2015 - 2019 JOHN DEERE 744E WHEEL LOADER

Technical Description

The John Deere 744E wheel loader features a powerful 6-cylinder, 10.1L turbocharged engine (model 6101AT) delivering 260 hp gross and 250 hp net at 2000 rpm with a 34% torque rise at 1700 rpm. It has a breakout force of 42,463 lbs (19,261 kg) and a bucket capacity of 5 cubic yards (heaped) or 4.3 cubic yards (struck), with a bucket width of 10 ft (3 m). The machine weighs 46,310 lbs (21,006 kg) and measures 26.4 ft (8 m) in length with the bucket on the ground, 11.7 ft (3 m) in height to the cab top, and 9.3 ft (3 m) wide over tires sized 23.5-25. The hydraulic system operates at a pressure of 3129 psi with a gear pump providing 82 gallons per minute flow, enabling a raise time of 6.4 seconds, dump time of 1.5 seconds, and lower time of 3.5 seconds. The wheel loader utilizes a 4-speed power-shift transmission, allowing a maximum forward speed of 25.8 mph and 28 mph in reverse. It features articulated power steering, rear axle oscillation of 26°, and a wheelbase of 11.2 ft (3 m). Fuel capacity is 87 gallons (329 liters), with hydraulic fluid capacity of 42.6 gallons (159 liters). Dump clearance at maximum lift is 9.9 ft (3 m), and the hinge pin reaches a maximum height of 13.7 ft (4 m), with a reach at max lift and dump of 4.2 ft (1 m). The John Deere 744E offers robust performance and versatility suitable for heavy-duty loading applications and construction tasks requiring high breakout force and efficient hydraulic cycle times.