John Deere 1140

The John Deere 1140 is a tractor produced by John Deere. It is equipped with a 179 ci 2.9 L engine. The listed engine power is Diesel (listed): 55 hp / 41.0 kW; Diesel (listed): 4 hp / 3.0 kW. Transmission: Hi-Lo. Operating weight: 5300 lbs 2404 kg.

Engine Power
Diesel (listed): 55 hp / 41.0 kW; Diesel (listed): 4 hp / 3.0 kW
Fuel & Capacities
20.6 gal 78.0 L
Transmission
Hi-Lo
Operating Weight
5300 lbs 2404 kg

Overview

John Deere 1140 tractor photo
1980 - 1987 Utility tractor
Production
Manufacturer
John Deere
Utility tractor
Built in Mannheim, Baden-Württemberg, Germany
John Deere 1140 Engine
John Deere 2.9L 3-cyl diesel
Engine details ...
John Deere 1140 Power
Engine
55 hp 41.0 kW
PTO (claimed)
49.6 hp 37.0 kW
Mechanical
Two- or four-wheel drive
Steering
power
Hydraulic wet disc brakes
Four-post ROPS. Cab optional.
Capacity
Fuel
20.6 gal 78.0 L
Hydraulic system
14.5 gal 54.9 L
Hydraulics
Type
closed center constant pressure
Capacity
14.5 gal 54.9 L
Pressure
2466 psi 170.0 bar
Pump flow
12.4 gpm 46.9 lpm
Tractor hitch
Rear Type
II/I
Control
lower-link draft control
Rear lift
5291 lbs 2399 kg
Power Take-off (PTO)
Rear PTO
independent
Clutch
hydraulic disc
Rear PTO Type
540 (1.375)
Engine RPM
540@2400
Dimensions & Tires
Wheelbase
80.7 inches 204 cm
Weight
5300 lbs 2404 kg
Front tire
7.50-16
Rear tire
13.6-36 (2WD)
Full dimensions and tires ...
Electrical
Ground
negative
Charging system
alternator
Charging amps
55
Batteries
2
Battery volts
12
Battery AH
55
References
1140 references literature
Operator's Manual 145 Loader (OMW21474)
John Deere 1140 published in 1987
Move up to John Deere... published in 1981

Engine

Engine Detail — 179 ci / 2.9 L Diesel

Manufacturer
John Deere
Fuel Type
Diesel
Configuration
3-cylinder, liquid-cooled
Displacement
179 ci 2.9 L
Bore/Stroke
4.19x4.33 inches 106 x 110 mm
Power
55 hp 41.0 kW
Compression
16.8:1
Rated RPM
2500
Torque
136.4 lb-ft 185.0 Nm
Torque RPM
1400
Starter volts
12
Starter power
4 hp 3.0 kW
Oil capacity
7.4 qts 7.0 L
Coolant capacity
16.4 qts 15.5 L

Transmission

Transmission options
8-speed collar shift
16-speed two-speed power shift

Transmission — 8 forward and 4 reverse collar shift

Type
collar shift
Gears
8 forward and 4 reverse
Oil capacity
58.1 qts 55.0 L
With 13.6-36 rear tires.
1140  collar shift speeds

Transmission — Hi-Lo

Transmission
Hi-Lo
Type
two-speed power shift
Gears
16 forward and 8 reverse

Dimensions

John Deere 1140 Tires
Standard tires (ag)
Front: 7.50-16. Rear: 13.6-36 (2WD)
Front: 11.2-24. Rear: 13.6-36 (4WD)
Dimensions
Wheelbase
80.7 inches 204 cm
Length
138 inches 350 cm
Width
71.3 inches*Minimum 181 cm
Height (cab)
97.3 inches 247 cm
Height (exhaust)
104 inches 264 cm
Shipping weight
5300 lbs 2404 kg
Ground clearance
24.5 inches 62 cm
Front tread
49.6 to 81 inches 125 to 205 cm
Rear tread
59.1 to 78.7 inches 150 to 199 cm

Fluids, Capacities & Working Autonomy

Standard fluid requirements, service intervals, and continuous runtime estimates for John Deere 1140.

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

John Deere 1140 Specification Unit Converter

Convert power, fluid capacities, and operating weights between metric and imperial standards for John Deere 1140.

Converted Equivalents:

Horsepower (HP)0 hp
Kilowatts (kW)0 kW
Metric Horsepower (PS / CV)0 PS

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