JOHN DEERE 824J Z-BAR WHEEL LOADER

The John Deere 824J Z-Bar Wheel Loader is a robust, high-performance machine designed for demanding material handling and loading applications. It features a 6-cylinder, turbocharged charge air cooled John Deere 6125H engine with a displacement of 766 cu in, delivering 275 hp at 2,000 rpm and a peak torque of 1,115 lb-ft at 1,200 rpm, with a 54% torque rise for enhanced power under load. The loader’s Z-bar linkage provides a breakout force of 42,916 lbs and a bucket capacity of 6 cu yds (heaped) or 5.3 cu yds (struck), with a bucket width of 10.8 ft. The hydraulic system utilizes a variable axial piston pump, offering a flow capacity of 112 gal/min and a relief valve setting of 3,600 psi, enabling fast cycle times: 6.1 sec to raise, 2.8 sec to lower, and 1.5 sec to dump. The loader has a maximum hinge pin height of 14.9 ft and a dump clearance at max raise of 10.6 ft, with a reach at max lift and dump of 4.1 ft. The machine’s operating weight is 57,374 lbs, with a wheelbase of 11.2 ft and a length with bucket on ground of 29.3 ft. It is equipped with an automatic powershift transmission, providing 4 forward and 3 reverse gears, with a top speed of 24.5 mph forward and 19.3 mph reverse. The 824J Z-Bar also features a 24V electrical system, 80A alternator, and a 122-gal fuel tank, ensuring extended operation and reliability in heavy-duty environments.