TAFE 3840
The TAFE 3840 is a tractor produced by Tafe. It is equipped with a 152.6 ci 2.5 L engine. The listed engine power is Diesel (listed): 38 hp / 28.3 kW. Transmission: sliding mesh. Operating weight: 3,858 lbs 1749 kg.
Engine Power
Diesel (listed): 38 hp / 28.3 kW
Fuel & Capacities
11.6 gal
43.9 L
Transmission
sliding mesh
Operating Weight
3,858 lbs
1749 kg
Overview
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Production | |
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Manufacturer | TAFE |
Built in India | |
TAFE 3840 Engine | |
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2.5L 3-cyl diesel | |
Fuel tank | 11.6 gal
43.9 L |
Engine details ...  | |
TAFE 3840 Transmission | |
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8-speed | |
Transmission details ...  |
TAFE 3840 Power | |
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Engine | 38 hp
28.3 kW |
Mechanical | |
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Steering | hydrostatic power |
Drum brakes | |
Hydraulics | |
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Valves | 3 |
Total flow | 4.2 gpm
15.9 lpm |
Tractor hitch | |
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Rear lift | 2425.1 lbs
1100 kg |
Power Take-off (PTO) | |
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Rear PTO Type | 540 |
Dimensions & Tires | |
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Wheelbase | 77 inches
195 cm |
Weight | 3,858 lbs
1749 kg |
Front tire | 6.00x16 |
Rear tire | 12.4x28 |
Full dimensions and tires ...  | |
Electrical | |
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Charging amps | 36 |
Battery volts | 12 |
Engine
Engine Detail — 152.6 ci / 2.5 L Diesel
Manufacturer | S325.3 |
Fuel Type | Diesel |
Configuration | 3-cylinder, liquid-cooled |
Displacement | 152.6 ci
2.5 L |
Bore/Stroke | 3.598x5.00 inches
91 x 127 mm |
Power | 38 hp
28.3 kW |
Air cleaner | dry |
Rated RPM | 2000 |
Torque | 112.1 lb-ft
152.0 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1200 |
Oil capacity | 6 qts
5.7 L |
Coolant capacity | 10.4 qts
9.8 L |
Transmission
Transmission — sliding mesh
Transmission | sliding mesh |
Gears | 8 forward and 2 reverse |
Dimensions
TAFE 3840 Tires | |
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Ag front | 6.00x16 |
Ag rear | 12.4x28 |
Dimensions | |
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Wheelbase | 77 inches
195 cm |
Length | 126 inches
320 cm |
Width | 63.8 inches
162 cm |
Height | 88.6 inches
225 cm |
Weight | 3,858 lbs
1749 kg |
Ground clearance | 12.6 inches
32 cm |
Photos
TAFE 3840 tractor photo
Recommended Implements & Sizing Guide
Engineering recommendations for Tafe 3840 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 Tafe 3840.
Estimated Continuous Field Runtime: 5.9 hrs
Approximately 5.9 hours of continuous field operation at ~75% rated power on a full tank (11.6 gal / 43.9 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
Tafe 3840 Specification Unit Converter
Convert power, fluid capacities, and operating weights between metric and imperial standards for Tafe 3840.
Converted Equivalents:
Horsepower (HP)38 hp
Kilowatts (kW)28.3 kW
Metric Horsepower (PS / CV)38.5 PS
Direct Competitor Comparison
Compare TAFE 3840 against same-era industry alternatives in the same horsepower class.
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Engine Power:Diesel (listed): 38 hp / 28.3 kW
★ Baseline Reference
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Production Years:1940 - 1969