John Deere

John Deere 8640

The John Deere 8640 is a four-wheel drive (4WD) tractor produced from 1979 to 1982 as part of the Iron Horses Series. Built in Waterloo, Iowa, USA, it features a powerful 10.1L 6-cylinder turbocharged diesel engine producing 275 hp (205.1 kW). The tractor is equipped with a 16-speed partial power shift John Deere Quad-Range transmission, hydraulic wet disc brakes, articulated power steering, and a standard cab. It has a fuel capacity of 214 gallons and a hydraulic system capacity of 41 gallons. The 8640 offers a rear PTO independent with 1000 RPM and a rear hitch lift capacity of 8545 lbs. Dimensions include a 125-inch wheelbase, 223.5-inch length, and an operating weight of 28,270 lbs. Tires are sized 18.4-34 front and rear. Electrical system features a 12-volt starter, 2 batteries, and a 90-amp alternator. The tractor was originally priced at $80,000 in 1982 and is part of a series including the 8630, 8440, and 8650 models.
Power275 hp
Founded1979 - 1982
Model8640

Technical Specifications

Detailed specifications and technical data for John Deere 8640

Power
Engine275 hp (205.1 kW)
PTO (tested)228.75 hp (170.6 kW)
PTO (claimed)225 hp (167.8 kW)
Drawbar (tested)203.34 hp (151.6 kW)
Tires
Ag rear18.4-34
Ag front18.4-34
Engine
Typeturbocharged diesel
Power275 hp (205.1 kW)
Coolingliquid-cooled
Idle RPM800-2300
Cylinders6-cylinder
Rated RPM2100
Air cleanerdual paper elements
Bore/Stroke5.12x5.00 inches (130 x 127 mm)
Compression15.2:1
Displacement619 ci (10.1 L)
ManufacturerJohn Deere
Oil capacity26 qts (24.6 L)
Operating RPM1500-2100
Starter volts12
Coolant capacity48 qts (45.4 L)
Height
Cab126.6 inches (321 cm)
Hood87.1 inches (221 cm)
Exhaust134.5 inches (341 cm)
Capacity
Fuel214 gal (810.0 L)
Hydraulic system41 gal (155.2 L)
Dimensions
Length223.5 inches (567 cm)
Wheelbase125 inches (317 cm)
Front axleRack-and-pinion: 3.937 by 95.8 inches (99 by 2433 mm), Rack-and-pinion: 3.937 by 118.4 inches (99 by 3007 mm)
Rear tread63 to 130 inches (160 to 330 cm)
Front tread63 to 130 inches (160 to 330 cm)
Ground clearance18.4 inches (46 cm)
Operating weight28,270 lbs (12823 kg)
Rack-and-pinion rear axle3.937 by 95.8 inches (99 by 2433 mm), 3.937 by 118.4 inches (99 by 3007 mm)
Electrical
Groundnegative
Batteries2
Battery CCA975
Battery volts6
Charging amps90
Charging systemalternator
Hydraulics
Typeclosed center
Valves2
Capacity41 gal (155.2 L)
Pump flow33 gpm (124.9 lpm)
Mechanical
Cabstandard
DriveFour-wheel drive
BrakesHydraulic wet disc brakes
SteeringArticulated power steering
Differential lockhydraulic front and rear
Production
TypeFour-wheel Drive (4WD) tractor
SeriesIron Horses Series
Built inWaterloo, Iowa, USA
Original price$80,000 in 1982
Years produced1979 - 1982
Transmission
Typepartial power shift
Gears16 forward and 6 reverse
NotesFour gears (1-4) in four ranges (A-D). Tractor must be stopped to select range. Power shift between gears 1-2 and 3-4 within range.
Clutchhydraulic wet disc
Oil capacity164 qts (155.2 L)
TransmissionJohn Deere Quad-Range
Tractor hitch
Rear TypeIII/IIIN
Rear lift8545 lbs (3876 kg)
Serial Numbers
19791500
19803198
19815704
19827960
Serial number locationOn transmission case on the rear of the 8640.
Power Take-off (PTO)
Rear PTOindependent
Engine RPM1000@2100
Rear PTO Type1000