John Deere 2040
The John Deere 2040 is a tractor produced by John Deere. It is equipped with a 239.2 ci 3.9 L engine. The listed engine power is Diesel (listed): 70 hp / 52.2 kW. Transmission: 16 forward and 8 reverse. Operating weight: 6536 to 7771 pounds.
Engine Power
Diesel (listed): 70 hp / 52.2 kW
Fuel & Capacities
25.1 gal
95.0 L
Transmission
16 forward and 8 reverse
Operating Weight
6536 to 7771 pounds
Overview
 | 1979 - 1987
Utility tractor |
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Production | |
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Manufacturer | John Deere |
Utility tractor | |
Built in Mannheim, Baden-Württemberg, Germany | |
The European-market John Deere 2040 was unrelated to the earlier North American 2040, being closer to the American 50-series tractors. | |
John Deere 2040 Engine | |
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John Deere 3.9L 4-cyl diesel | |
Engine details ...  |
John Deere 2040 Power | |
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Engine | 70 hp
52.2 kW |
PTO (claimed) | 61 hp
45.5 kW |
Mechanical | |
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Two- or four-wheel drive | |
Power steering | |
Hydraulic disc brakes | |
Open operator station. Cab optional. SoundGard (SG2) cab available after 1981. |
Capacity | |
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Fuel | 25.1 gal
95.0 L |
Hydraulic system | 14.5 gal
54.9 L |
Hydraulics | |
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Type | closed center |
Capacity | 14.5 gal
54.9 L |
Pressure | 2466 psi
170.0 bar |
Pump flow | 12.42 gpm
47.0 lpm |
Tractor hitch | |
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Rear Type | II |
Rear lift | 6768 lbs
3069 kg |
Power Take-off (PTO) | |
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Rear PTO | independent |
Clutch | hydraulic |
Rear PTO Type | 540 |
1000 OptOptional | |
Engine RPM | 540@2400 |
Dimensions & Tires | |
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2WD Wheelbase | 89.7 inches
227 cm |
4WD Wheelbase | 90 inches
228 cm |
Weight | 6536 to 7771 pounds |
Front tire | 7.50-18 |
2WD Rear tire | 13.6/12-38 |
Full dimensions and tires ...  | |
Electrical | |
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Ground | negative |
Charging system | alternator |
Charging amps | 55 |
Battery volts | 12 |
Battery AH | 55 |
References | |
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Operator's Manual 1640, 1840 and 2040 Tractors published by John Deere | |
The New 2040 published in 1979, by John Deere | |
Tracteur 2040 gamme X-E published in 1984, by John Deere |
Engine
Engine Detail — 239.2 ci / 3.9 L Diesel
Manufacturer | John Deere |
Fuel Type | Diesel |
Configuration | 4-cylinder, liquid-cooled |
Displacement | 239.2 ci
3.9 L |
Bore/Stroke | 4.19x4.33 inches
106 x 110 mm |
Power | 70 hp
52.2 kW |
Compression | 16.8:1 |
Rated RPM | 2500 |
Operating RPM | 1300-2500 |
Starter volts | 12 |
Oil capacity | 9 qts
8.5 L |
Coolant capacity | 19 qts
18.0 L |
Transmission
Transmission options | |
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8-speed partially synchronized | |
16-speed |
Transmission — 8 forward and 4 reverse partially synchronized
Type | partially synchronized |
Gears | 8 forward and 4 reverse |
Oil capacity | 58.1 qts
55.0 L |
Four synchronized gears in two ranges (low/high) plus reverse range. | |
With 13.6/12-38 rear tires. | |
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Transmission — 16 forward and 8 reverse
Gears | 16 forward and 8 reverse |
Hydraulically-shifted high-low added to base transmission. | |
With 13.6/12-38 rear tires. | |
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Dimensions
John Deere 2040 Tires | |
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2WD Standard tires (ag) | Front: 7.50-18. Rear: 13.6/12-38 |
4WD Standard tires (ag) | Front: 11.2-28. Rear: 13.6/12-38 |
Dimensions | |
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2WD Wheelbase | 89.7 inches
227 cm |
4WD Wheelbase | 90 inches
228 cm |
2WD Length | 147.1 inches
373 cm |
4WD Length | 154.5 inches
392 cm |
Width | 81.5 inches
207 cm |
Height (cab) | 104.7 inches
265 cm |
Height (exhaust) | 115.2 inches
292 cm |
2WD Clearance (front axle) | 25 inches
63 cm |
4WD Clearance (front axle) | 16.9 inches
42 cm |
2WD Front tread | 53.5 to 79.1 inches
135 to 200 cm |
4WD Front tread | 59.1 to 79.1 inches
150 to 200 cm |
Rear tread | 59.1 to 78.7 inches
150 to 199 cm |
John Deere 2040 Weight | |
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2WD ROPS | 6536 lbs
2964 kg |
4WD ROPS | 7286 lbs
3304 kg |
2WD Cab | 7143 lbs
3240 kg |
4WD Cab | 7771 lbs
3524 kg |
Recommended Implements & Sizing Guide
Engineering recommendations for John Deere 2040 based on its 70 HP power envelope and ASAE agricultural standards.
| Implement & Operation | Recommended Size | Workload Rating | Engineering Notes |
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Moldboard PlowPrimary Tillage | 3 to 4 Bottom (16")3 - 4 铧 (40 cm) | Heavy Duty | Suitable for medium loam and stubble turnover. |
Rotary Cutter / MowerMowing & Clearing | 7 to 8 ft (84-96 in)2.1 - 2.4 m | Heavy Duty | Heavy-duty twin spindle cutter for overgrown acreage. |
Rotary TillerSeedbed Prep | 78 to 84 in200 - 215 cm | Heavy Duty | Heavy commercial tiller with multi-speed gearbox. |
Disc HarrowSecondary Tillage | 7 to 8 ft Tandem Disc2.1 - 2.4 m 对开双排耙 | Medium Duty | Field leveling and clod breaking behind plows. |
Hay BalerHay & Forage | 4x4 to 4x5 Round Baler1.2x1.5 m 紧凑圆捆机 | Heavy Duty | Silage and dry hay; 540 RPM PTO with slip-clutch. |
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 John Deere 2040.
Estimated Continuous Field Runtime: 6.9 hrs
Approximately 6.9 hours of continuous field operation at ~75% rated power on a full tank (25.1 gal / 95 L).
Estimated 75% Load Fuel Burn~3.6 gal/hr (13.8 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
John Deere 2040 Specification Unit Converter
Convert power, fluid capacities, and operating weights between metric and imperial standards for John Deere 2040.
Converted Equivalents:
Horsepower (HP)70 hp
Kilowatts (kW)52.2 kW
Metric Horsepower (PS / CV)71 PS
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