John Deere

John Deere 2040

The John Deere 2040 is a utility tractor produced from 1979 to 1987. It was built in Mannheim, Baden-Württemberg, Germany for the European market and is unrelated to the earlier North American 2040, being closer to the American 50-series tractors. It features a John Deere 3.9L 4-cylinder diesel engine producing 70 hp (52.2 kW), with an 8-speed partially synchronized or 16-speed transmission. The tractor offers two- or four-wheel drive, power steering, hydraulic disc brakes, and an open operator station with optional cab including the SoundGard (SG2) cab available after 1981. Fuel capacity is 25.1 gallons (95.0 L) and hydraulic system capacity is 14.5 gallons (54.9 L). The rear hitch is category II with a lift capacity of 6768 lbs (3069 kg). PTO options include a 540 rpm standard and optional 1000 rpm. Dimensions vary between 2WD and 4WD models, with weights ranging from 6536 to 7771 pounds depending on configuration.

Power70 hp

Founded1979 - 1987

Model2040

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Technical Specifications

Detailed specifications and technical data for John Deere 2040

Power

Engine	70 hp (52.2 kW)
PTO (claimed)	61 hp (45.5 kW)

Engine

Type	John Deere 3.9L 4-cyl diesel
Power	70 hp (52.2 kW)
Rated RPM	2500
Bore/Stroke	4.19x4.33 inches (106 x 110 mm)
Compression	16.8:1
Displacement	239.2 ci (3.9 L)
Oil capacity	9 qts (8.5 L)
Operating RPM	1300-2500
Starter volts	12
Coolant capacity	19 qts (18.0 L)

Weight

2WD Cab	7143 lbs (3240 kg)
4WD Cab	7771 lbs (3524 kg)
2WD ROPS	6536 lbs (2964 kg)
4WD ROPS	7286 lbs (3304 kg)

Capacity

Fuel	25.1 gal (95.0 L)
Hydraulic system	14.5 gal (54.9 L)

Electrical

Ground	negative
Battery AH	55
Battery volts	12
Charging amps	55
Charging system	alternator

Hydraulics

Type	closed center
Capacity	14.5 gal (54.9 L)
Pressure	2466 psi (170.0 bar)
Pump flow	12.42 gpm (47.0 lpm)

Mechanical

Drive	Two- or four-wheel drive
Brakes	Hydraulic disc brakes
Steering	Power steering
Operator station	Open operator station. Cab optional. SoundGard (SG2) cab available after 1981.

Production

Type	Utility tractor
Notes	The European-market John Deere 2040 was unrelated to the earlier North American 2040, being closer to the American 50-series tractors.
Built in	Mannheim, Baden-Württemberg, Germany
Years produced	1979 - 1987

Transmission

Type	partially synchronized
Oil capacity	58.1 qts (55.0 L)
Gears (8-speed)	8 forward and 4 reverse
Notes (8-speed)	Four synchronized gears in two ranges (low/high) plus reverse range.
Gears (16-speed)	16 forward and 8 reverse
Notes (16-speed)	Hydraulically-shifted high-low added to base transmission.
Transmission options	8-speed partially synchronized, 16-speed

Tractor hitch

Rear Type	II
Rear lift	6768 lbs (3069 kg)

Dimensions & Tires

Width	81.5 inches (207 cm)
2WD Length	147.1 inches (373 cm)
4WD Length	154.5 inches (392 cm)
Rear tread	59.1 to 78.7 inches (150 to 199 cm)
Height (cab)	104.7 inches (265 cm)
2WD Wheelbase	89.7 inches (227 cm)
4WD Wheelbase	90 inches (228 cm)
Rear tire 2WD	13.6/12-38
Rear tire 4WD	13.6/12-38
Front tire 2WD	7.50-18
Front tire 4WD	11.2-28
2WD Front tread	53.5 to 79.1 inches (135 to 200 cm)
4WD Front tread	59.1 to 79.1 inches (150 to 200 cm)
Height (exhaust)	115.2 inches (292 cm)
2WD Clearance (front axle)	25 inches (63 cm)
4WD Clearance (front axle)	16.9 inches (42 cm)