John Deere 524 Wheel loaders tech specs

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2015-2019

Deere PowerTech Transmission type

E6068H Engine model

108.87 kw Gross power

1.91 cu m Bucket capacity

15,370 kg Operating weight

The John Deere 524K (2015–2019) is a mid-size K‑Series wheel loader built for productivity with compact agility. It tips the scale at 12.67 t operating weight, packs a bucket of 1.7–2.4 m³, and delivers 106 kW (142 hp) from the PowerTech E 6068H Tier 3 diesel. Breakout sits at around 9,638 kg (21,248 lb), and it can reach 38.5 km/h in travel speed. In short, it’s a loader that carries its own weight in real-world value.

Engine: John Deere PowerTech E 6068H Tier 3, 106 kW (142 hp)

Operating Weight: ~12,670 kg

Bucket Capacity: 1.7–2.4 m³

Breakout Force: ~9,638 kg (~21,248 lb)

Travel Speed: ~38.5 km/h

Bucket Width: ~2.54 m

Max Discharge Height: ~2.77 m

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AED 385,000

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AED 320,000

John deere 524 Technical specifications

General

Transmission type

Deere PowerTech

Engine model

E6068H

Bucket capacity

1.91 cu m

Operating weight

15,370 kg

Engine

Gross power

108.87 kw

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Overview

K-Series value with smart tech: reliable PowerTech power, quad-cooler durability, Powerllel™ linkage, onboard LCD and JDLink monitoring—without fluff.

Pros Strong breakout for class.
Tech-rich (diagnostics, payload, fleet tracking).

Cons Bucket size limits bulk work.
Needs proper site access—over 12 t.