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John Deere 2040

John Deere 2040 tractor
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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.
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Power70 hp
Founded1979 - 1987
Model2040

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)

Power Take-off (PTO)

Clutch:hydraulic
Rear PTO:independent
Engine RPM:540@2400
Optional PTO:1000
Rear PTO Type:540

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