John Deere
1640
Farm tractor · 1979–1987 · 62 hp
John Deere1640
The John Deere 1640 is a farm tractor manufactured from 1979 to 1987. It features a 62 hp engine, and four-post steering. The transmission is a gear type with 8 forward and 4 reverse.
Engine
| Power Gross | 62 hp (46.2 kW) |
|---|---|
| Power PTO | 54 hp (40.3 kW) |
Transmission
| Transmission Type | gear |
|---|---|
| Gears | 8 forward and 4 reverse |
| Available Options | 8-speed, 16-speed |
Hydraulics
| Type | closed center constant pressure |
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| Pump Flow | 12.4 gpm (46.9 lpm) |
| Pressure | 2,466 psi (170 bar) |
| System Capacity | 14.5 gal (54.9 L) |
Hitch
| Rear Type | II |
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| Rear Lift | 6,768 lbs (3,069 kg) |
Dimensions
| Length | 147 in (373 cm) |
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| Width | 81.5 in (207 cm) |
| Height Cab | 104.7 in (265 cm) |
| Wheelbase | 89.7 in (227 cm) |
| Front Tread | 53.5 in (135 cm) |
| Rear Tread | 59.1 in (150 cm) |
Weight
| Weight | 7,409 lbs (3,360 kg) |
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Tires & Tracks
| Front Ag | 7.50-18 |
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| Rear Ag | 13.6/12-38 |
Fuel
| Capacity | 25.1 gal (95 L) |
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Steering
| Type | four-post |
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Cab
| Cab | available with heater. SoundGard (SG2) cab available after 1981 |
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Compatible Implements
Rotary Cutters
| Model | Type | Width | Min HP |
|---|---|---|---|
| BEFCO BRC-248 | Rotary Cutters | 48" | 25 hp |
| BEFCO BRC-148 | Rotary Cutters | 48" | 25 hp |
| Bush Hog BH116 | Rotary Cutters | 68" | 25 hp |
| Bush Hog BH210-3 | Rotary Cutters | 60" | 25 hp |
| Land Pride RCR1272 | Rotary Cutters | 72" | 25 hp |
| Bush Hog BH210-3 variant 2 | Rotary Cutters | 72" | 30 hp |
| BEFCO BRC-260 | Rotary Cutters | 60" | 30 hp |
| BEFCO BRC-160 | Rotary Cutters | 60" | 30 hp |
| BEFCO RMD-360 | Rotary Cutters | 60" | 35 hp |
| BEFCO BRC-172 | Rotary Cutters | 72" | 35 hp |
| BEFCO BRC-272 | Rotary Cutters | 72" | 35 hp |
| Land Pride RCF2760 | Rotary Cutters | 60" | 35 hp |
| Land Pride RCF2772 | Rotary Cutters | 72" | 35 hp |
| Land Pride RCD1884 | Rotary Cutters | 84" | 35 hp |
| Bush Hog BH310-2 | Rotary Cutters | 60" | 35 hp |
| BEFCO RMD-372 | Rotary Cutters | 72" | 40 hp |
| Land Pride RCF2696 | Rotary Cutters | 96" | 40 hp |
| Bush Hog BH310 variant 2 | Rotary Cutters | 72" | 45 hp |
| Land Pride RCR1884 | Rotary Cutters | 84" | 45 hp |
| Land Pride RCF2084 | Rotary Cutters | 84" | 45 hp |
| Land Pride RCF3696 - 3PT | Rotary Cutters | 96" | 50 hp |
| Bush Hog BH210-3 variant 3 | Rotary Cutters | 84" | 50 hp |
| Land Pride RCF3096 - 3PT | Rotary Cutters | 96" | 50 hp |
| Land Pride RCR2596 - 3 PT | Rotary Cutters | 96" | 50 hp |
| Land Pride RCFM3696 - 3PT | Rotary Cutters | 96" | 50 hp |
| BEFCO RHD-472 | Rotary Cutters | 72" | 50 hp |
Box Blades
| Model | Type | Width | Min HP |
|---|---|---|---|
| Land Pride BB3578 | Box Blades | 78" | 45 hp |
| Land Pride BB3584 | Box Blades | 84" | 45 hp |
| Land Pride BB3596 | Box Blades | 96" | 45 hp |
Checked: 3-point hitch category, PTO horsepower. Not checked: PTO speed (540/1000), hydraulic flow, 3-point lift capacity, rear remotes, ballast.
These implements meet this tractor's hitch and PTO-HP requirements — this is not a full compatibility guarantee. Confirm the remaining specs with your dealer before purchasing.