john deere 4240
![]() | 1977 - 1984
4040 SeriesRow-Crop tractor | 1977 - 1984 | 4040 Series | Row-Crop tractor |
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1977 - 1984 | ||||
4040 Series | ||||
Row-Crop tractor |
1977 - 1984 | |
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4040 Series | |
Row-Crop tractor |
Production | |
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Manufacturer | John Deere |
Row-Crop tractor | |
Built in Mannheim, Baden-Württemberg, Germany |
John Deere 4240 Engine | |
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John Deere 7.6L 6-cyl diesel | |
Fuel tank | 37 gal
140.0 L |
Engine details ... ![]() |
John Deere 4240 Transmissions | |
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16-speed partial power shift | |
8-speed partially synchronized | |
8-speed full power shift | |
13-speed creeper | |
Transmission details ... ![]() |
John Deere 4240 Power | |
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Engine (gross) | 134.1 hp
100.0 kW |
Engine (net) | 126.1 hp
94.0 kW |
PTO (claimed) | 114 hp
85.0 kW |
Mechanical | |
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Drive | 4x2 2WD |
| 4x4 HFWD 4WD |
Final drives | planetary |
Differential lock | hydro-mechanical |
Power steering | |
Wet disc brakes | |
Sound-Gard cab standard. |
Photos | |
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John Deere 4240 photos... ![]() |
Hydraulics | |
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Type | closed center |
Pressure | 2250 psi
155.1 bar |
Pump flow | 25.4 gpm
96.1 lpm |
Tractor hitch | |
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Rear Type | II |
Control | position and draft control |
Rear lift | 10590 lbs
4803 kg |
Power Take-off (PTO) | |
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Rear PTO | independent |
Clutch | hydraulic wet disc |
Rear PTO Type | 540/1000 (1.375) |
Dimensions & Tires | |
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Wheelbase | 106.7 inches
271 cm |
Weight | 11265 lbs
5109 kg |
Front tire | 11.00-16 |
Rear tire | 18.4-38 |
Full dimensions and tires ... ![]() |
4240 Serial Number Location | |
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Serial number tag on the front right of the tractor frame, above the front axle. |
Electrical | |
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Ground | negative |
Charging system | alternator |
Charging amps | 55 |
Batteries | 2 |
Battery volts | 12 |
Battery AH | 88 |
References | |
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4040 4240 4440 4640 published in 1980, by John Deere | |
Product Information Manual published in 1977, by John Deere | |
Move up to John Deere... published in 1981 |
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