The John Deere Construction 444 J Wheel Loader (2004-2021) is characterised by low engine power at 127 hp (95 kW) and low weight at 22,644 lb (10.3 t). The listed maximum bucket capacity is 2.49 yd³ (1.9 m³).
Specification profile
Wheel Loader • 2004-2021
Weight: 22,644 lb (10.3 t)Engine power: 127 hp (95 kW)Maximum bucket capacity: 2.49 yd³ (1.9 m³)Minimum bucket capacity: 1.96 yd³ (1.5 m³)
22,644 lb (10.3 t)Weight
127 hp (95 kW)Engine power
2.49 yd³ (1.9 m³)Maximum bucket capacity
1.96 yd³ (1.5 m³)Minimum bucket capacity
15.7 mph (25.3 km/h)Travel speed
380 lb-ft (515 Nm)Maximum torque
8.37 ft (2.55 m)Bucket width
10.3 ft (3.15 m)Transport height
How it compares
Low, average or high?
Engine power
Low
127 hp (95 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
22,644 lb (10.3 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
2.49 yd³ (1.9 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
1.96 yd³ (1.5 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
Low
15.7 mph (25.3 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 below the typical figure.
Maximum torque
Low
380 lb-ft (515 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 | 444 J |
| Category | Wheel Loader |
| Model year / production | 2004-2021 |
Full specifications
Technical details
Performance
Engine power127 hp (95 kW)
Maximum torque380 lb-ft (515 Nm)
Travel speed15.7 mph (25.3 km/h)
Dimensions
Bucket width8.37 ft (2.55 m)
Transport height10.3 ft (3.15 m)
Transport length23.4 ft (7.14 m)
Outside turning radius15.4 ft (4.7 m)
Capacity & weight
Maximum bucket capacity2.49 yd³ (1.9 m³)
Minimum bucket capacity1.96 yd³ (1.5 m³)
Weight22,644 lb (10.3 t)
Swing loaderNo
Engine & drivetrain
Displacement1.19 US gal (4.5 L)
Emission levelStage IIIA
Engine manufacturerJohn Deere
Engine type4045H
Number of cylinders4.0
Setup & fitment
Hydraulic quick hitchNo
Mechanical quick hitchNo
Standard tyres17.5R25EM
Features
Air conditioningNo
Diesel particulate filterNo
TelescopicNo
Other specifications
Model seriesJ







