Comparing David Brown 990 Selectamatic vs John Deere 2240 (1976-1979)

This page provides a detailed comparison of the specifications for the David Brown 990 Selectamatic and the John Deere 2240 (1976-1979).

David Brown 990 Selectamatic John Deere 2240 (1976-1979)
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Engine
Engine Manufacturer David Brown John Deere
Engine Model - 3179DL
Engine Cooling Type Liquid-cooled Liquid-cooled
Engine Fuel Type Diesel Diesel
Engine Induction Type Naturally Aspirated Naturally aspirated
Engine Cylinders 4 3
Engine Displacement Value 195 ci (3.2 L) 179 ci (2.9 L)
Engine Rated Rpm 2200 2500
Engine Power Output Value 55 hp (41.0 kW) 50 hp (37.3 kW)
Transmission
Transmission Type Gear type with dry disc clutch Two-speed power shift
Transmission Forward Gears 6 16
Transmission Reverse Gears 2 8
Dimensions
Length Value 126 134.6
Width Value 63.8 63
Operating Weight Value 5104 lb (2315 kg) 4949 lb (2245 kg)
Miscellaneous
Chassis 4x2 2WD 4x2 2WD
Drive Type 2WD 2WD
Front Tire Type - -
Rear Tire Type - -
Hitch Type - Three-Point Hitch
Hitch Category II/I II/I
Hitch Position Rear Rear
Hitch Capacity Value 2000 lb (907 kg) 2250 lb (1021 kg)
Hydraulic System Type Open center Closed center
Operator Station Type Open Open operator station
Starter Type Electric Electric