Zetor 8040
The Zetor 8040 is a tractor produced by Zetor. It is equipped with a 254 ci 4.2 L engine. The listed engine power is Diesel (net): 78 hp / 58.2 kW; Diesel (gross): 82 hp / 61.1 kW. Transmission: 12 forward and reverse. Operating weight: 7840 to 8340 pounds.
Engine Power
Diesel (net): 78 hp / 58.2 kW; Diesel (gross): 82 hp / 61.1 kW
Fuel & Capacities
22 gal
83.3 L
Transmission
12 forward and reverse
Operating Weight
7840 to 8340 pounds
Overview
![]() | 2008 - 2011
Silver Series |
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Production | |
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Manufacturer | Zetor |
Built in Brno, Czech Republic | |
Variants | |
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8020 | 2WD |
8040 | 4WD |
Zetor 8040 Engine | |
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Zetor 4.2L 4-cyl diesel | |
ROPS Fuel tank | 22 gal
83.3 L |
Cab Fuel tank | 34 gal
128.7 L |
Engine details ... | |
Zetor 8040 Transmission | |
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12-speed synchronized | |
Transmission details ... |
Zetor 8040 Power | |
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Engine (gross) | 82 hp
61.1 kW |
Engine (net) | 78 hp
58.2 kW |
PTO (claimed) | 73 hp
54.4 kW |
Mechanical | |
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Four-wheel drive | |
Differential lock | mechanical rear |
limited-slip front | |
Power steering | |
Hydraulic wet disc brakes | |
Two-post folding ROPS. Cab optional with air-conditioning. | |
Hydraulics | |
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Type | open center |
Pressure | 2900 psi
200.0 bar |
Valves | 1 to 3 |
SCV flow | 14 gpm
53.0 lpm |
17 gpmOptOptional
64.3 lpm | |
Total flow | 20 gpm
75.7 lpm |
Steering flow | 6 gpm
22.7 lpm |
Tractor hitch | |
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Rear Type | II/I |
Control | position and draft control |
Rear lift (at ends) | 7600 lbs
3447 kg |
9150 lbsOptOptional
4150 kg | |
Power Take-off (PTO) | |
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Rear PTO | independent |
Clutch | mechanical |
Rear PTO Type | 540 (1.375) |
Dimensions & Tires | |
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Wheelbase | 89 inches
226 cm |
Weight | 7840 to 8340 pounds |
Front tire | 11.2-24 |
Rear tire | 16.9-30 |
Full dimensions and tires ... | |
Electrical | |
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Ground | negative |
Charging system | alternator |
ROPS Charging amps | 55 |
Cab Charging amps | 95 |
Charging volts | 12 |
Battery CCA | 950 |
Battery volts | 12 |
Engine
Engine Detail — 254 ci / 4.2 L Diesel
Manufacturer | Zetor |
Configuration | turbocharged diesel, 4-cylinder, liquid-cooled |
Displacement | 254 ci
4.2 L |
Bore/Stroke | 4.13x4.72 inches
105 x 120 mm |
Power (net) | 78 hp
58.2 kW |
Power (gross) | 82 hp
61.1 kW |
Rated RPM | 2200 |
Starter | electric |
Starter volts | 12 |
Transmission
Transmission — 12 forward and reverse synchronized
Type | synchronized |
Gears | 12 forward and reverse |
Clutch | 304.8mm hydraulic cerametallic disc |
Synchronized transmission with mechanical shuttle. | |
With 16.9-34 rear tires. Reverse speeds are 9% faster than forward. | |
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Dimensions
Zetor 8040 Tires | |
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Standard tires (ag) | Front: 11.2-24. Rear: 16.9-30 |
Dimensions | |
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Wheelbase | 89 inches
226 cm |
Length | 152 inches
386 cm |
Width | 73 inches*Minimum width
185 cm |
Height (ROPS) | 105 inches
266 cm |
Height (cab) | 105 inches
266 cm |
ROPS Weight | 7840 lbs
3556 kg |
Cab Weight | 8340 lbs
3783 kg |
Ground clearance | 17 inches
43 cm |
Front tread | 59 to 77 inches
149 to 195 cm |
Rear tread | 56 to 71 inches
142 to 180 cm |
Attachments
Attachment overview | |
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Zetor 120K loader | |
Zetor 120SLi loader |
Photos
Fluids, Capacities & Working Autonomy
Standard fluid requirements, service intervals, and continuous runtime estimates for Zetor 8040.
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
Zetor 8040 Specification Unit Converter
Convert power, fluid capacities, and operating weights between metric and imperial standards for Zetor 8040.
Converted Equivalents:
Horsepower (HP)0 hp
Kilowatts (kW)0 kW
Metric Horsepower (PS / CV)0 PS
Direct Competitor Comparison
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Engine Power:Diesel (net): 78 hp / 58.2 kW; Diesel (gross): 82 hp / 61.1 kW
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