JOHN DEERE 624J WASTE HANDLER HIGH-LIFT WHEEL LOADER

Technical Description

The John Deere 624J Waste Handler High-Lift is a robust wheel loader designed for heavy-duty waste handling applications. It features a 198 hp turbocharged 6-cylinder 6068H engine with a displacement of 414 cu in (6.8 L) delivering high torque with a 55% torque rise at 1600 rpm. The machine has a breakout force of 23,137 lbs (10,495 kg) and comes equipped with a high-lift bucket offering a heaped capacity of 4 cubic yards (3 m³) and a struck capacity of 3.5 cubic yards (2 m³), with a bucket width of 9.6 ft (3 m). Its hydraulic system utilizes a variable axial piston pump with a flow capacity of 60 gal/min (227 l/min) and a relief valve setting at 3,675 psi, achieving fast cycle times including a dump time of 1.3 seconds and a raise time of 5.9 seconds. Dimensionally, the loader offers 1.6 ft (0 m) ground clearance, a top cab height of 11.2 ft (3 m), and a hinge pin max height of 14.4 ft (4 m). It has an overall length of 24.8 ft (7 m) with bucket on ground, a wheelbase of 10 ft (3 m), and width over tires of 8.5 ft (2 m). The turning radius is 17 ft (5 m). It operates on an automatic powershift transmission with three forward and three reverse gears, reaching max speeds of 15.2 mph (24 kph) forward and 16 mph (26 kph) reverse. The loader’s operating weight is approximately 39,715 lbs (18,015 kg), supported by 20.5-25 tires and a rear axle oscillation of 16°. Fuel capacity stands at 93 gallons (352 l), with hydraulic system fluid capacity of 32 gallons (121 l) and other fluid capacities optimized for durability and performance in rigorous conditions.