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 It comes fully loaded.
Designed to maximize your productivity and with advanced diagnostics, durable solid-state
uptime while minimizing your daily operating electrical distribution center, new sealed switch
costs, the 225-horsepower 644J combines the module, and improved ventilation. Add to that a
muscle of a production machine with the flexibility more efficient drivetrain and hydraulics cooling
and maneuverability of a utility loader. Numerous system with proportional fan control, and
enhancements within the more spacious cab you’ve got a multipurpose machine that’ll make
include a multifunction state-of-the-art monitor any operator and operation more productive.
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 Productivity
never felt this
comfortable.
From the convenient controls that customize comfortable. The all-new sealed switch
machine operation to the comfortable fully module allows convenient fingertip control
adjustable air-ride armchair, the 644J has of multiple machine operations. Up-front,
everything your operators need to do their a state-of-the-art multifunction monitor
best. All-around visibility is unobstructed, with easy-to-read messaging, large
and an improved ventilation system helps analog gauges, and LED warning lights
keep the view clear and the cab environment provides vital operating info at a glance.

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 Adjustable automotive-style louvers and independently adjustable
defrosters provide effective airflow to help keep the glass clear
and the pressurized cab comfortable.

Conveniently positioned switch module helps reduce operator

fatigue with clearly visible backlit and sealed controls.

Standard air-ride armchair seat adjusts multiple ways for extra

comfort and cushioning over rough terrain.

1. Industry-leading 360-degree visibility gives clear sight

lines of the work ahead and the worksite around you.

2. Advanced programmable monitor with analog gauges

and LED indicators provides:

A. Vital and general operating information

including transmission mode, gear, engine
rpms, and ground speed.

B. Diagnostic readings of most sensors and

switches, enabling technicians to quickly
troubleshoot problems.

C. Customized machine settings that let an operator

match the 644J’s operating characteristics to
specific applications by preselecting transmission
functions such as Quick Shift and Auto-to-1st for
maximum productivity.

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 Since the hydraulic system provides only the power
required, there’s no wasted horsepower or fuel.

When the rpms drop below 2,200, the horsepower

actually goes up. The John Deere Power Bulge
advantage helps maintain good boom and bucket
speed into the pile.

Responsive steering and full 80-degree articulation

increase maneuverability in tight quarters — for faster
cycle times and fewer “three-point” turns.

1. Choose from single-lever joystick or two-lever

fingertip pilot-operated controls. Single-lever
control can also be equipped with an optional
fingertip FNR selector for convenient direction and
full-range gear changes. Both controls also include
John Deere’s innovative Quick Shift feature that
allows pushbutton gear changes, one gear at a time.

2. Sealed switch module gives fingertip control of

1 numerous functions. Programmable clutch cut-off increases productivity
in all kinds of terrain. Simply select the slope at your
dumpsite — level, small, or steep. When the brake
pedal is depressed, the transmission disconnects while
keeping engine speed high for fast boom cycles.

Boom height kick-out sets maximum desired dump

height, while return-to-carry predetermines the lowered
boom position. Use these two John Deere advantages
to speed production in repetitive loading applications.

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Built to make
hard work easier.
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r
The 644J was designed and built with cycles. You won’t find a smoother shifting
hile
maximum productivity in mind. Its perfor- loader, either. The 644J’s PowerShift™ torque-
mance edge starts with a high-torque converter transmission employs Smart Shift™
John Deere diesel that delivers extra technology to continuously evaluate the
horsepower when the going gets tough. machine’s speed and load conditions, and
Excavator-style hydraulics sense the load and adjusts clutch-pack engagement to suit. The
deliver the fluid power needed for smooth 644J does the busywork, so your operator
p
ed boom and dump functions, and faster work can concentrate on doing the work at hand.
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 Keeps you
up and running,
up and lifting.
Uptime is everything and exactly the reason inboard planetary axles with self-adjusting
we added enhancements such as the inboard wet-disc brakes, and four-plate
sealed solid-state electrical distribution loader frame, to list just a few. How tough
center, advanced diagnostic monitor, is the 644J? Tough enough that it’s
extended service intervals, optional pre- backed by an exclusive warranty that
cleaner, and reversing cooling fan. Of covers all major frame structures, including
course, the 644J also retains numerous articulation joints, mainframe, and loader
traditional John Deere durability features boom — for three years, 10,000 hours.
such as wet-sleeve engine cylinder liners, That’s confidence, and peace of mind.

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 Four steel plates extend from the axle housing to the top
of the loader tower, giving full support to the far end of the
boom pivot pins. This heavy-duty design extends the life of
the pins and helps protect the boom cylinder hoses.

You can expect long life from the PowerTech™ 8.1-L

turbocharged diesel, thanks in part to its wet-sleeve liners
that provide uniform cooling for less oil breakdown and
longer durability than cast-in-block designs.

Service intervals for engine oil, transmission filter, and

hydraulic oil have been extended to 500, 1,000, and
4,000 hours. So your 644J will require fewer breaks for
routine maintenance.

If necessary, the PowerShift™ transmission’s clutch

fast-fill times can be easily recalibrated. Takes just
minutes to restore like-new performance.

Standard features such as bypass-start protection,

automatic park brake, convenient handholds, and slip-
resistant steps help keep the operator out of harm’s way.

1. Electrical distribution center employs highly reliable

circuit-board technology and solid-state switches,
eliminating numerous wiring harnesses, fuses, relays,
and connectors.

2. Optional fan automatically reverses every 30 minutes,

ejecting debris from the radiator and coolers for more
uptime and productivity. Or just hit the button to choose
your own cleaning cycles.

3. Planetary final drives are mounted inboard. Since gear

size isn’t limited by wheel hub diameter, larger, more
durable components are used. Hydraulic wet-disc brakes
self-adjust for wear. Axle seal guards are standard.

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 Available spin control helps reduce tire wear, fuel
consumption, and operator fatigue in poor tractive
conditions. Enables the operator to work without
worrying about wheel spin or trying to feather
the accelerator.

Axle options include front differential lock with

conventional rear or front and rear differential locks.
For limited slip or conventional front and rear axles,
see your John Deere dealer.

1. Unique reversible and interchangeable design and

through-hardened boron-steel construction of JAGZ ™
edges can last more than two times longer than
conventional edges.

2. Choose either single-lever joystick or two-lever fingertip

control. Add up to three additional hydraulic functions.

3. Need to go higher? The factory-installed high-lift

option extends lift height nearly a foot-and-half and is
ideal for efficiently moving materials to new heights.

1 4. Extra guarding and integrated “purpose-built” features

go into the 644J Waste Handler. We’ve got what it takes
for other heavy-duty applications, too.

5. Ride-control option enables the hydraulic lift cylinders

to act as shock absorbers, so the 644J can navigate
rough terrain more quickly and still maintain its load.

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 Build one
your way.

Yours isn’t just another business. So variety of factory-installed options to fit

why should you buy just another a wide variety of applications. Whether
loader? With the 644J, you won’t have you’re handling waste or shuttling
to “settle” for the wrong axles, boom, sand, you can equip a 644J with the
bucket, or whatever. We offer a wide right stuff to maximize your efforts.

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Side-by-side cooling components Large service doors open wide, and The cooling package includes a
are exceptionally efficient and all daily service points are located hydraulic-driven fan with proportional
easy to clean. Condenser rotates on the left side for quick and control that’s regulated by cooling
forward and out of the way. convenient ground-level access. system temperature. Varying the fan
Optional axle coolers mount speed as needed reduces fuel
between engine and radiator. consumption and daily operating costs.

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 We made ourselves
more accessible.
You said you wanted a loader that’s as easy to side. Even routine servicing is simplified.
service as it is to operate. As you can see, we’re For example, the hydraulically driven cooling fan
open to your ideas. Deere designers worked swings out and away for radiator and oil-cooler
hard to make the 644J hassle-free to maintain. clean-out. Add to those details such as easy-to-
Hinged side shields open wide, providing read sight gauges and an advanced diagnostics
ample ground-level access to the engine monitor with clear and concise messaging, and
compartment. All daily service points are it’s easy to see how the 644J controls your
conveniently grouped and located on the left costs as easily as it controls a load.

1. Conveniently located, easy-to-read sight 4. When something goes wrong, the advanced
gauges let you check fluid levels at a glance. monitor gives easy-to-understand diagnostic
messages and even offers possible solutions to
2. Extended transmission filter and engine and help get you back up and running more quickly.
hydraulic oil service intervals contribute to the
644J’s low operating costs. 5. Your John Deere dealer has the parts and
service you need to stay productive, and
3. Greasing is less messy, with centralized lube also offers a wide variety of preventative
banks providing easy access to difficult-to- maintenance and support programs to help
reach zerks. control owning and operating costs.

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Specifications
Engine 644J
Type . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . John Deere POWERTECHTM 6081H; meets EPA and CARB emission non-road regulations
Cylinders. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Valves Per Cylinder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Displacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 496 cu. in. (8.1 L)
Net Peak Power. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 225 hp (168 kW) @ 1,600 rpm
Net Rated Power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 185 hp (138 kW) @ 2,200 rpm
Net Peak Torque . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 765 lb.-ft. (1040 Nm) @ 1,300 rpm
Net Torque Rise. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 74%
Net Power Bulge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22%
Fuel System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . high-pressure common rail
Lube System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . full-flow spin-on filter and integral cooler
Aspiration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . turbocharged, charge air cooled
Air Cleaner . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . dual element dry type, restriction indicator in cab monitor for service
Fan Drive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . hydraulically driven, proportionally controlled, fan aft of coolers
Electrical System. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24 volt with 80-amp alternator
Batteries (two 12 volt) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1,400 CCA

Transmission
Type . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . countershaft-type power shift
Torque Converter. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . single stage, single phase
Shift Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . electronically modulated, adaptive, load and speed dependent
Operator Interface . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . steering-column-mounted, twist-grip shift lever; quick-shift button on hydraulic lever
Shift Modes. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . auto/manual, auto to 1st or 2nd, kick down or kick up/down, three clutch cutoff settings adjustable on switch pad
Travel Speeds* Forward Reverse
Gear 1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4.6 mph (7.4 km/h) 4.9 mph (7.9 km/h)
Gear 2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7.6 mph (12.2 km/h) 8.0 mph (12.8 km/h)
Gear 3. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14.7 mph (23.6 km/h) 15.5 mph (24.9 km/h)
Gear 4. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22.0 mph (35.4 km/h)
*Equipped with 23.5 R 25 radial tires.

Axles/Brakes
Final Drives . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . heavy-duty inboard planetary
Differentials* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . hydraulic locking front, conventional rear — standard; dual locking front and rear — optional
Rear Axle Oscillation, Stop to Stop** . . . . . . . 26 degrees
Brakes (conform to SAE J1473, ISO3450)
Service Brakes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . hydraulically actuated, inboard, carrier mounted, pressure oil cooled, self adjusting, multi-disc
Parking Brake . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . automatic spring applied, hydraulically released, oil cooled, multi-disc
*Contact dealer for information regarding limited slip and conventional front and rear availability.
**Equipped with 23.5 R 25 radial tires.

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Tires 644J
Choice of (with multi-piece rims) Tread Width Width Over Tires Change In Vertical Height
23.5-25, 20 PR L3 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 85.4 in. (2170 mm) 113.4 in. (2881 mm) – 0.1 in. (– 2 mm)
23.5 R 25, 1 Star L3 Radial. . . . . . . . . . . 85.4 in. (2170 mm) 113.2 in. (2875 mm) 0 in. (0 mm)
750/65 R 25 L3-T* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 86.8 in. (2204 mm) 120.7 in. (3066 mm) – 0.3 in. (– 7 mm)
28L-26, 14 PR LS2*† . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 89.4 in. (2272 mm) 117.6 in. (2986 mm) + 0.4 in. (+ 11 mm)
*Requires 9-degree rear axle stops.
†
With single-piece rims.

Refill Capacities (U.S.)

Fuel Tank (with ground-level fueling). . . . . . . 100 gal. (379 L)
Cooling System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32 qt. (31 L)
Engine Lubrication, Including Vertical
Spin-On Filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26 qt. (25 L)
Powershift Transmission, Including Filter . . . . 27 qt. (26 L)
Differential (front and rear, each axle) . . . . . . 30 qt. (29 L)
Loader Hydraulic Reservoir and Filters . . . . . 31 gal. (118 L)
Sealed Wet-Disc Parking Brake . . . . . . . . . . . 20 oz. (0.6 L)

Hydraulic System/Steering
Pump (loader and steering) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . variable-displacement, axial-piston pump; closed-center, pressure-compensating system
Maximum Flow @ 2,200 rpm . . . . . . . . . 68 gpm (257 L/m) @ 1,000 psi (6895 kPa)
Pressure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . loader and steering relief 3,600 psi (24 850 kPa)
Loader Controls. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . two-function valve; single- or dual-lever controls; control lever lockout feature; optional third- and fourth-function valve
with auxiliary lever
Steering (conforms to SAE J1511)
Type . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . power, fully hydraulic
Pressure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3,600 psi (24 850 kPa) relief
Articulation Angle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 80-degree arc (40 degrees each direction)
Hydraulic Cycle Times Standard Z-Bar High-Lift Z-Bar
Raise. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6.2 sec. 6.2 sec.
Dump . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.4 sec. 1.4 sec.
Lower . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3.0 sec. (float down) 3.0 sec. (float down)
Total . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10.6 sec. 10.6 sec.
Maximum Lift Capacity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . with 4.25-cu.-yd. (3.3 m3) bucket with bolt-on cutting edge
Lift at Ground Level. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34,166 lb. (15 495 kg)
Lift at Maximum Height. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20,226 lb. (9173 kg)
Turning Radius (measured to centerline
of outside tire). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18 ft. 0 in. (5500 mm)

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Dimensions with Pin-On Bucket 644J

Standard Z-Bar High-Lift Z-Bar
A Height to Top of Cab and Canopy . . . . . . . 11 ft. 2 in. (3404 mm) 11 ft. 2 in. (3400 mm)
B Height to Top of Exhaust . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 ft. 0 in. (3353 mm) 11 ft. 0 in. (3353 mm)
C Ground Clearance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18.1 in. (461 mm) 18.1 in. (461 mm)
D Length from Centerline to Front Axle. . . . . 63 in. (1600 mm) 63 in. (1600 mm)
E Wheelbase . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 126 in. (3200 mm) 126 in. (3200 mm)
F Dump Height . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ▲ (see page 17) ▲ (see page 19)
G Height to Hinge Pin, Fully Raised . . . . . . . 13 ft. 7 in. (4144 mm) 15 ft. 0 in. (4569 mm)
H Dump Reach. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ▲▲ (see page 17) ▲▲ (see page 19)
I Maximum Digging Depth . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.7 in. (69 mm) 6.4 in. (163 mm)
J Overall Length . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ▲▲▲ (see page 17) ▲▲▲ (see page 19)
K Maximum Rollback at Ground Level . . . . . 40 degrees 40 degrees

55˚ max.

45˚
Cab and Canopy
50˚ max.

G B A
F

D C
I E

Dimensions with Quick-Coupler and Bucket

Standard Z-Bar
A Dump Clearance. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ▲ (see page 18)
B Dump Reach. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ▲▲ (see page 18)
C Maximum Digging Depth . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.5 in. (63 mm)
D Height to Hinge Pin, Fully Raised . . . . . . . 13 ft. 7 in. (4144 mm)
E Overall Length . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ▲▲▲ (see page 18)
F Maximum Rollback, Boom Fully Raised. . . 55 degrees
G Maximum Bucket Discharge Angle,
Fully Raised . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45 degrees
H Maximum Rollback at Ground Level . . . . . 39 degrees

45˚
G

B
D
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Dimensions with Quick-Coupler

and Construction Fork 644J
Standard Z-Bar
A
A Reach, Fully Raised . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 ft. 1 in. (642 mm)
B Fork Height, Fully Raised . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 ft. 11 in. (3929 mm)
C Maximum Reach, Fork Level. . . . . . . . . . . 5 ft. 1 in. (1537 mm)
D Fork Height, Maximum Reach . . . . . . . . . . 6 ft. 1 in. (1848 mm)
E Reach, Ground Level. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 ft. 0 in. (925 mm)
C
F Depth Below Ground. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.0 in. (49 mm)
G Tine Length . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ▲ (see page 18)
H Overall Length . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ▲▲ (see page 18)
B
E

G
F
H

Standard Z-Bar Pin-On Type Bucket Information

General Purpose General Purpose w/ General Purpose
Bucket Type/Size w/Bolt-On Edge Teeth and Segments w/JAGZTM
Capacity, Heaped SAE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4.25 cu. yd. (3.3 m3) 4.25 cu. yd. (3.3 m3) 4.5 cu. yd. (3.4 m3)
Capacity, Struck SAE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3.7 cu. yd. (2.8 m3) 3.7 cu. yd. (2.8 m3) 3.9 cu. yd. (3.0 m3)
Bucket Weight. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3,555 lb. (1612 kg) 3,680 lb. (1670 kg) 3,650 lb. (1655 kg)
Bucket Width. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 114.2 in. (2900 mm) 114.2 in. (2900 mm) 114.2 in. (2900 mm)
Breakout Force, SAE J732C. . . . . . . . . . . 34,407 lb. 34,407 lb. 33,961 lb.
(15 604 kg) (15 604 kg) (15 402 kg)
Tipping Load, Straight . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31,210 lb. 31,044 lb. 31,150 lb.
(14 154 kg) (14 079 kg) (14 127 kg)
Tipping Load, 40-Degree Full Turn, SAE. . . 26,281 lb. 26,118 lb. 26,215 lb.
(11 919 kg) (11 845 kg) (11 889 kg)
Reach, 45-Degree Dump, 7-ft.
(2.13 m) Clearance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65.7 in. (1668 mm) 67.6 in. (1718 mm) 66.2 in. (1681 mm)
▲▲ Reach, 45-Degree Dump, Full Height . . . 42.2 in. (1071 mm) 46.2 in. (1174 mm) 42.8 in. (1087 mm)
▲ Dump Clearance, 45 Degree, Full
Height . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 115.8 in. (2942 mm) 111.9 in. (2841 mm) 115.7 in. (2938 mm)
▲▲▲ Overall Length, Bucket on Ground . . . . . . 26 ft. 5 in. 26 ft. 8 in. 26 ft. 5 in.
(8045 mm) (8197 mm) (8055 mm)
Loader Clearance Circle, Bucket In
Carry Position . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42 ft. 3 in. 42 ft. 7 in. 42 ft. 3 in.
(12 883 mm) (12 978 mm) (12 888 mm)
Operating Weight. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38,876 lb. 39,004 lb. 38,971 lb.
(17 631 kg) (17 689 kg) (17 674 kg)
Loader operating information is based on machine with all standard equipment; 23.5 R 25 radial tires; standard counterweight; ROPS/FOPS cab; 175-lb. (79 kg)
operator; and full fuel tank. This information is affected by tire size, ballast, and different attachments.

Adjustments to Operating Weights with Standard Z-Bar Pin-On Buckets

Adjustments to operating weights and tipping loads based on standard boom and 4.25-cu.-yd. (3.3 m3) general-purpose bucket with bolt-on cutting edge
Add (+) or deduct (–) lb. (kg) as indicated Tipping Load, 40-
for loaders with Operating Weight Tipping Load, Straight Degree Full Turn, SAE
23.5-25, 20 PR L3 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . – 309 lb. (– 140 kg) – 213 lb. (– 97 kg) – 182 lb. (– 83 kg)
23.5 R 25, 1 Star L3 Radial. . . . . . . . . . . 0 lb. (0 kg) 0 lb. (0 kg) 0 lb. (0 kg)
750/65 R 25 L3-T Radial* . . . . . . . . . . . . + 981 lb. (+ 446 kg) + 679 lb. (+ 308 kg) + 584 lb. (+ 265 kg)
28L-26, 14 PR LS2*† . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . + 88 lb. (+ 40 kg) + 61 lb. (+ 28 kg) + 52 lb. (+ 24 kg)
*Requires 9-degree rear axle stops.
†
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Standard Z-Bar Information

with Quick-Coupler and Bucket 644J
General Purpose General Purpose w/
Bucket Type/Size w/Bolt-On Edge Teeth and Segments
Capacity, Heaped SAE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4.25 cu. yd. (3.3 m3) 4.25 cu. yd. (3.3 m3)
Capacity, Struck SAE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3.8 cu. yd. (2.9 m3) 3.8 cu. yd. (2.9 m3)
Bucket Weight with Coupler . . . . . . . . . . 4,900 lb. (2223 kg) 5,025 lb. (2280 kg)
Bucket Width. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 114.2 in. (2900 mm) 114.2 in. (2900 mm)
Breakout Force, SAE J732C. . . . . . . . . . . 28,976 lb. 28,976 lb.
(13 141 kg) (13 141 kg)
Tipping Load, Straight . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29,121 lb. 28,958 lb.
(13 207 kg) (13 133 kg)
Tipping Load, 40-Degree Full Turn, SAE. . . 24,394 lb. 24,235 lb.
(11 063 kg) (10 991 kg)
Reach, 45-Degree Dump, 7-ft.
(2.13 m) Clearance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62.9 in. (1598 mm) 63.8 in. (1620 mm)
▲ Reach, 45-Degree Dump, Full Height . . . 44.4 in. (1128 mm) 48.1 in. (1222 mm)
▲▲ Dump Clearance, 45 Degree, Full
Height . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 106.8 in. (2713 mm) 102.5 in. (2603 mm)
▲▲▲ Overall Length, Bucket on Ground . . . . . . 27 ft. 1 in. 27 ft. 7 in.
(8266 mm) (8418 mm)
Loader Clearance Circle, Bucket In
Carry Position . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42 ft. 9 in. 43 ft. 0 in.
(13 018 mm) (13 118 mm)
Operating Weight. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40,224 lb. 40,349 lb.
(18 242 kg) (18 299 kg)
Loader operating information is based on machine with all standard equipment; 23.5 R 25 radial tires; standard counterweight; ROPS/FOPS cab; 175-lb. (79 kg)
operator; and full fuel tank. This information is affected by tire size, ballast, and different attachments.

Standard Z-Bar Information with Quick-Coupler and Construction Fork

▲ Tine Length 60 in. (1525 mm) 72 in. (1829 mm)
▲▲ Overall Length. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28 ft. 4 in. (8641 mm) 29 ft. 4 in. (8946 mm)
Tipping Load, Straight (fork level,
load centered 24 in. [610 mm]
forward on tine). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22,782 lb. (10 334 kg) 22,603 lb. (10 252 kg)
Tipping Load, 40-Degree Full Turn
(fork level, load centered 24 in.
[610 mm] forward on tine) . . . . . . . . 19,206 lb. (8712 kg) 19,029 lb. (8632 kg)
Operating Weight. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38,854 lb. (17 621 kg) 39,051 lb. (17 710 kg)

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Type Bucket Information 644J
General Purpose
Bucket Type/Size w/Bolt-On Edge
Capacity, Heaped SAE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4.25 cu. yd. (3.3 m3)
Capacity, Struck SAE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3.7 cu. yd. (2.8 m3)
Bucket Weight. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3,554 lb. (1612 kg)
Bucket Width. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 114.2 in. (2900 mm)
Breakout Force, SAE J732C. . . . . . . . . . . 30,574 lb. (13 868 kg)
Tipping Load, Straight . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24,798 lb. (11 248 kg)
Tipping Load, 40-Degree Full Turn, SAE . . . 20,765 lb. (9419 kg)
Reach, 45-Degree Dump, 7-ft.
(2.13 m) Clearance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 82.4 in. (2093 mm)
▲ Reach, 45-Degree Dump, Full Height . . . 46.3 in. (1175 mm)
▲▲ Dump Clearance, 45 Degree, Full
Height . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 132.9 in. (3375 mm)
▲▲▲ Overall Length, Bucket on Ground . . . . . . 28 ft. 0 in. (8525 mm)
Loader Clearance Circle, Bucket In
Carry Position . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43 ft. 8 in. (13 320 mm)
Operating Weight. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39,000 lb. (17 690 kg)
Loader operating information is based on machine with all standard equipment; 23.5 R 25 radial tires; standard counterweight; ROPS/FOPS cab; 175-lb. (79 kg)
operator; and full fuel tank. This information is affected by tire size, ballast, and different attachments.

Bucket Selection Guide*

MATERIAL (Loose weight) lb./cu. yd. kg/m3
6.00 Caliche 2,100 1250
(4.5) Cinders 1,000 590
No Ma Clay and gravel, dry 2,400 1420
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Clay and gravel, wet 2,600 1540
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tiv Lo Lo Clay, dry 2,500 1480

e ad ad Clay, natural bed 2,800 1660
Lo
ad Clay, wet 2,800 1660
5.00 Coal, anthracite, broken 1,850 1100
(3.8) Coal, bituminous, broken 1,400 830
BUCKET SIZE cu. yd. (m3)

Earth, dry, packed 2,550 1510

Earth, loam 2,100 1250
Earth, wet, excavated 2,700 1600
Deere 4.25-cu.-yd. (3.3 m3) Granite, broken or large crushed 2,800 1660
General-Purpose Bucket Gravel, dry 2,550 1510
4.00
Gravel, dry 1/2" to 2" (13 to 50 mm) 2,850 1690
(3.0) Gravel, pit run (graveled sand) 3,250 1930
Gravel, wet 1/2" to 2" (13 to 50 mm) 3,400 2020
Gypsum, crushed 2,700 1600
Deere 3.5-cu.-yd. (2.7 m3)
Limestone, broken or crushed 2,600 1540
General-Purpose Bucket
Magnetite, iron ore 4,700 2790
3.00 Phosphate rock 2,160 1280
(2.3) Pyrite, iron ore 4,350 2580
Sand and gravel, dry 2,900 1720
Sand and gravel, wet 3,400 2020
Sand, dry 2,400 1420
Sand, wet 3,100 1840
Sandstone, broken 2,550 1510
Shale 2,100 1250
lb./cu.yd. 1,500 2,000 2,500 3,000 3,500 Slag, broken 2,950 1750
Stone, crushed 2,700 1600
kg/m3 600 900 1200 1500 1800 2100 Topsoil 1,600 950

* This guide, representing bucket sizes not necessarily manufactured by Deere, will help you in selecting proper bucket size for material density, loader configuration, and operating conditions. Optimum bucket size is determined
after adding or subtracting all tipping load changes due to optional equipment. The “conservative load” line on this guide is recommended when operating in conditions such as soft ground and unlevel surfaces. The “maximum
load” condition on this guide is sometimes utilized when operating on firm ground and level surfaces.

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Key: ● Standard equipment ▲ Optional or special equipment *See your John Deere dealer for further information.

644J Engine 644J Hydraulic System (continued) 644J Operator’s Station (continued)
● Meets EPA and CARB emission non-road regu- ● Hydraulic system oil cooler (for continuous FOPS / Multiplane isolation mounted for noise/
lations running attachments and extreme temper- vibration reduction / Optional canopy rear
● Antifreeze, –34°F (–37°C) atures) window glass, for noise reduction
● Coolant recovery tank ▲ Ride control, automatic type ▲ Air conditioning (factory installed)
● Fan guard ▲ Hydraulic control system for quick-coupler ● Seat belt, 3 in. (76 mm), with retractor
● Muffler, under hood with large exhaust stack locking pins ● Seat, air suspension, deluxe cloth covered with
● Environmentally friendly engine oil drain Electrical deep foam, high back, air suspension, adjustable
● Engine oil cooler ● Solid-state electrical power distribution system for weight-height, fore-aft position, backrest
● Quick-release fuel filter and water separator ● 24-volt electrical system tilt, and armrest angle with backrest extension
● Heavy-duty trash-resistant cooling package ● High-capacity batteries (2), 12 volt with 1,400 ▲ Seat, air suspension, vinyl, on canopy with
▲ Ether start aid (for cold starts) CCA, 200-min. rated reserve backrest extension
▲ Engine air heater (for cold starts) ● Master electrical disconnect switch ● Backlit sealed switch module with function
▲ Engine coolant heater, 1,000 watts, 110 volts ● Alternator, high capacity, 80 amps and 24 volts indicators
▲ Reversing fan ▲ Alternator trash covers ● Cup holder, personal cooler holder and storage
▲ Desert and high-altitude cooling package ● Battery terminal safety covers space
▲ Special-application trash screens, axle seal ● Starting switch with electric fuel shutoff ▲ Sun visor for cab
guards, etc.* ● Lights (conform to SAE 99): Driving with guards / ● Rubber floormat
▲ Chrome exhaust stack LED turn signals and flashers / Stop and taillights ● Tilt steering column
▲ Cooler corrosion package ● Work lights, front (2) and rear (2) ● Textured steering wheel and spinner knob
Powertrain ● Horn, with push button in center of steering ● Rearview mirrors, outside (2) and inside (1)
● ZF torque-converter powershift transmission — wheel (conforms to SAE J994, J1446) (conform to SAE J985)
4F/3R ● Reverse warning alarm (conforms to SAE J994, ● Handholds and steps, ergonomically located
● Electronically controlled, adaptive, load- and J1446) and slip resistant (conform to SAE J185)
speed-dependent shift modulation ● Computerized multifunction monitor Loader Linkage
● Integral transmission sight gauge / fill tube ● Audible and visual warnings: Amber caution / ● Loader boom service locking bar (conforms to
● Transmission clutch disconnect with three selec- Red stop / Analog gauges: Engine coolant tem- SAE J38)
table settings perature, transmission oil temperature, fuel level, ● Z-bar loader linkage
● Quick-shift button with two selectable modes hydraulic oil temperature, engine oil pressure / ▲ High-lift Z-bar loader linkage
● Front axle with hydraulic locking differential Digital instruments: Engine rpm, odometer, trans- Buckets and Attachments
▲ Conventional-type differentials, front and rear* mission gear indicator, speedometer, hourmeter / ▲ Full line of Deere pin-on buckets with selection
▲ Front and rear axles with hydraulic locking Operator warning lights: Check engine, engine of bolt-on cutting edges, JAGZTM cutting edges,
differentials oil pressure, engine air filter restriction, battery and teeth-segmented bolt-on cutting edges*
▲ Limited slip differentials* voltage, transmission filter restriction, brake
Tires
▲ Spin-control system pressure, hydraulic oil filter, fasten seat belt,
▲ Axle oil coolers transmission fault, hydraulic oil temperature, ▲ 23.5-25, 20 PR L3
transmission fault ● 23.5 R 25, 1 Star L3 Radial
Hydraulic System ▲ 750/65 R 25 L3-T*
● In-cab adjustable automatic bucket positioner ● Indicator lights: Park brake / Ride control / LED
turn signals and warning flashers / Coupler ▲ 28L-26, 14 PR LS-2 (single-piece rims)
● In-cab adjustable automatic boom height kick- ● Multi-piece rims
out control pin disconnect / Engine preheater / Secondary
steering / Work lights ▲ Less wheels and tires
● In-cab adjustable automatic boom return-to- ▲ 9-degree rear axle stops for extra-large tires,
carry control ● Built-in diagnostics: Fault code retrieval
● Radio-ready cab 12-degree oscillation for standard
● Reservoir sight gauge
Other
● Spin-on hydraulic filters, vertical mounting ● 24- to 12-volt converter, 5 amp with receptacle
● Hydraulic lever lockout ▲ 24- to 12-volt converter, 10 amp with two ● Fenders, front
● Two-function hydraulic valve with single-lever receptacles ▲ Full fenders, front, with mud flap
control and adjustable wristrest ▲ 24-volt AM/FM/WB stereo radio with cassette ▲ Full fenders, front and rear, with mud flap
▲ Two-function hydraulic valve with two-lever ▲ 24-volt AM/FM/WB stereo radio with CD ● Articulation locking bar (conforms to SAE J276)
fingertip controls and adjustable wristrest ▲ 24-volt AM/FM/WB stereo radio with clock ● Vandal protection, includes lockable engine
▲ Three-function hydraulic valve with single-lever ● Cab wired for rotating beacon enclosure, rear grille, and fuel fill
control and auxiliary lever for third function ▲ Electrical corrosion-prevention package ● Counterweight, built-in
▲ Three-function hydraulic valve with two-lever Operator’s Station ● Drawbar, with locking pin
fingertip controls, adjustable wristrest, and aux- ● Cab (conforms to SAE J1040 APR88): ROPS/ ▲ Transmission side frame guards
iliary lever for third function FOPS / Heater/defroster / Multiplane isolation ▲ Auxiliary bottom guards
▲ Four-function hydraulic valve, with dual single- mounted for noise/vibration reduction / Front ▲ Lift hooks
lever controls and rear windshield washers and intermittent ▲ Fire extinguisher
▲ Hydraulic conversion kits, two- to three- and wipers / Tinted safety glass ▲ License plate bracket
three- to four-function valves ▲ Canopy (conforms to SAE J1040 APR88): ROPS/ ▲ Secondary steering

Net engine power is with standard equipment including air Specifications and design subject to change without notice. Wherever applicable, specifications are in accordance with SAE
cleaner, exhaust system, alternator, and cooling fan, at stan- standards. Except where otherwise noted, these specifications are based on a unit with all standard equipment, 23.5 R 25 radial
dard conditions per SAE J1349 and DIN 70 020, using No. 2-D tires, standard counterweight, ROPS/FOPS cab, full fuel tank, and 175-lb. (79 kg) operator.
fuel at 35 API gravity. No derating is required up to 10,000-ft.
(3050 m) altitude. Gross power is without cooling fan.

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