In specification terms, the Caterpillar 944 Wheel Loader (1968-2026) shows low engine power at 100 hp (74.6 kW) alongside low weight at 22,267 lb (10.1 t). It also has maximum bucket capacity of 4.05 yd³ (3.1 m³).
Specification profile
Wheel Loader • 1968-2026
Weight: 22,267 lb (10.1 t)Engine power: 100 hp (74.6 kW)Maximum bucket capacity: 4.05 yd³ (3.1 m³)Minimum bucket capacity: 2 yd³ (1.53 m³)
22,267 lb (10.1 t)Weight
100 hp (74.6 kW)Engine power
4.05 yd³ (3.1 m³)Maximum bucket capacity
2 yd³ (1.53 m³)Minimum bucket capacity
28.9 mph (46.5 km/h)Travel speed
7.87 ft (2.4 m)Transport width
7.87 ft (2.4 m)Bucket width
9.51 ft (2.9 m)Transport height
How it compares
Low, average or high?
Engine power
Low
100 hp (74.6 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
22,267 lb (10.1 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
Below average
4.05 yd³ (3.1 m³)
Low 1.05 yd³ (0.8 m³)Typical 5.37 yd³ (4.11 m³)High 17 yd³ (13 m³)
Maximum bucket capacity is below the typical figure.
Minimum bucket capacity
Low
2 yd³ (1.53 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
High
28.9 mph (46.5 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 well above the typical figure.
Transport width
Below average
7.87 ft (2.4 m)
Low 5.25 ft (1.6 m)Typical 8.71 ft (2.65 m)High 15.8 ft (4.81 m)
Transport width is below the typical figure.
Visual overview
Key measurements
Capacity
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Working dimensions
Useful working and clearance measurements shown side by side.
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 | Caterpillar |
|---|---|
| Model | 944 |
| Category | Wheel Loader |
| Model year / production | 1968-2026 |
Full specifications
Technical details
Performance
Engine power100 hp (74.6 kW)
Travel speed28.9 mph (46.5 km/h)
Dimensions
Bucket width7.87 ft (2.4 m)
Maximum discharge height6.99 ft (2.13 m)
Transport height9.51 ft (2.9 m)
Transport length18.7 ft (5.7 m)
Transport width7.87 ft (2.4 m)
Outside turning radius22 ft (6.7 m)
Capacity & weight
Maximum bucket capacity4.05 yd³ (3.1 m³)
Minimum bucket capacity2 yd³ (1.53 m³)
Weight22,267 lb (10.1 t)
Swing loaderNo
Engine & drivetrain
Cylinder bore × stroke121×152 mm
Displacement1.85 US gal (7 L)
Engine manufacturerCaterpillar
Engine typeD330
Number of cylinders4.0
Setup & fitment
Hydraulic quick hitchNo
Mechanical quick hitchNo
Standard tyres17.5-25. 12PR
Features
Air conditioningNo
Diesel particulate filterNo
TelescopicNo
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