John Deere industrial tractors

John Deere 440A

The John Deere 440A is a skidder produced from 1967 to 1970. It features a 3.6L 4-cylinder diesel engine producing 75.5 hp gross and 70 hp net. The tractor offers two transmission options: an 8-speed partially synchronized Syncro-Range and an 8-speed full power shift Power-Shift. It has four-wheel drive with planetary final drives and hydraulic front differential lock. The 440A includes articulated power steering, disc brakes, and a four-post ROPS. Dimensions include an 89-inch wheelbase, lengths of 206 inches (Syncro) and 232 inches (Power-Shift), and weights ranging from 11,900 to 14,000 pounds. Tires vary with industrial front and rear options. Electrical system includes a 12-volt alternator and two 70 AH batteries. Attachments include a 17,300 pound winch, 70-inch arch, and a front-mounted 72-inch hydraulic lift blade.

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Technical Specifications

Detailed specifications and technical data for John Deere 440A

Power

Engine (net)	70 hp (52.2 kW)
Engine (gross)	75.5 hp (56.3 kW)

Tires

Industrial rear	16.9-30, 18.4-34, 18.4-26, 23.1-26
Industrial front	16.9-30, 18.4-34, 18.4-26, 23.1-26

Engine

Type	diesel, 4-cylinder, liquid-cooled
Model	John Deere 3.6L 4-cyl diesel
Torque	173 lb-ft (234.6 Nm)
Idle RPM	1500-2500
Rated RPM	2500
Torque RPM	1500
Bore/Stroke	4.00 x 4.33 inches (102 x 110 mm)
Compression	16.3:1
Power (net)	70 hp (52.2 kW)
Displacement	219 ci (3.6 L)
Oil capacity	9 qts (8.5 L)
Starter type	electric
Power (gross)	75.5 hp (56.3 kW)
Fuel tank (PS)	42 gal (159.0 L)
Coolant capacity	16 qts (15.1 L)
Fuel tank (Syncro)	24 gal (90.8 L)

Dimensions

Width	89 inches (226 cm)
PS Length	232 inches (589 cm)
Wheelbase	89 inches (226 cm)
Height (ROPS)	105.5 inches (267 cm)
PS Rear tread	74 inches
Syncro Length	206 inches (523 cm)
PS Front tread	74 inches
Ground clearance	18 inches (45 cm)
Syncro Rear tread	72 inches (182 cm)
PS Shipping weight	14000 lbs (6350 kg)
Syncro Front tread	72 inches (182 cm)
Syncro Shipping weight	11900 lbs (5397 kg)

Electrical

Batteries	2
Battery AH	70
Battery volts	12
Charging system	alternator

Mechanical

ROPS	Four-post
Disc brakes	Yes
Final drives	planetary
Four-wheel drive	Yes
Differential lock	hydraulic front
Articulated power steering	Yes

Production

Type	Skidder
Factories	Dubuque, Iowa, USA; Welland, Ontario, Canada
Years made	1967 - 1970
Manufacturer	John Deere

Attachments

Blade	Cut12 inches (30 cm) Lift58.5 inches (148 cm) Typehydraulic-lift Mountfront-mount Width72 inches (182 cm) Height20 inches (50 cm) ManufacturerJohn Deere
Overview	The Deere 440A was equipped with a 17,300 pound winch and 70-inch arch.

Transmission

Options	8-speed partially synchronized; 8-speed full power shift
Power-Shift	Typefull power shift Gears8 forward and 4 reverse Clutchhydraulic wet discs Oil capacity36 qts (34.1 L)
Syncro-Range	Typepartially synchronized Gears8 forward and 4 reverse Clutch304.8mm dry disc Oil capacity32 qts (30.3 L)