Among the key figures for the John Deere Construction 344 H Wheel Loader (1998-2006) are low engine power at 102 hp (76 kW) and low weight at 16,843 lb (7.64 t). It also has maximum bucket capacity of 1.96 yd³ (1.5 m³).
Specification profile
Wheel Loader • 1998-2006
Weight: 16,843 lb (7.64 t)Engine power: 102 hp (76 kW)Maximum bucket capacity: 1.96 yd³ (1.5 m³)Minimum bucket capacity: 1.7 yd³ (1.3 m³)
16,843 lb (7.64 t)Weight
102 hp (76 kW)Engine power
1.96 yd³ (1.5 m³)Maximum bucket capacity
1.7 yd³ (1.3 m³)Minimum bucket capacity
17.9 mph (28.8 km/h)Travel speed
291 lb-ft (395 Nm)Maximum torque
7.87 ft (2.4 m)Bucket width
10.9 ft (3.32 m)Transport height
How it compares
Low, average or high?
Engine power
Low
102 hp (76 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
16,843 lb (7.64 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
1.96 yd³ (1.5 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
1.7 yd³ (1.3 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
Below average
17.9 mph (28.8 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 below the typical figure.
Maximum torque
Low
291 lb-ft (395 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 H |
| Category | Wheel Loader |
| Model year / production | 1998-2006 |
Full specifications
Technical details
Performance
Engine power102 hp (76 kW)
Maximum torque291 lb-ft (395 Nm)
Travel speed17.9 mph (28.8 km/h)
Dimensions
Bucket width7.87 ft (2.4 m)
Transport height10.9 ft (3.32 m)
Transport length20.7 ft (6.3 m)
Outside turning radius12.8 ft (3.9 m)
Capacity & weight
Maximum bucket capacity1.96 yd³ (1.5 m³)
Minimum bucket capacity1.7 yd³ (1.3 m³)
Weight16,843 lb (7.64 t)
Swing loaderNo
Engine & drivetrain
Displacement1.19 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. 12PR
Features
Air conditioningNo
Diesel particulate filterNo
TelescopicNo
Other specifications
Model seriesH
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