John Deere

John Deere 3040

The John Deere 3040 is a utility tractor produced from 1980 to 1987. It features a 5.9L 6-cylinder liquid-cooled diesel engine producing 88.5 hp (66.0 kW) net power. The tractor offers 8-speed and 16-speed two-speed power shift transmissions, with mechanical rear differential lock and planetary final drives. It has a Sound Gard SG2 cab as standard and is available in two- or four-wheel drive configurations. The 3040 has a rear PTO with 540/1000 rpm options and a rear lift capacity of 7685 lbs (3485 kg). It was built in Mannheim, Germany, and is known for its robust hydraulic system and reliable performance in utility tractor applications.
Power88 hp
Founded1980 - 1987
Model3040

Technical Specifications

Detailed specifications and technical data for John Deere 3040

Power
Engine (net)88.5 hp (66.0 kW)
PTO (claimed)77.8 hp (58.0 kW)
Tires
2WD Standard tires (ag)Front: 10.00-16. Rear: 16.9-38
4WD Standard tires (ag)Front: 12.4-28. Rear: 16.9-38
Engine
ModelJohn Deere 5.9L 6-cyl diesel
Torque218 lb-ft (295.6 Nm)
Coolingliquid-cooled
Starterelectric
Cylinders6-cylinder
Fuel typediesel
Rated RPM2500
Torque RPM1300
Air cleanerdry
Bore/Stroke4.19x4.33 inches (106 x 110 mm)
Fuel systemdirect injection
Power (net)88.5 hp (66.0 kW)
Displacement359 ci (5.9 L)
ManufacturerJohn Deere
Oil capacity12.2 qts (11.5 L)
Starter volts12
Coolant capacity25.4 qts (24.0 L)
Compression ratio16.8:1
Capacity
Fuel33.3 gal (126.0 L)
Hydraulic system15.85 gal (60.0 L)
Dimensions
Width81 inches (205 cm)
2WD Length167 inches (424 cm)
4WD Length173 inches (439 cm)
Rear tread63 to 79 inches (160 to 200 cm)
Height (cab)110 inches (279 cm)
2WD Wheelbase100 inches (254 cm)
4WD Wheelbase102 inches (259 cm)
2WD Front tread57 to 82 inches (144 to 208 cm)
4WD Front tread55.6 to 83 inches (141 to 210 cm)
Height (exhaust)119 inches (302 cm)
2WD Shipping weight9175 lbs (4161 kg)
4WD Shipping weight9790 lbs (4440 kg)
2WD Clearance (front axle)26 inches (66 cm)
4WD Clearance (front axle)20 inches (50 cm)
Electrical
Groundnegative
Batteries2
Battery AH88
Battery volts12
Charging amps55
Charging systemalternator
Hydraulics
Typeclosed center
Capacity15.85 gal (60.0 L)
Pressure2466 psi (170.0 bar)
Pump flow12.4 gpm (46.9 lpm)
Mechanical
CabSound Gard SG2 cab standard
DriveTwo- or four-wheel drive
BrakesHydraulic wet disc brakes
Final drivesplanetary
Power steeringyes
Differential lockmechanical rear
Production
TypeUtility tractor
Built inMannheim, Baden-Württemberg, Germany
Years produced1980 - 1987
References
Reference 13040 Tractor published in 1981, by John Deere
Reference 2Move up to John Deere... published in 1981
Transmission
TypePower Syncron two-speed power shift
Clutchdry disc
Options8-speed, 16-speed two-speed power shift
Oil capacity63.4 qts (60.0 L)
Gears (8-speed)8 forward and 4 reverse
Gears (16-speed power shift)16 forward and 8 reverse
Tractor hitch
Controlposition and draft control
Rear TypeII
Rear lift capacity7685 lbs (3485 kg)
Power Take-off (PTO)
Clutchhydraulic disc
Rear PTOindependent
Engine RPM540@2400, 1000@2400
Rear PTO Type540/1000
Serial Number Location
LocationSerial number plate on the right side of the John Deere 3040, above the front axle.