John Deere

2040

Farm tractor · 1979–1987 · 70 hp

John Deere2040
EngineTransmissionHydraulicsHitchDimensionsWeightTires & TracksFuelSteeringCabCompatible ImplementsNebraska TestsMore John Deere

The John Deere 2040 is a farm tractor manufactured from 1979 to 1987. It features a 70 hp engine, and power steering. The transmission is a partially synchronized type with 8 forward and 4 reverse.

Engine

Fuel Typediesel
Cylinders4
Coolingliquid-cooled
Displacement239.2 ci (3.9 L)
Bore4.19 in (106 mm)
Stroke4.33 in (110 mm)
Compression Ratio16.8
Power Gross70 hp (52.2 kW)
Power Rated70 hp (52.2 kW)
Power PTO40.44 hp (45.5 kW)
Starter Volts12
Oil Capacity9 qts (8.5 L)
Coolant Capacity19 qts (18 L)
ManufacturerJohn Deere
Rated2,500 RPM

Transmission

Transmission Typepartially synchronized
Gears8 forward and 4 reverse
Transmission DescriptionFour synchronized gears in two ranges (low/high) plus reverse range.
Oil Capacity58.1 qts (55 L)
Available Options8-speed partially synchronized, 16-speed

Hydraulics

Typeclosed center
Pump Flow12.42 gpm (47 lpm)
Pressure2,466 psi (170 bar)
System Capacity14.5 gal (54.9 L)

Hitch

Rear TypeII
Rear Lift6,768 lbs (3,069 kg)

Dimensions

Length154.5 in (392 cm)
Width81.5 in (207 cm)
Height Cab104.7 in (265 cm)
Wheelbase90 in (228 cm)
Front Tread59.1 in (150 cm)
Rear Tread59.1 in (150 cm)

Weight

Operating7,771 lbs (3,524 kg)

Tires & Tracks

Front Ag11.2-28
Rear Ag13.6/12-38

Fuel

Capacity25.1 gal (95 L)

Steering

Typepower

Cab

Caboptional. SoundGard (SG2) cab available after 1981

Compatible Implements

Rotary Cutters

ModelTypeWidthMin HP
Land Pride RCR1548Rotary Cutters48"20 hp
Land Pride RCF2060Rotary Cutters60"20 hp
Bush Hog BH115Rotary Cutters56"20 hp
Land Pride RCR1260Rotary Cutters60"20 hp
Land Pride RCR1860Rotary Cutters60"20 hp
Land Pride RCR1872Rotary Cutters72"20 hp
BEFCO BRC-242Rotary Cutters42"20 hp
BEFCO BRC-142Rotary Cutters42"20 hp
Land Pride RCR1248Rotary Cutters48"20 hp
Land Pride RCF2072Rotary Cutters72"20 hp
BEFCO BRC-148Rotary Cutters48"25 hp
Land Pride RCR1272Rotary Cutters72"25 hp
Bush Hog BH210-3Rotary Cutters60"25 hp
Bush Hog BH116Rotary Cutters68"25 hp
BEFCO BRC-248Rotary Cutters48"25 hp
BEFCO BRC-260Rotary Cutters60"30 hp
Bush Hog BH210-3 variant 2Rotary Cutters72"30 hp
BEFCO BRC-160Rotary Cutters60"30 hp
Land Pride RCD1884Rotary Cutters84"35 hp
BEFCO BRC-172Rotary Cutters72"35 hp
Land Pride RCF2760Rotary Cutters60"35 hp
BEFCO BRC-272Rotary Cutters72"35 hp
BEFCO RMD-360Rotary Cutters60"35 hp
Land Pride RCF2772Rotary Cutters72"35 hp
Bush Hog BH310-2Rotary Cutters60"35 hp
BEFCO RMD-372Rotary Cutters72"40 hp
Land Pride RCF2696Rotary Cutters96"40 hp

Box Blades

ModelTypeWidthMin HP
Land Pride BB3596Box Blades96"45 hp
Land Pride BB3578Box Blades78"45 hp
Land Pride BB3584Box Blades84"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.

Nebraska Tests

NTTLTest #1393
May 26 to June 6, 1981 Hp shaft Barometer speed (kW) inch Hg

Nebraska Tractor Test

PTO Power
40.44HP
Drawbar
32.35HP
Sound
85.5dB(A)
NTTLTest #1350
May 27 to June 3, 1980 Temperature °F (°C) Fuel Consumption Crank Power Barometer Air Air Hp shaft JOHN DEERE WERKE

Nebraska Tractor Test

PTO Power
41.25HP
Sound
85.5dB(A)
NTTLTest #1393
May 26 to June 6, 1981 Hp shaft Barometer speed (kW) inch Hg

Nebraska Tractor Test

PTO Power
40.44HP
Drawbar
32.35HP
Sound
85.5dB(A)
NTTLTest #1350
May 27 to June 3, 1980 Temperature °F (°C) Fuel Consumption Crank Power Barometer Air Air Hp shaft JOHN DEERE WERKE

Nebraska Tractor Test

PTO Power
41.25HP
Sound
85.5dB(A)