Chamberlain 4490
The Chamberlain 4490 is a tractor produced by Chamberlain. It is equipped with a 466 ci 7.6 L engine. The listed engine power is Diesel (net): 137 hp / 102.2 kW. Transmission: Hi-Lo. Drive type: 4x2 2WD. Operating weight: 13779 to 14319 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 | 250 |
Chamberlain 4490 Engine | |
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John Deere 7.6L 6-cyl diesel | |
Engine details ... |
Chamberlain 4490 Transmission | |
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12-speed partial power shift | |
Transmission details ... |
Chamberlain 4490 Power | |
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Engine (net) | 137 hp
102.2 kW |
PTO (claimed) | 129 hp
96.2 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 | 87.2 gal
330.1 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 | III/IIIN |
Control | top-link sensing |
Rear lift (at 24"/610mm) | 6,517 lbs
2956 kg |
7,681 lbs (optional)
3484 kg | |
Power Take-off (PTO) | |
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Rear PTO | independent |
Clutch | hydraulic disc |
Rear PTO Type | 1000 |
Dimensions & Tires | |
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2WD fixed Wheelbase | 113.5 inches
288 cm |
2WD Wheelbase | 114.3 inches
290 cm |
4WD Wheelbase | 115 inches
292 cm |
Weight | 13779 to 14319 pounds |
Front tire | 11.00x16 |
Rear tire | 24.5x32 (2WD) |
Full dimensions and tires ... | |
Electrical | |
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Charging system | alternator |
Charging amps | 70 |
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 — 466 ci / 7.6 L Diesel
Manufacturer | John Deere |
Configuration | turbocharged diesel, 6-cylinder, liquid-cooled |
Displacement | 466 ci
7.6 L |
Bore/Stroke | 4.57x4.75 inches
116 x 121 mm |
Power (net) | 137 hp
102.2 kW |
Air cleaner | dry with safety element |
Compression | 15.8:1 |
Rated RPM | 2200 |
Idle RPM | 800-2375 |
Torque | 390.9 lb-ft
530.1 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 |
Starter volts | 12 |
Oil capacity | 19 qts
18.0 L |
Coolant capacity | 25.6 qts
24.2 L |
Transmission
Transmission — Hi-Lo
Transmission | Hi-Lo |
Type | partial power shift |
Gears | 12 forward and 4 reverse |
Clutch | 15.5-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. | |
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Dimensions
Chamberlain 4490 Tires | |
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Standard tires (ag) | Front: 11.00x16. Rear: 24.5x32 (2WD) |
Front: 14.9x26. Rear: 24.5x32 (4WD) | |
Dimensions | |
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2WD fixed Wheelbase | 113.5 inches
288 cm |
2WD Wheelbase | 114.3 inches
290 cm |
4WD Wheelbase | 115 inches
292 cm |
2WD Shipping weight | 13,779 lbs
6250 kg |
4WD Shipping weight | 14,319 lbs
6495 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 |
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Recommended Implements & Sizing Guide
Engineering recommendations for Chamberlain 4490 based on its 137 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 | 15 to 22 ft Folding Disc4.5 - 6.7 m 折叠式圆盘耙 | Commercial / Field Scale | Wide commercial field leveling; requires hydraulic remotes. |
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 4490.
Estimated Continuous Field Runtime: 12.2 hrs
Approximately 12.2 hours of continuous field operation at ~75% rated power on a full tank (87.2 gal / 330.1 L).
Engine Crankcase Oil
Transmission & Hydraulic System
Engine Cooling System
Chamberlain 4490 Specification Unit Converter
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