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John Deere 744 P-Tier versus X-Tier: PowerShift, EVT and hydraulic circuits

744 P-Tier versus X-Tier: the transmission is the main distinction

The 744 P-Tier uses a countershaft PowerShift with a lockup torque converter. Its operator can select automatic shifting or use the Quick-Shift control, and the clutch cutoff has selectable settings. Deere describes improved lockup logic and speed sensors for shifting behavior.

Those features concern a geared converter transmission.

The X-Tier instead uses Electric Variable Transmission. Deere's product description places two motor-generators and an inverter in that transmission, with the diesel engine still providing the main input. “Electric” here describes the drive system; it does not mean this loader is a battery-only machine.

Its published service list includes a separate power-electronics cooling circuit.

For a fleet deciding between them, the practical comparison includes converter and shift behavior on the P-Tier versus the X-Tier's power and ground-speed management. A small horsepower difference alone misses that change. Record the actual tier on the machine plate and service documents before choosing transmission parts or comparing refill capacities.

Sources: Deere's 744 P-Tier and 744 X-Tier product descriptions.

X-Tier loader flow is separate from steering flow

The X-Tier specification gives the loader and steering circuits different pump counts, discharge rates and relief pressures. The loader has two variable-displacement pumps; steering has its own pump. A pressure from the steering column should not be presented as the loader relief setting.

The flow-test pressure is another separate condition.

The battery row specifies a pair of low-voltage batteries and their cold-cranking capacity. That capacity is not a voltage. Deere also distinguishes the hydraulically applied service brake from the spring-applied parking brake, despite both using oil-cooled friction elements.

A copied parking-brake description does not identify the service system.

Standard-lift and high-lift bucket arrangements occupy separate columns. Their bucket selection and cutting edge accompany the reach and dumping dimensions. Use the selected configuration when checking whether the bucket clears a truck side; maximum hinge-pin height alone does not answer that question.

Source: Original Deere MW744XAU technical booklet, electrical, brake, hydraulic and lift-configuration tables.

P-Tier emissions and visibility equipment also need identification

The P-Tier technical booklet separates Final Tier 4/Stage V from Tier 3/Stage IIIA engine arrangements. The latter does not have the same DEF entry. Keep the market and emissions column with its engine data instead of mixing the two into a single universal specification.

Optional SmartDetect needs the listed vision and rear-object-detection equipment, a G5 display and software activation. A rear camera by itself does not establish that the detection package is active. The booklet also separates SmartWeigh payload measurement from those visibility systems; they answer different operating needs.

Source: Original Deere MW744PAU technical booklet, market-specific engine and optional visibility equipment sections.

Earlier reference entries and original manufacturer corrections
Model and fieldEarlier entryManufacturer figure and scopeSource
744 X-Tier Large Wheel Loader Battery Voltage1400.0 V12 V per battery; two batteries in24 V system, each1400 CCA; original MW744XAUOriginal document
744 X-Tier Large Wheel Loader Displacement549.0 cu in9.0 L (548 cu in), JD9 in original MW744XAUOriginal document
744 X-Tier Large Wheel Loader Net Peak Torque At Rated RPM (ISO 9249)958.0 lb-ft1588 Nm (1171 lb-ft) at1300 rpm, original MW744XAUOriginal document
744 X-Tier Large Wheel Loader Service Brakes (ISO 3450)Automatic spring applied, hydraulically released, oil cooled, multi discHydraulically actuated, spring released, inboard sun-gear mounted, oil-cooled self-adjusting single disc; parking brake separately spring appliedOriginal document
744 X-Tier Large Wheel Loader System Relief Pressure (Loader And Steering)3,610 psiLoader23000 kPa (3336 psi); steering24900 kPa (3610 psi), separate circuits in MW744XAUOriginal document
744 P-Tier Large Wheel Loader Hydraulic Reservoir With Filter Refill Capacity37.5 gal151 L (39.9 US gal), FinalTier4/StageV in opened MW744PAU; Tier3/StageIIIA separately159 L (42 US gal)Original document
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Short answer

The John Deere 744 and 744 X-Tier are closely matched wheel loaders that John Deere lists separately, rated 316 hp on the 744 and 325 hp on the 744 X-Tier, in 2 versions: 744 P-Tier Large Wheel Loader and 744 X-Tier Large Wheel Loader.

744 and 744 X-Tier specification matrix — Listing labels reported by the source
Publisher nameSource guideListing-entry countLabels named by the source
John Deere744 and 744 X-Tier2744 P-Tier Large Wheel Loader and 744 X-Tier Large Wheel Loader
Engine
Specification744 P-Tier Large Wheel Loader744 X-Tier Large Wheel Loader
ManufacturerJohn DeereJohn Deere
Non-Road Emission StandardsEPA Final Tier 4/EU Stage VEPA Tier 4/EU Stage V
Cylinders66
Valves Per Cylinder44
Displacement548.0 cu in9.0 L (548 cu in), JD9 in original MW744XAU
Net Peak Power At Rated RPM (ISO 9249)316.0 hp325.0 hp
Net Peak Torque At Rated RPM (ISO 9249)1,107 lb-ft1588 Nm (1171 lb-ft) at1300 rpm, original MW744XAU
Net Torque Rise50.0 %40.0 %
Fuel System (Electronically Controlled)High-pressure common railHigh-pressure common rail
LubricationFull-flow spin-on filter and integral coolerFull-flow cartridge filter and integral cooler
AspirationSeries turbocharged, charge air cooledSeries turbocharged, charge air cooled
Air CleanerUnder-hood, dual-element dry type, restriction indicator in cab monitor for serviceUnder-hood dual-element dry type, restriction indicator in cab monitor for service
Specification744 P-Tier Large Wheel Loader
ModelPowerTech™ PSS 6090
Net Peak Power1,500 rpm
Net Peak Torque1,400 rpm
Cooling
Specification744 P-Tier Large Wheel Loader744 X-Tier Large Wheel Loader
Fan Drive TypeHydraulically driven, proportionally controlled, fan aft of coolersHydraulically driven, proportionally controlled, fan aft of coolers
Electrical And Lighting
Specification744 P-Tier Large Wheel Loader744 X-Tier Large Wheel Loader
System Type24 volt with 150-amp alternator24 volt with 145-amp alternator
Battery Voltage12.0 V12 V per battery; two batteries in24 V system, each1400 CCA; original MW744XAU
Specification744 P-Tier Large Wheel Loader
Number Of Batteries2
Battery Capacity Per Each1400.0 CCA
Standard Alternator Rating150.0 amp
Transmission System
Specification744 P-Tier Large Wheel Loader744 X-Tier Large Wheel Loader
TypeCountershaft-type PowerShift™ with lockup torque converterElectric Variable Transmission (EVT)
Operator InterfaceSteering-column or joystick-mounted F-N-R and gear-select lever; Quick-Shift button on hydraulic leverSteering-column or joystick-mounted F-N-R and gear-select lever; quick-shift button on hydraulic lever
Shift ModesManual/auto (1st–5th or 2nd–5th); Quick-Shift button with 2 selectable modes: kick-down or kick-up/down; and 4 settings for clutch cutoffAuto (1st–4th or 2nd–4th); quick-shift button with 2 selectable modes: kick-down or kick-up/down
Specification744 P-Tier Large Wheel Loader
Torque ConverterSingle stage, dual phase with freewheeling stator with lockup clutch
Shift ControlElectronically modulated, adaptive, load and speed dependent
Maximum Forward Travel Speeds (Standard 5 Speed With Lockup Torque Converter)
Specification744 P-Tier Large Wheel Loader
Tire Size Used To Measure Travel Speeds26.5 R 25
Range 14.4 mph
Range 28.0 mph
Range 312.8 mph
Range 417.4 mph
Range 524.9 mph

Maximum Reverse Travel Speeds (Standard 5 Speed With Lockup Torque Converter)

Axles And Brakes
Specification744 P-Tier Large Wheel Loader744 X-Tier Large Wheel Loader
Final DrivesHeavy-duty inboard-mounted planetaryHeavy-duty inboard-mounted planetary
Standard Differentials FrontHydraulic lockingHydraulic locking front with conventional rear – standard; dual locking front and rear – optional
Standard Differentials RearConventionalHydraulic locking front with conventional rear – standard; dual locking front and rear – optional
Rear Axle Oscillation, Stop To Stop26.0 degrees26.0 degrees
Service Brakes (ISO 3450)Hydraulically actuated, spring released, inboard, sun-gear mounted, oil cooled, self-adjusting, single discHydraulically actuated, spring released, inboard sun-gear mounted, oil-cooled self-adjusting single disc; parking brake separately spring applied
Parking Brake (ISO 3450)Automatic spring applied, hydraulically released, oil cooled, multi discAutomatic spring applied, hydraulically released, oil cooled, multi disc
Specification744 P-Tier Large Wheel Loader
Optional Differentials FrontDual locking
Optional Differentials RearDual locking
Tire Size Used To Measure Oscillation26.5 R 25, 1 Star L3 tires
Rear Axle Oscillation, Distance Each Direction13.0 degrees
Rear Axle Oscillation, Distance Each Direction, With 17.5 R 25 Tires13.0 degrees
Wheels And Tires
Specification744 P-Tier Large Wheel Loader
Tire Size Used To MeasureMichelin 26.5 R 25, 2 Star L3
Specification744 P-Tier Large Wheel Loader744 X-Tier Large Wheel Loader
Tread Width On Standard Tires90.5 in90.5 in
Width Over Tires On Standard Tires121.4 in121.4 in
Serviceability
Specification744 P-Tier Large Wheel Loader744 X-Tier Large Wheel Loader
Fuel Tank (With Lockable Cap) Refill Capacity126.0 gal126.0 gal
Cooling System Refill Capacity50.7 qt50.7 qt
Diesel-Exhaust Fluid (DEF) Refill Capacity27.6 qt27.6 qt
Engine Oil With Vertical Spin-On Filter Refill Capacity36.0 qt36.0 qt
Transmission Reservoir With Vertical Filter Refill Capacity7.37 gal14.0 gal
Axle Oil Without Coolers (Front And Rear, Each) Refill Capacity14.6 gal14.6 gal
Hydraulic Reservoir With Filter Refill Capacity151 L (39.9 US gal), FinalTier4/StageV in opened MW744PAU; Tier3/StageIIIA separately159 L (42 US gal)39.9 gal
Parking Brake Oil (Wet Disc) Refill Capacity24.0 oz24.0 oz
Hydraulic System And Steering
Specification744 P-Tier Large Wheel Loader744 X-Tier Large Wheel Loader
Pump Type And System (Loader And Steering)2 variable-displacement, load-sensing axial-piston pumps; closed-center system2 variable-displacement, load-sensing axial-piston pumps; closed-center system
System Relief Pressure (Loader And Steering)3,336 psiLoader23000 kPa (3336 psi); steering24900 kPa (3610 psi), separate circuits in MW744XAU
Loader Controls2-function valve; single- or dual-lever controls; control lever lockout feature; optional 3rd- and 4th-function valve with auxiliary controls2-function valve; single- or dual-lever controls; control lever lockout feature; optional 3rd- and 4th-function valve with auxiliary controls
Steering Type (ISO 5010)Power, fully hydraulicPower, fully hydraulic
Steering Articulation Full Arc Angle80.0 degrees80.0 degrees
Steering Articulation Angle Each Direction40.0 degrees40.0 degrees
Turning Radius (Measured To Centerline Of Outside Tire)19.4 ft, in19.4 ft, in
Hydraulic Raise Cycle Time5.9 seconds6.1 seconds
Hydraulic Dump Cycle Time1.4 seconds1.4 seconds
Hydraulic Lower (Power Down) Cycle Time2.8 seconds2.8 seconds
Hydraulic Total Cycle Time10.1 seconds10.3 seconds
Specification744 P-Tier Large Wheel Loader
Rated RPM2,350 rpm
System Pressure At Max Rated Flow1,000 psi
Max Rated Flow At Rated RPM128.0 gpm
System Relief Pressure (Loader And Steering) Hydraulic Lever1 variable-displacement, load-sensing axial-piston pumps; closed-center system
Hydraulic Raise Cycle Time (High-Lift)5.9 seconds
Hydraulic Dump Cycle Time (High-Lift)1.4 seconds
Hydraulic Lower (Power Down) Cycle Time (High-Lift)2.8 seconds
Hydraulic Total Cycle Time (High-Lift)10.1 seconds
Specification744 X-Tier Large Wheel Loader
Pump (Steering)1 variable-displacement, load-sensing axial-piston pumps; closed-center system
Maximum Forward Travel Speeds
Specification744 P-Tier Large Wheel Loader
Range 27.95 mph
Range 312.2 mph
Range 524.85 mph
Variants — Source comparison annotation
Source guideDiffering-field count reported
744 and 744 X-Tier61
Ratios
Figure744 P-Tier Large Wheel Loader
Hydraulic horsepower from the listed flow and pressure249.1 hp
Reference calculations using the earlier specification entries
Figure744 P-Tier Large Wheel Loader744 X-Tier Large Wheel Loader
Fuel tank per engine horsepower0.40 gal0.39 gal
Reference directory classification
Equipment groupwheel loader

John Deere's listing for the 744 and 744 X-Tier matches a wheel loader; see the wheel loaders page.

744 and 744 X-Tier: owner reports

Sources: 3 forum discussions about the John Deere 744 wheel loaders (744E, 744H); heavyequipmentforums.com.
744 and 744 X-Tier: forum references — Forum-title search
Forum indexEquipment class queriedNames in the searchMatching titles
Heavy Equipment Forumswheel loaderJohn Deere and the 744 line that the 744, 744 X-Tier belongs to (no title names the exact model)22
Topics named by those titles
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starting and cranking2
emissions2
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Topic in the titleThreadsShare of matching threads
starting and cranking29%
emissions29%
parts and manuals29%
transmission and drive29%
brakes and steering29%
Used market for the 744 and 744 X-Tier — Dated first-page listing snapshot
Observation dateListing sourceEquipment searchListings
2026-09-24MachineryTraderJohn Deere wheel loader108
ModelListedModel yearsLowest askingHighest askingMedian askingMedian hours
7441071997 to 2025$25,000$464,500$172,4007,037
744 X-Tier12025$553,420$553,420$553,420None shown
744 and 744 X-Tier: recall reference — Dated CPSC search
Search dateDatabaseNames queriedSearch result
2026-09-24U.S. Consumer Product Safety CommissionJohn Deere together with the wheel loader 744, 744 X-TierNo matching recall in this search

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John Deere 744 P-Tier versus X-Tier: PowerShift, EVT and hydraulic circuits: Configuration records

744 P-Tier Large Wheel Loader
SpecificationSource figure
Engine
Displacement548.0 cu in
AspirationSeries turbocharged, charge air cooled
ManufacturerJohn Deere
ModelPowerTech™ PSS 6090
Non-Road Emission StandardsEPA Final Tier 4/EU Stage V
Cylinders6
Valves Per Cylinder4
Net Peak Power1,500 rpm
Net Peak Power At Rated RPM (ISO 9249)316.0 hp
Net Peak Torque1,400 rpm
Net Peak Torque At Rated RPM (ISO 9249)1,107 lb-ft
Net Torque Rise50.0 %
Fuel System (Electronically Controlled)High-pressure common rail
LubricationFull-flow spin-on filter and integral cooler
Air CleanerUnder-hood, dual-element dry type, restriction indicator in cab monitor for service
Cooling
Fan Drive TypeHydraulically driven, proportionally controlled, fan aft of coolers
Electrical And Lighting
System Type24 volt with 150-amp alternator
Battery Voltage12.0 V
Number Of Batteries2
Battery Capacity Per Each1400.0 CCA
Standard Alternator Rating150.0 amp
Transmission System
TypeCountershaft-type PowerShift™ with lockup torque converter
Torque ConverterSingle stage, dual phase with freewheeling stator with lockup clutch
Shift ControlElectronically modulated, adaptive, load and speed dependent
Operator InterfaceSteering-column or joystick-mounted F-N-R and gear-select lever; Quick-Shift button on hydraulic lever
Shift ModesManual/auto (1st–5th or 2nd–5th); Quick-Shift button with 2 selectable modes: kick-down or kick-up/down; and 4 settings for clutch cutoff
Axles And Brakes
Final DrivesHeavy-duty inboard-mounted planetary
Standard Differentials FrontHydraulic locking
Standard Differentials RearConventional
Optional Differentials FrontDual locking
Optional Differentials RearDual locking
Tire Size Used To Measure Oscillation26.5 R 25, 1 Star L3 tires
Rear Axle Oscillation, Stop To Stop26.0 degrees
Rear Axle Oscillation, Distance Each Direction13.0 degrees
Rear Axle Oscillation, Distance Each Direction, With 17.5 R 25 Tires13.0 degrees
Service Brakes (ISO 3450)Hydraulically actuated, spring released, inboard, sun-gear mounted, oil cooled, self-adjusting, single disc
Parking Brake (ISO 3450)Automatic spring applied, hydraulically released, oil cooled, multi disc
Wheels And Tires
Tire Size Used To MeasureMichelin 26.5 R 25, 2 Star L3
Tread Width On Standard Tires90.5 in
Width Over Tires On Standard Tires121.4 in
Serviceability
Fuel Tank (With Lockable Cap) Refill Capacity126.0 gal
Cooling System Refill Capacity50.7 qt
Diesel-Exhaust Fluid (DEF) Refill Capacity27.6 qt
Engine Oil With Vertical Spin-On Filter Refill Capacity36.0 qt
Transmission Reservoir With Vertical Filter Refill Capacity7.37 gal
Axle Oil Without Coolers (Front And Rear, Each) Refill Capacity14.6 gal
Hydraulic Reservoir With Filter Refill Capacity151 L (39.9 US gal), FinalTier4/StageV in opened MW744PAU; Tier3/StageIIIA separately159 L (42 US gal) [source]
Parking Brake Oil (Wet Disc) Refill Capacity24.0 oz
Hydraulic System And Steering
Pump Type And System (Loader And Steering)2 variable-displacement, load-sensing axial-piston pumps; closed-center system
Rated RPM2,350 rpm
System Pressure At Max Rated Flow1,000 psi
Max Rated Flow At Rated RPM128.0 gpm
System Relief Pressure (Loader And Steering)3,336 psi
Loader Controls2-function valve; single- or dual-lever controls; control lever lockout feature; optional 3rd- and 4th-function valve with auxiliary controls
System Relief Pressure (Loader And Steering) Hydraulic Lever1 variable-displacement, load-sensing axial-piston pumps; closed-center system
Steering Type (ISO 5010)Power, fully hydraulic
Steering Articulation Full Arc Angle80.0 degrees
Steering Articulation Angle Each Direction40.0 degrees
Turning Radius (Measured To Centerline Of Outside Tire)19.4 ft, in
Hydraulic Raise Cycle Time5.9 seconds
Hydraulic Dump Cycle Time1.4 seconds
Hydraulic Lower (Power Down) Cycle Time2.8 seconds
Hydraulic Total Cycle Time10.1 seconds
Hydraulic Raise Cycle Time (High-Lift)5.9 seconds
Hydraulic Dump Cycle Time (High-Lift)1.4 seconds
Hydraulic Lower (Power Down) Cycle Time (High-Lift)2.8 seconds
Hydraulic Total Cycle Time (High-Lift)10.1 seconds
Additional specifications
Tire Size Used To Measure Travel Speeds26.5 R 25
Range 14.4 mph
Range 28.0 mph
Range 312.8 mph
Range 417.4 mph
Range 524.9 mph
Powershift And Market Edition ScopeMW744PAU: five forward/three reverse physical travel ratios with lockup converter, four clutch-cutoff settings. Loader flow484.5 L/min128 US gpm at2000 rpm and6895 kPa1000 psi, separately stated rated rpm2350. JD9 PSS6090 FinalTier4/StageV versus6090H Tier3/StageIIIA; latter has no DEF refill. [source]

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744 X-Tier Large Wheel Loader
SpecificationSource figure
Engine
Displacement9.0 L (548 cu in), JD9 in original MW744XAU [source]
AspirationSeries turbocharged, charge air cooled
ManufacturerJohn Deere
Non-Road Emission StandardsEPA Tier 4/EU Stage V
Cylinders6
Valves Per Cylinder4
Net Peak Power At Rated RPM (ISO 9249)325.0 hp
Net Peak Torque At Rated RPM (ISO 9249)1588 Nm (1171 lb-ft) at1300 rpm, original MW744XAU [source]
Net Torque Rise40.0 %
Fuel System (Electronically Controlled)High-pressure common rail
LubricationFull-flow cartridge filter and integral cooler
Air CleanerUnder-hood dual-element dry type, restriction indicator in cab monitor for service
ModelJohn Deere JD9 [source]
Cooling
Fan Drive TypeHydraulically driven, proportionally controlled, fan aft of coolers
Electrical And Lighting
System Type24 volt with 145-amp alternator
Battery Voltage12 V per battery; two batteries in24 V system, each1400 CCA; original MW744XAU [source]
Number Of Batteries2 [source]
Battery Capacity Per Each1400 CCA [source]
Transmission System
TypeElectric Variable Transmission (EVT)
Operator InterfaceSteering-column or joystick-mounted F-N-R and gear-select lever; quick-shift button on hydraulic lever
Shift ModesAuto (1st–4th or 2nd–4th); quick-shift button with 2 selectable modes: kick-down or kick-up/down
Axles And Brakes
Final DrivesHeavy-duty inboard-mounted planetary
Standard Differentials FrontHydraulic locking front with conventional rear – standard; dual locking front and rear – optional
Standard Differentials RearHydraulic locking front with conventional rear – standard; dual locking front and rear – optional
Rear Axle Oscillation, Stop To Stop26.0 degrees
Service Brakes (ISO 3450)Hydraulically actuated, spring released, inboard sun-gear mounted, oil-cooled self-adjusting single disc; parking brake separately spring applied [source]
Parking Brake (ISO 3450)Automatic spring applied, hydraulically released, oil cooled, multi disc
Wheels And Tires
Tread Width On Standard Tires90.5 in
Width Over Tires On Standard Tires121.4 in
Serviceability
Fuel Tank (With Lockable Cap) Refill Capacity126.0 gal
Cooling System Refill Capacity50.7 qt
Diesel-Exhaust Fluid (DEF) Refill Capacity27.6 qt
Engine Oil With Vertical Spin-On Filter Refill Capacity36.0 qt
Transmission Reservoir With Vertical Filter Refill Capacity14.0 gal
Axle Oil Without Coolers (Front And Rear, Each) Refill Capacity14.6 gal
Hydraulic Reservoir With Filter Refill Capacity39.9 gal
Parking Brake Oil (Wet Disc) Refill Capacity24.0 oz
Hydraulic System And Steering
Pump Type And System (Loader And Steering)2 variable-displacement, load-sensing axial-piston pumps; closed-center system
System Relief Pressure (Loader And Steering)Loader23000 kPa (3336 psi); steering24900 kPa (3610 psi), separate circuits in MW744XAU [source]
Loader Controls2-function valve; single- or dual-lever controls; control lever lockout feature; optional 3rd- and 4th-function valve with auxiliary controls
Steering Type (ISO 5010)Power, fully hydraulic
Steering Articulation Full Arc Angle80.0 degrees
Steering Articulation Angle Each Direction40.0 degrees
Turning Radius (Measured To Centerline Of Outside Tire)19.4 ft, in
Hydraulic Raise Cycle Time6.1 seconds
Hydraulic Dump Cycle Time1.4 seconds
Hydraulic Lower (Power Down) Cycle Time2.8 seconds
Hydraulic Total Cycle Time10.3 seconds
Pump (Steering)1 variable-displacement, load-sensing axial-piston pumps; closed-center system
Additional specifications
EVT Loader Steering And Cooling ScopeMW744XAU: two loader pumps400 L/min106 US gpm at1600 rpm and6895 kPa1000 psi; separate steering pump161.5 L/min43 US gpm under same condition. Loader/steering relief3336/3610 psi. Power-electronics cooling9.5 L10 qt; transmission reservoir53 L56 qt. Four forward/three reverse speed ranges; no torque converter. [source]

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Compare John Deere 744 P-Tier Large Wheel Loader, 744 X-Tier Large Wheel Loader
Engine
Specification744 P-Tier Large Wheel Loader744 X-Tier Large Wheel Loader
ManufacturerJohn DeereJohn Deere
Non-Road Emission StandardsEPA Final Tier 4/EU Stage VEPA Tier 4/EU Stage V
Cylinders66
Valves Per Cylinder44
Displacement548.0 cu in9.0 L (548 cu in), JD9 in original MW744XAU [source]
Net Peak Power At Rated RPM (ISO 9249)316.0 hp325.0 hp
Net Peak Torque At Rated RPM (ISO 9249)1,107 lb-ft1588 Nm (1171 lb-ft) at1300 rpm, original MW744XAU [source]
Net Torque Rise50.0 %40.0 %
Fuel System (Electronically Controlled)High-pressure common railHigh-pressure common rail
LubricationFull-flow spin-on filter and integral coolerFull-flow cartridge filter and integral cooler
AspirationSeries turbocharged, charge air cooledSeries turbocharged, charge air cooled
Air CleanerUnder-hood, dual-element dry type, restriction indicator in cab monitor for serviceUnder-hood dual-element dry type, restriction indicator in cab monitor for service
Cooling
Specification744 P-Tier Large Wheel Loader744 X-Tier Large Wheel Loader
Fan Drive TypeHydraulically driven, proportionally controlled, fan aft of coolersHydraulically driven, proportionally controlled, fan aft of coolers
Electrical And Lighting
Specification744 P-Tier Large Wheel Loader744 X-Tier Large Wheel Loader
System Type24 volt with 150-amp alternator24 volt with 145-amp alternator
Battery Voltage12.0 V12 V per battery; two batteries in24 V system, each1400 CCA; original MW744XAU [source]
Transmission System
Specification744 P-Tier Large Wheel Loader744 X-Tier Large Wheel Loader
TypeCountershaft-type PowerShift™ with lockup torque converterElectric Variable Transmission (EVT)
Operator InterfaceSteering-column or joystick-mounted F-N-R and gear-select lever; Quick-Shift button on hydraulic leverSteering-column or joystick-mounted F-N-R and gear-select lever; quick-shift button on hydraulic lever
Shift ModesManual/auto (1st–5th or 2nd–5th); Quick-Shift button with 2 selectable modes: kick-down or kick-up/down; and 4 settings for clutch cutoffAuto (1st–4th or 2nd–4th); quick-shift button with 2 selectable modes: kick-down or kick-up/down
Axles And Brakes
Specification744 P-Tier Large Wheel Loader744 X-Tier Large Wheel Loader
Final DrivesHeavy-duty inboard-mounted planetaryHeavy-duty inboard-mounted planetary
Standard Differentials FrontHydraulic lockingHydraulic locking front with conventional rear – standard; dual locking front and rear – optional
Standard Differentials RearConventionalHydraulic locking front with conventional rear – standard; dual locking front and rear – optional
Rear Axle Oscillation, Stop To Stop26.0 degrees26.0 degrees
Service Brakes (ISO 3450)Hydraulically actuated, spring released, inboard, sun-gear mounted, oil cooled, self-adjusting, single discHydraulically actuated, spring released, inboard sun-gear mounted, oil-cooled self-adjusting single disc; parking brake separately spring applied [source]
Parking Brake (ISO 3450)Automatic spring applied, hydraulically released, oil cooled, multi discAutomatic spring applied, hydraulically released, oil cooled, multi disc
Wheels And Tires
Specification744 P-Tier Large Wheel Loader744 X-Tier Large Wheel Loader
Tread Width On Standard Tires90.5 in90.5 in
Width Over Tires On Standard Tires121.4 in121.4 in
Serviceability
Specification744 P-Tier Large Wheel Loader744 X-Tier Large Wheel Loader
Fuel Tank (With Lockable Cap) Refill Capacity126.0 gal126.0 gal
Cooling System Refill Capacity50.7 qt50.7 qt
Diesel-Exhaust Fluid (DEF) Refill Capacity27.6 qt27.6 qt
Engine Oil With Vertical Spin-On Filter Refill Capacity36.0 qt36.0 qt
Transmission Reservoir With Vertical Filter Refill Capacity7.37 gal14.0 gal
Axle Oil Without Coolers (Front And Rear, Each) Refill Capacity14.6 gal14.6 gal
Hydraulic Reservoir With Filter Refill Capacity151 L (39.9 US gal), FinalTier4/StageV in opened MW744PAU; Tier3/StageIIIA separately159 L (42 US gal) [source]39.9 gal
Parking Brake Oil (Wet Disc) Refill Capacity24.0 oz24.0 oz
Hydraulic System And Steering
Specification744 P-Tier Large Wheel Loader744 X-Tier Large Wheel Loader
Pump Type And System (Loader And Steering)2 variable-displacement, load-sensing axial-piston pumps; closed-center system2 variable-displacement, load-sensing axial-piston pumps; closed-center system
System Relief Pressure (Loader And Steering)3,336 psiLoader23000 kPa (3336 psi); steering24900 kPa (3610 psi), separate circuits in MW744XAU [source]
Loader Controls2-function valve; single- or dual-lever controls; control lever lockout feature; optional 3rd- and 4th-function valve with auxiliary controls2-function valve; single- or dual-lever controls; control lever lockout feature; optional 3rd- and 4th-function valve with auxiliary controls
Steering Type (ISO 5010)Power, fully hydraulicPower, fully hydraulic
Steering Articulation Full Arc Angle80.0 degrees80.0 degrees
Steering Articulation Angle Each Direction40.0 degrees40.0 degrees
Turning Radius (Measured To Centerline Of Outside Tire)19.4 ft, in19.4 ft, in
Hydraulic Raise Cycle Time5.9 seconds6.1 seconds
Hydraulic Dump Cycle Time1.4 seconds1.4 seconds
Hydraulic Lower (Power Down) Cycle Time2.8 seconds2.8 seconds
Hydraulic Total Cycle Time10.1 seconds10.3 seconds

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