John Deere 244 P-Tier

Name: John Deere 244 P-Tier
Brand: John Deere

Configuration: Z-bar standard linkage, ISO quick-coupler, 0.8 m³ (1.0 cu yd) general-purpose bucket with bolt-on edge, 365/70R18 Mitas EM01 tires, standard counterweight, cab, full fuel, 79 kg operator; Yanmar 4TNV98CT EPA Final Tier 4/EU Stage V.

25 sourced values · Sources: John Deere 244 P-Tier Compact Wheel Loader brochure/specifications MW244PAU (23-05), linked from deere.com/en-us product page https://www.deere.com/en-us/products-and-solutions/construction-equipment/wheel-loaders/244-p-tier-compact-wheel-loader-mdfhmfq (Deere asset library johndeere.widen.net). Retrieved 2026-10-25

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Dimension diagram

A	Overall length	≈ 5,410 mm
B	Overall height	≈ 2,750 mm
C	Wheelbase	≈ 2,150 mm
D	Ground clearance	285 mm
E	Overall width	1,920 mm
F	Track gauge / tread	1,510 mm

Weights

Spec	Value	Source
Operating weight	5,560 kg	Published: 5,560 kg John Deere 244 P-Tier Compact Wheel Loader brochure/specifications MW244PAU (23-05), linked from deere.com/en-us product page https://www.deere.com/en-us/products-and-solutions/construction-equipment/wheel-loaders/244-p-tier-compact-wheel-loader-mdfhmfq (Deere asset library johndeere.widen.net). Retrieved 2026-10-25 ISO quick-coupler, 0.8 m³ GP bucket with bolt-on edge, 365/70R18 tires, standard counterweight, cab, 79 kg operator, full fuel (12,258 lb).

Dimensions

Spec	Value	Source
Overall length	≈ 5,410 mm	Published: 5.41 m John Deere 244 P-Tier Compact Wheel Loader brochure/specifications MW244PAU (23-05), linked from deere.com/en-us product page https://www.deere.com/en-us/products-and-solutions/construction-equipment/wheel-loaders/244-p-tier-compact-wheel-loader-mdfhmfq (Deere asset library johndeere.widen.net). Retrieved 2026-10-25 Dimension F, bucket on ground, ISO coupler, 0.8 m³ bucket (17 ft 9 in).
Overall width	1,920 mm	Published: 1,920 mm John Deere 244 P-Tier Compact Wheel Loader brochure/specifications MW244PAU (23-05), linked from deere.com/en-us product page https://www.deere.com/en-us/products-and-solutions/construction-equipment/wheel-loaders/244-p-tier-compact-wheel-loader-mdfhmfq (Deere asset library johndeere.widen.net). Retrieved 2026-10-25 Dimension R width over standard 365/70R18 tires. Bucket width 1.90 m.
Overall height	≈ 2,750 mm	Published: 2.75 m John Deere 244 P-Tier Compact Wheel Loader brochure/specifications MW244PAU (23-05), linked from deere.com/en-us product page https://www.deere.com/en-us/products-and-solutions/construction-equipment/wheel-loaders/244-p-tier-compact-wheel-loader-mdfhmfq (Deere asset library johndeere.widen.net). Retrieved 2026-10-25 Dimension A height to top of cab.
Wheelbase	≈ 2,150 mm	Published: 2.15 m John Deere 244 P-Tier Compact Wheel Loader brochure/specifications MW244PAU (23-05), linked from deere.com/en-us product page https://www.deere.com/en-us/products-and-solutions/construction-equipment/wheel-loaders/244-p-tier-compact-wheel-loader-mdfhmfq (Deere asset library johndeere.widen.net). Retrieved 2026-10-25 Dimension E.
Track gauge / tread	1,510 mm	Published: 1,510 mm John Deere 244 P-Tier Compact Wheel Loader brochure/specifications MW244PAU (23-05), linked from deere.com/en-us product page https://www.deere.com/en-us/products-and-solutions/construction-equipment/wheel-loaders/244-p-tier-compact-wheel-loader-mdfhmfq (Deere asset library johndeere.widen.net). Retrieved 2026-10-25 Dimension Q tread width, standard tires.
Ground clearance	285 mm	Published: 285 mm John Deere 244 P-Tier Compact Wheel Loader brochure/specifications MW244PAU (23-05), linked from deere.com/en-us product page https://www.deere.com/en-us/products-and-solutions/construction-equipment/wheel-loaders/244-p-tier-compact-wheel-loader-mdfhmfq (Deere asset library johndeere.widen.net). Retrieved 2026-10-25 Dimension C.
Turning radius	≈ 3,820 mm	Published: 3.82 m John Deere 244 P-Tier Compact Wheel Loader brochure/specifications MW244PAU (23-05), linked from deere.com/en-us product page https://www.deere.com/en-us/products-and-solutions/construction-equipment/wheel-loaders/244-p-tier-compact-wheel-loader-mdfhmfq (Deere asset library johndeere.widen.net). Retrieved 2026-10-25 Dimension O turning circle radius over outside of bucket edge, 0.8 m³ bucket. Loader clearance circle (carry position) 7.64 m.

Undercarriage / tires

Spec	Value	Source
Undercarriage type	Wheeled, articulated	Published: Wheeled, articulated John Deere 244 P-Tier Compact Wheel Loader brochure/specifications MW244PAU (23-05), linked from deere.com/en-us product page https://www.deere.com/en-us/products-and-solutions/construction-equipment/wheel-loaders/244-p-tier-compact-wheel-loader-mdfhmfq (Deere asset library johndeere.widen.net). Retrieved 2026-10-25 30° articulation each direction with mechanical rear-wheel steering.
Number of axles	2	Published: 2 John Deere 244 P-Tier Compact Wheel Loader brochure/specifications MW244PAU (23-05), linked from deere.com/en-us product page https://www.deere.com/en-us/products-and-solutions/construction-equipment/wheel-loaders/244-p-tier-compact-wheel-loader-mdfhmfq (Deere asset library johndeere.widen.net). Retrieved 2026-10-25 Fixed front axle with 100% manually engaged differential lock; fixed rear axle, 16° total oscillation.
Wheels (count)	4	Published: 4 John Deere 244 P-Tier Compact Wheel Loader brochure/specifications MW244PAU (23-05), linked from deere.com/en-us product page https://www.deere.com/en-us/products-and-solutions/construction-equipment/wheel-loaders/244-p-tier-compact-wheel-loader-mdfhmfq (Deere asset library johndeere.widen.net). Retrieved 2026-10-25
Tire size	365/70R18	Published: 365/70R18 John Deere 244 P-Tier Compact Wheel Loader brochure/specifications MW244PAU (23-05), linked from deere.com/en-us product page https://www.deere.com/en-us/products-and-solutions/construction-equipment/wheel-loaders/244-p-tier-compact-wheel-loader-mdfhmfq (Deere asset library johndeere.widen.net). Retrieved 2026-10-25 Mitas EM01 standard; 405/70R18 and 400/70R20 optional.

Ground pressure

Spec	Value	Source
Ground pressure	Not published	John Deere 244 P-Tier Compact Wheel Loader brochure/specifications MW244PAU (23-05), linked from deere.com/en-us product page https://www.deere.com/en-us/products-and-solutions/construction-equipment/wheel-loaders/244-p-tier-compact-wheel-loader-mdfhmfq (Deere asset library johndeere.widen.net). Retrieved 2026-10-25 Not published in this document.

Axle loads

Spec	Value	Source
Axle load, front (unladen/operating)	Not published	John Deere 244 P-Tier Compact Wheel Loader brochure/specifications MW244PAU (23-05), linked from deere.com/en-us product page https://www.deere.com/en-us/products-and-solutions/construction-equipment/wheel-loaders/244-p-tier-compact-wheel-loader-mdfhmfq (Deere asset library johndeere.widen.net). Retrieved 2026-10-25 Not published in this document.
Axle load, rear (unladen/operating)	Not published	John Deere 244 P-Tier Compact Wheel Loader brochure/specifications MW244PAU (23-05), linked from deere.com/en-us product page https://www.deere.com/en-us/products-and-solutions/construction-equipment/wheel-loaders/244-p-tier-compact-wheel-loader-mdfhmfq (Deere asset library johndeere.widen.net). Retrieved 2026-10-25 Not published in this document.

Engine

Spec	Value	Source
Engine model	Yanmar 4TNV98CT	Published: Yanmar 4TNV98CT John Deere 244 P-Tier Compact Wheel Loader brochure/specifications MW244PAU (23-05), linked from deere.com/en-us product page https://www.deere.com/en-us/products-and-solutions/construction-equipment/wheel-loaders/244-p-tier-compact-wheel-loader-mdfhmfq (Deere asset library johndeere.widen.net). Retrieved 2026-10-25 EPA Final Tier 4/EU Stage V.
Net power	52 kW	Published: 52 kW John Deere 244 P-Tier Compact Wheel Loader brochure/specifications MW244PAU (23-05), linked from deere.com/en-us product page https://www.deere.com/en-us/products-and-solutions/construction-equipment/wheel-loaders/244-p-tier-compact-wheel-loader-mdfhmfq (Deere asset library johndeere.widen.net). Retrieved 2026-10-25 Net peak power SAE J1349/ISO 9249 at 2,400 rpm (71 hp).
Gross power	54 kW	Published: 54 kW John Deere 244 P-Tier Compact Wheel Loader brochure/specifications MW244PAU (23-05), linked from deere.com/en-us product page https://www.deere.com/en-us/products-and-solutions/construction-equipment/wheel-loaders/244-p-tier-compact-wheel-loader-mdfhmfq (Deere asset library johndeere.widen.net). Retrieved 2026-10-25 Gross rated power ISO 14396 at 2,400 rpm (73 hp).
Displacement	3.3 L	Published: 3.3 L John Deere 244 P-Tier Compact Wheel Loader brochure/specifications MW244PAU (23-05), linked from deere.com/en-us product page https://www.deere.com/en-us/products-and-solutions/construction-equipment/wheel-loaders/244-p-tier-compact-wheel-loader-mdfhmfq (Deere asset library johndeere.widen.net). Retrieved 2026-10-25 203 cu. in.
Rated speed	2,400 rpm	Published: 2,400 rpm John Deere 244 P-Tier Compact Wheel Loader brochure/specifications MW244PAU (23-05), linked from deere.com/en-us product page https://www.deere.com/en-us/products-and-solutions/construction-equipment/wheel-loaders/244-p-tier-compact-wheel-loader-mdfhmfq (Deere asset library johndeere.widen.net). Retrieved 2026-10-25 Rated/net peak power speed.

Hydraulics

Spec	Value	Source
Pump / aux flow	70 L/min	Published: 70 L/min John Deere 244 P-Tier Compact Wheel Loader brochure/specifications MW244PAU (23-05), linked from deere.com/en-us product page https://www.deere.com/en-us/products-and-solutions/construction-equipment/wheel-loaders/244-p-tier-compact-wheel-loader-mdfhmfq (Deere asset library johndeere.widen.net). Retrieved 2026-10-25 Fixed-displacement gear pump (loader and steering), standard (18 gpm). Total with high-flow option 109 L/m.
System / relief pressure	≈ 23 MPa	Published: 23,000 kPa John Deere 244 P-Tier Compact Wheel Loader brochure/specifications MW244PAU (23-05), linked from deere.com/en-us product page https://www.deere.com/en-us/products-and-solutions/construction-equipment/wheel-loaders/244-p-tier-compact-wheel-loader-mdfhmfq (Deere asset library johndeere.widen.net). Retrieved 2026-10-25 Loader system relief (3,335 psi); steering 18 000 kPa.

Performance

Spec	Value	Source
Max travel speed	38 km/h	Published: 38 km/h John Deere 244 P-Tier Compact Wheel Loader brochure/specifications MW244PAU (23-05), linked from deere.com/en-us product page https://www.deere.com/en-us/products-and-solutions/construction-equipment/wheel-loaders/244-p-tier-compact-wheel-loader-mdfhmfq (Deere asset library johndeere.widen.net). Retrieved 2026-10-25 Gear 2 (23.5 mph); gear 1 18 km/h. Hydrostatic.
Bucket capacity	0.8 m³	Published: 0.8 m³ John Deere 244 P-Tier Compact Wheel Loader brochure/specifications MW244PAU (23-05), linked from deere.com/en-us product page https://www.deere.com/en-us/products-and-solutions/construction-equipment/wheel-loaders/244-p-tier-compact-wheel-loader-mdfhmfq (Deere asset library johndeere.widen.net). Retrieved 2026-10-25 Heaped SAE (1.0 cu yd); struck 0.66 m³.
Tipping load	3,700 kg	Published: 3,700 kg John Deere 244 P-Tier Compact Wheel Loader brochure/specifications MW244PAU (23-05), linked from deere.com/en-us product page https://www.deere.com/en-us/products-and-solutions/construction-equipment/wheel-loaders/244-p-tier-compact-wheel-loader-mdfhmfq (Deere asset library johndeere.widen.net). Retrieved 2026-10-25 Full turn (SAE), ISO coupler, 0.8 m³ bucket (8,157 lb). Straight 4060 kg. Rated operating load 1850 kg.
Breakout / digging force	≈ 48 kN	Published: 4,895 kgf John Deere 244 P-Tier Compact Wheel Loader brochure/specifications MW244PAU (23-05), linked from deere.com/en-us product page https://www.deere.com/en-us/products-and-solutions/construction-equipment/wheel-loaders/244-p-tier-compact-wheel-loader-mdfhmfq (Deere asset library johndeere.widen.net). Retrieved 2026-10-25 SAE J732C, printed as 4895 kg (10,792 lb).
Dump height / clearance	≈ 2,520 mm	Published: 2.52 m John Deere 244 P-Tier Compact Wheel Loader brochure/specifications MW244PAU (23-05), linked from deere.com/en-us product page https://www.deere.com/en-us/products-and-solutions/construction-equipment/wheel-loaders/244-p-tier-compact-wheel-loader-mdfhmfq (Deere asset library johndeere.widen.net). Retrieved 2026-10-25 Dimension H dump clearance at 40° full height.
Lift / hinge-pin height	≈ 3,220 mm	Published: 3.22 m John Deere 244 P-Tier Compact Wheel Loader brochure/specifications MW244PAU (23-05), linked from deere.com/en-us product page https://www.deere.com/en-us/products-and-solutions/construction-equipment/wheel-loaders/244-p-tier-compact-wheel-loader-mdfhmfq (Deere asset library johndeere.widen.net). Retrieved 2026-10-25 Dimension G height to hinge pin, fully raised.

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