The John Deere Construction 544k ii Wheel Loader (2017-2019) stands out for below-average engine power at 162 hp (121 kW), while low weight comes in at 29,145 lb (13.2 t). Another useful figure is maximum bucket capacity at 5.23 yd³ (4 m³).
Specification profile
Wheel Loader • 2017-2019
Weight: 29,145 lb (13.2 t)Engine power: 162 hp (121 kW)Maximum bucket capacity: 5.23 yd³ (4 m³)Minimum bucket capacity: 2.62 yd³ (2 m³)
29,145 lb (13.2 t)Weight
162 hp (121 kW)Engine power
5.23 yd³ (4 m³)Maximum bucket capacity
2.62 yd³ (2 m³)Minimum bucket capacity
24.9 mph (40 km/h)Travel speed
1,800 rpmEngine speed at max torque
8.37 ft (2.55 m)Transport width
8.33 ft (2.54 m)Bucket width
How it compares
Low, average or high?
Engine power
Below average
162 hp (121 kW)
Low 44.3 hp (33 kW)Typical 212 hp (158 kW)High 814 hp (607 kW)
Engine power is below the typical figure.
Weight
Low
29,145 lb (13.2 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
Average
5.23 yd³ (4 m³)
Low 1.05 yd³ (0.8 m³)Typical 5.37 yd³ (4.11 m³)High 17 yd³ (13 m³)
Maximum bucket capacity is close to the typical figure.
Minimum bucket capacity
Low
2.62 yd³ (2 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.
Transport width
Average
8.37 ft (2.55 m)
Low 5.25 ft (1.6 m)Typical 8.71 ft (2.65 m)High 15.8 ft (4.81 m)
Transport width is close to 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.
Overall size
The main published dimensions shown together at a glance.
Equipment
Features & equipment
Published equipment and feature availability for this model.
Air conditioningYES
Diesel particulate filterNO
Hydraulic quick hitchNO
Mechanical quick hitchNO
Swing loaderNO
TelescopicNO
Overview
Model information
| Manufacturer | John Deere Construction |
|---|---|
| Model | 544k ii |
| Category | Wheel Loader |
| Model year / production | 2017-2019 |
Full specifications
Technical details
Performance
Engine power162 hp (121 kW)
Maximum torque683/1100 Nm
Engine speed at max torque1,800 rpm
Travel speed24.9 mph (40 km/h)
Dimensions
Bucket width8.33 ft (2.54 m)
Maximum discharge height9.06 ft (2.76 m)
Transport height10.6 ft (3.24 m)
Transport length24.4 ft (7.43 m)
Transport width8.37 ft (2.55 m)
Outside turning radius16.4 ft (5 m)
Capacity & weight
Maximum bucket capacity5.23 yd³ (4 m³)
Minimum bucket capacity2.62 yd³ (2 m³)
Weight29,145 lb (13.2 t)
Swing loaderNo
Engine & drivetrain
Displacement1.8 US gal (6.8 L)
Emission levelTier 4f/EU IV
Engine manufacturerJohn Deere
Engine typePowerTech PVS 6068
Number of cylinders6.0
Setup & fitment
Hydraulic quick hitchNo
Mechanical quick hitchNo
Standard tyres20.5 R25
Features
Air conditioningYes
Diesel particulate filterNo
TelescopicNo
Other specifications
Model seriesK
Steering modeAL
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