John Deere 2140
The John Deere 2140 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 (net): 80.5 hp / 60.0 kW; Diesel (gross): 89.9 hp / 67.0 kW. Transmission: Power Synchron. Operating weight: 7800 to 8700 pounds.
Engine Power
Diesel (net): 80.5 hp / 60.0 kW; Diesel (gross): 89.9 hp / 67.0 kW
Fuel & Capacities
22.4 gal
84.8 L
Transmission
Power Synchron
Operating Weight
7800 to 8700 pounds
Overview
![]() | 1980 - 1987
Utility tractor |
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Production | |
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Manufacturer | John Deere |
Utility tractor | |
Built in Mannheim, Baden-Württemberg, Germany | |
John Deere 2140 Engine | |
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John Deere 3.9L 4-cyl diesel | |
Engine details ... |
John Deere 2140 Power | |
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Engine (gross) | 89.9 hp
67.0 kW |
Engine (net) | 80.5 hp
60.0 kW |
PTO (claimed) | 72.4 hp
54.0 kW |
Mechanical | |
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Two- or four-wheel drive | |
Final drives | planetary |
Differential lock | mechanical rear |
Power steering | |
Wet disc brakes | |
Two-post ROPS. Sound-Gard cab optional. | |
Capacity | |
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Fuel | 22.4 gal
84.8 L |
Hydraulic system | 11 gal
41.6 L |
Hydraulics | |
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Type | closed center |
Capacity | 11 gal
41.6 L |
Pressure | 2466 psi
170.0 bar |
Valves | 1 to 3 |
Pump flow | 12.4 gpm
46.9 lpm |
Total flow | 10.3 gpm
39.0 lpm |
Tractor hitch | |
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Rear Type | I/II |
Rear lift | 7,850 lbs
3560 kg |
Power Take-off (PTO) | |
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Rear PTO | independent |
Rear PTO Type | 540/1000 |
Dimensions & Tires | |
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Wheelbase | 90.2 inches
229 cm |
Weight | 7800 to 8700 pounds |
Front tire | 10.00-16 |
Rear tire | 13.6-38 |
Full dimensions and tires ... | |
Electrical | |
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Ground | negative |
Charging system | alternator |
Charging amps | 55 |
Batteries | 2 |
Battery volts | 12 |
References | |
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Operator's Manual 145 Loader (OMW21474) | |
Den Nye 2140 published in 1980, by John Deere | |
2140 Tractor X-E Series published in 1984, by John Deere | |
New Profiles of Performance published in 1979, by John Deere | |
Move up to John Deere... published in 1981 |
Engine
Engine Detail — 239.2 ci / 3.9 L Diesel
Manufacturer | John Deere |
Configuration | turbocharged diesel, 4-cylinder, liquid-cooled |
Displacement | 239.2 ci
3.9 L |
Bore/Stroke | 4.19x4.33 inches
106 x 110 mm |
Power (net) | 80.5 hp
60.0 kW |
Power (gross) | 89.9 hp
67.0 kW |
Fuel system | direct injection |
Compression | 16.8:1 |
Rated RPM | 2500 |
Torque | 199 lb-ft
269.8 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 |
Starter volts | 12 |
Oil capacity | 8 qts
7.6 L |
Coolant capacity | 16 qts
15.1 L |
Transmission
Transmission options | |
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8-speed partially synchronized | |
16-speed two-speed power shift |
Transmission — 8 forward and 4 reverse partially synchronized
Type | partially synchronized |
Gears | 8 forward and 4 reverse |
Clutch | dry disc |
Four synchronized gears in two ranges. | |
With 18.4x34 rear tires. | |
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Transmission — Power Synchron
Transmission | Power Synchron |
Type | two-speed power shift |
Gears | 16 forward and 8 reverse |
Eight forward and four reverse with high/low shifter. | |
With 13.6/12-38 rear tires. | |
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Dimensions
John Deere 2140 Tires | |
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Ag front | 10.00-16 (2WD) |
11.2-28 (4WD) | |
13.6-24 (4WD) | |
Ag rear | 13.6-38 |
16.9-34 | |
Dimensions | |
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Wheelbase | 90.2 inches
229 cm |
Length | 155 inches
393 cm |
Height | 105 inches
266 cm |
2WD Weight | 7800 lbs
3538 kg |
4WD Weight | 8700 lbs
3946 kg |
4WD Ground clearance | 20.2 inches
51 cm |
2WD Ground clearance | 25.8 inches
65 cm |
Fluids, Capacities & Working Autonomy
Standard fluid requirements, service intervals, and continuous runtime estimates for John Deere 2140.
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 2140 Specification Unit Converter
Convert power, fluid capacities, and operating weights between metric and imperial standards for John Deere 2140.
Converted Equivalents:
Horsepower (HP)0 hp
Kilowatts (kW)0 kW
Metric Horsepower (PS / CV)0 PS
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