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) |
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| PTO (claimed) | 77.8 hp (58.0 kW) |
Tires
| 2WD Standard tires (ag) | Front: 10.00-16. Rear: 16.9-38 |
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| 4WD Standard tires (ag) | Front: 12.4-28. Rear: 16.9-38 |
Engine
| Model | John Deere 5.9L 6-cyl diesel |
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| Torque | 218 lb-ft (295.6 Nm) |
| Cooling | liquid-cooled |
| Starter | electric |
| Cylinders | 6-cylinder |
| Fuel type | diesel |
| Rated RPM | 2500 |
| Torque RPM | 1300 |
| Air cleaner | dry |
| Bore/Stroke | 4.19x4.33 inches (106 x 110 mm) |
| Fuel system | direct injection |
| Power (net) | 88.5 hp (66.0 kW) |
| Displacement | 359 ci (5.9 L) |
| Manufacturer | John Deere |
| Oil capacity | 12.2 qts (11.5 L) |
| Starter volts | 12 |
| Coolant capacity | 25.4 qts (24.0 L) |
| Compression ratio | 16.8:1 |
Capacity
| Fuel | 33.3 gal (126.0 L) |
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| Hydraulic system | 15.85 gal (60.0 L) |
Dimensions
| Width | 81 inches (205 cm) |
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| 2WD Length | 167 inches (424 cm) |
| 4WD Length | 173 inches (439 cm) |
| Rear tread | 63 to 79 inches (160 to 200 cm) |
| Height (cab) | 110 inches (279 cm) |
| 2WD Wheelbase | 100 inches (254 cm) |
| 4WD Wheelbase | 102 inches (259 cm) |
| 2WD Front tread | 57 to 82 inches (144 to 208 cm) |
| 4WD Front tread | 55.6 to 83 inches (141 to 210 cm) |
| Height (exhaust) | 119 inches (302 cm) |
| 2WD Shipping weight | 9175 lbs (4161 kg) |
| 4WD Shipping weight | 9790 lbs (4440 kg) |
| 2WD Clearance (front axle) | 26 inches (66 cm) |
| 4WD Clearance (front axle) | 20 inches (50 cm) |
Electrical
| Ground | negative |
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| Batteries | 2 |
| Battery AH | 88 |
| Battery volts | 12 |
| Charging amps | 55 |
| Charging system | alternator |
Hydraulics
| Type | closed center |
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| Capacity | 15.85 gal (60.0 L) |
| Pressure | 2466 psi (170.0 bar) |
| Pump flow | 12.4 gpm (46.9 lpm) |
Mechanical
| Cab | Sound Gard SG2 cab standard |
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| Drive | Two- or four-wheel drive |
| Brakes | Hydraulic wet disc brakes |
| Final drives | planetary |
| Power steering | yes |
| Differential lock | mechanical rear |
Production
| Type | Utility tractor |
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| Built in | Mannheim, Baden-Württemberg, Germany |
| Years produced | 1980 - 1987 |
References
| Reference 1 | 3040 Tractor published in 1981, by John Deere |
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| Reference 2 | Move up to John Deere... published in 1981 |
Transmission
| Type | Power Syncron two-speed power shift |
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| Clutch | dry disc |
| Options | 8-speed, 16-speed two-speed power shift |
| Oil capacity | 63.4 qts (60.0 L) |
| Gears (8-speed) | 8 forward and 4 reverse |
| Gears (16-speed power shift) | 16 forward and 8 reverse |
Tractor hitch
| Control | position and draft control |
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| Rear Type | II |
| Rear lift capacity | 7685 lbs (3485 kg) |
Power Take-off (PTO)
| Clutch | hydraulic disc |
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| Rear PTO | independent |
| Engine RPM | 540@2400, 1000@2400 |
| Rear PTO Type | 540/1000 |
Serial Number Location
| Location | Serial number plate on the right side of the John Deere 3040, above the front axle. |
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