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New Holland 8240
The New Holland 8240 is a powerful utility tractor that was made from 1996 to 1997. It has a strong Ford Genesis engine with 6 cylinders and 106 horsepower. This engine is diesel-powered and liquid-cooled, making it great for tough farm work. The tractor has a very high engine displacement of 456 ci, which means it can handle big jobs easily. This tractor is built for comfort and ease of use. It has hydrostatic power steering, which makes it easy to turn and control. The SynchroShift transmission has 16 forward and 16 reverse gears, giving the driver lots of options for different tasks. The New Holland 8240 is also quite big, measuring 176 inches long and 83 inches wide. It weighs 10,882 pounds, which is above average for tractors like this. The tractor has a three-point hitch at the back, which lets it connect to many different farm tools. It also has special ag tires that work well in fields and on farms.
ManufacturerNew HollandPower106 hpEngine6-cylTransSynchroShift
Quick specs
- Category
- Utility
- Engine Power Output
- 106hp
- Operating Weight
- 10,882 lb
- Transmission
- SynchroShift
At a glance
How the 8240 compares
vs. Utility medianDistribution
Engine Power (hp)
Across all Utility tractors
106 hp · 86th
This model
9
Median 55 hp
177
This modelUtility tractorsMediann = 5,383
The 8240 ranks at the 86th percentile for engine power among recorded utility tractors.
Overview
About the New Holland 8240
The New Holland 8240 is a powerful utility tractor that was made from 1996 to 1997. It has a strong Ford Genesis engine with 6 cylinders and 106 horsepower. This engine is diesel-powered and liquid-cooled, making it great for tough farm work. The tractor has a very high engine displacement of 456 ci, which means it can handle big jobs easily. This tractor is built for comfort and ease of use. It has hydrostatic power steering, which makes it easy to turn and control. The SynchroShift transmission has 16 forward and 16 reverse gears, giving the driver lots of options for different tasks. The New Holland 8240 is also quite big, measuring 176 inches long and 83 inches wide. It weighs 10,882 pounds, which is above average for tractors like this. The tractor has a three-point hitch at the back, which lets it connect to many different farm tools. It also has special ag tires that work well in fields and on farms.
Full specifications
Every recorded spec
General
| Manufacturer | New Holland |
|---|---|
| Model | 8240 |
| Category | Utility tractor |
| Years built | 1996–1997 |
| Operating weight | 10,882lb |
Engine
| Make | Ford |
|---|---|
| Model | Genesis |
| Power | 106hp |
| Cylinders | 6 |
| Displacement | 456ci |
| Bore | 4.4in |
| Stroke | 5in |
Transmission
| Type | SynchroShift |
|---|---|
| Forward gears | 16 |
| Reverse gears | 16 |
Chassis & drive
| Steering | Hydrostatic power |
|---|
Hydraulics
| Type | Gear pump |
|---|
Dimensions
| Length | 176in |
|---|---|
| Width | 83in |
| Operating weight | 10,882lb |
Capacities
| Cooling system | 5.28gal |
|---|
Head to head
8240 vs. Utility median
How the New Holland 8240 compares to other Utility tractors
| Spec | This model | Utility median | Difference | Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine Power | 106 hp | 55 hp | +93% | 86th |
| Engine Displacement | 456 ci | 183 ci | +149% | 93rd |
| Cylinders | 6 | 4 | +50% | 93rd |
| Forward Gears | 16 | 12 | +33% | 73rd |
| Operating Weight | 10,882 lb | 5,303 lb | +105% | 88th |
| Length | 176 in | 137 in | +29% | 89th |
| Width | 83 in | 66 in | +26% | 86th |
Medians and percentiles are computed from the utility tractors in our database with a recorded value for each spec (sample sizes 3,933–5,720 models).
Compare to tractors with similar specs
Commonly compared New Holland tractors
| Tractor | Engine Power | Operating Weight | Years | Compare |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| New Holland 7630 | 106 hp | 8,003 lb | 2002–2007 | Compare → |
| New Holland T4.105 | 106 hp | 6,768 lb | — | Compare → |
| New Holland PowerStar 110 | 107 hp | — | — | Compare → |
| New Holland T4.110 | 107 hp | 6,989 lb | 2015–2017 | Compare → |
| New Holland TS115A | 104.7 hp | 11,840 lb | 2003–2006 | Compare → |
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|---|---|---|---|---|
| Allis Chalmers 7010 | 105.77 hp | 11,260 lb | 1980–1981 | Compare → |
| Belarus 1052 | 105 hp | 7,209 lb | — | Compare → |
| Allis Chalmers D21 Series I | 103 hp | 9,500 lb | 1963–1965 | Compare → |
| AGCO LT90A | 110 hp | 8,820 lb | — | Compare → |
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FAQ
Common questions
What years was the New Holland 8240 manufactured?
Production of the New Holland 8240 ran from 1996 through 1997.
What three-point hitch category does the New Holland 8240 use?
The New Holland 8240 has a Category II three-point hitch.
How powerful is the New Holland 8240?
The New Holland 8240 has an engine power output of 106 hp. It is powered by a 6-cylinder engine displacing 456 ci.
What is the working weight of the New Holland 8240?
The operating weight of the New Holland 8240 is approximately 10,882 lb.
What type of transmission does the New Holland 8240 have?
The New Holland 8240 uses a SynchroShift transmission offering 16 forward gears.
What hydraulics does the New Holland 8240 have?
The New Holland 8240 uses a Gear pump hydraulic system.
What routine service does the New Holland 8240 need?
Regular maintenance for the New Holland 8240 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.