Steyr 540
The Steyr 540 is a tractor produced by Steyr. It is equipped with a 143.7 ci 2.4 L engine. The listed engine power is Diesel (listed): 40 hp / 29.8 kW. Transmission: gear. Operating weight: 4,675 lbs 2120 kg.
Engine Power
Diesel (listed): 40 hp / 29.8 kW
Fuel & Capacities
16.4 gal
62.1 L
Transmission
gear
Operating Weight
4,675 lbs
2120 kg
Overview
 | 1974 - 1977
Utility tractor |
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Production | |
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Manufacturer | Steyr |
Utility tractor | |
Built in Saint Valentin, Austria | |
Steyr 540 Engine | |
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Steyr 2.4L 3-cyl diesel | |
Fuel tank | 16.4 gal
62.1 L |
Engine details ...  | |
Steyr 540 Transmission | |
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8-speed | |
Transmission details ...  |
Steyr 540 Power | |
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Engine | 40 hp
29.8 kW |
Mechanical | |
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Two- or four-wheel drive | |
Manual steering | |
Open operator station. |
Hydraulics | |
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Total flow | 5.8 gpm
22.0 lpm |
Tractor hitch | |
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Rear lift | 2,976 lbs
1349 kg |
Power Take-off (PTO) | |
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Rear PTO Type | 540/1000 |
Dimensions & Tires | |
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Wheelbase | 76.8 inches
195 cm |
Weight | 4,675 lbs
2120 kg |
Front tire | 6.00-16 |
Rear tire | 12.4-28 |
Full dimensions and tires ...  | |
Engine
Engine Detail — 143.7 ci / 2.4 L Diesel
Manufacturer | Steyr WD 308.40 |
Fuel Type | Diesel |
Configuration | 3-cylinder, liquid-cooled |
Displacement | 143.7 ci
2.4 L |
Bore/Stroke | 3.94x3.94 inches
100 x 100 mm |
Power | 40 hp
29.8 kW |
Rated RPM | 2400 |
Torque | 113 lb-ft
153.2 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 |
Transmission
Transmission — gear
Transmission | gear |
Gears | 8 forward and 6 reverse |
Dimensions
Steyr 540 Tires | |
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Ag front | 6.00-16 |
Ag rear | 12.4-28 |
Ag front | 6.50-20 |
Ag rear | 12.4-28 |
Dimensions | |
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Wheelbase | 76.8 inches
195 cm |
Length | 131.1 inches
332 cm |
Height | 60.2 inches
152 cm |
Weight | 4,675 lbs
2120 kg |
Photos
1974 Steyr model 540 tractor
1974 Steyr model 540 tractor
Steyr 540 rear hitch
Recommended Implements & Sizing Guide
Engineering recommendations for Steyr 540 based on its 40 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 | 6 ft (72 in)1.8 m | Medium Duty | Medium pasture clearing; rear slip-clutch recommended. |
Rotary TillerSeedbed Prep | 66 to 72 in165 - 180 cm | Medium Duty | Standard utility tiller; slip clutch protection required. |
Disc HarrowSecondary Tillage | 7 to 8 ft Tandem Disc2.1 - 2.4 m 对开双排耙 | Medium Duty | Field leveling and clod breaking behind plows. |
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 Steyr 540.
Estimated Continuous Field Runtime: 7.9 hrs
Approximately 7.9 hours of continuous field operation at ~75% rated power on a full tank (16.4 gal / 62.1 L).
Estimated 75% Load Fuel Burn~2.1 gal/hr (7.9 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
Steyr 540 Specification Unit Converter
Convert power, fluid capacities, and operating weights between metric and imperial standards for Steyr 540.
Converted Equivalents:
Horsepower (HP)40 hp
Kilowatts (kW)29.8 kW
Metric Horsepower (PS / CV)40.6 PS
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