John Deere 4240

Last Updated: June 2024

Overview

The John Deere 4240 is a versatile row-crop tractor that was manufactured by John Deere in Waterloo, Iowa, USA from 1978 to 1982. This tractor offers a balance of power and agility, suitable for various farming tasks. It is equipped with a 7.6 L six-cylinder diesel engine that delivers 110 hp at 2200 rpm, powered through an efficient partial power shift transmission with 16 forward and 6 reverse gears. With its comfortable Sound-Gard cab and features like the differential hydraulic wet disc brakes and a closed center hydraulic system, it provides a reliable and comfortable working environment for long hours in the field. The 4240 also offers a flexible hitch system with a category II/I and an operating weight of around 12,395 lbs, demonstrating its ability to handle substantial workloads. The tractor's durable design, combined with John Deere's reputation for reliability, makes it a valued asset for farmers seeking a dependable machine for their agricultural needs.
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Key Specifications

Category: Row Crop

Power Output: 110

Transmission: Partial power shift

Operating Weight: 12395

Fuel Type: Diesel

John Deere 4240 vs. Similar Tractors

Power Output
Below Average
Greater than 29% of similar tractors.
Operating Weight
Average
Greater than 48% of similar tractors.

Technical Specifications

Engine

Manufacturer
John Deere
Model
-
Cooling Type
Liquid-cooled
Cylinder Orientation
Inline
Valve Configuration
-
Fuel Type
Diesel
Induction Type
Natural aspirated
Cylinders
6
Displacement (ci)
466
Bore (in)
4.57
Stroke (in)
4.76
Rated RPM
2200
Power Output (hp)
110

Transmission

Type
Partial power shift
Forward Gears
16
Reverse Gears
6
Total Gears
-

Dimensions

Length (in)
156.3
Width (in)
95.7
Height (in)
-
Operating Weight (lb)
12395

Power Take-Off (PTO)

PTO Type
Independent
PTO Speed 1 (rpm)
540
PTO Speed 2 (rpm)
1000
PTO Speed 3 (rpm)
-

Miscellaneous

Chassis
4x2 2WD
Drive Type
-
Steering Type
Power
Coolant Capacity (qts)
30
Front Tire Diameter (in)
-
Front Tire Width (in)
-
Rear Tire Diameter (in)
-
Rear Tire Width (in)
-
Front/Rear Rim Diameter (in)
-
Tire Type
Ag
Manufacture - End Year
1982
Hitch Type
-
Hitch Category
II/I
Hitch Position
Rear
Hitch Capacity (lb)
-
Operator Station Type
Sound-Gard cab standard
Starter Type
Electric
Brake Type
Differential hydraulic wet disc
Hydraulic System Type
Closed center