Engine Horsepower: 122 hp
Manufactured: 1978 to 1982
John Deere 4240 Summary
The John Deere 4240 was produced from 1978 to 1982 as part of the Iron Horses Series. It is a row-crop tractor categorized under the Row-Crop and Hi-Crop variants, manufactured in Waterloo, Iowa, USA. The tractor features a John Deere 7.6L 6-cylinder diesel engine with a claimed PTO power of 110 hp and tested PTO power of 111.06 hp. Original prices in 1982 ranged from $33,313 for the Syncro-Range ROPS 2WD model to $40,926 for the Power Shift Cab 2WD model.

John Deere 4240 Horsepower, Weight, and Specifications:
General Information
What is the model and production date of the tractor?
- Model: John Deere 4240
- Production Years: 1978 to 1982
- Series: Iron Horses Series
- Type: Row-Crop tractor
Production
Where was the John Deere 4240 built, and what was the original price?
- Manufacturer: John Deere
- Built in Waterloo, Iowa, USA
- Original Price (1982 Syncro-Range ROPS 2WD): $33,313
- Original Price (1982 Power Shift Cab 2WD): $40,926
Variants
Are there different variants of this tractor model?
- 4240: Row-crop
- 4240 Hi-Crop: High-clearance
Engine
What type of engine does the John Deere 4240 have?
- Engine: John Deere 7.6L 6-cylinder diesel
Transmissions
What transmission options are available?
- 16-speed partial power shift
- 8-speed full power shift
- 8-speed partially synchronized
- 13-speed creeper
Horsepower
What is the horsepower of the John Deere 4240?
- PTO (claimed): 110 hp / 82.0 kW
- Drawbar (tested): 93.38 hp / 69.6 kW
- PTO (tested): 111.06 hp / 82.8 kW
Mechanical
What are the mechanical features of the John Deere 4240?
- Drive: 4x2 2WD; 4x4 HFWD 4WD
- Differential lock: Pedal-actuated hydraulic
- Power steering
- Brakes: Differential hydraulic wet disc
- Cab: Sound-Gard cab standard
Capacity
What are the fuel and hydraulic capacities?
- Fuel: 46 gal / 174.1 L
- Hydraulic system: 11 gal / 41.6 L
Hydraulics
What are the hydraulic specifications?
- Type: Closed center
- Capacity: 11 gal / 41.6 L
- Valves: 1 or 2
- Pump flow: 23 gpm / 87.1 lpm
Tractor Hitch
What type of hitch does the tractor have and its lift capacity?
- Rear Type: II/I
- Rear Lift: 5,732 lbs / 2,600 kg; Optional: 6,766 lbs / 3,069 kg
Power Take-off (PTO)
What are the specifications of the PTO?
- Rear PTO: Independent
- Rear RPM: 540/1000 (1.375)
Dimensions & Tires
What are the dimensions and tire specifications?
- Wheelbase: 106.6 inches / 270 cm
- Weight: 10,900 to 12,395 pounds
- Front Tire: 11L-15
- Rear Tire: 18.4-34
Electrical
What are the electrical specifications?
- Ground: Negative
- Charging System: Alternator
- Batteries: 2
- Battery CCA: 850
- Battery Volts: 6
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