John Deere 40C
The John Deere 40C is a tractor produced by John Deere. It is equipped with a 100.7 ci 1.7 L engine. The listed engine power is Diesel (gross): 38 hp / 28.3 kW. Transmission: 12 forward and reverse. Operating weight: 3351 lbs 1520 kg.
Engine Power
Diesel (gross): 38 hp / 28.3 kW
Fuel & Capacities
10.6 gal
40.1 L
Transmission
12 forward and reverse
Operating Weight
3351 lbs
1520 kg
Overview
 | 2005 - 2015
Milenio C SeriesCompact Utility tractorGoldini built
Milenio C Series
Compact Utility tractor
Goldini built |
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Production | |
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Distributor | John Deere |
Manufacturer | Goldini |
Compact Utility tractor | |
Built in Italy | |
John Deere 40C Engine | |
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Lombardini 1.7L 3-cyl diesel | |
Fuel tank | 10.6 gal
40.1 L |
Engine details ...  | |
John Deere 40C Transmission | |
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12-speed synchronized | |
Transmission details ...  |
John Deere 40C Power | |
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Engine (gross) | 38 hp
28.3 kW |
Mechanical | |
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Four-wheel drive | |
Power steering | |
Hydraulic wet disc brakes | |
Two-post mid-mount folding ROPS. |
Hydraulics | |
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Pressure | 2176 psi
150.0 bar |
Pump flow | 8.7 gpm
32.9 lpm |
Tractor hitch | |
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Rear Type | I/IN |
Rear lift (at ends) | 3086 lbs
1399 kg |
Rear lift (at 24"/610mm) | 2205 lbs
1000 kg |
Power Take-off (PTO) | |
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Rear PTO | independent |
Rear PTO Type | 540/1000 |
Engine RPM | 540@2520 |
1000@2620 | |
Dimensions & Tires | |
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Wheelbase | 63.6 inches
161 cm |
Weight | 3351 lbs
1520 kg |
Front tire | 200/70R16 |
Rear tire | 320/70R24 |
Full dimensions and tires ...  | |
Electrical | |
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Ground | negative |
Charging system | alternator |
Charging amps | 45 |
Battery volts | 12 |
Engine
Engine Detail — 100.7 ci / 1.7 L Diesel
Manufacturer | Lombardini LDW 1603 |
Fuel Type | Diesel |
Configuration | 3-cylinder, liquid-cooled |
Displacement | 100.7 ci
1.7 L |
Bore/Stroke | 3.46x3.56 inches
88 x 90 mm |
Rated Power (gross) | 38 hp
28.3 kW |
Fuel system | indirect injection |
Air cleaner | dry |
Rated RPM | 2800 |
Torque | 76.7 lb-ft
104.0 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1650 |
Starter | electric |
Starter volts | 12 |
Oil capacity | 4.2 qts
4.0 L |
Coolant capacity | 6.3 qts
6.0 L |
Transmission
Transmission — 12 forward and reverse synchronized
Type | synchronized |
Gears | 12 forward and reverse |
Clutch | mechanical dry disc |
Oil capacity | 25.4 qts
24.0 L |
Dimensions
John Deere 40C Tires | |
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Standard tires (ag) | Front: 200/70R16. Rear: 320/70R24 |
Dimensions | |
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Wheelbase | 63.6 inches
161 cm |
Length | 120.8 inches
306 cm |
Width | 43.4 inches*Minimum width
110 cm |
Height (ROPS) | 78.7 inches
199 cm |
Weight | 3351 lbs
1520 kg |
Front tread | 33.4 to 47.5 inches
84 to 120 cm |
Rear tread | 35.1 to 49.9 inches
89 to 126 cm |
Recommended Implements & Sizing Guide
Engineering recommendations for John Deere 40C based on its 38 HP power envelope and ASAE agricultural standards.
| Implement & Operation | Recommended Size | Workload Rating | Engineering Notes |
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Moldboard PlowPrimary Tillage | 2 to 3 Bottom (14-16")2 - 3 铧 (35-40 cm) | Medium Duty | Standard utility farm tillage. |
Rotary Cutter / MowerMowing & Clearing | 5 ft (60 in)1.5 m | Medium Duty | Pasture maintenance and weeds up to 1.5" diameter. |
Rotary TillerSeedbed Prep | 54 to 60 in135 - 150 cm | Medium Duty | Thorough seedbed preparation in orchards and vegetable plots. |
Disc HarrowSecondary Tillage | 5 to 6 ft (16-18" discs)1.5 - 1.8 m (40-45 cm 耙片) | Light Duty | Small acreage soil break-up and secondary aeration. |
Hay BalerHay & Forage | Small Square Baler (14x18")小方捆打捆机 (36x46 cm) | Medium Duty | Classic 2-string baler for horse and small livestock hay. |
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 40C.
Estimated Continuous Field Runtime: 5.4 hrs
Approximately 5.4 hours of continuous field operation at ~75% rated power on a full tank (10.6 gal / 40.1 L).
Estimated 75% Load Fuel Burn~2 gal/hr (7.5 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 40C Specification Unit Converter
Convert power, fluid capacities, and operating weights between metric and imperial standards for John Deere 40C.
Converted Equivalents:
Horsepower (HP)38 hp
Kilowatts (kW)28.3 kW
Metric Horsepower (PS / CV)38.5 PS
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