John Deere 2240 (1976-1979)

Last Updated: June 2024

Overview

The John Deere 2240 is a utility tractor that was produced by John Deere from 1976-1979. This tractor features a 179 cubic-inch three-cylinder diesel engine with a power output of 50 horsepower, and could be equipped with either a collar shift transmission with 8 forward and 4 reverse gears, or a more advanced two-speed power shift transmission with 16 forward and 8 reverse gears. The 2WD chassis, power assist steering, hydraulic wet disc brakes, and an open operator station are practical for its utility category role. With a fuel capacity of 16.5 US gallons, ample for long working hours, and its capability of using either live or independent PTO with a speed of 540 rpm, the 2240 is designed to cater to a variety of agricultural tasks.
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Key Specifications

Category: Utility

Power Output: 50

Transmission: Collar shift / Two-speed power shift

Drive Type: 2WD

Operating Weight: 4,949

Fuel Type: Diesel

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John Deere 2240 (1976-1979) vs. Similar Tractors

Power Output
Average
Greater than 49% of similar tractors.
Hitch Capacity
Poor
Greater than 4% of similar tractors.
Operating Weight
Poor
Greater than 2% of similar tractors.

Technical Specifications

Engine

Manufacturer
John Deere
Model
3179DL
Cooling Type
Liquid-cooled
Cylinder Orientation
Inline
Valve Configuration
-
Fuel Type
Diesel
Induction Type
Naturally aspirated
Cylinders
3
Displacement (ci)
179
Bore (in)
4.17
Stroke (in)
4.33
Rated RPM
2,500
Power Output (hp)
50

Transmission

Type
Collar shift / Two-speed power shift
Forward Gears
16 (assumed from the higher number provided)
Reverse Gears
8 (assumed from the higher number provided)
Total Gears
-

Dimensions

Length (in)
134.6
Width (in)
63
Height (in)
78
Operating Weight (lb)
4,949

Power Take-Off (PTO)

PTO Type
Live or independent
PTO Speed 1 (rpm)
540
PTO Speed 2 (rpm)
-
PTO Speed 3 (rpm)
-

Miscellaneous

Chassis
4x2 2WD
Drive Type
2WD
Steering Type
Power assist
Coolant Capacity (qts)
2.75 (converted from liters)
Front Tire Diameter (in)
-
Front Tire Width (in)
-
Rear Tire Diameter (in)
-
Rear Tire Width (in)
-
Front/Rear Rim Diameter (in)
-
Tire Type
Agricultural
Manufacture - End Year
1979
Hitch Type
Three-Point Hitch (assumed from the category)
Hitch Category
II/I
Hitch Position
Rear (assumed as most common)
Hitch Capacity (lb)
2,250 lbs
Operator Station Type
Open operator station
Starter Type
Electric
Brake Type
Hydraulic wet disc
Hydraulic System Type
Closed center

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