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John Deere 2940

John Deere 2940 tractor
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The John Deere 2940 is a utility tractor produced from 1980 to 1982 as part of the 2040 Series. Built in Mannheim, Germany, it features a 5.9L 6-cylinder liquid-cooled diesel engine delivering approximately 77.8 hp estimated engine power. It offers a 16-speed partial power shift transmission and is available in two- or four-wheel drive configurations. The tractor includes a closed center hydraulic system, a rear Type II hitch with position control and draft sensing, and an independent rear PTO with 540/1000 rpm options. It has a wheelbase of 101.6 inches and weighs about 9435 lbs operating weight. The 2940 was originally priced at $25,500 in 1982 and offers an open operator station with an optional Sound-Gard cab.
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Power91 hp[P]
Founded1980 - 1982
Model2940

Technical Specifications

Detailed specifications and technical data for John Deere 2940

Power

PTO (tested):81.17 hp (60.5 kW)
PTO (claimed):82 hp (61.1 kW)
Drawbar (tested):64.18 hp (47.9 kW)
Drawbar (claimed):68 hp (50.7 kW)

Tires

2WD Standard tires (ag):Front: 10.00-16. Rear: 18.4-34
4WD Optional tires (ag):Front: 13.6-24. Rear: 18.4-34
4WD Standard tires (ag):Front: 12.4-28. Rear: 16.9-38

Engine

Model:John Deere 5.9L 6-cyl diesel
Torque:235 lb-ft (318.7 Nm)
Cooling:liquid-cooled
Idle RPM:800-2660
Cylinders:6-cylinder
Fuel type:diesel
Rated RPM:2500
Torque RPM:1400
Bore/Stroke:4.19x4.33 inches (106 x 110 mm)
Displacement:359 ci (5.9 L)
Firing order:1-5-3-6-2-4
Manufacturer:John Deere
Oil capacity:12 qts (11.4 L)
Operating RPM:1500-2500
Starter volts:12
Coolant capacity:20 qts (18.9 L)
Compression ratio:16.8:1
Oil change interval:100 h
Intake valve clearance:0.014 inches (0.356 mm)
Exhaust valve clearance:0.018 inches (0.457 mm)

Weight

Ballasted:10650 lbs (4830 kg)
Operating:9435 lbs (4WD ROPS) (4279 kg)
Max Drawbar:2200 lbs (retracted) (997 kg)

Capacity

Fuel:33.25 gal (125.9 L)
Hydraulic system:15.8 gal (59.8 L)

Dimensions

Width:90.3 inches (229 cm)
Length:164.9 inches (418 cm)
Wheelbase:101.6 inches (258 cm)
Rear tread:69 to 91 inches (175 to 231 cm)
Front tread:57 to 82.4 inches (144 to 209 cm)
Height (hood):67.1 inches (170 cm)
Height (exhaust):113 inches (287 cm)
Clearance (front axle):25.6 inches (65 cm)
Front tread (wide front):63 to 94 inches (160 to 238 cm)

Electrical

Ground:negative
Batteries:2
Battery AH:88
Battery volts:12
Charging amps:33
Charging system:alternator

Hydraulics

Type:closed center
Valves:2
Capacity:15.8 gal (59.8 L)
Pressure:2250 psi (155.1 bar)
Pump flow:23 gpm (87.1 lpm)

Mechanical

Drive:Two- or four-wheel drive
Brakes:Differential hydraulic wet disc brakes
Final drives:planetary
Power steering:yes
Operator station:Open operator station. Sound-Gard Cab optional.
Differential lock:mechanical rear

Production

Type:Utility tractor
Series:2040 Series
Built in:Mannheim, Baden-Württemberg, Germany
Original price:$25,500 in 1982
Years produced:1980 - 1982

Transmission

Type:partial power shift
Gears:16 forward and 8 reverse
Model:John Deere TSS High-Low
Description:Four gears in two ranges, plus reverse range. Left-hand power shift between direct drive and lower range.
Oil capacity:63.4 qts (60.0 L)

Tractor hitch

Control:position control and lower-link draft sensing
Rear Type:II
Rear lift (at 24"/610mm):2400 lbs (1088 kg)

Serial Numbers

1980:350000
1981:390496
1982:418953
Location:Serial number plate on the front-right of the Deere 2940 frame, above the front axle.

Power Take-off (PTO)

Rear PTO:independent
Rear PTO Type:540/1000

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