John Deere 2240 (1980-1982)

Last Updated: September 2024

Overview

The John Deere 2240 is a utility tractor made from 1980 to 1982. It has a 2WD chassis with power steering, making it easy to drive. The tractor has 8 forward gears and 4 reverse gears, giving farmers lots of options for different tasks.

Under the hood, there's a John Deere 3179DL diesel engine with 3 cylinders. This engine has average power for its size, producing 50 hp at 2500 rpm. The tractor weighs 4949 lb and has a three-point hitch at the back that can lift up to 2400 lb. It also has a PTO that can run at 540 rpm, which is great for powering attachments. The fuel tank holds 16.5 US gallons, so farmers can work for a long time without stopping to refuel. The John Deere 2240 is a solid, dependable tractor that can handle many farm jobs with ease.
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Key Specifications

Category: Utility

Power Output: 50 hp (37.3 kW)

Transmission: Partially synchronized

Drive Type: 2WD

Operating Weight: 4949 lb (2245 kg)

Fuel Type: Diesel

John Deere 2240 (1980-1982) vs. Similar Tractors

Power Output

The Power Output for the John Deere 2240 (1980-1982) is Average. It is greater than 51% of similar Utility tractors in our database.

Horsepower distribution of Utility tractors

(across 0.6K+ tractors in our database)

Operating Weight

The Operating Weight for the John Deere 2240 (1980-1982) is Average. It is greater than 51% of similar Utility tractors in our database.

Operating weight distribution of Utility tractors

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Engine Displacement

The Engine Displacement for the John Deere 2240 (1980-1982) is Average. It is greater than 52% of similar Utility tractors in our database.

Engine displacement distribution of Utility tractors

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Engine Rated RPM

The Engine Rated RPM for the John Deere 2240 (1980-1982) is Average. It is greater than 62% of similar Utility tractors in our database.

Engine rated RPM distribution of Utility tractors

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Technical Specifications

Engine

Manufacturer
John Deere
Model
3179DL
Cooling Type
Liquid-cooled
Cylinder Orientation
Inline
Fuel Type
Diesel
Induction Type
Natural aspirated
Cylinders
3
Displacement
179 ci (2.9 L)
Bore
4.17 in (105.9 mm)
Stroke
4.33 in (110.0 mm)
Rated RPM
2500
Power Output
50 hp (37.3 kW)

Transmission

Type
Partially synchronized
Forward Gears
8
Reverse Gears
4

Drivetrain

Chassis
4x2 2WD
Drive Type
2WD
Steering Type
Power assist
Brake Type
Hydraulic wet disc