Dimensions
| John Deere 4044M Tires (F/R) | 8.0 x 16 / 13.6 x 28 | 31.5×16.5 / 16.9-24 |
|---|---|---|
| Overall Length with 3-point Hitch | 130.6 in (3317 mm) | 134.7 in (3421 mm) |
| Wheelbase | 73 in (1855 mm) | 73 in (1855 mm) |
| Overall Width | 78.2 in (1986 mm) | 71.3 in (1811 mm) |
| Height to Top of ROPS | 100.2 in (2545 mm) | 95.5 in (2426 mm) |
| Height to Top of ROPS (Folded) | 80.5 in (2044 mm) | 69.8 in (1773 mm) |
| Height to Top of Cab | 97.4 in (2474 mm) | – |
| Ground Clearance (Front axle) | 15.6 in (395 mm) | 13.8 in (351 mm) |
| Front Tread | 53.6 in (1362 mm) | 58.3 in (1481 mm) |
| Rear Tread | 59.9 in (1522 mm) | 54.0 in (1372 mm) |
| Turning Radius (w/ brakes) | 177.2 in (4500 mm) | 110.2 in (2800 mm) |
| Turning Radius (w/o brakes) | 181.1 in (4600 mm) | 118.1 in (3000 mm) |
Weight
| Operating Weight (ROPS) | 3759 lb (1705 kg) |
| Operating Weight (Cab) | 4675 lb (2120 kg) |
| Operating Weight (Heavy Duty, ROPS) | 4255 lb (1934 kg) |
| Front Axle Capacity | 3528 lb (1600 kg) |
| Rear Axle Capacity | 5292 lb (2400 kg) |
| Counterweight / Ballast #1 (each) | 42 lb (19 kg) |
| Counterweight / Ballast #2 (each) | 70 lb (32 kg) |
| Counterweight / Ballast #2 (each) | 100 lb (45 kg) |
Tires
| Front Tire Size (Farm) | 8.00-16 (31.5×16.5) |
| Rear Tire Size (Farm) | 13.6-28 (16.9-24) |
| Front Tire Size (Lawn / Turf) | 27×10.50-15 (27x12LL-15) |
| Rear Tire Size (Lawn / Turf) | 44×18-20 (22.5LL-16.1) |
| Front Tire Size (Industrial) | 10-16.5 |
| Rear Tire Size (Industrial) | 16.9Lx24 |
Engine Details
| Number of Cylinders | 3 |
| Engine Make | Yanmar |
| Engine Model | Yanmar 4TNV88C-MJT |
| Displacement | 133.6 cu in (2.189 L) |
| Bore | 3.46 in (88 mm) |
| Stroke | 3.54 in (90 mm) |
| Horsepower (Gross) | 42.5 hp (31.7 kw) |
| PTO Power (PowrReverser transmission) | 33.6 hp (25.0 kw) |
| PTO Power (eHydro transmission) | 32.3 hp (24.1 kw) |
| Power Measured @ | 2600 rpm |
| Peak Torque | 85.6 lb ft (116 Nm) |
| Torque Measured @ | 1690 rpm |
| Lubrication System | Pressurized |
| Cooling System | Water pump |
| Air Cleaner | Dry Type with Safety Element |
| Fuel System | High pressure common rail direct injection |
| Compression Ratio | 19.1:1 |
| Aspiration | Naturally aspirated |
| Emission Standards | US EPA Tier 4 Final + EU Stage V |
Operational Specs
| Operating Weight (ROPS) | 3759 lb (1705 kg) |
| Operating Weight (Cab) | 4675 lb (2120 kg) |
| Operating Weight (Heavy Duty, ROPS) | 4255 lb (1934 kg) |
| Operating Voltage | 12 V |
| Alternator | 75 amps |
| Battery | 12 V, CCA 770 |
| Starter | 12. V, 2.68 hp (2 kw) |
| ROPS Type | Two-post folding ROPS |
| Cruise Control | Optional |
Transmission
| Model | PowrReverser (Standard) | eHydro HST (Optional) |
|---|---|---|
| Type | 12 x 12 Power Shuttle transmission | 3 Range Hydrostatic transmission |
| Number of Gears | 12 Forward, 12 Reverse | Infinitely Variable (3 Range) |
| Max Travel Speed, Low | 1.1 mph (1.8 km/h) | 4.2 mph (6.8 km/h) |
| Max Travel Speed, High | 18.6 mph (30 km/h) | 18.6 mph (30 km/h) |
| Drive | 4WD (MFWD) | 4WD (MFWD) |
| MFWD Capability | All Ranges (Standard) | All Ranges (Standard) |
| Steering | Hydrostatic power steering | Hydrostatic power steering |
| Service Brakes | Multi-plate wet disc brakes | Multi-plate wet disc brakes |
| Differential Lock | Mechanical rear | Mechanical rear |
| Final Drive Type | Planetary | Planetary |
PTO (Power Take-Off)
| Rear PTO Type | Independent |
| Rear PTO Speed | 540 rpm |
| PTO / Engine RPM | 540@2400 |
| PTO Clutch | Wet disc |
| Power (PowrReverser transmission) | 33.6 hp (25.0 kw) |
| Power (eHydro transmission) | 32.3 hp (24.1 kw) |
Hydraulic System
| Type | Open Center |
| Pump Type | Single gear pump |
| Implement Pump Flow | 11.2 gal/min (42.3 L/min) |
| Steering Pump Flow | 6.2 gal/min (23.5 L/min) |
| Total Pump Flow | 17.4 gal/min (65.8 L/min) |
| Max Operating Pressure | 2500 psi (17237 kPa) |
| Remote Control Valves | Up to 6 |
3-Point Hitch
| 3-Point Hitch Type | Category 1 |
| Draft Control Sensing | Position control |
| 3-Point Hitch Lift Capacity @ 24″ | 2500 lb (1135 kg) |
| 3-Point Hitch Lift Capacity @ ends | 3130 lb (1420 kg) |
| Maximum Drawbar Loads | 1103 lb (500 kg) |
Service Refill Capacities
| Fuel Tank Capacity (Open Operator Station) | 13 gal (49.2 L) |
| Fuel Tank Capacity (Cab) | 13.8 gal (52 L) |
| Engine Oil Capacity (w/ filter) | 1.4 gal (5.4 L) |
| Cooling System Capacity (Open Operator Station) | 1.5 gal (6 L) |
| Cooling System Capacity (Cab) | 2.1 gal (8 L) |
| Front Axle Fluid Capacity | 1.3 gal (5 L) |
| Transmission / Hydraulic Oil Capacity | 12.5 gal (47.3 L) |
John Deere 4044M Filters
| Engine Air Filter (Primary) | RE68048 |
| Engine Air Filter (Secondary) | RE68049 |
| Primary Fuel Filter | MIU802421 |
| Final Fuel Filter | MIU803127 |
| Engine Oil Filter | M806419 |
| Transmission Oil Filter | RE45864, LVA23443 |
| Hydraulic Oil Filter | LVA10419 |
| Engine DPF Filter | MIU803276 |
| John Deere 4044M Filter Pack | LVA21039 (M806419, LVA10419, MIU803127, RE45864, RE68048 and MIU802421) |
JD 4044M Attachments
The John Deere 4044M Compact Utility Tractor is a highly capable machine designed to handle a broad range of agricultural, landscaping, and property maintenance tasks. Powered by a 43.1-horsepower diesel engine and equipped with four-wheel drive and a Category 1 three-point hitch, it supports an impressive variety of attachments that enhance its versatility throughout the year.
John Deere 400E Loader
For front-end tasks like loading, grading, and material transport, the 4044M pairs seamlessly with the John Deere 400E Loader. This loader can be equipped with a wide selection of tools such as buckets, pallet forks, bale spears, snow pushes, and grapple attachments, making it ideal for everything from moving gravel to clearing snow. The tractor also works with a range of loader-mounted implements thanks to compatibility with quick-attach systems and skid steer carrier adapters.
| Front Loader | 400E Loader |
|---|---|
| Overall Length (WB+F) | 139 in (3522 mm) |
| Bucket Width | 73 in (1850 mm) |
| Bucket Length | 23 in (585 mm) |
| Bucket Weight | 238 lb (108 kg) |
| A. Lift Height to Pivot Pin | 112 in (2850 mm) |
| B. Lift Height to Bucket Level | 104 in (2646 mm) |
| C. Lift Height to Bucket Dumped | 90.4 in (2298 mm) |
| D. Reach at Max Height with Bucket Dumped | 28 in (705 mm) |
| E. Dump Angle (Maximum) | 42° |
| F. Reach Bucket at Ground with Bucket Leveled | 66 in (1672 mm) |
| G. Rollback Angle | 29° |
| H. Digging Depth | 5.7 in (146 mm) |
| J. Overall Height In Carry Position | 59 in (1505 mm) |
| Dump Angle at Ground | 128° |
| Rollback Angle at Full Height | 110° |
| Lift Capacity to Full Height at Pivot Pin (U) | 2396 lb (1087 kg) |
| Lift Capacity to Full Height at 19.7 in (500 mm) ahead of Pivot (V) | 1764 lb (800 kg) |
| Lift Capacity to 59 in (1500 mm) at Pivot Pin (W) | 2881 lb (1307 kg) |
| Lift Capacity to 59 in (1500 mm) ahead of Pivot (X) | 2299 lb (1043 kg) |
| Boom Breakout Force at Pivot Point (Y) | 3853 lbf (17.14 kN) |
| Boom Breakout Force at 19.7 in (500 mm) Forward of Pivot Pin (Z) | 2902 lbf (12.91 kN) |
| Bucket Rollback Force at Maximum Height (VV) | 4112 lbf (18.30 kN) |
| Bucket Rollback Force at 59 in (1500 mm) Lift Height (XX) | 5191 lbf (23.10 kN) |
| Bucket Rollback Force at Ground Level Line (ZZ) | 3487 lbf (15.50 kN) |
| Loader Raise Time | 4.26 sec |
| Loader Lower Time | 3.13 sec |
| Bucket Dump Time | 3.14 sec |
| Bucket Rollback Time | 2.42 sec |
John Deere 370B Backhoe
At the rear, the 4044M can be outfitted with the John Deere 370B Backhoe, an essential tool for digging trenches, installing drainage, or performing small-scale excavation. It mounts securely to the subframe and delivers the digging power needed for more demanding jobs.
| Backhoe | John Deere 370B |
|---|---|
| A. Digging Depth | 82 in (2080 mm) |
| B. Loading Height (Bucket at 60°) | 70.5 in (1790 mm) |
| C. Reach from Center Line of Swing Pivot | 117 in (2972 mm) |
| D. Transport Height | 78.5 in (1994 mm) |
| E. Loading Reach (Bucket at 60°) | 46.3 in (1175 mm) |
| F. Transport Overhang | 42 in (1100 mm) |
| G. Undercut | 17 in (430 mm) |
| Bucket Rotation | 176° |
| Swing Arc Angle | 148° |
| Stabilizer Spread Width, Raised (Up) | 46.3 in (1175 mm) |
| Stabilizer Spread Width, Lowered (Down) | 74 in (1879 mm) |
| Boom Lift Capacity | 302 lb (137 kg) |
| Dipperstick Digging Force (SAE) | 1577 lbf (7.02 kN) |
| Bucket Digging Force (SAE) | 2692 lbf (11.98 kN) |
| Bucket Control Main Relief Valve Pressure | 2500 psi (17237 kPa) |
| Bachkoe Weight, w/ 16 in (400 mm) Bucket | 773 lb (350 kg) |
Buckets for 370B Backhoe
| Bucket Width | Struck Capacity | Heaped Capacity | Shipping Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| 8 in (203 mm) | 0.42 ft3 (0.012 m3) | 0.46 ft3 (0.013 m3) | 40 lb (18.1 kg) |
| 12 in (305 mm) | 0.66 ft3 (0.019 m3) | 0.76 ft3 (0.022 m3) | 50 lb (22.7 kg) |
| 16 in (406 mm) | 0.90 ft3 (0.250 m3) | 1.06 ft3 (0.03 m3) | 60 lb (27.2 kg) |
Beyond digging and loading, the 4044M supports a full lineup of Category 1 three-point hitch attachments for ground preparation, planting, mowing, hay handling, snow removal, and fertilizing. Whether you’re leveling land with a box blade, spreading manure, seeding a pasture, or clearing a field with a rotary cutter, this tractor adapts easily to the task. It also accepts tools for precise landscaping work, including landscape rakes, power rakes, and core aerators, as well as seasonal equipment like snow blowers and sickle bar mowers.
With this wide selection of attachments, the John Deere 4044M delivers year-round performance, transforming into the exact tool you need to get the job done – efficiently, reliably, and with John Deere’s trusted durability.
