john deere 2840
![]() | 1977 - 1979
Utility tractor | 1977 - 1979 | Utility tractor |
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1977 - 1979 | |||
Utility tractor |
1977 - 1979 | |
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Utility tractor |
Production | |
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Manufacturer | John Deere |
Utility tractor | |
Built in Mannheim, Baden-Württemberg, Germany | |
Original price was $17,000 in 1979 |
Variants | |
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3130 | similar John Deere model |
John Deere 2840 Engine | |
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John Deere 5.4L 6-cyl diesel | |
Engine details ... ![]() |
John Deere 2840 Transmissions | |
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12-speed two-speed power shift | |
6-speed | |
Transmission details ... ![]() |
John Deere 2840 Power | |
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Drawbar (tested) | 64.86 hp
48.4 kW |
PTO (tested) | 80.65 hp
60.1 kW |
Performance test details ... ![]() |
Mechanical | |
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Two-wheel drive | |
Final drives | planetary |
Differential lock | mechanical rear |
Steering | power assist |
Differential hydraulic wet disc brakes | |
Open operator station. Two-post Roll-Gard ROPS optional. |
Photos | |
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John Deere 2840 photos... ![]() |
Capacity | |
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Fuel | 28 gal
106.0 L |
Hydraulic system | 12.9 gal
48.8 L |
Hydraulics | |
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Type | closed center |
Capacity | 12.9 gal
48.8 L |
Valves | 2 |
Pump flow | 23 gpm
87.1 lpm |
Tractor hitch | |
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Rear Type | II |
Control | draft sensing |
Power Take-off (PTO) | |
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Rear PTO | independent |
Clutch | hydraulic 300mm disc |
Rear PTO Type | 540/1000 |
Dimensions & Tires | |
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Wheelbase | 97 inches
246 cm |
Weight | 8700 lbs
3946 kg |
Front tire | 7.50-18 |
Rear tire | 18.4-34 |
Full dimensions and tires ... ![]() |
John Deere 2840 attachments | |
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front-end loader | |
Attachment details ... ![]() |
2840 Serial Number Location | |
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Serial number plate on the right side of the 2840 frame, above the front axle. |
2840 Serial Numbers | |
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1977 | 214909 |
1978 | 264711 |
1979 | 304654 |
FAQ: How to read a serial number table. |
Electrical | |
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Ground | negative |
Charging system | alternator |
Batteries | 2 |
Battery volts | 12 |
References | |
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Tractors 40 to 80 hp published in 1976, by John Deere | |
Tractors 40 to 80 hp published in 1977, by John Deere |
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