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John Deere 2440

John Deere 2440 tractor
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The John Deere 2440 is a utility tractor produced from 1976 to 1982 as part of the 2040 Series. It features a 3.6L 4-cylinder diesel engine producing approximately 67.4 hp estimated engine power. The tractor was manufactured in Dubuque, Iowa, USA and Mannheim, Baden-Württemberg, Germany. It offers multiple transmission options including an 8-speed collar shift, 16-speed two-speed power shift, and an 8-speed power shuttle. The 2440 has a wheelbase of up to 85.75 inches, weighs 4,750 lbs, and includes features such as two-wheel drive, mechanical rear differential lock, power steering, hydraulic wet disc brakes, and a two-post ROPS. The hydraulic system is closed center with a 9 gpm pump flow. The rear PTO is independent with 540/1000 rpm options. This model is related to the John Deere 2240, 2640, and the earlier 2030 model.
John Deere 2440tractorspecificationsenginetransmissiondimensionsutility tractor2040 Series
Power67 hp[P]
Founded1976 - 1982
Model2440

Technical Specifications

Detailed specifications and technical data for John Deere 2440

Power

PTO (tested):60.65 hp (45.2 kW)
PTO (claimed):60.65 hp (45.2 kW)
Drawbar (tested):50.42 hp (37.6 kW)
Drawbar (claimed):52.3 hp (39.0 kW)

Tires

Rear tire:16.9-28
Front tire:6.00-16

Engine

Type:John Deere 3.6L 4-cyl diesel
Fuel tank:19.5 gal (73.8 L)
Rated RPM:2500
Bore/Stroke:4.02x4.33 inches (102 x 110 mm)
Displacement:219 ci (3.6 L)
Starter volts:12
Coolant capacity:12 qts (11.4 L)

Dimensions

Width:69.5 inches (176 cm)
Height:61.3 inches (155 cm)
Length:139.5 inches (354 cm)
Wheelbase:85.75 inches (straight axle) (217 cm); 79.5 inches (swept axle) (201 cm)
Rear tread:50 to 96 inches (127 to 243 cm) (rack-and-pinion); 52 to 80 inches (132 to 203 cm) (power-adjust)
Front tread:60 to 88 inches (152 to 223 cm) (straight); 49 to 79 inches (124 to 200 cm) (swept)
Shipping weight:4,750 lbs (2154 kg)
Height (exhaust):101.7 inches (258 cm)
Clearance (front axle):25.4 inches (64 cm)

Electrical

Ground:negative
Battery volts:12

Hydraulics

Type:closed center
Pump flow:9 gpm (34.1 lpm)

Mechanical

ROPS:Two-post ROPS
Drive:Two-wheel drive
Brakes:Hydraulic wet disc brakes
Final drives:planetary
Power steering:Yes
Differential lock:mechanical rear

Production

Series:2040 Series
Category:Utility tractor
Factories:Dubuque, Iowa, USA; Mannheim, Baden-Württemberg, Germany
Years produced:1976 - 1982

Transmission

Options:8-speed collar shift; 16-speed two-speed power shift; 8-speed power shuttle
8-speed collar shift:8 forward and 4 reverse; Four gears (1-4) in two ranges (I and II) plus reverse (R) range
8-speed power shuttle:8 forward and reverse; Four gears (1-4) in two ranges (I and II) with a left-hand hydraulic shuttle lever
16-speed two-speed power shift:16 forward and 8 reverse; dry disc clutch

Tractor hitch

Rear Type:II/I

Serial Numbers

1976:235210
1977:258106
1978:280789
1979:305501
1980:341000
1981:362173
1982:376746
Location:Serial number plate on right side of the 2440 tractor frame, above the front axle.

Power Take-off (PTO)

Rear PTO:independent
Engine RPM:540@2100
Rear PTO Type:540/1000

Related Models

John Deere 2240

Model:2240

John Deere 2640

Model:2640

John Deere 2030

Model:2030