Massey Ferguson 4840

Massey Ferguson 4840 Four-wheel Drive (4WD) tractor Technical Specifications

Massey Ferguson 4840 is a Row-Crop tractor that was produced by the John Deere between 1978 – 1983.

Below you will find detailed technical specifications for Massey Ferguson 4840 covering engine types, horsepower ratings, weight, height, fuel type and tank volume, oil capacity and type, hydraulic system diagram, wiring diagram, battery specs, etc.

Massey Ferguson 4840 Production











Manufacturer:
Manufacturer: Massey Ferguson
Type: Four-wheel Drive (4WD) tractor
Original price: $98,000 (1983)


Massey Ferguson 4840 Power
















Engine:
Engine (net): 265 hp
197.6 kW
Drawbar (claimed): 170 hp
126.8 kW
PTO (claimed): 211 hp
157.3 kW
Drawbar (tested): 179.65 hp
134.0 kW
PTO (tested): 210.67 hp
157.1 kW

Massey Ferguson 4840 Electrical
















Ground: negative
Charging system: alternator
Charging amps: 60
Batteries: 4
Battery volts: 12

Massey Ferguson 4840 Mechanical






















Chassis: 4×4 articulated 4WD
Steering: articulated hydrostatic power
Brakes: hydraulic caliper
Cab: Cab standard with heat and air-conditioning. Optional AM/FM 8-track stereo.
Transmission: 18-speed partial power shift

Capacity













Fuel: 190 gal
719.1 L
Steering: 96 qts
90.9 L
Front axle: 42 qts
39.7 L
Rear axle: 84 qts
79.5 L

Hydraulics






















Type: open center
Valves: 3 to 4
Pump flow: 16 gpm
60.6 lpm (transmission)
  16 gpm
60.6 lpm (lift)
  28 gpm
106.0 lpm (auxiliary)
Total flow: 60 gpm
227.1 lpm
Steering cap.: 96 qts
90.9 L

Tracktor Hitch










Rear Type: IV
Control: position control with electronic lower link sensing
Rear lift (at 24″/610mm): 11,000 lbs
4989 kg

Power Take-off (PTO)










Rear PTO: independent
Rear RPM: 1000 (1.75)
Engine RPM: 1000@2350

Massey Ferguson 4840 Engine detail































Engine Detail
Cummins V-903
diesel
8-cylinder
liquid-cooled
Displacement: 903 ci
14.8 L
Bore/Stroke: 5.50×4.75 inches
140 x 121 mm
Air cleaner: dual dry elements
Compression: 15.5:1
Starter volts: 12
Oil capacity: 37.5 qts
35.5 L
Coolant capacity: 60 qts
56.8 L



Massey Ferguson 4840 Transmission overview

Engine Oil














Type: partial power shift
Gears: 18 forward and 6 reverse
Clutch: wet disc with four 14-inch plates
Oil capacity: 44 qts
41.6 L
Three gears (1-3) in two ranges (high/low) with three-speed power shift (low/intermediate/high).

Massey Ferguson 4840 Dimensions



















Wheelbase: 137 inches
347 cm
Length: 252 inches
640 cm
Width: 108 inches
274 cm
Height: 130 inches
330 cm
Front axle: 4 inch diameter
101 mm
Rear axle: 4 inch diameter
101 mm













Massey Ferguson 4840 Weight
Shipping: 27,000 lbs
12247 kg
Operating: 30,920 lbs
14025 kg (23.1-34 duals)
Max capacity: 34,000 lbs
15422 kg

Massey Ferguson 4840 Tests

Nebraska Tractor Test 1343













































Nebraska Tractor Test 1343
Diesel 18-speed 4WD
April 16 – May 6, 1980
Link: Nebraska Tractor Test 1343 file
PTO performance
Power at rated engine speed: 210.67 hp
157.1 kW
Fuel use: 14.5 gal/hour
54.9 l/hour
Power at rated PTO speed: 210.61 hp
157.1 kW
Fuel use: 13.5 gal/hour
51.1 l/hour
Drawbar performance
Max power: 179.65 hp
134.0 kW
Fuel use: 14.5 gal/hour
54.9 l/hour
Gear 2L-L used for power test.
Max pull: 28,191 lbs
12787 kg
Gear 1L-L used for pull test.

FAQ

Is Massey Ferguson 4840 a good tractor?

The Massey Ferguson 4840 is one of the great tractors in the Massey Ferguson stable, and it has earned Massey Ferguson a fantastic reputation.

How much oil does a Massey Ferguson 4840 take?

Check out the Massey Ferguson 4840 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 Massey Ferguson made the 4800

The Massey Ferguson 4840 was an agricultural tractor model made from 1978 – 1983

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