John Deere 158 Loader Specs

The John Deere 158 Front Loader is a heavy-duty and versatile loader designed for larger John Deere tractors. Known for its high lift capacity and robust construction, the 158 loader is ideal for farm, construction, and material-handling applications. It features smooth hydraulic operation, quick-attach compatibility, and a wide range of bucket and fork attachments.


The John Deere 158 loader has a maximum lift capacity of approximately 3800 lbs (1724 kg), making it suitable for handling heavy materials with ease. It boasts a lift height of around 10 feet (3.05 meters), allowing for efficient loading and unloading operations. Various bucket sizes are available to accommodate different tasks, ensuring versatility in material handling. Built with robust materials, the 158 loader is designed for longevity and reliability, featuring reinforced structures to withstand demanding conditions.

John Deere 158 Tractor Compatibility

The John Deere 158 Front Loader is designed to fit the following John Deere tractor models:

4000; 4020*; 4040; 4230; 4240; 4320; 4430; 4440; 4520; 4620; 4630.

*Standard tractors with long wheelbase only.

John Deere 158 Loader Specifications

John Deere 158 Specs

Lift Capacity (full at pin) 3800 lb (1723 kg)
Operating Weight 1771 lb (803 kg)
Breakout Force 5000 lbf (22.24 kN)
Dump Angle 37°
Reach (dumped) 32 in (810 mm)
Height (at pin) 156 in (3960 mm)
Clearance (dumped) 132 in (3350 mm)
Clearance (level) 151 in (3830 mm)
Boom Cylinder Diameter 2.75 in (70 mm)
Bucket Cylinder Diameter 2.5 in (60 mm)

John Deere 158 Loader Capacity

John Deere 158 Buckets

Bucket Width Bucket Capacity
60 in (1520 mm) 0.5 yd3 (0.4 m3)
72 in (1820 mm) 0.6 yd3 (0.5 m3)
84 in (2130 mm) 0.8 yd3 (0.6 m3)
96 in (2430 mm) 0.9 yd3 (0.7 m3)

John Deere 158 Forks

  • Grapple Fork
  • Haystacker Fork
  • Haystacker Push-off Fork
  • 60″ Manure Fork
  • Pallet Fork, 42″ Length
  • Pallet Fork, 48″ Length
  • Rail Pallet Fork
  • Bale Forks (Single Spear), 49″ Length
  • Bale Forks (Dual Spear), 49″ Length

John Deere 158 Loader Specifications

Rear Ballast for Stability

Rear ballast recommendations are:

a) For tractors with 80″ (2030 mm) rear tread setting

Tractor Model Ballast per Wheel
John Deere 4000 200 lb (90.7 kg)
4000; 4020; 4040; 4230; 4240; 4320; 4430; 4440; 4520; 4620; 4630. 0

b) If minimum rear tread width is necessary, use additional 700 lb (317.5 kg) per wheel.

NOTE: The amount of ballast recommended above is intended to help maintain stability and provide adequate traction during normal loader operation with materials-handling and manure buckets. Additional ballast up to maximum tire carrying capacity should be added, if necessary, when operating John Deere tractor and loader on uneven terrain, when operating loader with grapple fork or haystacker attachment, or to improve traction. Refer to operator’s manual to install ballast.

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