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John Deere 2840

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.

ManufacturerJohn DeerePower89 hpEngine6-cylTransTwo-speed power shift
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Quick specs

Category
Utility
Engine Power Output
89hp
Operating Weight
8,700 lb
Transmission
Two-speed power shift
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At a glance

How the 2840 compares

vs. Utility median

Distribution

Engine Power (hp)

Across all Utility tractors

89 hp · 77th

This model

9
Median 55 hp
177
This modelUtility tractorsMediann = 5,383

The 2840 ranks at the 77th percentile for engine power among recorded utility tractors.

Overview

About the John Deere 2840

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.

Full specifications

Every recorded spec

General

ManufacturerJohn Deere
Model2840
CategoryUtility tractor
Type4x2 2WD
Years built1977–1979
Operating weight8,700lb

Engine

MakeJohn Deere
Power89hp
Cylinders6
Displacement329ci
Bore4.02in
Stroke4.33in

Transmission

TypeTwo-speed power shift
Forward gears12
Reverse gears6

Chassis & drive

Chassis4x2 2WD
Drive2WD
SteeringPower assist
BrakesDifferential hydraulic wet disc
CabOpen operator station

Hydraulics

TypeClosed center

Power take-off

Rear PTOIndependent with hydraulic clutch
PTO speed540rpm

Dimensions

Length160in
Width90in
Height74in
Operating weight8,700lb

Capacities

Cooling system1.25gal

Head to head

2840 vs. Utility median

How the John Deere 2840 compares to other Utility tractors

SpecThis modelUtility medianDifferencePercentile
Engine Power89 hp55 hp+62%77th
Engine Displacement329 ci183 ci+80%85th
Cylinders64+50%93rd
Forward Gears1212at median50th
Operating Weight8,700 lb5,303 lb+64%80th
Length160 in137 in+17%77th
Width90 in66 in+36%92nd
Height74 in94.1 in-21%19th

Medians and percentiles are computed from the utility tractors in our database with a recorded value for each spec (sample sizes 3,9335,720 models).

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FAQ

Common questions

When was the John Deere 2840 made?

The John Deere 2840 was manufactured from 1977 to 1979.

What is the operating weight of the John Deere 2840?

In working trim, the John Deere 2840 comes in at roughly 8,700 lb.

Which transmission does the John Deere 2840 use?

The John Deere 2840 is equipped with a Two-speed power shift transmission with 12 forward gears.

What hydraulics does the John Deere 2840 have?

The John Deere 2840 uses a Closed center hydraulic system.

What three-point hitch category does the John Deere 2840 use?

The John Deere 2840 has a Category Category 3 three-point hitch.

What is the engine power output of the John Deere 2840?

Rated engine output for the John Deere 2840 is 89 hp, delivered by a 6-cylinder engine. The engine displaces 329 ci.

How do I maintain a John Deere 2840?

Routine service for the John Deere 2840 covers engine oil and filter changes, hydraulic and coolant level checks, air filter cleaning, and scheduled inspections. Refer to the manufacturer's maintenance schedule for exact intervals.