John Deere

540A

Farm tractor · 1965–1975 · 104 hp

The John Deere 540A is a farm tractor manufactured from 1965 to 1975. It features a 104 hp engine, and four-post steering. The transmission is a full power shift type with 8 forward and 4 reverse.

Engine

Fuel Typediesel
Cylinders6
Coolingliquid-cooled
Displacement329 ci (5.4 L)
Bore4.02 in (102 mm)
Stroke4.33 in (110 mm)
Compression Ratio16.7
Power Gross104 hp (77.6 kW)
Power Net94 hp (70.1 kW)
Torque Peak240 lb-ft (325.4 Nm)
Torque Peak1,300 RPM
Air Cleanerdry
Starter Volts12
Starter Typeelectric
Oil Capacity15 qts (14.2 L)
Coolant Capacity24 qts (22.7 L)
ManufacturerJohn Deere
Rated2,500 RPM

Transmission

Transmission Typefull power shift
Gears8 forward and 4 reverse
Clutchhydraulic wet discs
Oil Capacity32 qts (30.3 L)
Available Options8-speed full power shift

Hydraulics

Typeclosed center
Pump Flow28 gpm (106 lpm)
Pressure2,000 psi (137.9 bar)

Electrical

Battery Volts12
Charging Systemalternator

Dimensions

Height Rops114 in (289 cm)
Wheelbase103.5 in (262 cm)

Weight

Weight12,850 lbs (5,828 kg)
Operating12,850 lbs (5,828 kg)

Tires & Tracks

Front Ag18.4-26
Rear Ag18.4-26
Front Industrial18.4-26, 18.4-34
Rear Industrial18.4-26, 23.1-26, 28.1-26, 18.4-34, 23.1-26, 28.1-26

Fuel

Capacity42 gal (159 L)

Steering

Typefour-post