Chamberlain 4090
The Chamberlain 4090 is a tractor produced by Chamberlain. It is equipped with a 359 ci 5.9 L engine. The listed engine power is Diesel (net): 100.5 hp / 74.9 kW. Transmission: Hi-Lo. Drive type: 4x2 2WD. Operating weight: 11671 to 12302 pounds.
Overview
![]() | 1985 - 1986
90 SeriesRow-Crop tractor
90 Series
Row-Crop tractor |
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Production | |
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Manufacturer | Chamberlain (a part of John Deere) |
Row-Crop tractor | |
Built in Welshpool, Australia | |
Total built | 510 |
Chamberlain 4090 Engine | |
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John Deere 5.9L 6-cyl diesel | |
Engine details ... |
Chamberlain 4090 Transmission | |
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12-speed partial power shift | |
Transmission details ... |
Chamberlain 4090 Power | |
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Engine (net) | 100.5 hp
74.9 kW |
PTO (claimed) | 94 hp
70.1 kW |
Mechanical | |
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Drive | 4x2 2WD |
4x4 MFWD 4WD (optional) | |
Steering | hydrostatic power |
Hydraulic wet disc brakes | |
Cab standard with air-conditioning. | |
Capacity | |
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Fuel | 57.3 gal
216.9 L |
Hydraulic system | 7.2 gal
27.3 L |
Hydraulics | |
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Type | open center |
Capacity | 7.2 gal
27.3 L |
Pressure | 2500 psi
172.4 bar |
Valves | 4 (max) |
3 (with 3pt) | |
Total flow | 15.6 gpm
59.0 lpm |
Tractor hitch | |
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Rear Type | II |
Control | top-link sensing |
Rear lift (at 24"/610mm) | 5,355 lbs
2429 kg |
6,517 lbs (optional)
2956 kg | |
Power Take-off (PTO) | |
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Rear PTO | independent |
Clutch | hydraulic disc |
Rear PTO Type | 540 |
1000 (optional) | |
Dimensions & Tires | |
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2WD fixed Wheelbase | 104.2 inches
264 cm |
104.9 inches (2WD)
266 cm | |
112.4 inches (4WD)
285 cm | |
Weight | 11671 to 12302 pounds |
Front tire | 11.00x16 |
Rear tire | 23.1x34 (2WD) |
Full dimensions and tires ... | |
Electrical | |
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Charging system | alternator |
Charging amps | 55 |
Batteries | 2 |
Battery volts | 6 |
References | |
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John Deere Tractors Worldwide by Don Macmillan | |
90 Series Tractors published in 1985, by Chamberlain |
Engine
Engine Detail — 359 ci / 5.9 L Diesel
Manufacturer | John Deere |
Fuel Type | Diesel |
Configuration | 6-cylinder, liquid-cooled |
Displacement | 359 ci
5.9 L |
Bore/Stroke | 4.19x4.33 inches
106 x 110 mm |
Power (net) | 100.5 hp
74.9 kW |
Air cleaner | dry with safety element |
Compression | 16.8:1 |
Rated RPM | 2200 |
Idle RPM | 800-2375 |
Torque | 276.6 lb-ft
375.1 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1300 |
Starter volts | 12 |
Oil capacity | 12 qts
11.4 L |
Coolant capacity | 20 qts
18.9 L |
Transmission
Transmission — Hi-Lo
Transmission | Hi-Lo |
Type | partial power shift |
Gears | 12 forward and 4 reverse |
Clutch | 14-inch dry disc |
Oil capacity | 45.4 qts
43.0 L |
Three gears (1-3) in two ranges (Slow-Fast) with hydraulic Hi-Lo power shift. Range shifts are synchronized with the clutch. Tractor must be stopped to shift gears (1-3 and R). | |
With 23.1x34 rear tires. | |
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Dimensions
Chamberlain 4090 Tires | |
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Standard tires (ag) | Front: 11.00x16. Rear: 23.1x34 (2WD) |
Front: 14.9x28. Rear: 23.1x34 (4WD) | |
Dimensions | |
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2WD fixed Wheelbase | 104.2 inches
264 cm |
104.9 inches (2WD)
266 cm | |
112.4 inches (4WD)
285 cm | |
Shipping weight | 11,671 lbs (2WD)
5293 kg |
12,302 lbs (4WD)
5580 kg | |
2WD Clearance (front axle) | 19.1 inches
48 cm |
4WD Clearance (front axle) | 21.6 inches
54 cm |
Front tread | 58.3 to 78 inches
148 to 198 cm (2WD) |
Front tread | 64 inches
162 cm (2WD) |
Front tread | 68.2 to 83.9 inches
173 to 213 cm (4WD) |
Rear tread | 62.2 to 97.6 inches
157 to 247 cm |
Photos
Recommended Implements & Sizing Guide
Engineering recommendations for Chamberlain 4090 based on its 100.5 HP power envelope and ASAE agricultural standards.
| Implement & Operation | Recommended Size | Workload Rating | Engineering Notes |
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Moldboard PlowPrimary Tillage | 4 to 5 Bottom (16-18")4 - 5 铧 (40-45 cm) | Heavy Duty | Heavy primary tillage; semi-mounted hitch recommended. |
Rotary Cutter / MowerMowing & Clearing | 10 to 12 ft Flex-Wing3.0 - 3.6 m 折叠双翼 | Heavy Duty | Wide swath pasture and crop residue shredding. |
Rotary TillerSeedbed Prep | 90 to 120 in Heavy Duty230 - 300 cm 重型旋耕机 | Commercial / Field Scale | Deep intensive seedbed preparation for commercial row crops. |
Disc HarrowSecondary Tillage | 10 to 14 ft Tandem / Offset3.0 - 4.2 m 重型交错耙 | Heavy Duty | Aggressive residue cutting in corn/cotton stubble. |
Hay BalerHay & Forage | 5x6 Round Baler or 3x3 Mid Square1.5x1.8 m 大圆捆或中型方捆机 | Heavy Duty | High density baling; requires minimum 85 PTO HP. |
Fluids, Capacities & Working Autonomy
Standard fluid requirements, service intervals, and continuous runtime estimates for Chamberlain 4090.
Estimated Continuous Field Runtime: 11 hrs
Approximately 11 hours of continuous field operation at ~75% rated power on a full tank (57.3 gal / 216.9 L).
Engine Crankcase Oil
Transmission & Hydraulic System
Engine Cooling System
Chamberlain 4090 Specification Unit Converter
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