In specification terms, the John Deere Construction 304 J Wheel Loader (2005-2021) shows low engine power at 72.4 hp (54 kW) alongside low weight at 29,551 lb (13.4 t). It also has bucket capacity of 1.44 yd³ (1.1 m³).
Specification profile
Wheel Loader • 2005-2021
Weight: 29,551 lb (13.4 t)Engine power: 72.4 hp (54 kW)Bucket capacity: 1.44 yd³ (1.1 m³)Maximum bucket capacity: 1.44 yd³ (1.1 m³)
29,551 lb (13.4 t)Weight
72.4 hp (54 kW)Engine power
1.44 yd³ (1.1 m³)Bucket capacity
1.44 yd³ (1.1 m³)Maximum bucket capacity
1.44 yd³ (1.1 m³)Minimum bucket capacity
18.6 mph (30 km/h)Travel speed
195 lb-ft (264 Nm)Maximum torque
7.22 ft (2.2 m)Bucket width
How it compares
Low, average or high?
Engine power
Low
72.4 hp (54 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
29,551 lb (13.4 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.
Bucket capacity
Low
1.44 yd³ (1.1 m³)
Low 0.78 yd³ (0.6 m³)Typical 4 yd³ (3.06 m³)High 15 yd³ (11.5 m³)
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.
Maximum torque
Low
195 lb-ft (264 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.
Transport height
Below average
9.19 ft (2.8 m)
Low 7.71 ft (2.35 m)Typical 11.1 ft (3.38 m)High 18.4 ft (5.6 m)
Transport height is below the typical figure.
Visual overview
Key measurements
Overall size
The main published dimensions shown together at a glance.
Related measurements
Additional published measurements that share the same unit.
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 | 304 J |
| Category | Wheel Loader |
| Model year / production | 2005-2021 |
Full specifications
Technical details
Performance
Engine power72.4 hp (54 kW)
Maximum torque195 lb-ft (264 Nm)
Travel speed18.6 mph (30 km/h)
Dimensions
Bucket width7.22 ft (2.2 m)
Transport height9.19 ft (2.8 m)
Transport length18.9 ft (5.76 m)
Capacity & weight
Bucket capacity1.44 yd³ (1.1 m³)
Maximum bucket capacity1.44 yd³ (1.1 m³)
Minimum bucket capacity1.44 yd³ (1.1 m³)
Weight29,551 lb (13.4 t)
Swing loaderNo
Engine & drivetrain
Displacement0.79 US gal (3 L)
Engine manufacturerJohn Deere
Engine type11,089,252 lb (5,030 t)
Number of cylinders5.0
Setup & fitment
Hydraulic quick hitchNo
Mechanical quick hitchNo
Standard tyres405/70R 20
Features
Air conditioningNo
Diesel particulate filterNo
TelescopicNo
Other specifications
Model seriesJ
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