The John Deere Construction wl56 Wheel Loader (2022-2026) is characterised by typical engine power at 215 hp (160 kW) and below-average weight at 37,000 lb (16.8 t). The listed bucket capacity is 4.05 yd³ (3.1 m³).
Specification profile
Wheel Loader • 2022-2026
Weight: 37,000 lb (16.8 t)Engine power: 215 hp (160 kW)Bucket capacity: 4.05 yd³ (3.1 m³)Maximum bucket capacity: 4.84 yd³ (3.7 m³)
37,000 lb (16.8 t)Weight
215 hp (160 kW)Engine power
4.05 yd³ (3.1 m³)Bucket capacity
4.84 yd³ (3.7 m³)Maximum bucket capacity
3.66 yd³ (2.8 m³)Minimum bucket capacity
24.9 mph (40 km/h)Travel speed
2,200 rpmEngine speed at max torque
676 lb-ft (917 Nm)Maximum torque
How it compares
Low, average or high?
Engine power
Average
215 hp (160 kW)
Low 44.3 hp (33 kW)Typical 212 hp (158 kW)High 814 hp (607 kW)
Engine power is close to the typical figure.
Weight
Below average
37,000 lb (16.8 t)
Low 7,419 lb (3.37 t)Typical 43,268 lb (19.6 t)High 210,541 lb (95.5 t)
Weight is below the typical figure.
Bucket capacity
Average
4.05 yd³ (3.1 m³)
Low 0.78 yd³ (0.6 m³)Typical 4 yd³ (3.06 m³)High 15 yd³ (11.5 m³)
Bucket capacity is close to 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
Average
676 lb-ft (917 Nm)
Low 107 lb-ft (145 Nm)Typical 732 lb-ft (992 Nm)High 2,104 lb-ft (2,852 Nm)
Maximum torque is close to the typical figure.
Transport width
Above average
9.72 ft (2.96 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 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 | wl56 |
| Category | Wheel Loader |
| Model year / production | 2022-2026 |
Full specifications
Technical details
Performance
Engine power215 hp (160 kW)
Maximum torque676 lb-ft (917 Nm)
Engine speed at max torque2,200 rpm
Travel speed24.9 mph (40 km/h)
Dimensions
Bucket width9.72 ft (2.96 m)
Maximum discharge height14.8 ft (4.5 m)
Transport height11.3 ft (3.44 m)
Transport length28.4 ft (8.67 m)
Transport width9.72 ft (2.96 m)
Outside turning radius22 ft (6.69 m)
Capacity & weight
Bucket capacity4.05 yd³ (3.1 m³)
Maximum bucket capacity4.84 yd³ (3.7 m³)
Minimum bucket capacity3.66 yd³ (2.8 m³)
Weight37,000 lb (16.8 t)
Swing loaderNo
Engine & drivetrain
Displacement1.8 US gal (6.8 L)
Emission levelEU Stage II
Engine manufacturerJohn Deere
Engine typePowerTech 6068H
Number of cylinders6.0
Setup & fitment
Hydraulic quick hitchNo
Mechanical quick hitchNo
Standard tyres45800
Features
Air conditioningNo
Diesel particulate filterNo
TelescopicNo







