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Caterpillar 994K vs John Deere 644 P-Tier

The Caterpillar 994K is about 1113% heavier than the John Deere 644 P-Tier (242,600 vs 20,000 kg), which usually means more stability and lifting capacity but higher transport weight.

The Caterpillar 994K has about 641% more engine power (1297 kW (1739 hp) vs 175 kW (235 hp)).

Beyond the numbers, compare local dealer support, parts availability and resale value for Caterpillar and John Deere in your region: over the life of a machine they often matter more than small specification differences.

Caterpillar machine similar to the Caterpillar 994K (related model may be pictured)
Caterpillar Caterpillar 994K
John machine similar to the John Deere 644 P-Tier (related model may be pictured)
John Deere John Deere 644 P-Tier
Operating weight 242,600 kg (534,800 lb)20,000 kg (44,100 lb)
Engine power 1297 kW (1739 hp)175 kW (235 hp)
Net power (SAE J1349) 1,297 kW (1,739 hp)—
Rock bucket capacity 19.1–24.5 m³ (25–32 yd³)—
Coal bucket capacity up to ≈32–43 m³ (42–57 yd³)—
Rated payload 40.8 t (45 short tons) standard; 38.1 t (42 short tons) high lift—
Engine Cat 3516E, 16 cylinders—
Cat 793 6 passes (high lift)—
Cat 789 5 passes (standard or high lift)—
Cat 785 4 passes (standard)—
Net power —≈175 kW (235 hp)
Bucket capacity —≈3.4–4.2 m³ (4.5–5.5 yd³)
Strengths
  • + One of the largest wheel loaders in the world
  • + Mobile alternative to rope or hydraulic shovels
  • + Loads 150–250 short-ton trucks
  • + Cat mining support worldwide
  • + Strong dealer support in the Americas
  • + Comfortable cab
Watch-outs
  • − Mining-scale purchase and operating costs
  • − Requires mine infrastructure (tyre handling, fuel logistics)
  • − Mainly an Americas product
Full 994K reviewFull 644 P-Tier review

Specifications are typical figures for standard configurations and may be measured differently by each manufacturer (for example net vs gross power). Always confirm with the manufacturer or dealer. Build another comparison.