In specification terms, the John Deere Construction 544 J tc Wheel Loader (2004-2021) shows low engine power at 148 hp (110 kW) alongside low weight at 26,795 lb (12.2 t). Its published maximum bucket capacity is 3.01 yd³ (2.3 m³).
Specification profile
Wheel Loader • 2004-2021
Weight: 26,795 lb (12.2 t)Engine power: 148 hp (110 kW)Maximum bucket capacity: 3.01 yd³ (2.3 m³)Minimum bucket capacity: 2.49 yd³ (1.9 m³)
26,795 lb (12.2 t)Weight
148 hp (110 kW)Engine power
3.01 yd³ (2.3 m³)Maximum bucket capacity
2.49 yd³ (1.9 m³)Minimum bucket capacity
23.4 mph (37.6 km/h)Travel speed
479 lb-ft (650 Nm)Maximum torque
8.37 ft (2.55 m)Bucket width
12.3 ft (3.74 m)Transport height
How it compares
Low, average or high?
Engine power
Low
148 hp (110 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
26,795 lb (12.2 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
2.49 yd³ (1.9 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
23.4 mph (37.6 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
479 lb-ft (650 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
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Working dimensions
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Overall size
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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 | 544 J tc |
| Category | Wheel Loader |
| Model year / production | 2004-2021 |
Full specifications
Technical details
Performance
Engine power148 hp (110 kW)
Maximum torque479 lb-ft (650 Nm)
Travel speed23.4 mph (37.6 km/h)
Dimensions
Bucket width8.37 ft (2.55 m)
Transport height12.3 ft (3.74 m)
Transport length24.6 ft (7.51 m)
Outside turning radius16.2 ft (4.95 m)
Capacity & weight
Maximum bucket capacity3.01 yd³ (2.3 m³)
Minimum bucket capacity2.49 yd³ (1.9 m³)
Weight26,795 lb (12.2 t)
Swing loaderNo
Engine & drivetrain
Displacement1.8 US gal (6.8 L)
Engine manufacturerJohn Deere
Engine type6068H
Number of cylinders6.0
Setup & fitment
Hydraulic quick hitchNo
Mechanical quick hitchNo
Standard tyres20.5 R 25
Features
Air conditioningNo
Diesel particulate filterNo
TelescopicNo
Other specifications
Model seriesJ







