Video: John Deere 644K Hybrid Wheel Loader

John Chestermann, John Deere, talks about features of the new 644K hybrid wheel loader which uses a diesel/electric combo to deliver performance equal to or better than the conventional 644K

Feb 15, 2013

Deere 644K Hybrid Wheel Loader

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