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MTD 840

MTD 840 tractor
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The MTD 840 is a garden tractor produced from 1990 to 1995 by MTD. It features an 18 hp Briggs & Stratton 693cc 2-cylinder gasoline engine, a 14-speed belt-driven CVT transmission, and two-wheel drive with manual steering and disc brakes. The tractor has an open operator station and weighs 729 lbs (330 kg). It includes a mid PTO with manual clutch and pulley type. Optional attachments include a 46" mid-mount mower deck, 48" front-mount blade, and 40" front-mount snow blower. The tractor uses a sleeve hitch and has a negative ground electrical system with a 275 CCA 12-volt battery.
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Power18 hp
Founded46" deck
Model840

Technical Specifications

Detailed specifications and technical data for MTD 840

Engine

Model:Briggs & Stratton 693cc 2-cyl gasoline
Power:18 hp (13.4 kW)
Starter:electric
Fuel tank:2.5 gal (9.5 L)
Bore/Stroke:3.44x2.28 inches (87 x 58 mm)
Displacement:693 cc (42.33 ci)
Starter volts:12

Dimensions

Weight:729 lbs (330 kg)
Rear tire:23.00x9.50
Front tire:16.00x6.50

Electrical

Ground:negative
Battery CCA:275
Battery volts:12

Mechanical

Drive:Two-wheel drive
Brakes:Disc brakes
Steering:Manual steering
Operator station:Open operator station

Production

Type:Garden tractor
Years made:1990 - 1995
Manufacturer:MTD

Attachments

48" Blade:front-mount, 48 inches width (121 cm), manual-lift, manual-angle
40" Snow blower:front-mount, 40 inches width (101 cm), manual-lift
46" mid-mount mower deck:3-blade with manual lift, cutting width 46 inches (116 cm)

Transmission

Type:belt-driven CVT
Model:MTD Transmatic
Speeds:14 forward and 7 reverse
Oil type:Shell Darina
Oil change:sealed unit, owner service is not recommended
Description:Three-range gearbox (low, high reverse) and a variable-speed control with seven detent positions. Tractor must be stopped, and clutch/brake used, to shift ranges.
Oil capacity:1 qts (0.9 L)

Tractor hitch

Type:sleeve hitch Optional

Serial Numbers

Location:Serial number decal below the seat.

Power Take-off (PTO)

Clutch:manual
Mid PTO:independent
Mid PTO Type:pulley