SPECS / COMPARISON
John Deere 844K III vs Caterpillar 982M
A detailed comparison of the John Deere 844K III and the Caterpillar 982M. Click a model name to view its full specifications.
Weight
John Deere 844K III33806.2 kg (74530 lbs)
Caterpillar 982M35561.6 kg (78400 lbs)
Operating Weight
John Deere 844K III33806.2 kg (74530 lbs)
Caterpillar 982M35561.6 kg (78400 lbs)
| Specification | John Deere 844K III Wheel Loaders | Caterpillar 982M Wheel Loaders |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Wheel Loader | Wheel Loader |
| Weight | 33806.2 kg (74530 lbs) | 35561.6 kg (78400 lbs) |
| Engine Model | PowerTech PSS 6135 | Cat C13 ACERT |
| Displacement | 13501.3 cc (823.9 cu in.) | 12503.4 cc (763 cu in.) |
| Alternator | 130 amps | — |
| Torque Rise | 44 % | — |
| Fuel Capacity | 534.1 l (141.1 gal) | 425.9 l (112.5 gal) |
| Hydraulic Tank | 184.3 l (48.7 gal) | 181.7 l (48 gal) |
| Transmission Oil Capacity | 28.0 l (7.4 gal) | 76.8 l (20.3 gal) |
| Differential Front Capacity | 68.1 l (18 gal) | 92.0 l (24.3 gal) |
| Differential Rear Capacity | 68.1 l (18 gal) | 92.0 l (24.3 gal) |
| Transmission Type | Power shift | — |
| Operating Weight | 33806.2 kg (74530 lbs) | 35561.6 kg (78400 lbs) |
| Reach At Max Lift And Dump | 213.4 cm (84 in) | — |
| Wheelbase | 365.8 cm (144 in) | 365.8 cm (144 in) |
| Bucket Hinge Pin | 457.2 cm (180 in) | — |
| Overall Length | 975.4 cm (384 in) | — |
| Ground Clearance | 46.3 cm (18.23 in) | 30.5 cm (12 in) |
| Width Over Tires | 335.3 cm (132 in) | — |
| Horsepower | — | 296.8 kW (398 hp) |
| Max Speed | — | 21.1 km/h (13.1 mph) |
| Emissions | — | Tier 3/Stage IIIA |
| Net Power | — | 296.8 kW (398 hp) |
| Stroke | — | 15.7 cm (6.2 in) |
| Bore | — | 13.2 cm (5.2 in) |
| Crankcase | — | 37.1 l (9.8 gal) |
| Cooling Capacity | — | 53.0 l (14 gal) |
| Brakes | — | Brakes meet ISO 3450:2011 standards |
| Max Speed (Forward) | — | 21.1 km/h (13.1 mph) |
| Max Speed (Reverse) | — | 24.1 km/h (15 mph) |
| Breakout Force | — | 26512.5 kg (58450 lbs) |
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