Chamberlain 4290

The Chamberlain 4290 is a tractor produced by Chamberlain. It is equipped with a 359 ci 5.9 L engine. The listed engine power is Diesel (net): 118 hp / 88.0 kW. Transmission: Hi-Lo. Drive type: 4x2 2WD. Operating weight: 13228 to 13785 pounds.

Engine Power

Diesel (net): 118 hp / 88.0 kW

Drive & Traction

4x2 2WD

Fuel & Capacities

87.2 gal 330.1 L

Transmission

Hi-Lo

Operating Weight

13228 to 13785 pounds

Overview

	1985 - 1986 90 SeriesRow-Crop tractor 90 Series Row-Crop tractor

Production
Manufacturer	Chamberlain (a part of John Deere)
Row-Crop tractor
Built in Welshpool, Australia
Total built	270

Chamberlain 4290 Engine
John Deere 5.9L 6-cyl diesel
Engine details ...

Chamberlain 4290 Transmission
12-speed partial power shift
Transmission details ...

Chamberlain 4290 Power
Engine (net)	118 hp 88.0 kW
PTO (claimed)	110 hp 82.0 kW

Mechanical
Drive	4x2 2WD
	4x4 MFWD 4WD (optional)
Steering	hydrostatic power
Hydraulic wet disc brakes
Cab standard with air-conditioning.

Capacity
Fuel	87.2 gal 330.1 L
Hydraulic system	7.2 gal 27.3 L

Hydraulics
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
Rear Type	II
Control	top-link sensing
Rear lift (at 24"/610mm)	6,517 lbs 2956 kg
	7,681 lbs (optional) 3484 kg

Power Take-off (PTO)
Rear PTO	independent
Clutch	hydraulic disc
Rear PTO Type	540
	1000 (optional)

Dimensions & Tires
2WD fixed Wheelbase	113.5 inches 288 cm
2WD Wheelbase	114.3 inches 290 cm
4WD Wheelbase	115 inches 292 cm
Weight	13228 to 13785 pounds
Front tire	11.00x16
Rear tire	24.5x32 (2WD)
Full dimensions and tires ...

Electrical
Charging system	alternator
Charging amps	55
Batteries	2
Battery volts	6

References

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
Configuration	turbocharged diesel, 6-cylinder, liquid-cooled
Displacement	359 ci 5.9 L
Bore/Stroke	4.19x4.33 inches 106 x 110 mm
Power (net)	118 hp 88.0 kW
Air cleaner	dry with safety element
Compression	16.8:1
Rated RPM	2200
Idle RPM	800-2375
Torque	324.5 lb-ft 440.0 Nm
Torque RPM	1400
Starter volts	12
Oil capacity	18 qts 17.0 L
Coolant capacity	24.5 qts 23.2 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	40.1 qts 38.0 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 24.5x32 rear tires.

Dimensions

Chamberlain 4290 Tires
Standard tires (ag)	Front: 11.00x16. Rear: 24.5x32 (2WD)
	Front: 14.9x26. Rear: 24.5x32 (4WD)

Dimensions
2WD fixed Wheelbase	113.5 inches 288 cm
2WD Wheelbase	114.3 inches 290 cm
4WD Wheelbase	115 inches 292 cm
2WD Shipping weight	13,228 lbs 6000 kg
4WD Shipping weight	13,785 lbs 6252 kg
2WD Clearance (front axle)	17.6 inches 44 cm
4WD Clearance (front axle)	21.6 inches 54 cm
Front tread	64 inches 162 cm (2WD)
Front tread	58.3 to 78 inches 148 to 198 cm (2WD)
Front tread	68.4 to 83.5 inches 173 to 212 cm (4WD)
Rear tread	62.6 to 98.4 inches 159 to 249 cm

Photos

Chamberlain 4290 tractor photo

Recommended Implements & Sizing Guide

Engineering recommendations for Chamberlain 4290 based on its 118 HP power envelope and ASAE agricultural standards.

Implement & Operation	Recommended Size	Workload Rating	Engineering Notes
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.

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 Chamberlain 4290.

Estimated Continuous Field Runtime: 14.2 hrs

Approximately 14.2 hours of continuous field operation at ~75% rated power on a full tank (87.2 gal / 330.1 L).

Estimated 75% Load Fuel Burn~6.1 gal/hr (23.2 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