SPECS / COMPARISON
John Deere 744J ZBar vs Hitachi LX2303
A detailed comparison of the John Deere 744J ZBar and the Hitachi LX2303. Click a model name to view its full specifications.
Horsepower
John Deere 744J ZBar198.4 kW (266 hp)
Hitachi LX2303193.9 kW (260 hp)
Weight
John Deere 744J ZBar23346.4 kg (51470 lbs)
Hitachi LX230322815.7 kg (50300 lbs)
Operating Weight
John Deere 744J ZBar23346.4 kg (51470 lbs)
Hitachi LX230322815.7 kg (50300 lbs)
| Specification | John Deere 744J ZBar Wheel Loaders | Hitachi LX2303 Wheel Loaders |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Wheel Loader | Wheel Loader |
| Horsepower | 198.4 kW (266 hp) | 193.9 kW (260 hp) |
| Weight | 23346.4 kg (51470 lbs) | 22815.7 kg (50300 lbs) |
| Tipping Capacity | 17681.0 kg (38980 lbs) | 17195.7 kg (37910 lbs) |
| Max Speed | 39.4 km/h (24.5 mph) | 39.6 km/h (24.6 mph) |
| Engine Model | 6125 H | 6125 A |
| No Of Cylinders | 6 | 6 |
| Aspiration | Turbocharged charge air cooled | Turbocharged and Aftercooled |
| Displacement | 12552.5 cc (766 cu in.) | 12552.5 cc (766 cu in.) |
| Alternator Supplied Amperage | 80 amps | 55 amps |
| Operating Voltage | 24 V | 24 V |
| Rated Speed | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Torque Speed | 1100 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Net Power | 198.4 kW (266 hp) | 193.9 kW (260 hp) |
| Peak Torque | 1315.1 N-m (970 lbs ft) | 1280.0 N-m (944.1 lbs ft) |
| Torque Rise | 40 % | 35 % |
| Fuel Capacity | 461.8 l (122 gal) | 432.3 l (114.2 gal) |
| Engine Oil Capacity | 38.2 l (10.1 gal) | 38.2 l (10.1 gal) |
| Cooling Capacity | 38.2 l (10.1 gal) | 43.2 l (11.4 gal) |
| Hydraulic System Capacity | 143.8 l (38 gal) | 144.2 l (38.1 gal) |
| Transmission Oil Capacity | 28.0 l (7.4 gal) | 28.0 l (7.4 gal) |
| Differential Front Capacity | 46.2 l (12.2 gal) | 46.2 l (12.2 gal) |
| Differential Rear Capacity | 46.2 l (12.2 gal) | 46.2 l (12.2 gal) |
| Transmission Type | Power shift | Power shift |
| No of Forward Gears | 4 | 4 |
| No of Reverse Gears | 3 | 3 |
| Rear Axle Oscillation | 26 ° | 26 ° |
| Max Speed (Forward) | 39.4 km/h (24.5 mph) | 39.6 km/h (24.6 mph) |
| Max Speed (Reverse) | 31.1 km/h (19.3 mph) | 21.2 km/h (13.2 mph) |
| Pump type | Variable axial piston | 2 x (Piston) |
| Pump Flow | 393.7 LPM (104 GPM) | 393.3 LPM (103.9 GPM) |
| Relief Pressure | 220.6 bar (3200 psi) | 220.6 bar (3200 psi) |
| Raise Lift Arms | 6.5 sec | 6.6 sec |
| Lower Lift Time | 3 sec | 3 sec |
| Bucket Dump Time | 1.5 sec | 1.5 sec |
| Operating Weight | 23346.4 kg (51470 lbs) | 22815.7 kg (50300 lbs) |
| Tipping Load | 17681.0 kg (38980 lbs) | 17195.7 kg (37910 lbs) |
| Bucket Capacity (Heaped) | 4.1 m³ (5.3 cu yds) | 4.0 m³ (5.2 cu yds) |
| Bucket Capacity (Struck) | 3.4 m³ (4.5 cu yds) | 3.4 m³ (4.5 cu yds) |
| Bucket Width | 304.8 cm (120 in) | 304.8 cm (120 in) |
| Breakout Force | 20198.5 kg (44530 lbs) | 19118.9 kg (42150 lbs) |
| Reach At Max Lift And Dump | 121.9 cm (48 in) | 121.9 cm (48 in) |
| Dump Clearance At Max Raise | 304.8 cm (120 in) | 304.8 cm (120 in) |
| Turning Radius | 609.6 cm (240 in) | 670.6 cm (264 in) |
| Wheelbase | 335.3 cm (132 in) | 335.3 cm (132 in) |
| Bucket Hinge Pin | 426.7 cm (168 in) | 426.7 cm (168 in) |
| Cab Height | 365.8 cm (144 in) | 365.8 cm (144 in) |
| Overall Length | 853.4 cm (336 in) | 853.4 cm (336 in) |
| Ground Clearance | 61.0 cm (24 in) | 61.0 cm (24 in) |
| Width Over Tires | 304.8 cm (120 in) | 304.8 cm (120 in) |
| Tire Size | 26.5 R25 | 26.5-25 |
| Gross Power | — | 211.0 kW (283 hp) |
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