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John Deere 4240 Specifications

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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.

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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
Disclaimer: The information provided on this page may be less than 100% accurate. Always check the manufacturer's official manual.

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