John Deere 4240
The John Deere 4240 is a tractor produced by John Deere. It is equipped with a 466 ci 7.6 L engine. The listed engine power is Diesel (net): 126.1 hp / 94.0 kW; Diesel (gross): 134.1 hp / 100.0 kW. Transmission: Syncro-Range Creeper. Drive type: 4x2 2WD. Operating weight: 11265 lbs 5109 kg.
Engine Power
Diesel (net): 126.1 hp / 94.0 kW; Diesel (gross): 134.1 hp / 100.0 kW
Drive & Traction
4x2 2WD
Fuel & Capacities
37 gal
140.0 L
Transmission
Syncro-Range Creeper
Operating Weight
11265 lbs
5109 kg
Overview
![]() | 1977 - 1984
4040 SeriesRow-Crop tractor
4040 Series
Row-Crop tractor |
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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 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. | |
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 ... | |
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 |
Engine
Engine Detail — 466 ci / 7.6 L Diesel
Manufacturer | John Deere |
Fuel Type | Diesel |
Configuration | 6-cylinder, liquid-cooled |
Displacement | 466 ci
7.6 L |
Bore/Stroke | 4.56x4.75 inches
116 x 121 mm |
Power (net) | 126.1 hp
94.0 kW |
Power (gross) | 134.1 hp
100.0 kW |
Fuel system | direct injection |
Compression | 17.5:1 |
Rated RPM | 2200 |
Idle RPM | 810-2380 |
Operating RPM | 1500-2200 |
Torque | 346.7 lb-ft
470.1 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 |
Starter | electric |
Starter volts | 12 |
Transmission
Transmission options | |
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16-speed partial power shift | |
8-speed partially synchronized | |
8-speed full power shift | |
13-speed creeper |
Transmission — Quad-Range
Transmission | Quad-Range |
Type | partial power shift |
Gears | 16 forward and 6 reverse |
Clutch | hydraulic wet disc |
With 18.4-38 rear tires. | |
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Transmission — Syncro-Range
Transmission | Syncro-Range |
Type | partially synchronized |
Gears | 8 forward and 2 reverse |
Clutch | hydraulic wet disc |
With 18.4-38 rear tires. | |
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Transmission — Power Shift
Transmission | Power Shift |
Type | full power shift |
Gears | 8 forward and 4 reverse |
Clutch | hydraulic wet discs |
With 18.4-38 rear tires. | |
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Transmission — Syncro-Range Creeper
Transmission | Syncro-Range Creeper |
Type | creeper |
Gears | 13 forward and 4 reverse |
Clutch | hydraulic wet disc |
With 18.4-38 rear tires. | |
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Dimensions
John Deere 4240 Tires | |
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Ag front | 11.00-16 |
Ag rear | 18.4-38 |
Ag front | 10.00-16 |
Ag rear | 16.9-38 |
20.8-38 | |
Dimensions | |
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Wheelbase | 106.7 inches
271 cm |
Length | 179.2 inches
455 cm |
Height (cab) | 115 inches
292 cm |
Shipping weight | 11265 lbs
5109 kg |
Clearance (front axle) | 21.3 inches
54 cm |
Clearance (rear axle) | 27 inches
68 cm |
Clearance (drawbar) | 14.3 inches
36 cm |
Rack-and-pinion rear axle | 3.39 by 92 inches
86 by 2336 mm |
Rack-and-pinion rear axle | 3.39 by 96 inches
86 by 2438 mm |
Rack-and-pinion rear axle | 3.39 by 109 inches
86 by 2768 mm |
Rack-and-pinion rear axle | 3.39 by 113 inches
86 by 2870 mm |
Front tread | 53.5 to 74 inches
135 to 187 cm |
Fluids, Capacities & Working Autonomy
Standard fluid requirements, service intervals, and continuous runtime estimates for John Deere 4240.
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 4240 Specification Unit Converter
Convert power, fluid capacities, and operating weights between metric and imperial standards for John Deere 4240.
Converted Equivalents:
Horsepower (HP)0 hp
Kilowatts (kW)0 kW
Metric Horsepower (PS / CV)0 PS
Direct Competitor Comparison
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