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John Deere 300 vs International Harvester 2444

A detailed comparison of the John Deere 300 and the International Harvester 2444. Click a model name to view its full specifications.

Horsepower
John Deere 30032.1 kW (43.1 HP)
International Harvester 244432.4 kW (43.5 HP)
SpecificationJohn Deere 300John Deere 300Backhoe LoadersInternational Harvester 2444International Harvester 2444Backhoe Loaders
Horsepower32.1 kW (43.1 HP)32.4 kW (43.5 HP)
Weight1730.0 kg (3814.0 lbs)—
Transmission TypeConstant meshManual shuttle
Length305.0 cm (120.1 in.)—
Pump Flow89.0 LPM (6.5 GPM (24.6 LPM) 13.0 GPM (49.2 LPM) 23.5 GPM)—
Years Made1965-19731967-1971
Engine ModelJohn DeereInternational Harvester BD-154
Engine Type4-stroke, liquid-cooled, inline4-stroke, liquid-cooled, inline
Fuel TypeGasolineDiesel
Cylinders34
Displacement2212 cc (135.0 cu in.)2524 cc (154.0 cu in.)
Bore9.80 cm (3.86 in.)8.89 cm (3.50 in.)
Stroke9.80 cm (3.86 in.)10.21 cm (4.02 in.)
Rear PTO TypeLive or transmissionIndependent or transmission
Rear PTO Speed540, 540/1000 RPM—
Middle PTO TypeLive—
Middle PTO Speed1000 RPM—
Torque Power1300 RPM—
Torque Speed149.2 N·m (110.0 lb-ft)—
Rated RPM2500 RPM2000 RPM
Compression Ratio7.5:1—
Battery1 x12V or 2x6V—
StarterElectricElectric
Height181.0 cm (71.3 in.)—
Wheelbase195.0 cm (76.8 in.)—
Fuel Tank Capacity62.5 l (16.5 gal)—
Oil Capacity6.6 l (1.7 gal)—
Coolant Capacity10.4 l (2.7 gal)—
Transmission Oil Capacity38.0 l (10.0 gal)—
Hydraulic Capacity38.0 l (10.0 gal)—
Gears8 forward and 4 reverse8 forward and 8 reverse
Chassis4×2 2WD4×2 2WD
Max. Travel Speed7.4 km/h (Forward: 15.5 MPH (25.0 km/h) Reverse: 4.6 MPH)—
BrakesHydraulic wet disc—
Drawbar CategoryII/II
Cabin TypeOpen operator stationOpen operator station
Steering TypeManual or powerPower
Front TiresAg: 7.50-16Industrial: 5.50-16, 6.00-16—
Rear TiresAg: 14.9-24Industrial: 11.2-28, 12.4-28—
Hydraulic TypeClosed center—
Valves1 to 2—

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