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John Deere 844 P-Tier vs Volvo L220H

The John Deere 844 P-Tier is about 7% heavier than the Volvo L220H (34,360 vs 32,150 kg), which usually means more stability and lifting capacity but higher transport weight.

The John Deere 844 P-Tier has about 11% more engine power (311 kW (417 hp) vs 279 kW (374 hp)).

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

John machine similar to the John Deere 844 P-Tier (related model may be pictured)
John Deere John Deere 844 P-Tier
Volvo machine similar to the Volvo L220H (related model may be pictured)
Volvo Construction Equipment Volvo L220H
Operating weight 34,360 kg (75,800 lb)32,150 kg (70,900 lb)
Engine power 311 kW (417 hp)279 kW (374 hp)
Net power 311 kW (417 hp) at 1,400 rpm—
Torque 2,119 N·m (1,563 lbf·ft)—
Bucket capacity 4.8–6.1 m³ (6.3–8.0 yd³)4.3–16 m³; log grapples 1.8–4 m²
Bucket breakout force ≈218 kN (48,929 lbf), dealer data—
Engine John Deere PowerTech PSS 6135 (13.5 L)Volvo D13J, 13 L
Emissions US EPA Tier 4 Final / EU Stage V—
Net power (ISO 9249) —279 kW (374 hp) at 1,300–1,400 rpm
Max. torque —2,265 N·m (1,670 lbf·ft)
Breakout force —245 kN (55,080 lbf)
Static tipping load, full turn —21,000 kg (46,300 lb)
Transmission —All-Volvo powertrain with OptiShift (lock-up) and Reverse By Braking
Tyres —29.5 R25, 875/65 R29
Strengths
  • + Powerful 13.5 L engine with peak power at only 1,400 rpm
  • + High breakout for quarry work
  • + Deere dealer support and JDLink
  • + Hybrid 844 X-Tier available for fuel savings
  • + All-Volvo powertrain matched for efficiency
  • + Patented Reverse By Braking reduces wear and cycle times
  • + 245 kN breakout and 21 t tipping load
  • + Volvo cab comfort
Watch-outs
  • − Heavy transport
  • − Weights differ by market — check your spec
  • − Premium price
  • − Naming change (L220H → L220)
Full 844 P-Tier reviewFull L220H 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.