The John Deere Construction 54 H tc Wheel Loader (1998-2021) stands out for low engine power at 138 hp (103 kW), while low weight comes in at 26,680 lb (12.1 t). Another useful figure is maximum bucket capacity at 3.01 yd³ (2.3 m³).
Specification profile
Wheel Loader • 1998-2021
Weight: 26,680 lb (12.1 t)Engine power: 138 hp (103 kW)Maximum bucket capacity: 3.01 yd³ (2.3 m³)Minimum bucket capacity: 2.49 yd³ (1.9 m³)
26,680 lb (12.1 t)Weight
138 hp (103 kW)Engine power
3.01 yd³ (2.3 m³)Maximum bucket capacity
2.49 yd³ (1.9 m³)Minimum bucket capacity
24.9 mph (40 km/h)Travel speed
443 lb-ft (600 Nm)Maximum torque
7.97 ft (2.43 m)Transport width
8.37 ft (2.55 m)Bucket width
How it compares
Low, average or high?
Engine power
Low
138 hp (103 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
26,680 lb (12.1 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
Low
3.01 yd³ (2.3 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
2.49 yd³ (1.9 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
443 lb-ft (600 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
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 | John Deere Construction |
|---|---|
| Model | 54 H tc |
| Category | Wheel Loader |
| Model year / production | 1998-2021 |
Full specifications
Technical details
Performance
Engine power138 hp (103 kW)
Maximum torque443 lb-ft (600 Nm)
Travel speed24.9 mph (40 km/h)
Dimensions
Bucket width8.37 ft (2.55 m)
Transport height10.5 ft (3.2 m)
Transport length24 ft (7.3 m)
Transport width7.97 ft (2.43 m)
Outside turning radius16.1 ft (4.9 m)
Capacity & weight
Maximum bucket capacity3.01 yd³ (2.3 m³)
Minimum bucket capacity2.49 yd³ (1.9 m³)
Weight26,680 lb (12.1 t)
Swing loaderNo
Engine & drivetrain
Displacement1.8 US gal (6.8 L)
Engine manufacturerJohn Deere
Engine type13,377,650 lb (6,068 t)
Number of cylinders6.0
Setup & fitment
Hydraulic quick hitchNo
Mechanical quick hitchNo
Standard tyres17.5R25EM
Features
Air conditioningNo
Diesel particulate filterNo
TelescopicNo
Other specifications
Model seriesH







