# 2012 John Deere 444K for Sale in Manheim, PA **URL:** ## Listing details - **Price:** $55,000.00 USD - **Listing ID:** 88242698 - **Year:** 2012 - **Manufacturer:** John Deere - **Model:** 444K - **Category:** Wheel Loaders - **Stock number:** 46213 - **Location:** Manheim, PA ## Description EROPS HEAT A/C RIDE CONTROL AIR SEAT 17.5R25 RUBBER 2.5YD GP LOADER BUCKET GOOD CONDITION ## Machine details ### General Specifications - **hours:** 6710 - **airconditioning:** Yes - **heater:** Yes - **tiretype:** Radial - **transmissiontype:** Powershift - **ropstype:** Enclosed - **drive:** 4WD - **fronttirepercentremaining:** 65 - **reartirepercentremaining:** 65 - **turbo:** Yes - **counterweight:** Yes - **articulating:** Yes - **operatorcontrols:** Joystick - **ridecontrol:** Yes - **bucket:** Yes - **fenders:** Yes ## Manufacturer specifications ### Bucket - **Breakout - Bucket:** 7960 (17549) kgf (lbf) - **Bucket Capacity - Smallest:** 2.49 cu yd - **Largest Bucket Capacity:** 4.06 cu yd ### Capacities - **Heaped Capacity:** 2.5 cu yd - **Hydraulic Tank:** 31.4 gal (118.85 l) - **Transmission:** 4.9 gal (18.55 l) ### Dimensions - **Ground Clearance:** 15.48 in (39.32 cm) - **Height:** 10.4167 ft (3.18 m) - **Height Over Cab:** 10.41 ft (3.17 m) - **Hinge Pin - Max Height:** 11.82 ft (3.6 m) - **Length:** 23.5833 ft (7.19 m) - **Length With Bucket On Ground:** 22.51 ft (6.86 m) - **Reach At Max Lift And Dump:** 4.73 ft (1.44 m) - **Turning Circle:** 38.23 ft (11.65 m) - **Weight:** 24698 lbs (11202.84 kg) - **Wheelbase:** 9.06 ft (2.76 m) - **Width:** 8 ft (2.44 m) - **Width Over Tires:** 7.93 ft (2.42 m) ### Driveline - **Differential Lock:** Front- Locking, Rear- Open - **Parking Brake Type:** Wet Multi Disc - **Ride Control System:** Optional - **Service Brake - Location:** All Wheels - **Service Brake Actuation:** Hydraulic - **Service Brake Type:** Wet Multi Disc - **Tire Size - Standard:** 17.5 R25 ### Engine - **Alternator:** 100 amps - **Displacement:** 274.7 cu in (4501.54 cu cm) - **Emission Level:** Tier 4 - **Engine Make:** John Deere - **Engine Model:** PowerTech PSS 4045 - **Engine Output-Net:** 123.4 hp (92.02 kw) - **Pump:** Piston - **Rated Speed:** 2100 rpm - **System Voltage:** 24 V - **Torque:** 374 lbs ft (507.07 nm) - **Torque Rise:** 34 % - **Transmission Type:** Powershift ### General Specifications - **Bucket Capacity (since 2016):** 2.5 (1.9) - **Bucket Capacity (since 2019):** 2.5 - 4.0 (1.9) - **Engine Power (since 2016):** 124 (92) - **Engine type (since 2016):** Deere PowerTech PSS 4045 - **Engine type (since 2017):** Deere PSS 4045 - **Max Dump Height (since 2016):** 8.9 (2.7) - **Operating Weight (since 2016):** 24,698 (11,203) - **Operating Weight (since 2019):** 25,022 (11,350) ### Operational - **Front Axle/Diff Fluid Capacity:** 5.9 gal (22.33 l) - **Fuel Capacity:** 58.2 gal (220.29 l) - **Operating Weight:** 25022.5 lbs (11350.03 kg) - **Rear Axle/Diff Fluid Capacity:** 5.9 gal (22.33 l) ### Transmission - **Pump Flow:** 37 gpm (140.05 lpm) - **System Pressure:** 248.3 psi ## About this model The John Deere 444K is a wheel loader designed for material handling, loading, and site support applications in construction, aggregate, agriculture, and industrial work. It is part of John Deere's K-Series wheel loader lineup and is commonly used for stockpiling, truck loading, grading, and general earthmoving tasks. The 444K features a diesel powertrain, articulated steering, and a front-mounted loader bucket for efficient cycle times and maneuverability in confined job sites. Typical configurations may include ride control, auxiliary hydraulics, and multiple attachment options. 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