The John Deere Construction 344 G Wheel Loader (1995-1998) is characterised by low engine power at 89.8 hp (67 kW) and low weight at 21,372 lb (9.69 t). Another useful figure is maximum bucket capacity at 2.22 yd³ (1.7 m³).
Specification profile
Wheel Loader • 1995-1998
Weight: 21,372 lb (9.69 t)Engine power: 89.8 hp (67 kW)Maximum bucket capacity: 2.22 yd³ (1.7 m³)Minimum bucket capacity: 1.57 yd³ (1.2 m³)
21,372 lb (9.69 t)Weight
89.8 hp (67 kW)Engine power
2.22 yd³ (1.7 m³)Maximum bucket capacity
1.57 yd³ (1.2 m³)Minimum bucket capacity
20 mph (32.2 km/h)Travel speed
268 lb-ft (363 Nm)Maximum torque
7.94 ft (2.42 m)Bucket width
10.2 ft (3.11 m)Transport height
How it compares
Low, average or high?
Engine power
Low
89.8 hp (67 kW)
Low 44.3 hp (33 kW)Typical 212 hp (158 kW)High 814 hp (607 kW)
Engine power is well below the typical figure.
Weight
Low
21,372 lb (9.69 t)
Low 7,419 lb (3.37 t)Typical 43,268 lb (19.6 t)High 210,541 lb (95.5 t)
Weight is well below the typical figure.
Maximum bucket capacity
Low
2.22 yd³ (1.7 m³)
Low 1.05 yd³ (0.8 m³)Typical 5.37 yd³ (4.11 m³)High 17 yd³ (13 m³)
Maximum bucket capacity is well below the typical figure.
Minimum bucket capacity
Low
1.57 yd³ (1.2 m³)
Low 0.78 yd³ (0.6 m³)Typical 3.71 yd³ (2.84 m³)High 12.4 yd³ (9.5 m³)
Minimum bucket capacity is well below the typical figure.
Travel speed
Average
20 mph (32.2 km/h)
Low 12 mph (19.3 km/h)Typical 21.4 mph (34.4 km/h)High 26.7 mph (43 km/h)
Travel speed is close to the typical figure.
Maximum torque
Low
268 lb-ft (363 Nm)
Low 107 lb-ft (145 Nm)Typical 732 lb-ft (992 Nm)High 2,104 lb-ft (2,852 Nm)
Maximum torque is well below the typical figure.
Visual overview
Key measurements
Capacity
Published capacity figures shown together for quick comparison.
Working dimensions
Useful working and clearance measurements shown side by side.
Overall size
The main published dimensions shown together at a glance.
Equipment
Features & equipment
Published equipment and feature availability for this model.
Air conditioningNO
Diesel particulate filterNO
Hydraulic quick hitchNO
Mechanical quick hitchNO
Swing loaderNO
TelescopicNO
Overview
Model information
| Manufacturer | John Deere Construction |
|---|---|
| Model | 344 G |
| Category | Wheel Loader |
| Model year / production | 1995-1998 |
Full specifications
Technical details
Performance
Engine power89.8 hp (67 kW)
Maximum torque268 lb-ft (363 Nm)
Travel speed20 mph (32.2 km/h)
Dimensions
Bucket width7.94 ft (2.42 m)
Transport height10.2 ft (3.11 m)
Transport length19.7 ft (6 m)
Outside turning radius14.3 ft (4.37 m)
Capacity & weight
Maximum bucket capacity2.22 yd³ (1.7 m³)
Minimum bucket capacity1.57 yd³ (1.2 m³)
Weight21,372 lb (9.69 t)
Swing loaderNo
Engine & drivetrain
Displacement1.2 US gal (4.52 L)
Engine manufacturerJohn Deere
Engine type8,917,699 lb (4,045 t)
Number of cylinders4.0
Setup & fitment
Hydraulic quick hitchNo
Mechanical quick hitchNo
Standard tyres15.5-25. 10PR
Features
Air conditioningNo
Diesel particulate filterNo
TelescopicNo
Other specifications
Model seriesG







