[VIDEO] John Deere Introduces 344L Compact Wheel Loader With Articulation Plus

The largest of Deere's compact wheel loaders, the 344L actually articulates less, but has a tighter turning radius, a higher tipping load and more stability than others in its class.

Oct 24, 2018
In the latest installment to our Construction Equipment Closeup series, we take a look at the new John Deere 344L compact wheel loader with Articulation Plus. The largest of Deere's compact wheel loaders, the 344L actually articulates less, but has a tighter turning radius, a higher tipping load and more stability than others in its class.
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