John Deere 444D vs John Deere 540B
Verdict: John Deere 444D vs John Deere 540B
The John Deere 444D and the John Deere 540B are both industrial tractors — here is how they stack up on the figures that matter. John Deere 444D leads on rated power with 97 hp against 96 hp. John Deere 540B is the lighter machine (8,470 kg vs 8,718 kg), which helps on soft ground and transport, while the heavier model carries more ballast for traction-limited draft work. John Deere 444D holds more fuel (189.2 L vs 159.0 L) for longer stints between fills. John Deere 444D is the newer design (1985 vs 1976). In short: choose the John Deere 444D for outright pulling power, or the John Deere 540B if a tighter budget and lighter footprint matter more. Compare the full spec tables below before booking a demo.
Fit score weighs budget, operation size, crop match and data confidence against the details above. It’s guidance, not advice — always confirm with a dealer demo.