John Deere 1640

John Deere 1640 Technical Specifications

John Deere 1640 is a Row-Crop tractor that was produced by the John Deere between 1979 – 1987.

Below you will find detailed technical specifications for John Deere 1640 covering engine types, horsepower ratings, weight, height, fuel type and tank volume, oil capacity and type, hydraulic system diagram, wiring diagram, battery specs, etc.

John Deere 1640 Production











Manufacturer:
Manufacturer: John Deere
Type: Utility tractor
Factory: Mannheim, Baden-Wurttemberg, Germany


John Deere 1640 Power






Engine:
Engine: 62 hp
46.2 kW
PTO (claimed): 54 hp
40.3 kW







John Deere 1640 Engine
John Deere 3.9L 4-cyl diesel





























Mechanical
Chassis: 4×2 2WD
  4×4 MFWD 4WD
Final drives: planetary
Steering: power
Brakes: hydraulic disc
Cab: Four-post ROPS. Cab available with heater. SoundGard (SG2) cab available after 1981.
Transmissions: 8-speed
  16-speed




John Deere 1640 photos…










Capacity
Fuel: 25.1 gal
95.0 L
Hydraulic system: 14.5 gal
54.9 L
















Hydraulics
Type: closed center constant pressure
Capacity: 14.5 gal
54.9 L
Pressure: 2466 psi
170.0 bar
Pump flow: 12.4 gpm
46.9 lpm










Tractor hitch
Rear Type: II
Rear lift: 6768 lbs
3069 kg










Power Take-off (PTO)
Rear RPM: 540
Engine RPM: 540@2400





















Dimensions & Tires
2WD Wheelbase: 89.7 inches
227 cm
4WD Wheelbase: 80 inches
203 cm
Weight: 7409 to 8004 pounds
Front tire: 7.50-18
2WD Rear tire: 13.6/12-38
Full dimensions and tires …














1640 Serial Numbers
1980: 358998
1981: 393048
1982: 433037

John Deere 1640 Electrical
















Ground: negative
Charging system: alternator
Charging amps: 55
Batteries: 2
Battery volts: 12

John Deere 1640 Mechanical



























Chassis: 4×2 2WD
  4×4 MFWD 4WD
Final drives: planetary
Steering: power
Brakes: hydraulic disc
Cab: Four-post ROPS. Cab available with heater. SoundGard (SG2) cab available after 1981.
Transmissions: 8-speed
  16-speed

Capacity







Fuel: 25.1 gal
95.0 L
Hydraulic system: 14.5 gal
54.9 L

Hydraulics













Type: closed center constant pressure
Capacity: 14.5 gal
54.9 L
Pressure: 2466 psi
170.0 bar
Pump flow: 12.4 gpm
46.9 lpm

Tracktor Hitch







Rear Type: II
Rear lift: 6768 lbs
3069 kg

Power Take-off (PTO)







Rear RPM: 540
Engine RPM: 540@2400

Title serial numbers












1980: 358998
1981: 393048
1982: 433037


how to read serial numbers…

What year is my John Deere 1640? Serial Number Decoder

The serial number list shows the first tractor built in each year. The other tractors for that year will have successively higher numbers. Your serial number should be between two of the stated numbers.

The list only includes the numbers of the first tractors produced in each year. Your serial should be somewhere between two numbers.Unless you happen to be the first person to own a tractor, your number will not appear on the list.

John Deere 1640 Engine detail














































Engine Detail
John Deere
diesel
4-cylinder
liquid-cooled
Displacement: 239.2 ci
3.9 L
Bore/Stroke: 4.19×4.33 inches
106 x 110 mm
Power: 62 hp
46.2 kW
Compression: 16.8:1
Rated RPM: 2500
Operating RPM: 1200-2500
Torque: 151.2 lb-ft
205.0 Nm
Torque RPM: 1200
Starter volts: 12
Starter power: 4 hp
3.0 kW
Oil capacity: 9 qts
8.5 L
Coolant capacity: 19 qts
18.0 L



John Deere 1640 Transmission overview

Engine Oil



Gears: 8 forward and 4 reverse

John Deere 1640 Dimensions











































2WD Wheelbase: 89.7 inches
227 cm
4WD Wheelbase: 80 inches
203 cm
2WD Length: 147 inches
373 cm
4WD Length: 154.5 inches
392 cm
Width: 81.5 inches
207 cm *Minimum
Height (cab): 104.7 inches
265 cm
Height (exhaust): 115.2 inches
292 cm
2WD Weight: 7409 lbs
3360 kg
4WD Weight: 8004 lbs
3630 kg
4WD Clearance (front axle): 16.9 inches
42 cm
2WD Clearance (front axle): 25 inches
63 cm
2WD Front tread: 53.5 to 79.1 inches
135 to 200 cm
4WD Front tread: 59.1 to 79.1 inches
150 to 200 cm
Rear tread: 59.1 to 78.7 inches
150 to 199 cm

FAQ

Is John Deere 1640 a good tractor?

The John Deere 1640 is one of the great tractors in the John Deere stable, and it has earned John Deere a fantastic reputation.

How much oil does a John Deere 1640 take?

Check out the John Deere 1640 oil capacity and oil type in the engine specs section as it may vary across the engines. Keep in mind, that older models might have their oil capacity increased over time. You may compare between the early and late oil capacity.

Do tractors have VIN numbers?

Every tractor has a VIN number. The number is usually engraved below the driver’s seat. Tractor manufacturers put the number in different places on the tractor body.

What was the last year John Deere made the 1640?

The John Deere 1640 was an agricultural tractor model made from 1979 – 1987

How much can a John Deere 1640 Pull?

The max pulling capacity of the John Deere 1640 tractors starts at 5697 lbs
2584 kg but may be slightly higher depending on the trim.

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