John Deere
540B
Farm tractor · 1976–1986 · 96 hp
John Deere540B
The John Deere 540B is a farm tractor manufactured from 1976 to 1986. It features a 96 hp engine, and four-post steering. The transmission is a full power shift type with 8 forward and 4 reverse.
Engine
| Fuel Type | diesel |
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| Cylinders | 4 |
| Cooling | liquid-cooled |
| Turbocharger Status | turbocharged diesel |
| Displacement | 276 ci (4.5 L) |
| Bore | 4.19 in (106 mm) |
| Stroke | 5 in (127 mm) |
| Compression Ratio | 16.7 |
| Power Gross | 96 hp (71.6 kW) |
| Power Net | 90 hp (67.1 kW) |
| Torque Peak | 270 lb-ft (366.1 Nm) |
| Torque Peak | 1,400 RPM |
| Starter Volts | 12 |
| Starter Type | electric |
| Oil Capacity | 14 qts (13.2 L) |
| Coolant Capacity | 32 qts (30.3 L) |
| Manufacturer | John Deere |
| Rated | 2,200 RPM |
Transmission
| Transmission Type | full power shift |
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| Gears | 8 forward and 4 reverse |
| Oil Capacity | 32 qts (30.3 L) |
| Available Options | 8-speed full power shift |
Hydraulics
| Type | closed center |
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| Pump Flow | 33.4 gpm (126.4 lpm) |
| Pressure | 2,000 psi (137.9 bar) |
Dimensions
| Length | 242.5 in (615 cm) |
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| Width | 103.9 in (263 cm) |
| Height Rops | 115 in (292 cm) |
| Wheelbase | 106 in (269 cm) |
Weight
| Weight | 18,675 lbs (8,470 kg) |
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| Operating | 18,675 lbs (8,470 kg) |
Fuel
| Capacity | 42 gal (159 L) |
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Steering
| Type | four-post |
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Cab
| Cab | optional with heat |
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