The John Deere Construction 544 B Wheel Loader (1977-2021) is characterised by low engine power at 115 hp (85.8 kW) and low weight at 22,809 lb (10.3 t). It also has maximum bucket capacity of 3.01 yd³ (2.3 m³).
Specification profile
Wheel Loader • 1977-2021
Weight: 22,809 lb (10.3 t)Engine power: 115 hp (85.8 kW)Maximum bucket capacity: 3.01 yd³ (2.3 m³)Minimum bucket capacity: 1.75 yd³ (1.34 m³)
22,809 lb (10.3 t)Weight
115 hp (85.8 kW)Engine power
3.01 yd³ (2.3 m³)Maximum bucket capacity
1.75 yd³ (1.34 m³)Minimum bucket capacity
23 mph (37 km/h)Travel speed
325 lb-ft (441 Nm)Maximum torque
7.68 ft (2.34 m)Bucket width
10.2 ft (3.12 m)Transport height
How it compares
Low, average or high?
Engine power
Low
115 hp (85.8 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
22,809 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
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
1.75 yd³ (1.34 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
Average
23 mph (37 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 close to the typical figure.
Maximum torque
Low
325 lb-ft (441 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.
Overall size
The main published dimensions shown together at a glance.
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 | 544 B |
| Category | Wheel Loader |
| Model year / production | 1977-2021 |
Full specifications
Technical details
Performance
Engine power115 hp (85.8 kW)
Maximum torque325 lb-ft (441 Nm)
Travel speed23 mph (37 km/h)
Dimensions
Bucket width7.68 ft (2.34 m)
Transport height10.2 ft (3.12 m)
Transport length19.1 ft (5.82 m)
Capacity & weight
Maximum bucket capacity3.01 yd³ (2.3 m³)
Minimum bucket capacity1.75 yd³ (1.34 m³)
Weight22,809 lb (10.3 t)
Swing loaderNo
Engine & drivetrain
Cylinder bore × stroke106.5×127 mm
Displacement1.79 US gal (6.78 L)
Engine manufacturerJohn Deere
Number of cylinders6.0
Setup & fitment
Hydraulic quick hitchNo
Mechanical quick hitchNo
Standard tyres15.5-25. 12PR
Features
Air conditioningNo
Diesel particulate filterNo
TelescopicNo
Other specifications
Model seriesB







