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John Deere 644 P-Tier vs Volvo L120H
Published specs and dimensions of two wheel loaders side by side. Every value comes from the manufacturer document cited on each model page; ≈ marks a unit conversion.
Key differences
The John Deere 644 P-Tier is 1,545 lb (701 kg) lighter, 8 in (205 mm) wider, 3 in (70 mm) taller and 7 in (170 mm) longer than the Volvo L120H.
- Net power: 186 kW / 249 hp (John Deere 644 P-Tier) vs 205 kW / 275 hp (Volvo L120H); Volvo L120H is higher.
- Wheelbase: 3,310 mm / 10 ft 10 in (John Deere 644 P-Tier) vs 3,200 mm / 10 ft 6 in (Volvo L120H); John Deere 644 P-Tier is higher.
- Track gauge / tread: 2,170 mm / 7 ft 1 in (John Deere 644 P-Tier) vs 2,070 mm / 6 ft 9 in (Volvo L120H); John Deere 644 P-Tier is higher.
- Ground clearance: 386 mm / 15.2 in (John Deere 644 P-Tier) vs 430 mm / 16.9 in (Volvo L120H); Volvo L120H is higher.
- Turning radius: 5,640 mm / 18 ft 6 in (John Deere 644 P-Tier) vs 5,730 mm / 18 ft 10 in (Volvo L120H); Volvo L120H is higher.
- Displacement: 6.8 L / 415 cu in (John Deere 644 P-Tier) vs 7.8 L / 476 cu in (Volvo L120H); Volvo L120H is higher.
Computed from the published figures for each model's stated configuration (listed below the table). Options such as boom, bucket, tracks or tires change these numbers.
John Deere 644 P-Tier specs Volvo L120H specs Open in interactive compare Trailer fit: John Deere 644 P-Tier Trailer fit: Volvo L120H
Side-by-side specs
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| Spec | John Deere 644 P-Tier | Volvo L120H |
|---|---|---|
| Weights | ||
| Operating weight | 18,709 kg | 19,410 kg |
| Dimensions | ||
| Overall length | ≈ 8,330 mm | 8,160 mm |
| Overall width | 2,875 mm | 2,670 mm |
| Overall height | ≈ 3,450 mm | 3,380 mm |
| Wheelbase | ≈ 3,310 mm | 3,200 mm |
| Track gauge / tread | 2,170 mm | 2,070 mm |
| Ground clearance | 386 mm | 430 mm |
| Turning radius | ≈ 5,640 mm | 5,730 mm |
| Undercarriage / tires | ||
| Undercarriage type | Wheeled, articulated | Wheeled, articulated |
| Number of axles | 2 | 2 |
| Wheels (count) | 4 | 4 |
| Tire size | 23.5R25 (Michelin 1 Star L-3) | 23.5R25 XHA2 L3 |
| Ground pressure | ||
| Ground pressure | Not published | Not published |
| Axle loads | ||
| Axle load, front (unladen/operating) | Not published | Not published |
| Axle load, rear (unladen/operating) | Not published | Not published |
| Engine | ||
| Engine model | John Deere PowerTech PSS 6068 | Volvo D8M |
| Net power | 186 kW | 205 kW |
| Gross power | Not captured | 205 kW |
| Displacement | 6.8 L | 7.8 L |
| Rated speed | 1,800 rpm | Not captured |
| Hydraulics | ||
| Pump / aux flow | 310 L/min | 128 L/min |
| System / relief pressure | ≈ 25.2 MPa | 31 MPa |
| Performance | ||
| Max travel speed | 40 km/h | 40 km/h |
| Bucket capacity | 3.3 m³ | 3.6 m³ |
| Tipping load | 12,987 kg | 12,410 kg |
| Breakout / digging force | ≈ 153 kN | 168.8 kN |
| Dump height / clearance | ≈ 2,870 mm | 2,870 mm |
| Lift / hinge-pin height | ≈ 4,090 mm | 4,100 mm |
Configurations.
John Deere 644 P-Tier: Z-Bar linkage, 3.2 m³ (4.25 yd³) pin-on enhanced-performance bucket with bolt-on edge, Michelin 23.5R25 L-3 tires, standard 5-speed with lockup; EPA Final Tier 4/EU Stage V.
Volvo L120H: Standard boom, 3.6 m³ (4.7 yd³) STE P BOE general-purpose bucket, 23.5R25 XHA2 L3 tires; Tier 4 Final