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John Deere 744K High-Lift

Series: John Deere Wheel Loader

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The John Deere 744K High-Lift is a model in the John Deere Wheel Loader series. The engine delivers 226.7 kW, has 6 cylinders, with a displacement of 8,980.1 cm³. Torque is 1,456.1 Nm. Rated speed is 1,500 rpm. The unladen weight is 24,733 kg. The wheelbase measures 3,462.5 mm. Ground clearance is 460.2 mm. The tank holds 469 litres. The gearbox has 4 forward gears. There are also 3 reverse gears. Maximum torque is reached at 1,400 rpm. The pump delivers 515.2 l/min. The hydraulic tank holds 159.4 litres. The cooling system holds 45 litres. The electrical system runs on 24 V. The engine fitted is the 6090H. Tier III certified. Tyre size: 26,5 R 25. The John Deere Wheel Loader series covers 120 models. Rated output within it ranges from 38.8 to 283.4 kW; the 744K High-Lift sits in the upper part of that range with 226.7 kW. Its immediate neighbours are the 824J Z-Bar below it with 205.1 kW and the 844J above it with 246.1 kW. 2153 John Deere models across 96 series are on record. The model is listed under Wheel loaders. 21 verified figures from 1 source are on file.

Technical data

Engine

Engine model6090H, Tier III certifiedcorrect
Power226.7 kWcorrect
Rated speed1,500 rpmcorrect
Torque1,456.1correct
Speed at max. torque1,400 rpmcorrect
Cylinders6correct
Displacement8,980.1 cm³correct
AspirationTurbocharged charge air cooledcorrect
Coolant capacity45 lcorrect

Dimensions and weights

Wheelbase3,462.5correct
Ground clearance460.2correct
Unladen weight24,733 kgcorrect

Drivetrain and chassis

Gearbox typeCountershaft, powershift transmissioncorrect
Forward gears4correct
Reverse gears3correct
Tyre size26.5 R 25correct
System voltage24 Vcorrect

Working data

Pump flow515.2 l/mincorrect
Hydraulic oil capacity159.4 lcorrect
Fuel tank capacity469 lcorrect

Other data

Height3,502.2correct

Where this model stands

Power-to-weight ratio: 9.2 kW/t (227 kW / 24.7 t)

Stronger than 90% of the wheel loaders in the register — out of 1,253 models with a stated power figure.

Calculated from the documented figures above — not a rating.

Frequently asked questions

How much power does the John Deere 744K High-Lift have?

The John Deere 744K High-Lift delivers 227 kW.

How much does the John Deere 744K High-Lift weigh?

The unladen weight is 24,733 kg.

What engine does the John Deere 744K High-Lift have?

6 cylinders, 8,980 cm³ displacement.

What to check before buying

  • Check the hour meter against the service records — a replaced instrument is the most common gap.
  • Compare the data plate and chassis number with the papers.
  • Check the weights in the papers against the figures here — attachments change them.
  • Load the hydraulics and watch for sag.
  • Ask about parts availability for this build year — the running costs hang on it.

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