The John Deere Construction 444 D Wheel Loader (1985-2021) brings together low engine power at 89.8 hp (67 kW) and low weight at 19,511 lb (8.85 t). Another useful figure is maximum bucket capacity at 3 yd³ (2.29 m³).
Specification profile
Wheel Loader • 1985-2021
Weight: 19,511 lb (8.85 t)Engine power: 89.8 hp (67 kW)Maximum bucket capacity: 3 yd³ (2.29 m³)Minimum bucket capacity: 1.5 yd³ (1.15 m³)
19,511 lb (8.85 t)Weight
89.8 hp (67 kW)Engine power
3 yd³ (2.29 m³)Maximum bucket capacity
1.5 yd³ (1.15 m³)Minimum bucket capacity
24.9 mph (40 km/h)Travel speed
247 lb-ft (335 Nm)Maximum torque
7.35 ft (2.24 m)Bucket width
12.9 ft (3.92 m)Transport height
How it compares
Low, average or high?
Engine power
Low
89.8 hp (67 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
19,511 lb (8.85 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 yd³ (2.29 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
24.9 mph (40 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
247 lb-ft (335 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.
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 D |
| Category | Wheel Loader |
| Model year / production | 1985-2021 |
Full specifications
Technical details
Performance
Engine power89.8 hp (67 kW)
Maximum torque247 lb-ft (335 Nm)
Travel speed24.9 mph (40 km/h)
Dimensions
Bucket width7.35 ft (2.24 m)
Transport height12.9 ft (3.92 m)
Outside turning radius13.8 ft (4.2 m)
Capacity & weight
Maximum bucket capacity3 yd³ (2.29 m³)
Minimum bucket capacity1.5 yd³ (1.15 m³)
Weight19,511 lb (8.85 t)
Swing loaderNo
Engine & drivetrain
Cylinder bore × stroke102×110 mm
Displacement1.42 US gal (5.39 L)
Engine manufacturerJohn Deere
Engine type6329D
Number of cylinders6.0
Setup & fitment
Hydraulic quick hitchNo
Mechanical quick hitchNo
Standard tyres13.00-24. 8 PR. L2
Features
Air conditioningNo
Diesel particulate filterNo
TelescopicNo
Other specifications
Model seriesD







