Industrial

John Deere 440C

The John Deere 440C is a tough industrial crawler tractor made from 1958 to 1960. It's built to handle heavy work on rough ground. This tractor has tracks instead of wheels, which helps it move well on different surfaces. The 440C has a diesel engine made by General Motors. It's a 2-cylinder engine that's cooled by liquid. The engine is smaller than most tractors, but it's strong enough for many jobs. The tractor weighs 7,275 lb, which is above average for its type. It has a gear-type transmission with 5 forward gears and 1 reverse gear. The tractor uses manual clutches for steering and has a 540 rpm PTO for running tools. It also has an open center hydraulic system and an electric starter. The fuel tank can hold 39.7 liters of diesel.

ManufacturerJohn DeereEngine2-cylinderTransmissionGear type with dry disc clutch
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Key specifications

Category
Industrial
Operating weight
7,275 lb
Transmission
Gear type with dry disc clutch
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Overview

About the John Deere 440C

The John Deere 440C is a tough industrial crawler tractor made from 1958 to 1960. It's built to handle heavy work on rough ground. This tractor has tracks instead of wheels, which helps it move well on different surfaces. The 440C has a diesel engine made by General Motors. It's a 2-cylinder engine that's cooled by liquid. The engine is smaller than most tractors, but it's strong enough for many jobs. The tractor weighs 7,275 lb, which is above average for its type. It has a gear-type transmission with 5 forward gears and 1 reverse gear. The tractor uses manual clutches for steering and has a 540 rpm PTO for running tools. It also has an open center hydraulic system and an electric starter. The fuel tank can hold 39.7 liters of diesel.

Full specifications

Recorded specifications

General

ManufacturerJohn Deere
Model440C
CategoryIndustrial tractor
TypeCrawler
Years built1958–1960
Operating weight7,275lb(3,300 kg)

Engine

MakeGeneral Motors
ModelGM 2-53
Cylinders2
Displacement106ci(1.74 L)
Bore3.86in(98.04 mm)
Stroke4.49in(114 mm)

Transmission

TypeGear type with dry disc clutch
Forward gears5
Reverse gears1

Chassis & drive

ChassisCrawler
SteeringManual clutches
BrakesContracting band
CabOpen operator station

Hydraulics

TypeOpen center

Power take-off

PTO speed540rpm

Dimensions

Operating weight7,275lb(3,300 kg)

Category medians

440C vs. Industrial median

John Deere 440C compared with other Industrial tractors

SpecThis modelIndustrial medianDifferencePercentile
Engine Displacement106 ci284 ci-63%9th
Cylinders24-50%5th
Forward Gears55at median50th
Operating Weight7,275 lb9,127 lb-20%36th

Medians and percentiles are calculated from the industrial tractors in the database that have a recorded value for each specification (sample size 43–55 models).

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FAQ

Frequently asked questions

When was the John Deere 440C made?

The John Deere 440C was manufactured from 1958 to 1960.

What is the operating weight of the John Deere 440C?

The John Deere 440C has an operating weight of about 7,275 lb.

Which transmission does the John Deere 440C use?

The John Deere 440C is equipped with a Gear type with dry disc clutch transmission with 5 forward gears.

What type of hydraulic system does the John Deere 440C use?

Hydraulics on the John Deere 440C are Open center.

How many cylinders does the John Deere 440C have?

The John Deere 440C runs a 2-cylinder engine with a displacement of 106 ci.

How do I maintain a John Deere 440C?

Routine service for the John Deere 440C 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.