The John Deere Construction 844 J Wheel Loader (2006-2010) is characterised by high engine power at 380 hp (283 kW) and high weight at 150,620 lb (68.3 t). Another useful figure is maximum bucket capacity at 8.11 yd³ (6.2 m³).
Specification profile
Wheel Loader • 2006-2010
Weight: 150,620 lb (68.3 t)Engine power: 380 hp (283 kW)Maximum bucket capacity: 8.11 yd³ (6.2 m³)Minimum bucket capacity: 6.02 yd³ (4.6 m³)
150,620 lb (68.3 t)Weight
380 hp (283 kW)Engine power
8.11 yd³ (6.2 m³)Maximum bucket capacity
6.02 yd³ (4.6 m³)Minimum bucket capacity
23.4 mph (37.6 km/h)Travel speed
1,320 lb-ft (1,790 Nm)Maximum torque
10.5 ft (3.2 m)Transport width
11.3 ft (3.45 m)Bucket width
How it compares
Low, average or high?
Engine power
High
380 hp (283 kW)
Low 44.3 hp (33 kW)Typical 212 hp (158 kW)High 814 hp (607 kW)
Engine power is well above the typical figure.
Weight
High
150,620 lb (68.3 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 above the typical figure.
Maximum bucket capacity
High
8.11 yd³ (6.2 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 above the typical figure.
Minimum bucket capacity
High
6.02 yd³ (4.6 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 above the typical figure.
Travel speed
Above average
23.4 mph (37.6 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
High
1,320 lb-ft (1,790 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 above 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 | 844 J |
| Category | Wheel Loader |
| Model year / production | 2006-2010 |
Full specifications
Technical details
Performance
Engine power380 hp (283 kW)
Maximum torque1,320 lb-ft (1,790 Nm)
Travel speed23.4 mph (37.6 km/h)
Dimensions
Bucket width11.3 ft (3.45 m)
Transport height12.3 ft (3.74 m)
Transport length31.5 ft (9.6 m)
Transport width10.5 ft (3.2 m)
Outside turning radius20.8 ft (6.33 m)
Capacity & weight
Maximum bucket capacity8.11 yd³ (6.2 m³)
Minimum bucket capacity6.02 yd³ (4.6 m³)
Weight150,620 lb (68.3 t)
Swing loaderNo
Engine & drivetrain
Displacement3.3 US gal (12.5 L)
Engine manufacturerJohn Deere
Engine type6125H
Number of cylinders6.0
Setup & fitment
Hydraulic quick hitchNo
Mechanical quick hitchNo
Standard tyres29.5 R25
Features
Air conditioningNo
Diesel particulate filterNo
TelescopicNo
Other specifications
Model seriesJ







