John Deere 4240 Row-Crop tractor Technical Specifications
John Deere 4240 is a Row-Crop tractor that was produced by the John Deere between 1977 – 1984.
Below you will find detailed technical specifications for John Deere 4240 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 4240 Production
Manufacturer: |
Manufacturer: |
John Deere
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Type: |
Row-Crop tractor
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Factory: |
Mannheim, Baden-Wurttemberg, Germany
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John Deere 4240 Power
Engine: |
Engine (gross): |
134.1 hp
100.0 kW
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Engine (net): |
126.1 hp
94.0 kW
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PTO (claimed): |
114 hp
85.0 kW
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John Deere 4240 Engine |
John Deere 7.6L 6-cyl diesel |
Fuel tank: |
37 gal
140.0 L
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Mechanical |
Chassis: |
4×2 2WD
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4×4 HFWD 4WD
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Final drives: |
planetary
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Differential lock: |
hydro-mechanical
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Steering: |
power
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Brakes: |
wet disc
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Cab: |
Sound-Gard cab standard.
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Transmissions: |
16-speed partial power shift
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8-speed partially synchronized
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8-speed full power shift
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13-speed creeper
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Hydraulics |
Type: |
closed center
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Pressure: |
2250 psi
155.1 bar
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Pump flow: |
25.4 gpm
96.1 lpm
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Tractor hitch |
Rear Type: |
II
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Control: |
position and draft control
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Rear lift: |
10590 lbs
4803 kg
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Power Take-off (PTO) |
Rear PTO: |
independent
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Clutch: |
hydraulic wet disc
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Rear RPM: |
540/1000 (1.375)
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Dimensions & Tires |
Wheelbase: |
106.7 inches
271 cm
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Weight: |
11265 lbs
5109 kg
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Front tire: |
11.00-16
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Rear tire: |
18.4-38
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Full dimensions and tires … |
4240 Serial Numbers |
Location: |
Serial number tag on the front right of the tractor frame, above the front axle.
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John Deere 4240 Electrical
Ground: |
negative
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Charging system: |
alternator
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Charging amps: |
55
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Batteries: |
2
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Battery volts: |
12
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Battery AH: |
88
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John Deere 4240 Mechanical
Chassis: |
4×2 2WD
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4×4 HFWD 4WD
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Final drives: |
planetary
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Differential lock: |
hydro-mechanical
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Steering: |
power
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Brakes: |
wet disc
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Cab: |
Sound-Gard cab standard.
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Transmissions: |
16-speed partial power shift
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8-speed partially synchronized
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8-speed full power shift
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13-speed creeper
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Hydraulics
Type: |
closed center
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Pressure: |
2250 psi
155.1 bar
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Pump flow: |
25.4 gpm
96.1 lpm
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Tracktor Hitch
Rear Type: |
II
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Control: |
position and draft control
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Rear lift: |
10590 lbs
4803 kg
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Power Take-off (PTO)
Rear PTO: |
independent
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Clutch: |
hydraulic wet disc
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Rear RPM: |
540/1000 (1.375)
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John Deere 4240 Engine detail
Engine Detail |
John Deere |
turbocharged diesel |
6-cylinder |
liquid-cooled |
Displacement: |
466 ci
7.6 L
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Bore/Stroke: |
4.56×4.75 inches
116 x 121 mm
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Power: |
132 hp
98.4 kW
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Compression: |
16.8:1
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Rated RPM: |
2200
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Torque: |
413 lb-ft
560.0 Nm
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Torque RPM: |
1400
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Starter volts: |
12
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Engine Oil |
John Deere 4240 Transmission overview
Transmission: |
Quad-Range
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Gears: |
16 forward and 6 reverse
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Clutch: |
hydraulic wet disc
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John Deere 4240 Dimensions
Length: |
183.5 inches
466 cm
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Width: |
96 inches
243 cm
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Height (cab): |
114.7 inches
291 cm
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Height (exhaust): |
124.3 inches
315 cm
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Shipping weight: |
11600 lbs
5261 kg
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Rear tread: |
60 to 81.5 inches
152 to 207 cm
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John Deere 4240 Tests
Nebraska Tractor Test 1266 |
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Nebraska Tractor Test 1266 |
Diesel Quad-Range 2WD
November 8 – 21, 1977
Link: Nebraska Tractor Test 1266 file |
PTO performance |
Power at rated engine speed |
110.94 hp
82.7 kW |
Fuel use |
7.7 gal/hour
29.1 l/hour |
Drawbar performance |
Max power |
93.38 hp
69.6 kW |
Fuel use |
7.7 gal/hour
29.1 l/hour |
Max pull |
11,492 lbs
5212 kg |
Nebraska Tractor Test 1361 |
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Nebraska Tractor Test 1361 |
Diesel Syncro-Range 2WD
August 20 – September 6, 1980
Link: Nebraska Tractor Test 1361 file |
PTO performance |
Power at rated engine speed |
110.81 hp
82.6 kW |
Fuel use |
7.8 gal/hour
29.5 l/hour |
Drawbar performance |
Max power |
93.00 hp
69.4 kW |
Fuel use |
7.8 gal/hour
29.5 l/hour |
Gear 4 used for power test. |
Max pull |
12,240 lbs
5552 kg |
Gear 2 used for pull test. |
Nebraska Tractor Test 1362 |
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Nebraska Tractor Test 1362 |
Diesel PowerShift 2WD
August 20 – September 3, 1980
Link: Nebraska Tractor Test 1362 file |
PTO performance |
Power at rated engine speed |
111.06 hp
82.8 kW |
Fuel use |
7.8 gal/hour
29.5 l/hour |
Power at rated PTO speed |
111.43 hp
83.1 kW |
Fuel use |
7.7 gal/hour
29.1 l/hour |
Drawbar performance |
Max power |
92.70 hp
69.1 kW |
Fuel use |
7.6 gal/hour
28.8 l/hour |
Gear 4 used for power test. |
Max pull |
12,450 lbs
5647 kg |
Gear 2 used for pull test. |
FAQ
Is John Deere 4240 a good tractor?
The John Deere 4240 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 4240 take?
Check out the John Deere 4240 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 4040S
The John Deere 4240 was an agricultural tractor model made from 1977 – 1984
How much can a John Deere 4240 Pull?
The max pulling capacity of the John Deere 4240 tractors starts at 11,492 lbs
5212 kg but may be slightly higher depending on the trim.
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