244L John Deere Construction 244L Specifications & Technical Data (2019—2026)

Think big, run small

Whether you work in tight places or simply need a smaller machine to get big results — our 244L, 324L, and 344L Loaders have what it takes. Check out their unique features and L-Series enhancements.

Under the hood

Open the easy-lift hood and you’ll uncover the many convenience features that make the 244L, 324L, and 344L simple and inexpensive to maintain. Access is from ground level to all daily service checks.

One-of-a-kind advantages

Your business is unique — just like our L-Series Compact Loaders. With our industry-exclusive Articulation Plus™ steering system and the High-Lift configuration available on the 324L and 344L, these highly adaptable multipurpose machines combine head-turning maneuverability, sure-footed stability, and the speed you need to quickly get things done.

Loader capabilities

Caught between a rock and a hard place — or two concrete walls? A 244L, 324L, or 344L Loader can help you turn it around. The Articulation Plus steering system allows tight turns with large loads, with a tighter turning radius than leading competitive articulation loaders.

Ready, willing, and able

Industry-exclusive Articulation Plus steering system combines 30 deg. of articulation plus an additional 10 deg. of rear-wheel steer. By reducing the articulation angle, this design allows tighter turns that are more stable.

Industry leader

The 344L delivers a greater full-turn tipping load, a tighter turning radius, and more stability than comparable competitive articulation loaders.

Powertrain

Type Hydrostatic (HST) with infinitely variable speed control over full range of operating speeds; 2 speed ranges; joystick-mounted F-N-R; acceleration pedal; HST inching pedal, which allows infinitely reduced travel speeds while maintaining full engine rpm and hydraulic flow.

Axles

Fixed, 100% differential, manually engaged front axle; fixed, conventional differential rear axle. Rear Axle Oscillation Versus Front Axle 16 deg. total, stop to stop.

Steering

Hydraulic power steering (SAE J1511); 30-deg. articulation left and right with mechanical-actuated rear-wheel steering. Steering Wheel Turns, Stop to Stop 4X (1.2 left / 2¾ right). Articulation Angle 60-deg. arc (30 deg. each direction).

Brakes

(SAE J1473 / ISO 3450) Service Brakes Hydraulically actuated, self-adjusting internal wet-disc brake and driveline drum brake. Parking Brake Automatically spring-applied, hydraulically released, internal wet disc.

Controls

Pilot-operated, 3-function valve with single-lever control for boom and bucket, standard pin disconnect and 3rd-function proportional electrohydraulic (EH) auxiliary hydraulics.

Efficient power

Rimpull control manages power to the wheels, allowing the operator to select the optimal setting to reduce tire and driveline wear.

Sure-footed traction

Manual low-speed 100-percent differential lock delivers the ground-gripping tractive effort necessary to dive deep into the pile and help heap the bucket.