1994-2023 JOHN DEERE 544EH WHEEL LOADER

Technical Description

The John Deere 544EH is a mid-size wheel loader engineered for material handling and loading operations. Powered by a John Deere 6359T turbocharged diesel engine, it delivers 125 net horsepower (93 kW) at 2,200 rpm with maximum torque of 372 lb-ft (504 Nm) at 1,400 rpm. The six-cylinder, 359 cubic-inch displacement engine provides reliable performance across demanding jobsites. The loader features a 2.1 cubic-meter (2.5 cubic-yard) bucket capacity with a 20,558 lb (9,325 kg) breakout force and 8.4 ft bucket width, enabling efficient material consolidation. Operating weight is 23,384 lbs (10,607 kg) with a static tipping load of 17,496 lbs (7,936 kg) in straight configuration. Dimensions include a 22.7 ft overall length with bucket on ground, 8 ft width over tires, and 10.6 ft cab height. The hydraulic system incorporates a gear pump with 46.3 gal/min (174 l/min) flow capacity and 2,750 psi relief valve setting, enabling smooth cycle times: 5.8-second raise, 1.4-second dump, and 3.2-second lower. Maximum dump clearance reaches 9.4 ft at full raise height. Transmission features four forward speeds and three reverse speeds with a powershift design, achieving maximum forward speed of 25.4 mph (40 kph). The 16.2 ft turning radius and power-hydraulic steering system provide excellent maneuverability. Standard tire size is 17.5-25, with a 55-gallon fuel capacity supporting extended operational periods. This configuration makes the 544EH suitable for loading, quarrying, and material transfer applications.