MTD lawn tractors

MTD 840

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.

Power18 hp

Founded46" deck

Model840

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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)