The John Deere Construction 244k Wheel Loader (2015-2019) stands out for typical engine power at 217 hp (162 kW), while low weight comes in at 12,059 lb (5.47 t). The listed maximum bucket capacity is 1.44 yd³ (1.1 m³).
Specification profile
Wheel Loader • 2015-2019
Weight: 12,059 lb (5.47 t)Engine power: 217 hp (162 kW)Maximum bucket capacity: 1.44 yd³ (1.1 m³)Minimum bucket capacity: 1.05 yd³ (0.8 m³)
12,059 lb (5.47 t)Weight
217 hp (162 kW)Engine power
1.44 yd³ (1.1 m³)Maximum bucket capacity
1.05 yd³ (0.8 m³)Minimum bucket capacity
18.6 mph (30 km/h)Travel speed
2,200 rpmEngine speed at max torque
6.2 ft (1.89 m)Transport width
8.92 ft (2.72 m)Transport height
How it compares
Low, average or high?
Engine power
Average
217 hp (162 kW)
Low 44.3 hp (33 kW)Typical 212 hp (158 kW)High 814 hp (607 kW)
Engine power is close to the typical figure.
Weight
Low
12,059 lb (5.47 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
1.44 yd³ (1.1 m³)
Low 1.05 yd³ (0.8 m³)Typical 5.37 yd³ (4.11 m³)High 17 yd³ (13 m³)
Maximum bucket capacity is well below the typical figure.
Minimum bucket capacity
Low
1.05 yd³ (0.8 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
18.6 mph (30 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.
Transport width
Low
6.2 ft (1.89 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 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 conditioningYES
Diesel particulate filterNO
Hydraulic quick hitchNO
Mechanical quick hitchNO
Swing loaderNO
TelescopicNO
Overview
Model information
| Manufacturer | John Deere Construction |
|---|---|
| Model | 244k |
| Category | Wheel Loader |
| Model year / production | 2015-2019 |
Full specifications
Technical details
Performance
Engine power217 hp (162 kW)
Maximum torque1100/1400 Nm
Engine speed at max torque2,200 rpm
Travel speed18.6 mph (30 km/h)
Dimensions
Maximum discharge height8.37 ft (2.55 m)
Transport height8.92 ft (2.72 m)
Transport length17.3 ft (5.28 m)
Transport width6.2 ft (1.89 m)
Outside turning radius11.5 ft (3.51 m)
Capacity & weight
Maximum bucket capacity1.44 yd³ (1.1 m³)
Minimum bucket capacity1.05 yd³ (0.8 m³)
Weight12,059 lb (5.47 t)
Swing loaderNo
Engine & drivetrain
Displacement2.35 US gal (8.9 L)
Emission levelTier 2/EU II
Engine manufacturerYanmar
Engine type4TNV98CT
Number of cylinders9.0
Setup & fitment
Hydraulic quick hitchNo
Mechanical quick hitchNo
Standard tyres365/70 R18
Features
Air conditioningYes
Diesel particulate filterNo
TelescopicNo
Other specifications
Model seriesK
Steering modeAL
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