Belarus T-40
The Belarus T-40 is a tractor produced by Belarus. It is equipped with a 253.2 ci 4.1 L engine. The listed engine power is Diesel (listed): 37 hp / 27.6 kW. Transmission: 12 forward and 2 reverse. Operating weight: 5223 to 5730 pounds.
Engine Power
Diesel (listed): 37 hp / 27.6 kW
Fuel & Capacities
19.6 gal
74.2 L
Transmission
12 forward and 2 reverse
Operating Weight
5223 to 5730 pounds
Overview
 | 1961 - 1968
Row-Crop tractor |
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Production | |
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Manufacturer | Belarus |
Row-Crop tractor | |
Built in Lipetsk, Russia | |
The T-40 series of tractors were manufactured in the Soviet Lipetsk Tractor Factory. TractorData lists this model under the Belarus brand name, most common in the West for Soviet tractors. | |
Variants | |
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T-40 | 2WD |
T-40A | 4WD |
Belarus T-40 Engine | |
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Vladimir 4.1L 4-cyl diesel | |
Engine details ...  |
Belarus T-40 Power | |
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Engine | 37 hp
27.6 kW |
Mechanical | |
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Two- or four-wheel drive | |
Manual steering | |
Cab standard. |
Capacity | |
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Fuel | 19.6 gal
74.2 L |
Aux. fuel | 0.8 gal (pony motor)
3.0 L |
Hydraulic system | 3.8 gal
14.4 L |
Hydraulics | |
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Capacity | 3.8 gal
14.4 L |
Power Take-off (PTO) | |
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Rear PTO Type | 540/ground |
Dimensions & Tires | |
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2WD Wheelbase | 84.5 inches
214 cm |
4WD Wheelbase | 88.6 inches
225 cm |
Weight | 5223 to 5730 pounds |
Front tire | 6.50-16 |
2WD Rear tire | 12.4/11-38 |
Full dimensions and tires ...  | |
Engine
Engine Detail — 253.2 ci / 4.1 L Diesel
Manufacturer | Vladimir D-37 |
Fuel Type | Diesel |
Configuration | 4-cylinder, air-cooled |
Displacement | 253.2 ci
4.1 L |
Bore/Stroke | 4.134x4.724 inches
105 x 120 mm |
Power | 37 hp
27.6 kW |
Rated RPM | 1600 |
Idle RPM | 800-1750 |
Starter | pony motor |
electric | |
Starter volts | 12 |
Oil capacity | 11.6 qts
11.0 L |
Transmission
Transmission options | |
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7-speed gear | |
12-speed creeper |
Transmission — 7 forward and 1 reverse gear
Type | gear |
Gears | 7 forward and 1 reverse |
Seven forward gears plus reverse. Russian literature refers to the lowest gear as "slow" and the next gear as "first". | |
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Transmission — 12 forward and 2 reverse creeper
Type | creeper |
Gears | 12 forward and 2 reverse |
Additional creeper range to the standard transmission. The two highest gears should not be used in creeper range. | |
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Dimensions
Belarus T-40 Tires | |
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2WD Standard tires (ag) | Front: 6.50-16. Rear: 12.4/11-38 |
4WD Standard tires (ag) | Front: 8.3/8-20. Rear: 12.4/11-38 |
Dimensions | |
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2WD Wheelbase | 84.5 inches
214 cm |
4WD Wheelbase | 88.6 inches
225 cm |
2WD Length | 144.1 inches
366 cm |
4WD Length | 151.4 inches
384 cm |
Width | 64 inches*Width at minimum tread.
162 cm |
Height (cab) | 93.3 inches
236 cm |
2WD Weight | 5223 lbs
2369 kg |
4WD Weight | 5730 lbs
2599 kg |
Clearance (front axle) | 21.3 inches
54 cm |
Clearance (rear axle) | 19.7 inches
50 cm |
Photos
Belarus T-40
Belarus T-40
Belarus T-40
Belarus T-40
Belarus T-40
Recommended Implements & Sizing Guide
Engineering recommendations for Belarus T-40 based on its 37 HP power envelope and ASAE agricultural standards.
| Implement & Operation | Recommended Size | Workload Rating | Engineering Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
Moldboard PlowPrimary Tillage | 2 to 3 Bottom (14-16")2 - 3 铧 (35-40 cm) | Medium Duty | Standard utility farm tillage. |
Rotary Cutter / MowerMowing & Clearing | 5 ft (60 in)1.5 m | Medium Duty | Pasture maintenance and weeds up to 1.5" diameter. |
Rotary TillerSeedbed Prep | 54 to 60 in135 - 150 cm | Medium Duty | Thorough seedbed preparation in orchards and vegetable plots. |
Disc HarrowSecondary Tillage | 5 to 6 ft (16-18" discs)1.5 - 1.8 m (40-45 cm 耙片) | Light Duty | Small acreage soil break-up and secondary aeration. |
Hay BalerHay & Forage | Small Square Baler (14x18")小方捆打捆机 (36x46 cm) | Medium Duty | Classic 2-string baler for horse and small livestock hay. |
Sizing & Soil Condition NoteActual implement sizing varies depending on local soil conditions (heavy clay vs sandy loam), field slope, and operating speed. Heavy tillage implements may require front ballast weights and wheel weights.
Fluids, Capacities & Working Autonomy
Standard fluid requirements, service intervals, and continuous runtime estimates for Belarus T-40.
Estimated Continuous Field Runtime: 10.2 hrs
Approximately 10.2 hours of continuous field operation at ~75% rated power on a full tank (19.6 gal / 74.2 L).
Estimated 75% Load Fuel Burn~1.9 gal/hr (7.3 L/hr)
Engine Crankcase Oil
SAE 15W-40 (Heavy Duty Diesel)
Standard Spec: API CK-4 / CJ-4 Heavy Duty
Service Interval: 150 – 250 Hours
Transmission & Hydraulic System
UTTO (Universal Tractor Transmission Oil)
Standard Spec: ISO VG 46 / 68 (Wet Brake & Trans Compatible)
Service Interval: 600 – 1000 Hours
Engine Cooling System
50/50 Ethylene Glycol Pre-mix
Standard Spec: ASTM D6210 / Heavy-Duty OAT Antifreeze
Service Interval: 2 Years / 1500 Hours
Belarus T-40 Specification Unit Converter
Convert power, fluid capacities, and operating weights between metric and imperial standards for Belarus T-40.
Converted Equivalents:
Horsepower (HP)37 hp
Kilowatts (kW)27.6 kW
Metric Horsepower (PS / CV)37.5 PS
Direct Competitor Comparison
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