling, loading, and site support applications. It is part of John Deere's J-Series lineup and is commonly used in construction, landscaping, agriculture, and municipal work. The 304J features articulated steering, a front-mounted loader bucket, and a cab or canopy operator station depending on configuration. Typical uses include moving soil, gravel, mulch, aggregate, and other loose materials. Its compact size supports maneuverability in confined job sites while maintaining loader performance. The model is recognized for utility in general-purpose loading tasks across a range of light to medium-duty applications.

## Photos

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