McCormick-Deering T-40
The McCormick-Deering T-40 is a powerful tractor built for tough farm work. It has a diesel engine made by International Harvester with four cylinders. This engine is liquid-cooled and can produce up to 43.56 horsepower. The tractor has a gear transmission with five forward gears and one reverse gear, giving farmers good control over their speed. This tractor is big and strong, weighing 12,625 pounds. It's 141 inches long, 65 inches wide, and 65 inches tall. The T-40 has tracks instead of wheels, which helps it move well on different types of ground. It has a Category 3 hitch, which means it can handle heavy farm equipment. The tractor can use up to 2.67 gallons of fuel per hour when working hard, showing it's ready for big jobs on the farm.
Quick specs
- Category
- Crawler
- Operating Weight
- 12,625 lb
- Transmission
- Gear
Overview
About the McCormick-Deering T-40
The McCormick-Deering T-40 is a powerful tractor built for tough farm work. It has a diesel engine made by International Harvester with four cylinders. This engine is liquid-cooled and can produce up to 43.56 horsepower. The tractor has a gear transmission with five forward gears and one reverse gear, giving farmers good control over their speed. This tractor is big and strong, weighing 12,625 pounds. It's 141 inches long, 65 inches wide, and 65 inches tall. The T-40 has tracks instead of wheels, which helps it move well on different types of ground. It has a Category 3 hitch, which means it can handle heavy farm equipment. The tractor can use up to 2.67 gallons of fuel per hour when working hard, showing it's ready for big jobs on the farm.
Full specifications
Every recorded spec
General
| Manufacturer | McCormick-Deering |
|---|---|
| Model | T-40 |
| Category | Crawler tractor |
| Type | Enclosed gear |
| Operating weight | 12,625lb |
Engine
| Make | International Harvester |
|---|---|
| Cylinders | 4 |
| Displacement | 298.2ci |
| Bore | 4.75in |
| Stroke | 6.5in |
Transmission
| Type | Gear |
|---|---|
| Forward gears | 5 |
| Reverse gears | 1 |
Chassis & drive
| Chassis | Enclosed gear |
|---|---|
| Drive | TraclTayer |
Dimensions
| Length | 141in |
|---|---|
| Width | 65in |
| Height | 65in |
| Operating weight | 12,625lb |
Capacities
| Cooling system | 12gal |
|---|
Head to head
T-40 vs. Crawler median
How the McCormick-Deering T-40 compares to other Crawler tractors
| Spec | This model | Crawler median | Difference | Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine Displacement | 298 ci | 468 ci | -36% | 40th |
| Cylinders | 4 | 6 | -33% | 33rd |
| Forward Gears | 5 | 10 | -50% | 25th |
| Operating Weight | 12,625 lb | 23,320 lb | -46% | 41st |
| Length | 141 in | 146 in | -3% | 47th |
| Width | 65 in | 79.5 in | -18% | 35th |
| Height | 65 in | 90.6 in | -28% | 19th |
Medians and percentiles are computed from the crawler tractors in our database with a recorded value for each spec (sample sizes 134–192 models).
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FAQ
Common questions
How many cylinders does the McCormick-Deering T-40 have?
The McCormick-Deering T-40 runs a 4-cylinder engine with a displacement of 298.2 ci.
What hitch category is the McCormick-Deering T-40?
The McCormick-Deering T-40 uses a Category Category 3 hitch.
What is the working weight of the McCormick-Deering T-40?
The operating weight of the McCormick-Deering T-40 is approximately 12,625 lb.
What type of transmission does the McCormick-Deering T-40 have?
The McCormick-Deering T-40 uses a Gear transmission offering 5 forward gears.
What routine service does the McCormick-Deering T-40 need?
Regular maintenance for the McCormick-Deering T-40 includes checking and changing engine oil, hydraulic fluid, and filters, plus routine inspections as recommended in the owner's manual. Always follow the manufacturer's maintenance schedule for specific intervals and procedures.

