JOHN DEERE 624J WASTE HANDLER WHEEL LOADER

The John Deere 624J Waste Handler is a robust wheel loader engineered for demanding waste management and heavy-duty applications. Powered by a turbocharged 6068H diesel engine with 414 cubic inches of displacement, it delivers 167 net horsepower at 1,800 rpm and produces substantial torque at 1,600 rpm with a 55% torque rise for enhanced load-handling capability. The machine features a variable displacement axial piston hydraulic pump with a 60 gallons-per-minute flow capacity and 3,675 psi relief valve setting, enabling rapid cycle times with dump, raise, and lower operations completed in 1.3, 5.9, and 2.7 seconds respectively. The specialized waste handler bucket offers a heaped capacity of 3.5 cubic yards with a breakout force of 25,567 pounds and maximum dump clearance of 9.1 feet, while the 2.66-meter-wide bucket efficiently handles bulk materials. Operating at an empty weight of 39,762 pounds with a static tipping load of 28,350 pounds, this loader incorporates heavy-duty guarding and purpose-built features for extreme environments. The three-speed automatic powershift transmission provides forward speeds to 15.2 mph and reverse to 16 mph, with a 17-foot turning radius ensuring maneuverability on congested job sites. Equipped with 20.5-25 solid rubber tires and a 93-gallon fuel capacity, the 624J combines operational efficiency with extended runtime capability for continuous waste handling operations.