The John Deere Construction 444 C Wheel Loader (1983-1985) is characterised by low engine power at 95.2 hp (71 kW) and low weight at 14,619 lb (6.63 t). Its published maximum bucket capacity is 3.01 yd³ (2.3 m³).
Specification profile
Wheel Loader • 1983-1985
Weight: 14,619 lb (6.63 t)Engine power: 95.2 hp (71 kW)Maximum bucket capacity: 3.01 yd³ (2.3 m³)Minimum bucket capacity: 1.5 yd³ (1.15 m³)
14,619 lb (6.63 t)Weight
95.2 hp (71 kW)Engine power
3.01 yd³ (2.3 m³)Maximum bucket capacity
1.5 yd³ (1.15 m³)Minimum bucket capacity
24.6 mph (39.6 km/h)Travel speed
228 lb-ft (309 Nm)Maximum torque
7.12 ft (2.17 m)Transport width
7.35 ft (2.24 m)Bucket width
How it compares
Low, average or high?
Engine power
Low
95.2 hp (71 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
14,619 lb (6.63 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
3.01 yd³ (2.3 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
1.5 yd³ (1.15 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
Above average
24.6 mph (39.6 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 above the typical figure.
Maximum torque
Low
228 lb-ft (309 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 | 444 C |
| Category | Wheel Loader |
| Model year / production | 1983-1985 |
Full specifications
Technical details
Performance
Engine power95.2 hp (71 kW)
Maximum torque228 lb-ft (309 Nm)
Travel speed24.6 mph (39.6 km/h)
Dimensions
Bucket width7.35 ft (2.24 m)
Transport height9.84 ft (3 m)
Transport length19 ft (5.79 m)
Transport width7.12 ft (2.17 m)
Outside turning radius13.8 ft (4.22 m)
Capacity & weight
Maximum bucket capacity3.01 yd³ (2.3 m³)
Minimum bucket capacity1.5 yd³ (1.15 m³)
Weight14,619 lb (6.63 t)
Swing loaderNo
Engine & drivetrain
Displacement1.04 US gal (3.92 L)
Engine manufacturerJohn Deere
Number of cylinders6.0
Setup & fitment
Hydraulic quick hitchNo
Mechanical quick hitchNo
Standard tyres17.5R25EM
Features
Air conditioningNo
Diesel particulate filterNo
TelescopicNo
Other specifications
Model seriesC







