John Deere 440

Last Updated: September 2024

Overview

The John Deere 440 is an industrial tractor made from 1958 to 1960 in Dubuque, Iowa. It's a 2WD machine with power steering, making it easy to handle. The tractor has a 5-speed gear transmission with one reverse gear, giving drivers good control over speed.

Under the hood, the 440 has a General Motors 2-53 diesel engine. This engine has 2 cylinders and is liquid-cooled to keep it running smoothly. It's smaller than most tractor engines, with 106 cubic inches of displacement. The tractor weighs 4,080 pounds, which is on the lighter side for industrial tractors. It has a rear hitch and a PTO that spins at 540 rpm, useful for running attachments. The 440 can use many different tools for industrial jobs. It has an open operator station and starts with an electric starter. The fuel tank holds 10.5 US gallons, letting you work for a while before refueling.
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Key Specifications

Category: Industrial

Transmission: Gear type with dry disc clutch

Drive Type: 2WD

Operating Weight: 4080 lb (1851 kg)

Fuel Type: Diesel

John Deere 440 vs. Similar Tractors

Operating Weight

The Operating Weight for the John Deere 440 is Average. It is greater than 35% of similar Industrial tractors in our database.

Operating weight distribution of Industrial tractors

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Engine Displacement

The Engine Displacement for the John Deere 440 is Below Average. It is greater than 21% of similar Industrial tractors in our database.

Engine displacement distribution of Industrial tractors

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Technical Specifications

Engine

Manufacturer
General Motors
Model
2-53
Cooling Type
Liquid-cooled
Cylinder Orientation
Inline
Fuel Type
Diesel
Cylinders
2
Displacement
106 ci (1.7 L)
Bore
3.86 in (98.0 mm)
Stroke
4.49 in (114.0 mm)

Transmission

Type
Gear type with dry disc clutch
Forward Gears
5
Reverse Gears
1

Drivetrain

Chassis
4x2 2WD
Drive Type
2WD
Steering Type
Power assist