John Deere 2840

Last Updated: September 2024

Overview

The John Deere 2840 is a utility tractor that was made from 1977 to 1979. It's a strong machine with a 2WD drive and power steering. The tractor has a diesel engine with 6 cylinders and 89 HP, which is quite powerful for its class. It can run at 2500 RPM and has a very high engine displacement of 329 ci.

This tractor is big and heavy, weighing 8700 lb. It's 160 inches long, 90 inches wide, and 74 inches tall. The 2840 has a two-speed power shift transmission with 12 forward gears and 6 reverse gears. It has a Category II hitch at the back and two PTO speeds: 540 rpm and 1000 rpm. The tractor has an open operator station and uses a closed center hydraulic system. It also has special features like a mechanical rear differential lock and a fuel tank that can hold 28 US gallons.
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Key Specifications

Category: Utility

Power Output: 89 hp (66.4 kW)

Transmission: Two-speed power shift

Drive Type: 2WD

Operating Weight: 8700 lb (3946 kg)

Fuel Type: Diesel

John Deere 2840 vs. Similar Tractors

Power Output

The Power Output for the John Deere 2840 is Above Average. It is greater than 77% of similar Utility tractors in our database.

Horsepower distribution of Utility tractors

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Operating Weight

The Operating Weight for the John Deere 2840 is Above Average. It is greater than 82% 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 2840 is Above Average. It is greater than 86% 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 2840 is Average. It is greater than 60% of similar Utility tractors in our database.

Engine rated RPM distribution of Utility tractors

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Technical Specifications

Engine

Manufacturer
John Deere
Cooling Type
Liquid-cooled
Cylinder Orientation
Inline
Fuel Type
Diesel
Induction Type
Naturally aspirated
Cylinders
6
Displacement
329 ci (5.4 L)
Bore
4.02 in (102.1 mm)
Stroke
4.33 in (110.0 mm)
Rated RPM
2500
Power Output
89 hp (66.4 kW)

Transmission

Type
Two-speed power shift
Forward Gears
12
Reverse Gears
6

Drivetrain

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