Machine models

John Deere 544H to 644J Z-Bar specifications

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Listing-entry count
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Short answer

John Deere 544H to 644J Z-Bar: wheel loaders.

Selected configuration figures
Configuration	Documented field and quantity
544H	Gross Power 138 hp Operating Weight 25,873 lb
544J Waste Handler High-Lift	Net Power 167 hp Operating Weight 35,560 lb
624H Waste Handler	Gross Power 172 hp Operating Weight 38,859 lb
624J	Net Power 167 hp Operating Weight 35,102 lb
644J	Net Power 185 hp Operating Weight 48,651 lb
644J High-lift	Net Power 185 hp Operating Weight 40,620 lb
644J Waste Handler	Net Power 185 hp Operating Weight 42,719 lb
644J Waste Handler High-Lift	Net Power 185 hp Operating Weight 49,130 lb
644J Z-Bar	Net Power 185 hp Operating Weight 40,150 lb

544H to 644J Z-Bar specification matrix — Listing labels reported by the source
Publisher name	Source guide	Listing-entry count	Labels named by the source
John Deere	544H to 644J Z-Bar	12	544H, 544J Waste Handler High-Lift, 624H Waste Handler, 624J, 624J, 624J, and 6 more

Dimensions and weight
Specification	544H	544J Waste Handler High-Lift	624H Waste Handler	624J	624J	624J	644J	644J	644J High-lift	644J Waste Handler	644J Waste Handler High-Lift	644J Z-Bar
Ground Clearance	1.4 ft	1.5 ft	1.5 ft	17.08 ft	1.42 ft	17.08 ft	1.6 ft	1.42 ft	1.5 ft	1.5 ft	1.5 ft	1.42 ft

Specification	544H	544J Waste Handler High-Lift	624H Waste Handler	624J	624J	624J	644J	644J	644J High-lift	644J Waste Handler	644J Waste Handler High-Lift	644J Z-Bar
Length With Bucket On Ground	23.6 ft	26.08 ft	25.21 ft	26.58 ft	26.17 ft	25.75 ft	27.75 ft	29.5 ft	28 ft	28 ft	26.75 ft	26.42 ft

Specification	544H	624H Waste Handler	624J	624J	644J	644J Waste Handler	644J Waste Handler High-Lift	644J Z-Bar
Width Over Tires	8 ft	8.44 ft	101.7 ft	101.7 ft	9.09 ft	9.08 ft	9.42 ft	9.43 ft

Specification	544H	544J Waste Handler High-Lift	624H Waste Handler	624J	624J	624J	644J	644J	644J High-lift	644J Waste Handler	644J Waste Handler High-Lift	644J Z-Bar
Height To Top Of Cab	10.6 ft	10.83 ft	11 ft	10.92 ft	10.92 ft	10.92 ft	11.17 ft	11.17 ft	11.17 ft	11.17 ft	11.17 ft	11.17 ft

Specification	544H	544J Waste Handler High-Lift	624H Waste Handler	624J	624J	624J	644J	644J	644J High-lift	644J Waste Handler	644J Waste Handler High-Lift	644J Z-Bar
Wheelbase	9.5 ft	9.67 ft	9.95 ft	9.92 ft	9.92 ft	9.92 ft	10.5 ft	10.5 ft	10.5 ft	10.5 ft	10.5 ft	10.5 ft

Specification	544J Waste Handler High-Lift	624H Waste Handler	624J	624J	624J	644J	644J	644J High-lift	644J Waste Handler	644J Waste Handler High-Lift	644J Z-Bar
Hinge Pin - Max Height	12.75 ft	14.37 ft	13.17 ft	13.17 ft	13.17 ft	13.33 ft	13.33 ft	15 ft	13.33 ft	15.17 ft	13.58 ft

Specification	544J Waste Handler High-Lift	624H Waste Handler	624J	644J	644J	644J High-lift	644J Waste Handler	644J Waste Handler High-Lift	644J Z-Bar
Reach At Max Lift And Dump	3 ft	3.01 ft	4.17 ft	3.6 ft	3.55 ft	3.83 ft	3.5 ft	4.33 ft	3.67 ft

Engine
Specification	544H	544J Waste Handler High-Lift	624H Waste Handler	624J	624J	644J	644J High-lift	644J Waste Handler	644J Waste Handler High-Lift	644J Z-Bar
Number Of Cylinders	6	6	6	6	6	6	6	6	6	6

Specification	544H	544J Waste Handler High-Lift	624H Waste Handler	624J	624J	624J	644J	644J	644J High-lift	644J Waste Handler	644J Waste Handler High-Lift	644J Z-Bar
Engine Model	6068T	6068H	6068H	6068H	6068H	6068H	6068 H	6068 H	6068H	6068H	6068H	6068H

Specification	544H	544J Waste Handler High-Lift	624H Waste Handler	624J	624J	624J	644J	644J	644J High-lift	644J Waste Handler	644J Waste Handler High-Lift	644J Z-Bar
Net Power	130 hp	167 hp	160 hp	167 hp	198 hp	198 hp	185 hp	185 hp	185 hp	185 hp	185 hp	185 hp

Specification	544H	624H Waste Handler
Gross Power	138 hp	172 hp

Specification	544H	544J Waste Handler High-Lift	624H Waste Handler	624J	624J	624J	644J	644J	644J High-lift	644J Waste Handler	644J Waste Handler High-Lift	644J Z-Bar
Power Measured @	2,200 rpm	1,900 rpm	2,200 rpm	2,200 rpm	1,800 rpm	1,800 rpm	2,200 rpm	2,200 rpm	2,200 rpm	2,200 rpm	2,200 rpm	2,200 rpm

Specification	544H	544J Waste Handler High-Lift	624H Waste Handler	624J	624J	624J	644J	644J	644J High-lift	644J Waste Handler	644J Waste Handler High-Lift	644J Z-Bar
Max Torque	440 lb-ft	496 lb-ft	575 lb-ft	617 lb-ft	617 lb-ft	617 lb-ft	749 lb-ft	749 lb-ft	749 lb-ft	749 lb-ft	749 lb-ft	749 lb-ft

Specification	544H	544J Waste Handler High-Lift	624H Waste Handler	624J	624J	624J	644J	644J	644J High-lift	644J Waste Handler	644J Waste Handler High-Lift	644J Z-Bar
Displacement	414 cu in	414 cu in	414 cu in	414 cu in	414 cu in	414 cu in	414 cu in	414 cu in	414 cu in	414 cu in	414 cu in	414 cu in

Specification	544H	544J Waste Handler High-Lift	624H Waste Handler	624J	624J	644J	644J High-lift	644J Waste Handler	644J Waste Handler High-Lift	644J Z-Bar
Torque Measured @	1,300 rpm	1,600 rpm	1,400 rpm	1,600 rpm	1,600 rpm	1,400 rpm	1,400 rpm	1,400 rpm	1,400 rpm	1,400 rpm

Specification	544H	624H Waste Handler	624J	624J	624J	644J	644J	644J High-lift	644J Waste Handler	644J Z-Bar
Aspiration	TURBOCHARGED	Turbocharger with Aftercooler	Turbocharged charge air cooled	Turbocharged charge air cooled	Turbocharged charge air cooled	Turbocharged change air cooled	turbocharged charge air cooled	Turbocharged charge air cooled	turbocharged charge air cooled	Turbocharged charge air cooled

Specification	544J Waste Handler High-Lift	624J	624J	624J	644J	644J	644J High-lift	644J Waste Handler	644J Waste Handler High-Lift	644J Z-Bar
Torque Rise	38 %	55 %	55 %	55 %	55 %	55 %	55 %	55 %	55 %	55 %

Operational
Specification	544H	544J Waste Handler High-Lift	624H Waste Handler	624J	624J	624J	644J	644J	644J High-lift	644J Waste Handler	644J Waste Handler High-Lift	644J Z-Bar
Operating Weight	25,873 lb	35,560 lb	38,859 lb	35,102 lb	33,534 lb	35,297 lb	48,651 lb	41,711 lb	40,620 lb	42,719 lb	49,130 lb	40,150 lb

Specification	544H	544J Waste Handler High-Lift	624H Waste Handler	624J	624J	624J	644J	644J	644J High-lift	644J Waste Handler	644J Waste Handler High-Lift	644J Z-Bar
Fuel Capacity	65 gal	85 gal	70 gal	93 gal	92 gal	93 gal	93 gal	93 gal	93 gal	39 gal	93 gal	93 gal

Specification	544H	544J Waste Handler High-Lift	624H Waste Handler	624J	624J	624J	644J	644J	644J High-lift	644J Waste Handler	644J Waste Handler High-Lift	644J Z-Bar
Hydraulic System Fluid Capacity	28 gal	26 gal	31 gal	32 gal	32 gal	32 gal	31 gal	31 gal	31 gal	31 gal	31 gal	31 gal

Specification	544H	544J Waste Handler High-Lift	624H Waste Handler	624J	624J	624J	644J	644J	644J High-lift	644J Waste Handler	644J Waste Handler High-Lift	644J Z-Bar
Engine Oil Fluid Capacity	4.8 gal	5.6 gal	5.3 gal	5.6 gal	5.6 gal	5.6 gal	6.5 gal	6.5 gal	6.5 gal	6.5 gal	6.5 gal	6.5 gal

Specification	544H	544J Waste Handler High-Lift	624H Waste Handler	624J	624J	624J	644J	644J	644J High-lift	644J Waste Handler	644J Waste Handler High-Lift	644J Z-Bar
Cooling System Fluid Capacity	6.1 gal	5.9 gal	5.9 gal	7.2 gal	7.2 gal	7.2 gal	7.8 gal	7.8 gal	7.8 gal	7.8 gal	7.8 gal	7.8 gal

Specification	544H	544J Waste Handler High-Lift	624H Waste Handler	624J	624J	624J	644J	644J	644J High-lift	644J Waste Handler	644J Waste Handler High-Lift	644J Z-Bar
Transmission Fluid Capacity	5.3 gal	4.9 gal	7.2 gal	6.1 gal	6.1 gal	6.1 gal	7.1 gal	7.1 gal	7.1 gal	7.1 gal	7.1 gal	7.1 gal

Specification	544H	544J Waste Handler High-Lift	624H Waste Handler	624J	624J	624J	644J	644J	644J High-lift	644J Waste Handler	644J Waste Handler High-Lift	644J Z-Bar
Front Axle/Diff Fluid Capacity	5 gal	4.5 gal	7.4 gal	5.9 gal	5.9 gal	5.9 gal	5.9 gal	5.9 gal	5.9 gal	5.9 gal	5.9 gal	5.9 gal

Specification	544H	544J Waste Handler High-Lift	624H Waste Handler	624J	624J	624J	644J	644J	644J High-lift	644J Waste Handler	644J Waste Handler High-Lift	644J Z-Bar
Rear Axle/Diff Fluid Capacity	5 gal	4.5 gal	5.3 gal	4.5 gal	4.5 gal	4.5 gal	5.9 gal	5.9 gal	5.9 gal	5.9 gal	5.9 gal	5.9 gal

Specification	544H	544J Waste Handler High-Lift	624H Waste Handler	624J	624J	624J	644J	644J	644J High-lift	644J Waste Handler	644J Waste Handler High-Lift	644J Z-Bar
Operating Voltage	24 V	24 V	24 V	24 V	24 V	24 V	24 V	24 V	24 V	24 V	24 V	24 V

Specification	544H	544J Waste Handler High-Lift	624H Waste Handler	624J	624J	624J	644J	644J	644J High-lift	644J Waste Handler	644J Waste Handler High-Lift	644J Z-Bar
Alternator Supplied Amperage	55 amps	80 amps	55 amps	80 amps	80 amps	80 amps	80 amps	80 amps	80 amps	80 amps	80 amps	80 amps

Specification	544H	544J Waste Handler High-Lift	624H Waste Handler	624J	624J	624J	644J	644J	644J High-lift	644J Waste Handler	644J Waste Handler High-Lift	644J Z-Bar
Tire Size	17.5-25	20.5-25	20.5-25	20.5 R25	20.5 R25	20.5 R25	23.5 R25	23.5 R25	23.5 R25	23.5 -25	23.5 -25	23.5 R25

Specification	544J Waste Handler High-Lift	624H Waste Handler	624J	624J	624J	644J	644J	644J High-lift	644J Waste Handler	644J Waste Handler High-Lift	644J Z-Bar
Static Tipping Weight	21,008 lb	23,860 lb	19,590 lb	23,007 lb	23,852 lb	29,833 lb	22,595 lb	27,689 lb	35,615 lb	29,040 lb	34,379 lb

Specification	544J Waste Handler High-Lift	624H Waste Handler	624J	624J	624J	644J	644J	644J High-lift	644J Waste Handler	644J Waste Handler High-Lift	644J Z-Bar
Turning Radius	16.3 ft	17.1 ft	17 ft	20 ft	17 ft	18 ft	18 ft	18 ft	18 ft	18 ft	18 ft

Specification	544J Waste Handler High-Lift	624H Waste Handler	624J	624J	624J	644J	644J	644J High-lift	644J Waste Handler	644J Waste Handler High-Lift	644J Z-Bar
Rear Axle Oscillation	16 degrees	18 degrees	24 degrees	24 degrees	24 degrees	26 degrees	24 degrees	24 degrees	26 degrees	18 degrees	26 degrees

Transmission and speeds
Specification	544H	544J Waste Handler High-Lift	624H Waste Handler	624J	624J	624J	644J	644J	644J High-lift	644J Waste Handler	644J Waste Handler High-Lift	644J Z-Bar
Transmission Type	POWERSHIFT	Automatic Powershift	Power Shift	Automatic Powershift	Powershift	Automatic Powershift	Automatic powershift	Automatic Powershift	Automatic Powershift	automatic powershift	Automatic Powershift	Automatic powershift
Number Of Forward Gears	4	3	3	4	4	4	4	4	4	3	3	4
Number Of Reverse Gears	3	3	3	3	3	3	3	3	3	3	3	3
Max Speed - Forward	25 mph	14.2 mph	15 mph	24.6 mph	24.6 mph	24.6 mph	22 mph	22 mph	22 mph	14.7 mph	14.7 mph	22 mph
Max Speed - Reverse	15.5 mph	15 mph	16 mph	16 mph	16 mph	16 mph	15.5 mph	15.5 mph	15.5 mph	15.5 mph	15.5 mph	15.5 mph

Hydraulic System
Specification	544H	544J Waste Handler High-Lift	624H Waste Handler	624J	624J	624J	644J	644J	644J High-lift	644J Waste Handler	644J Waste Handler High-Lift	644J Z-Bar
Relief Valve Setting	3,600 psi	3,650 psi	3,600 psi	3,675 psi	3,675 psi	3,675 psi	3,625 psi	3,625 psi	3,600 psi	3,600 psi	3,600 psi	3,600 psi
Pump Flow Capacity	41 gpm	50 gpm	55 gpm	60 gpm	60 gpm	60 gpm	76 gpm	76 gpm	68 gpm	68 gpm	68 gpm	68 gpm
Raise Time	5.8 sec	5.8 sec	5.8 sec	5.8 sec	5.8 sec	5.8 sec	5.9 sec	5.9 sec	5.9 sec	5.9 sec	6.2 sec	6.2 sec
Dump Time	1.2 sec	1.2 sec	1.4 sec	1.7 sec	1.7 sec	1.7 sec	1.9 sec	1.9 sec	1.9 sec	1.9 sec	1.4 sec	1.4 sec
Lower Time	2.9 sec	3.3 sec	3 sec	2.8 sec	2.8 sec	2.8 sec	2.8 sec	2.8 sec	2.8 sec	2.8 sec	3.2 sec	3 sec
Pump Type	PISTON PUMP	Variable axial piston	Piston Pump	Variable axial piston	Variable axial piston	Variable axial piston	Variable axial piston	Variable axial piston	Variable axial piston	Variable axial piston	Variable axial piston	Variable axial piston

Bucket
Specification	544J Waste Handler High-Lift	624H Waste Handler	624J	624J	624J	644J	644J	644J High-lift	644J Waste Handler	644J Waste Handler High-Lift	644J Z-Bar
Dump Clearance At Max Raise	9.75 ft	11.16 ft	8.92 ft	8.92 ft	9.17 ft	9.17 ft	8.75 ft	11.08 ft	8.75 ft	10.83 ft	9.67 ft

Specification	544J Waste Handler High-Lift	624H Waste Handler	624J	624J	624J	644J	644J	644J High-lift	644J Waste Handler	644J Waste Handler High-Lift	644J Z-Bar
Bucket Capacity - Heaped	5 yd3	4 yd3	3.5 yd3	3.5 yd3	3 yd3	4 yd3	4 yd3	4 yd3	4 yd3	6 yd3	4.25 yd3

Specification	544J Waste Handler High-Lift	624H Waste Handler	624J	624J	624J	644J	644J	644J High-lift	644J Waste Handler	644J Waste Handler High-Lift	644J Z-Bar
Bucket Width	8.33 ft	10.67 ft	8.5 ft	8.5 ft	8.5 ft	9.75 ft	9.75 ft	9.75 ft	9.75 ft	9.5 ft	9.5 ft

Specification	544J Waste Handler High-Lift	624H Waste Handler	624J	624J	624J	644J	644J	644J High-lift	644J Waste Handler	644J Waste Handler High-Lift	644J Z-Bar
Breakout Force	16,721 lb	30,312 lb	23,719 lb	28,102 lb	25,870 lb	26,527 lb	26,527 lb	30,574 lb	28,848 lb	25,604 lb	34,407 lb

Specification	624H Waste Handler	624J	644J Waste Handler High-Lift	644J Z-Bar
Bucket Capacity - Struck	3.1 yd3	3 yd3	5.5 yd3	3.7 yd3

Variants — Source comparison annotation
Source guide	Differing-field count reported
544H to 644J Z-Bar	44

What changes	544H	544J Waste Handler High-Lift	624H Waste Handler	624J	624J	624J	644J	644J	644J High-lift	644J Waste Handler	644J Waste Handler High-Lift	644J Z-Bar
Ground Clearance	1.4 ft	1.5 ft	1.5 ft	17.08 ft	1.42 ft	17.08 ft	1.6 ft	1.42 ft	1.5 ft	1.5 ft	1.5 ft	1.42 ft

What changes	544H	544J Waste Handler High-Lift	624H Waste Handler	624J	624J	624J	644J	644J	644J High-lift	644J Waste Handler	644J Waste Handler High-Lift	644J Z-Bar
Length With Bucket On Ground	23.6 ft	26.08 ft	25.21 ft	26.58 ft	26.17 ft	25.75 ft	27.75 ft	29.5 ft	28 ft	28 ft	26.75 ft	26.42 ft

What changes	544H	624H Waste Handler	624J	624J	644J	644J Waste Handler	644J Waste Handler High-Lift	644J Z-Bar
Width Over Tires	8 ft	8.44 ft	101.7 ft	101.7 ft	9.09 ft	9.08 ft	9.42 ft	9.43 ft

What changes	544H	544J Waste Handler High-Lift	624H Waste Handler	624J	624J	624J	644J	644J	644J High-lift	644J Waste Handler	644J Waste Handler High-Lift	644J Z-Bar
Height To Top Of Cab	10.6 ft	10.83 ft	11 ft	10.92 ft	10.92 ft	10.92 ft	11.17 ft	11.17 ft	11.17 ft	11.17 ft	11.17 ft	11.17 ft

What changes	544H	544J Waste Handler High-Lift	624H Waste Handler	624J	624J	624J	644J	644J	644J High-lift	644J Waste Handler	644J Waste Handler High-Lift	644J Z-Bar
Wheelbase	9.5 ft	9.67 ft	9.95 ft	9.92 ft	9.92 ft	9.92 ft	10.5 ft	10.5 ft	10.5 ft	10.5 ft	10.5 ft	10.5 ft

What changes	544H	544J Waste Handler High-Lift	624H Waste Handler	624J	624J	644J	644J High-lift	644J Waste Handler	644J Waste Handler High-Lift	644J Z-Bar
Number Of Cylinders	6	6	6	6	6	6	6	6	6	6

What changes	544H	544J Waste Handler High-Lift	624H Waste Handler	624J	624J	624J	644J	644J	644J High-lift	644J Waste Handler	644J Waste Handler High-Lift	644J Z-Bar
Engine Model	6068T	6068H	6068H	6068H	6068H	6068H	6068 H	6068 H	6068H	6068H	6068H	6068H

What changes	544H	544J Waste Handler High-Lift	624H Waste Handler	624J	624J	624J	644J	644J	644J High-lift	644J Waste Handler	644J Waste Handler High-Lift	644J Z-Bar
Net Power	130 hp	167 hp	160 hp	167 hp	198 hp	198 hp	185 hp	185 hp	185 hp	185 hp	185 hp	185 hp

What changes	544H	544J Waste Handler High-Lift	624H Waste Handler	624J	624J	624J	644J	644J	644J High-lift	644J Waste Handler	644J Waste Handler High-Lift	644J Z-Bar
Power Measured @	2,200 rpm	1,900 rpm	2,200 rpm	2,200 rpm	1,800 rpm	1,800 rpm	2,200 rpm	2,200 rpm	2,200 rpm	2,200 rpm	2,200 rpm	2,200 rpm

What changes	544H	544J Waste Handler High-Lift	624H Waste Handler	624J	624J	624J	644J	644J	644J High-lift	644J Waste Handler	644J Waste Handler High-Lift	644J Z-Bar
Max Torque	440 lb-ft	496 lb-ft	575 lb-ft	617 lb-ft	617 lb-ft	617 lb-ft	749 lb-ft	749 lb-ft	749 lb-ft	749 lb-ft	749 lb-ft	749 lb-ft

What changes	544H	544J Waste Handler High-Lift	624H Waste Handler	624J	624J	644J	644J High-lift	644J Waste Handler	644J Waste Handler High-Lift	644J Z-Bar
Torque Measured @	1,300 rpm	1,600 rpm	1,400 rpm	1,600 rpm	1,600 rpm	1,400 rpm	1,400 rpm	1,400 rpm	1,400 rpm	1,400 rpm

What changes	544H	624H Waste Handler	624J	624J	624J	644J	644J	644J High-lift	644J Waste Handler	644J Z-Bar
Aspiration	TURBOCHARGED	Turbocharger with Aftercooler	Turbocharged charge air cooled	Turbocharged charge air cooled	Turbocharged charge air cooled	Turbocharged change air cooled	turbocharged charge air cooled	Turbocharged charge air cooled	turbocharged charge air cooled	Turbocharged charge air cooled

What changes	544H	544J Waste Handler High-Lift	624H Waste Handler	624J	624J	624J	644J	644J	644J High-lift	644J Waste Handler	644J Waste Handler High-Lift	644J Z-Bar
Operating Weight	25,873 lb	35,560 lb	38,859 lb	35,102 lb	33,534 lb	35,297 lb	48,651 lb	41,711 lb	40,620 lb	42,719 lb	49,130 lb	40,150 lb

What changes	544H	544J Waste Handler High-Lift	624H Waste Handler	624J	624J	624J	644J	644J	644J High-lift	644J Waste Handler	644J Waste Handler High-Lift	644J Z-Bar
Fuel Capacity	65 gal	85 gal	70 gal	93 gal	92 gal	93 gal	93 gal	93 gal	93 gal	39 gal	93 gal	93 gal

What changes	544H	544J Waste Handler High-Lift	624H Waste Handler	624J	624J	624J	644J	644J	644J High-lift	644J Waste Handler	644J Waste Handler High-Lift	644J Z-Bar
Hydraulic System Fluid Capacity	28 gal	26 gal	31 gal	32 gal	32 gal	32 gal	31 gal	31 gal	31 gal	31 gal	31 gal	31 gal

What changes	544H	544J Waste Handler High-Lift	624H Waste Handler	624J	624J	624J	644J	644J	644J High-lift	644J Waste Handler	644J Waste Handler High-Lift	644J Z-Bar
Engine Oil Fluid Capacity	4.8 gal	5.6 gal	5.3 gal	5.6 gal	5.6 gal	5.6 gal	6.5 gal	6.5 gal	6.5 gal	6.5 gal	6.5 gal	6.5 gal

What changes	544H	544J Waste Handler High-Lift	624H Waste Handler	624J	624J	624J	644J	644J	644J High-lift	644J Waste Handler	644J Waste Handler High-Lift	644J Z-Bar
Cooling System Fluid Capacity	6.1 gal	5.9 gal	5.9 gal	7.2 gal	7.2 gal	7.2 gal	7.8 gal	7.8 gal	7.8 gal	7.8 gal	7.8 gal	7.8 gal

What changes	544H	544J Waste Handler High-Lift	624H Waste Handler	624J	624J	624J	644J	644J	644J High-lift	644J Waste Handler	644J Waste Handler High-Lift	644J Z-Bar
Transmission Fluid Capacity	5.3 gal	4.9 gal	7.2 gal	6.1 gal	6.1 gal	6.1 gal	7.1 gal	7.1 gal	7.1 gal	7.1 gal	7.1 gal	7.1 gal

What changes	544H	544J Waste Handler High-Lift	624H Waste Handler	624J	624J	624J	644J	644J	644J High-lift	644J Waste Handler	644J Waste Handler High-Lift	644J Z-Bar
Front Axle/Diff Fluid Capacity	5 gal	4.5 gal	7.4 gal	5.9 gal	5.9 gal	5.9 gal	5.9 gal	5.9 gal	5.9 gal	5.9 gal	5.9 gal	5.9 gal

What changes	544H	544J Waste Handler High-Lift	624H Waste Handler	624J	624J	624J	644J	644J	644J High-lift	644J Waste Handler	644J Waste Handler High-Lift	644J Z-Bar
Rear Axle/Diff Fluid Capacity	5 gal	4.5 gal	5.3 gal	4.5 gal	4.5 gal	4.5 gal	5.9 gal	5.9 gal	5.9 gal	5.9 gal	5.9 gal	5.9 gal

What changes	544H	544J Waste Handler High-Lift	624H Waste Handler	624J	624J	624J	644J	644J	644J High-lift	644J Waste Handler	644J Waste Handler High-Lift	644J Z-Bar
Alternator Supplied Amperage	55 amps	80 amps	55 amps	80 amps	80 amps	80 amps	80 amps	80 amps	80 amps	80 amps	80 amps	80 amps

What changes	544H	544J Waste Handler High-Lift	624H Waste Handler	624J	624J	624J	644J	644J	644J High-lift	644J Waste Handler	644J Waste Handler High-Lift	644J Z-Bar
Tire Size	17.5-25	20.5-25	20.5-25	20.5 R25	20.5 R25	20.5 R25	23.5 R25	23.5 R25	23.5 R25	23.5 -25	23.5 -25	23.5 R25

What changes	544H	544J Waste Handler High-Lift	624H Waste Handler	624J	624J	624J	644J	644J	644J High-lift	644J Waste Handler	644J Waste Handler High-Lift	644J Z-Bar
Transmission Type	POWERSHIFT	Automatic Powershift	Power Shift	Automatic Powershift	Powershift	Automatic Powershift	Automatic powershift	Automatic Powershift	Automatic Powershift	automatic powershift	Automatic Powershift	Automatic powershift

What changes	544H	544J Waste Handler High-Lift	624H Waste Handler	624J	624J	624J	644J	644J	644J High-lift	644J Waste Handler	644J Waste Handler High-Lift	644J Z-Bar
Number Of Forward Gears	4	3	3	4	4	4	4	4	4	3	3	4

What changes	544H	544J Waste Handler High-Lift	624H Waste Handler	624J	624J	624J	644J	644J	644J High-lift	644J Waste Handler	644J Waste Handler High-Lift	644J Z-Bar
Max Speed - Forward	25 mph	14.2 mph	15 mph	24.6 mph	24.6 mph	24.6 mph	22 mph	22 mph	22 mph	14.7 mph	14.7 mph	22 mph

What changes	544H	544J Waste Handler High-Lift	624H Waste Handler	624J	624J	624J	644J	644J	644J High-lift	644J Waste Handler	644J Waste Handler High-Lift	644J Z-Bar
Max Speed - Reverse	15.5 mph	15 mph	16 mph	16 mph	16 mph	16 mph	15.5 mph	15.5 mph	15.5 mph	15.5 mph	15.5 mph	15.5 mph

What changes	544H	544J Waste Handler High-Lift	624H Waste Handler	624J	624J	624J	644J	644J	644J High-lift	644J Waste Handler	644J Waste Handler High-Lift	644J Z-Bar
Relief Valve Setting	3,600 psi	3,650 psi	3,600 psi	3,675 psi	3,675 psi	3,675 psi	3,625 psi	3,625 psi	3,600 psi	3,600 psi	3,600 psi	3,600 psi

What changes	544H	544J Waste Handler High-Lift	624H Waste Handler	624J	624J	624J	644J	644J	644J High-lift	644J Waste Handler	644J Waste Handler High-Lift	644J Z-Bar
Pump Flow Capacity	41 gpm	50 gpm	55 gpm	60 gpm	60 gpm	60 gpm	76 gpm	76 gpm	68 gpm	68 gpm	68 gpm	68 gpm

What changes	544H	544J Waste Handler High-Lift	624H Waste Handler	624J	624J	624J	644J	644J	644J High-lift	644J Waste Handler	644J Waste Handler High-Lift	644J Z-Bar
Raise Time	5.8 sec	5.8 sec	5.8 sec	5.8 sec	5.8 sec	5.8 sec	5.9 sec	5.9 sec	5.9 sec	5.9 sec	6.2 sec	6.2 sec

What changes	544H	544J Waste Handler High-Lift	624H Waste Handler	624J	624J	624J	644J	644J	644J High-lift	644J Waste Handler	644J Waste Handler High-Lift	644J Z-Bar
Dump Time	1.2 sec	1.2 sec	1.4 sec	1.7 sec	1.7 sec	1.7 sec	1.9 sec	1.9 sec	1.9 sec	1.9 sec	1.4 sec	1.4 sec

What changes	544H	544J Waste Handler High-Lift	624H Waste Handler	624J	624J	624J	644J	644J	644J High-lift	644J Waste Handler	644J Waste Handler High-Lift	644J Z-Bar
Lower Time	2.9 sec	3.3 sec	3 sec	2.8 sec	2.8 sec	2.8 sec	2.8 sec	2.8 sec	2.8 sec	2.8 sec	3.2 sec	3 sec

What changes	544H	544J Waste Handler High-Lift	624H Waste Handler	624J	624J	624J	644J	644J	644J High-lift	644J Waste Handler	644J Waste Handler High-Lift	644J Z-Bar
Pump Type	PISTON PUMP	Variable axial piston	Piston Pump	Variable axial piston	Variable axial piston	Variable axial piston	Variable axial piston	Variable axial piston	Variable axial piston	Variable axial piston	Variable axial piston	Variable axial piston

What changes	544J Waste Handler High-Lift	624H Waste Handler	624J	624J	624J	644J	644J	644J High-lift	644J Waste Handler	644J Waste Handler High-Lift	644J Z-Bar
Dump Clearance At Max Raise	9.75 ft	11.16 ft	8.92 ft	8.92 ft	9.17 ft	9.17 ft	8.75 ft	11.08 ft	8.75 ft	10.83 ft	9.67 ft

What changes	544J Waste Handler High-Lift	624H Waste Handler	624J	624J	624J	644J	644J	644J High-lift	644J Waste Handler	644J Waste Handler High-Lift	644J Z-Bar
Bucket Capacity - Heaped	5 yd3	4 yd3	3.5 yd3	3.5 yd3	3 yd3	4 yd3	4 yd3	4 yd3	4 yd3	6 yd3	4.25 yd3

What changes	544J Waste Handler High-Lift	624H Waste Handler	624J	624J	624J	644J	644J	644J High-lift	644J Waste Handler	644J Waste Handler High-Lift	644J Z-Bar
Bucket Width	8.33 ft	10.67 ft	8.5 ft	8.5 ft	8.5 ft	9.75 ft	9.75 ft	9.75 ft	9.75 ft	9.5 ft	9.5 ft

What changes	544J Waste Handler High-Lift	624H Waste Handler	624J	624J	624J	644J	644J	644J High-lift	644J Waste Handler	644J Waste Handler High-Lift	644J Z-Bar
Breakout Force	16,721 lb	30,312 lb	23,719 lb	28,102 lb	25,870 lb	26,527 lb	26,527 lb	30,574 lb	28,848 lb	25,604 lb	34,407 lb

What changes	544J Waste Handler High-Lift	624H Waste Handler	624J	624J	624J	644J	644J	644J High-lift	644J Waste Handler	644J Waste Handler High-Lift	644J Z-Bar
Hinge Pin - Max Height	12.75 ft	14.37 ft	13.17 ft	13.17 ft	13.17 ft	13.33 ft	13.33 ft	15 ft	13.33 ft	15.17 ft	13.58 ft

What changes	544J Waste Handler High-Lift	624H Waste Handler	624J	644J	644J	644J High-lift	644J Waste Handler	644J Waste Handler High-Lift	644J Z-Bar
Reach At Max Lift And Dump	3 ft	3.01 ft	4.17 ft	3.6 ft	3.55 ft	3.83 ft	3.5 ft	4.33 ft	3.67 ft

What changes	544J Waste Handler High-Lift	624J	624J	624J	644J	644J	644J High-lift	644J Waste Handler	644J Waste Handler High-Lift	644J Z-Bar
Torque Rise	38 %	55 %	55 %	55 %	55 %	55 %	55 %	55 %	55 %	55 %

What changes	544J Waste Handler High-Lift	624H Waste Handler	624J	624J	624J	644J	644J	644J High-lift	644J Waste Handler	644J Waste Handler High-Lift	644J Z-Bar
Static Tipping Weight	21,008 lb	23,860 lb	19,590 lb	23,007 lb	23,852 lb	29,833 lb	22,595 lb	27,689 lb	35,615 lb	29,040 lb	34,379 lb

What changes	544J Waste Handler High-Lift	624H Waste Handler	624J	624J	624J	644J	644J	644J High-lift	644J Waste Handler	644J Waste Handler High-Lift	644J Z-Bar
Turning Radius	16.3 ft	17.1 ft	17 ft	20 ft	17 ft	18 ft	18 ft	18 ft	18 ft	18 ft	18 ft

What changes	544J Waste Handler High-Lift	624H Waste Handler	624J	624J	624J	644J	644J	644J High-lift	644J Waste Handler	644J Waste Handler High-Lift	644J Z-Bar
Rear Axle Oscillation	16 degrees	18 degrees	24 degrees	24 degrees	24 degrees	26 degrees	24 degrees	24 degrees	26 degrees	18 degrees	26 degrees

Ratios
Figure	544H	544J Waste Handler High-Lift	624H Waste Handler	624J	624J	624J	644J	644J	644J High-lift	644J Waste Handler	644J Waste Handler High-Lift	644J Z-Bar
Engine horsepower per 1,000 lb of weight	5.0	4.7	4.1	4.8	5.9	5.6	3.8	4.4	4.6	4.3	3.8	4.6
Pump flow per engine horsepower	0.32 gpm	0.30 gpm	0.34 gpm	0.36 gpm	0.30 gpm	0.30 gpm	0.41 gpm	0.41 gpm	0.37 gpm	0.37 gpm	0.37 gpm	0.37 gpm
Fuel tank per engine horsepower	0.50 gal	0.51 gal	0.44 gal	0.56 gal	0.46 gal	0.47 gal	0.50 gal	0.50 gal	0.50 gal	0.21 gal	0.50 gal	0.50 gal

544H to 644J Z-Bar: owner reports

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544H to 644J Z-Bar: forum references — Forum-title search
Forum index	Equipment class queried	Names in the search	Matching titles
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Topics named by those titles
Title topic	Titles
hydraulics	7
brakes and steering	6
fuel system	6

Topic in the title	Threads	Share of matching threads
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fuel system	6	6%
transmission and drive	5	5%
electrical and sensors	4	4%

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Used market for the 544H to 644J Z-Bar — Dated first-page listing snapshot
Observation date	Listing source	Equipment search	Listings
2026-09-24	MachineryTrader	John Deere wheel loader	48

Model	Listed	Model years	Lowest asking	Highest asking	Median asking	Median hours
544H	19	1997 to 2003	$18,950	$77,500	$39,950	11,842
624J	13	2004 to 2007	$29,500	$119,000	$48,000	19,500
644J	8	2004 to 2008	$32,500	$104,500	$37,081	16,180
644J High-lift	8	2004 to 2008	$32,500	$104,500	$37,081	16,180

544H to 644J Z-Bar: recall reference — Dated CPSC search
Search date	Database	Names queried	Search result
2026-09-24	U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission	John Deere together with the wheel loader 544H, 544J Waste Handler High-Lift, 624H Waste Handler, 624J	No matching recall in this search

Sources for this page
Evidence class	Document, classification and recorded date
Reference site	Reference site: John Deere 544H — RitchieSpecs. Observed 2026-09-24.
Reference site	Reference site: John Deere 544J Waste Handler High-Lift — RitchieSpecs. Observed 2026-09-24.
Reference site	Reference site: John Deere 624H Waste Handler — RitchieSpecs. Observed 2026-09-24.
Reference site	Reference site: John Deere 624J — RitchieSpecs. Observed 2026-09-24.
Reference site	Reference site: John Deere 624J — RitchieSpecs. Observed 2026-09-24.
Reference site	Reference site: John Deere 624J — RitchieSpecs. Observed 2026-09-24.
Reference site	Reference site: John Deere 644J — RitchieSpecs. Observed 2026-09-24.
Reference site	Reference site: John Deere 644J — RitchieSpecs. Observed 2026-09-24.
Reference site	Reference site: John Deere 644J High-lift — RitchieSpecs. Observed 2026-09-24.
Reference site	Reference site: John Deere 644J Waste Handler — RitchieSpecs. Observed 2026-09-24.
Reference site	Reference site: John Deere 644J Waste Handler High-Lift — RitchieSpecs. Observed 2026-09-24.
Reference site	Reference site: John Deere 644J Z-Bar — RitchieSpecs. Observed 2026-09-24.
Forum threads	Forum threads: Heavy Equipment Forums thread index for John Deere 544H to 644J Z-Bar — Heavy Equipment Forums. Observed 2026-09-24.
Used-market listings	Used-market listings: MachineryTrader listings for John Deere 544H — MachineryTrader. Observed 2026-09-24.
Federal agency data	Federal agency data: Recall database search for John Deere — U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. Observed 2026-09-24.

John Deere 544H to 644J Z-Bar: Configuration records

544H

Specification	Source figure
Dimensions and weight
Ground Clearance	1.4 ft
Length With Bucket On Ground	23.6 ft
Width Over Tires	8 ft
Wheelbase	9.5 ft
Height To Top Of Cab	10.6 ft
Engine
Engine Model	6068T
Gross Power	138 hp
Displacement	414 cu in
Number Of Cylinders	6
Net Power	130 hp
Power Measured @	2,200 rpm
Max Torque	440 lb-ft
Torque Measured @	1,300 rpm
Aspiration	TURBOCHARGED
Operational
Operating Weight	25,873 lb
Fuel Capacity	65 gal
Hydraulic System Fluid Capacity	28 gal
Engine Oil Fluid Capacity	4.8 gal
Cooling System Fluid Capacity	6.1 gal
Transmission Fluid Capacity	5.3 gal
Front Axle/Diff Fluid Capacity	5 gal
Rear Axle/Diff Fluid Capacity	5 gal
Tire Size	17.5-25
Operating Voltage	24 V
Alternator Supplied Amperage	55 amps
Transmission and speeds
Number Of Forward Gears	4
Number Of Reverse Gears	3
Max Speed - Forward	25 mph
Max Speed - Reverse	15.5 mph
Transmission Type	POWERSHIFT
Hydraulic System
Relief Valve Setting	3,600 psi
Pump Flow Capacity	41 gpm
Raise Time	5.8 sec
Dump Time	1.2 sec
Lower Time	2.9 sec
Pump Type	PISTON PUMP

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544J Waste Handler High-Lift

Specification	Source figure
Dimensions and weight
Ground Clearance	1.5 ft
Length With Bucket On Ground	26.08 ft
Wheelbase	9.67 ft
Reach At Max Lift And Dump	3 ft
Height To Top Of Cab	10.83 ft
Hinge Pin - Max Height	12.75 ft
Engine
Engine Model	6068H
Displacement	414 cu in
Number Of Cylinders	6
Net Power	167 hp
Power Measured @	1,900 rpm
Max Torque	496 lb-ft
Torque Measured @	1,600 rpm
Torque Rise	38 %
Operational
Operating Weight	35,560 lb
Fuel Capacity	85 gal
Hydraulic System Fluid Capacity	26 gal
Engine Oil Fluid Capacity	5.6 gal
Cooling System Fluid Capacity	5.9 gal
Transmission Fluid Capacity	4.9 gal
Front Axle/Diff Fluid Capacity	4.5 gal
Rear Axle/Diff Fluid Capacity	4.5 gal
Rear Axle Oscillation	16 degrees
Tire Size	20.5-25
Operating Voltage	24 V
Alternator Supplied Amperage	80 amps
Static Tipping Weight	21,008 lb
Turning Radius	16.3 ft
Transmission and speeds
Number Of Forward Gears	3
Number Of Reverse Gears	3
Max Speed - Forward	14.2 mph
Max Speed - Reverse	15 mph
Transmission Type	Automatic Powershift
Hydraulic System
Relief Valve Setting	3,650 psi
Pump Flow Capacity	50 gpm
Raise Time	5.8 sec
Dump Time	1.2 sec
Lower Time	3.3 sec
Pump Type	Variable axial piston
Bucket
Dump Clearance At Max Raise	9.75 ft
Bucket Capacity - Heaped	5 yd3
Bucket Width	8.33 ft
Breakout Force	16,721 lb

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624H Waste Handler

Specification	Source figure
Dimensions and weight
Ground Clearance	1.5 ft
Length With Bucket On Ground	25.21 ft
Width Over Tires	8.44 ft
Wheelbase	9.95 ft
Reach At Max Lift And Dump	3.01 ft
Height To Top Of Cab	11 ft
Hinge Pin - Max Height	14.37 ft
Engine
Engine Model	6068H
Gross Power	172 hp
Displacement	414 cu in
Number Of Cylinders	6
Net Power	160 hp
Power Measured @	2,200 rpm
Max Torque	575 lb-ft
Torque Measured @	1,400 rpm
Aspiration	Turbocharger with Aftercooler
Operational
Operating Weight	38,859 lb
Fuel Capacity	70 gal
Hydraulic System Fluid Capacity	31 gal
Engine Oil Fluid Capacity	5.3 gal
Cooling System Fluid Capacity	5.9 gal
Transmission Fluid Capacity	7.2 gal
Front Axle/Diff Fluid Capacity	7.4 gal
Rear Axle/Diff Fluid Capacity	5.3 gal
Rear Axle Oscillation	18 degrees
Tire Size	20.5-25
Operating Voltage	24 V
Alternator Supplied Amperage	55 amps
Static Tipping Weight	23,860 lb
Turning Radius	17.1 ft
Transmission and speeds
Number Of Forward Gears	3
Number Of Reverse Gears	3
Max Speed - Forward	15 mph
Max Speed - Reverse	16 mph
Transmission Type	Power Shift
Hydraulic System
Relief Valve Setting	3,600 psi
Pump Flow Capacity	55 gpm
Raise Time	5.8 sec
Dump Time	1.4 sec
Lower Time	3 sec
Pump Type	Piston Pump
Bucket
Dump Clearance At Max Raise	11.16 ft
Bucket Capacity - Heaped	4 yd3
Bucket Width	10.67 ft
Breakout Force	30,312 lb
Bucket Capacity - Struck	3.1 yd3

Source

624J

Specification	Source figure
Dimensions and weight
Length With Bucket On Ground	26.58 ft
Width Over Tires	101.7 ft
Wheelbase	9.92 ft
Reach At Max Lift And Dump	4.17 ft
Height To Top Of Cab	10.92 ft
Hinge Pin - Max Height	13.17 ft
Engine
Engine Model	6068H
Displacement	414 cu in
Number Of Cylinders	6
Net Power	167 hp
Power Measured @	2,200 rpm
Max Torque	617 lb-ft
Torque Measured @	1,600 rpm
Aspiration	Turbocharged charge air cooled
Torque Rise	55 %
Operational
Operating Weight	35,102 lb
Fuel Capacity	93 gal
Hydraulic System Fluid Capacity	32 gal
Engine Oil Fluid Capacity	5.6 gal
Cooling System Fluid Capacity	7.2 gal
Transmission Fluid Capacity	6.1 gal
Front Axle/Diff Fluid Capacity	5.9 gal
Rear Axle/Diff Fluid Capacity	4.5 gal
Rear Axle Oscillation	24 degrees
Tire Size	20.5 R25
Operating Voltage	24 V
Alternator Supplied Amperage	80 amps
Static Tipping Weight	19,590 lb
Turning Radius	17 ft
Transmission and speeds
Number Of Forward Gears	4
Number Of Reverse Gears	3
Max Speed - Forward	24.6 mph
Max Speed - Reverse	16 mph
Transmission Type	Automatic Powershift
Hydraulic System
Relief Valve Setting	3,675 psi
Pump Flow Capacity	60 gpm
Raise Time	5.8 sec
Dump Time	1.7 sec
Lower Time	2.8 sec
Pump Type	Variable axial piston
Bucket
Dump Clearance At Max Raise	8.92 ft
Bucket Capacity - Heaped	3.5 yd3
Bucket Width	8.5 ft
Breakout Force	23,719 lb
Bucket Capacity - Struck	3 yd3

644J

Specification	Source figure
Dimensions and weight
Ground Clearance	1.6 ft
Length With Bucket On Ground	27.75 ft
Width Over Tires	9.09 ft
Wheelbase	10.5 ft
Reach At Max Lift And Dump	3.6 ft
Height To Top Of Cab	11.17 ft
Hinge Pin - Max Height	13.33 ft
Engine
Engine Model	6068 H
Displacement	414 cu in
Number Of Cylinders	6
Net Power	185 hp
Power Measured @	2,200 rpm
Max Torque	749 lb-ft
Torque Measured @	1,400 rpm
Aspiration	Turbocharged change air cooled
Torque Rise	55 %
Operational
Operating Weight	48,651 lb
Fuel Capacity	93 gal
Hydraulic System Fluid Capacity	31 gal
Engine Oil Fluid Capacity	6.5 gal
Cooling System Fluid Capacity	7.8 gal
Transmission Fluid Capacity	7.1 gal
Front Axle/Diff Fluid Capacity	5.9 gal
Rear Axle/Diff Fluid Capacity	5.9 gal
Rear Axle Oscillation	26 degrees
Tire Size	23.5 R25
Operating Voltage	24 V
Alternator Supplied Amperage	80 amps
Static Tipping Weight	29,833 lb
Turning Radius	18 ft
Transmission and speeds
Number Of Forward Gears	4
Number Of Reverse Gears	3
Max Speed - Forward	22 mph
Max Speed - Reverse	15.5 mph
Transmission Type	Automatic powershift
Hydraulic System
Relief Valve Setting	3,625 psi
Pump Flow Capacity	76 gpm
Raise Time	5.9 sec
Dump Time	1.9 sec
Lower Time	2.8 sec
Pump Type	Variable axial piston
Bucket
Dump Clearance At Max Raise	9.17 ft
Bucket Capacity - Heaped	4 yd3
Bucket Width	9.75 ft
Breakout Force	26,527 lb

644J High-lift

Specification	Source figure
Dimensions and weight
Ground Clearance	1.5 ft
Length With Bucket On Ground	28 ft
Wheelbase	10.5 ft
Reach At Max Lift And Dump	3.83 ft
Height To Top Of Cab	11.17 ft
Hinge Pin - Max Height	15 ft
Engine
Engine Model	6068H
Displacement	414 cu in
Number Of Cylinders	6
Net Power	185 hp
Power Measured @	2,200 rpm
Max Torque	749 lb-ft
Torque Measured @	1,400 rpm
Aspiration	Turbocharged charge air cooled
Torque Rise	55 %
Operational
Operating Weight	40,620 lb
Fuel Capacity	93 gal
Hydraulic System Fluid Capacity	31 gal
Engine Oil Fluid Capacity	6.5 gal
Cooling System Fluid Capacity	7.8 gal
Transmission Fluid Capacity	7.1 gal
Front Axle/Diff Fluid Capacity	5.9 gal
Rear Axle/Diff Fluid Capacity	5.9 gal
Rear Axle Oscillation	24 degrees
Tire Size	23.5 R25
Operating Voltage	24 V
Alternator Supplied Amperage	80 amps
Static Tipping Weight	27,689 lb
Turning Radius	18 ft
Transmission and speeds
Number Of Forward Gears	4
Number Of Reverse Gears	3
Max Speed - Forward	22 mph
Max Speed - Reverse	15.5 mph
Transmission Type	Automatic Powershift
Hydraulic System
Relief Valve Setting	3,600 psi
Pump Flow Capacity	68 gpm
Raise Time	5.9 sec
Dump Time	1.9 sec
Lower Time	2.8 sec
Pump Type	Variable axial piston
Bucket
Dump Clearance At Max Raise	11.08 ft
Bucket Capacity - Heaped	4 yd3
Bucket Width	9.75 ft
Breakout Force	30,574 lb

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644J Waste Handler

Specification	Source figure
Dimensions and weight
Ground Clearance	1.5 ft
Length With Bucket On Ground	28 ft
Width Over Tires	9.08 ft
Wheelbase	10.5 ft
Reach At Max Lift And Dump	3.5 ft
Height To Top Of Cab	11.17 ft
Hinge Pin - Max Height	13.33 ft
Engine
Engine Model	6068H
Displacement	414 cu in
Number Of Cylinders	6
Net Power	185 hp
Power Measured @	2,200 rpm
Max Torque	749 lb-ft
Torque Measured @	1,400 rpm
Aspiration	turbocharged charge air cooled
Torque Rise	55 %
Operational
Operating Weight	42,719 lb
Fuel Capacity	39 gal
Hydraulic System Fluid Capacity	31 gal
Engine Oil Fluid Capacity	6.5 gal
Cooling System Fluid Capacity	7.8 gal
Transmission Fluid Capacity	7.1 gal
Front Axle/Diff Fluid Capacity	5.9 gal
Rear Axle/Diff Fluid Capacity	5.9 gal
Rear Axle Oscillation	26 degrees
Tire Size	23.5 -25
Operating Voltage	24 V
Alternator Supplied Amperage	80 amps
Static Tipping Weight	35,615 lb
Turning Radius	18 ft
Transmission and speeds
Number Of Forward Gears	3
Number Of Reverse Gears	3
Max Speed - Forward	14.7 mph
Max Speed - Reverse	15.5 mph
Transmission Type	automatic powershift
Hydraulic System
Relief Valve Setting	3,600 psi
Pump Flow Capacity	68 gpm
Raise Time	5.9 sec
Dump Time	1.9 sec
Lower Time	2.8 sec
Pump Type	Variable axial piston
Bucket
Dump Clearance At Max Raise	8.75 ft
Bucket Capacity - Heaped	4 yd3
Bucket Width	9.75 ft
Breakout Force	28,848 lb

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644J Waste Handler High-Lift

Specification	Source figure
Dimensions and weight
Ground Clearance	1.5 ft
Length With Bucket On Ground	26.75 ft
Width Over Tires	9.42 ft
Wheelbase	10.5 ft
Reach At Max Lift And Dump	4.33 ft
Height To Top Of Cab	11.17 ft
Hinge Pin - Max Height	15.17 ft
Engine
Engine Model	6068H
Displacement	414 cu in
Number Of Cylinders	6
Net Power	185 hp
Power Measured @	2,200 rpm
Max Torque	749 lb-ft
Torque Measured @	1,400 rpm
Torque Rise	55 %
Operational
Operating Weight	49,130 lb
Fuel Capacity	93 gal
Hydraulic System Fluid Capacity	31 gal
Engine Oil Fluid Capacity	6.5 gal
Cooling System Fluid Capacity	7.8 gal
Transmission Fluid Capacity	7.1 gal
Front Axle/Diff Fluid Capacity	5.9 gal
Rear Axle/Diff Fluid Capacity	5.9 gal
Rear Axle Oscillation	18 degrees
Tire Size	23.5 -25
Operating Voltage	24 V
Alternator Supplied Amperage	80 amps
Static Tipping Weight	29,040 lb
Turning Radius	18 ft
Transmission and speeds
Number Of Forward Gears	3
Number Of Reverse Gears	3
Max Speed - Forward	14.7 mph
Max Speed - Reverse	15.5 mph
Transmission Type	Automatic Powershift
Hydraulic System
Relief Valve Setting	3,600 psi
Pump Flow Capacity	68 gpm
Raise Time	6.2 sec
Dump Time	1.4 sec
Lower Time	3.2 sec
Pump Type	Variable axial piston
Bucket
Dump Clearance At Max Raise	10.83 ft
Bucket Capacity - Heaped	6 yd3
Bucket Width	9.5 ft
Breakout Force	25,604 lb
Bucket Capacity - Struck	5.5 yd3

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644J Z-Bar

Specification	Source figure
Dimensions and weight
Ground Clearance	1.42 ft
Length With Bucket On Ground	26.42 ft
Width Over Tires	9.43 ft
Wheelbase	10.5 ft
Reach At Max Lift And Dump	3.67 ft
Height To Top Of Cab	11.17 ft
Hinge Pin - Max Height	13.58 ft
Engine
Engine Model	6068H
Displacement	414 cu in
Number Of Cylinders	6
Net Power	185 hp
Power Measured @	2,200 rpm
Max Torque	749 lb-ft
Torque Measured @	1,400 rpm
Aspiration	Turbocharged charge air cooled
Torque Rise	55 %
Operational
Operating Weight	40,150 lb
Fuel Capacity	93 gal
Hydraulic System Fluid Capacity	31 gal
Engine Oil Fluid Capacity	6.5 gal
Cooling System Fluid Capacity	7.8 gal
Transmission Fluid Capacity	7.1 gal
Front Axle/Diff Fluid Capacity	5.9 gal
Rear Axle/Diff Fluid Capacity	5.9 gal
Rear Axle Oscillation	26 degrees
Tire Size	23.5 R25
Operating Voltage	24 V
Alternator Supplied Amperage	80 amps
Static Tipping Weight	34,379 lb
Turning Radius	18 ft
Transmission and speeds
Number Of Forward Gears	4
Number Of Reverse Gears	3
Max Speed - Forward	22 mph
Max Speed - Reverse	15.5 mph
Transmission Type	Automatic powershift
Hydraulic System
Relief Valve Setting	3,600 psi
Pump Flow Capacity	68 gpm
Raise Time	6.2 sec
Dump Time	1.4 sec
Lower Time	3 sec
Pump Type	Variable axial piston
Bucket
Dump Clearance At Max Raise	9.67 ft
Bucket Capacity - Heaped	4.25 yd3
Bucket Width	9.5 ft
Breakout Force	34,407 lb
Bucket Capacity - Struck	3.7 yd3

Source

Compare John Deere 544H, 544J Waste Handler High-Lift, 624H Waste Handler, 624J, 624J, 624J, 644J, 644J, 644J High-lift, 644J Waste Handler, 644J Waste Handler High-Lift, 644J Z-Bar

Dimensions and weight
Specification	544H	544J Waste Handler High-Lift	624H Waste Handler	624J	624J	624J	644J	644J	644J High-lift	644J Waste Handler	644J Waste Handler High-Lift	644J Z-Bar
Height To Top Of Cab	10.6 ft	10.83 ft	11 ft	10.92 ft	10.92 ft	10.92 ft	11.17 ft	11.17 ft	11.17 ft	11.17 ft	11.17 ft	11.17 ft
Wheelbase	9.5 ft	9.67 ft	9.95 ft	9.92 ft	9.92 ft	9.92 ft	10.5 ft	10.5 ft	10.5 ft	10.5 ft	10.5 ft	10.5 ft

Engine
Specification	544H	544J Waste Handler High-Lift	624H Waste Handler	624J	624J	624J	644J	644J	644J High-lift	644J Waste Handler	644J Waste Handler High-Lift	644J Z-Bar
Engine Model	6068T	6068H	6068H	6068H	6068H	6068H	6068 H	6068 H	6068H	6068H	6068H	6068H
Max Torque	440 lb-ft	496 lb-ft	575 lb-ft	617 lb-ft	617 lb-ft	617 lb-ft	749 lb-ft	749 lb-ft	749 lb-ft	749 lb-ft	749 lb-ft	749 lb-ft
Displacement	414 cu in	414 cu in	414 cu in	414 cu in	414 cu in	414 cu in	414 cu in	414 cu in	414 cu in	414 cu in	414 cu in	414 cu in

Operational
Specification	544H	544J Waste Handler High-Lift	624H Waste Handler	624J	624J	624J	644J	644J	644J High-lift	644J Waste Handler	644J Waste Handler High-Lift	644J Z-Bar
Hydraulic System Fluid Capacity	28 gal	26 gal	31 gal	32 gal	32 gal	32 gal	31 gal	31 gal	31 gal	31 gal	31 gal	31 gal
Engine Oil Fluid Capacity	4.8 gal	5.6 gal	5.3 gal	5.6 gal	5.6 gal	5.6 gal	6.5 gal	6.5 gal	6.5 gal	6.5 gal	6.5 gal	6.5 gal
Cooling System Fluid Capacity	6.1 gal	5.9 gal	5.9 gal	7.2 gal	7.2 gal	7.2 gal	7.8 gal	7.8 gal	7.8 gal	7.8 gal	7.8 gal	7.8 gal
Transmission Fluid Capacity	5.3 gal	4.9 gal	7.2 gal	6.1 gal	6.1 gal	6.1 gal	7.1 gal	7.1 gal	7.1 gal	7.1 gal	7.1 gal	7.1 gal
Front Axle/Diff Fluid Capacity	5 gal	4.5 gal	7.4 gal	5.9 gal	5.9 gal	5.9 gal	5.9 gal	5.9 gal	5.9 gal	5.9 gal	5.9 gal	5.9 gal
Rear Axle/Diff Fluid Capacity	5 gal	4.5 gal	5.3 gal	4.5 gal	4.5 gal	4.5 gal	5.9 gal	5.9 gal	5.9 gal	5.9 gal	5.9 gal	5.9 gal
Operating Voltage	24 V	24 V	24 V	24 V	24 V	24 V	24 V	24 V	24 V	24 V	24 V	24 V
Alternator Supplied Amperage	55 amps	80 amps	55 amps	80 amps	80 amps	80 amps	80 amps	80 amps	80 amps	80 amps	80 amps	80 amps
Tire Size	17.5-25	20.5-25	20.5-25	20.5 R25	20.5 R25	20.5 R25	23.5 R25	23.5 R25	23.5 R25	23.5 -25	23.5 -25	23.5 R25

Transmission and speeds
Specification	544H	544J Waste Handler High-Lift	624H Waste Handler	624J	624J	624J	644J	644J	644J High-lift	644J Waste Handler	644J Waste Handler High-Lift	644J Z-Bar
Number Of Forward Gears	4	3	3	4	4	4	4	4	4	3	3	4
Number Of Reverse Gears	3	3	3	3	3	3	3	3	3	3	3	3
Max Speed - Forward	25 mph	14.2 mph	15 mph	24.6 mph	24.6 mph	24.6 mph	22 mph	22 mph	22 mph	14.7 mph	14.7 mph	22 mph
Max Speed - Reverse	15.5 mph	15 mph	16 mph	16 mph	16 mph	16 mph	15.5 mph	15.5 mph	15.5 mph	15.5 mph	15.5 mph	15.5 mph

Hydraulic System
Specification	544H	544J Waste Handler High-Lift	624H Waste Handler	624J	624J	624J	644J	644J	644J High-lift	644J Waste Handler	644J Waste Handler High-Lift	644J Z-Bar
Relief Valve Setting	3,600 psi	3,650 psi	3,600 psi	3,675 psi	3,675 psi	3,675 psi	3,625 psi	3,625 psi	3,600 psi	3,600 psi	3,600 psi	3,600 psi
Pump Flow Capacity	41 gpm	50 gpm	55 gpm	60 gpm	60 gpm	60 gpm	76 gpm	76 gpm	68 gpm	68 gpm	68 gpm	68 gpm
Raise Time	5.8 sec	5.8 sec	5.8 sec	5.8 sec	5.8 sec	5.8 sec	5.9 sec	5.9 sec	5.9 sec	5.9 sec	6.2 sec	6.2 sec
Dump Time	1.2 sec	1.2 sec	1.4 sec	1.7 sec	1.7 sec	1.7 sec	1.9 sec	1.9 sec	1.9 sec	1.9 sec	1.4 sec	1.4 sec
Lower Time	2.9 sec	3.3 sec	3 sec	2.8 sec	2.8 sec	2.8 sec	2.8 sec	2.8 sec	2.8 sec	2.8 sec	3.2 sec	3 sec
Pump Type	PISTON PUMP	Variable axial piston	Piston Pump	Variable axial piston	Variable axial piston	Variable axial piston	Variable axial piston	Variable axial piston	Variable axial piston	Variable axial piston	Variable axial piston	Variable axial piston

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