John Deere 4640

Last Updated: September 2024

Overview

The John Deere 4640 is a powerful row crop tractor made from 1978 to 1982. It has a strong 6-cylinder diesel engine that makes 155 horsepower. This engine is turbocharged and intercooled, which helps it work hard in the fields. The tractor has a 2-wheel drive system and uses hydrostatic power steering to make turning easy.

This tractor is big and heavy, weighing 15,700 pounds. It has a partial power shift transmission with 16 forward gears and 6 reverse gears. This gives the driver lots of options for different speeds. The 4640 has a three-point hitch at the back that can lift up to 7,320 pounds, which is above average for tractors. It also has a 1000 rpm PTO for running equipment. The tractor comes with a Sound-Gard cab to keep the driver comfortable and safe. It has wet disc brakes and a differential lock to help control the tractor in tough conditions.
Show more...

Key Specifications

Category: Row Crop

Power Output: 155 hp (115.6 kW)

Transmission: Partial power shift

Drive Type: 2WD

Operating Weight: 15700 lb (7121 kg)

Fuel Type: Diesel

John Deere 4640 vs. Similar Tractors

Power Output

The Power Output for the John Deere 4640 is Average. It is greater than 59% of similar Row Crop tractors in our database.

Horsepower distribution of Row Crop tractors

(across 1.1K+ tractors in our database)

Operating Weight

The Operating Weight for the John Deere 4640 is Average. It is greater than 69% of similar Row Crop tractors in our database.

Operating weight distribution of Row Crop tractors

(across 1.3K+ tractors in our database)

Engine Displacement

The Engine Displacement for the John Deere 4640 is Above Average. It is greater than 82% of similar Row Crop tractors in our database.

Engine displacement distribution of Row Crop tractors

(across 1K+ tractors in our database)

Engine Rated RPM

The Engine Rated RPM for the John Deere 4640 is Average. It is greater than 58% of similar Row Crop tractors in our database.

Engine rated RPM distribution of Row Crop tractors

(across 1K+ tractors in our database)

Technical Specifications

Engine

Manufacturer
John Deere
Model
John Deere
Cooling Type
Liquid-cooled
Cylinder Orientation
Inline
Valve Configuration
OHV
Fuel Type
Diesel
Induction Type
Turbocharged intercooled
Cylinders
6
Displacement
466 ci (7.6 L)
Bore
4.56 in (115.9 mm)
Stroke
4.75 in (120.6 mm)
Rated RPM
2200
Power Output
155 hp (115.6 kW)

Transmission

Drivetrain