John Deere
940
Farm tractor · 1980–1986 · 42 hp
John Deere940
The John Deere 940 is a farm tractor manufactured from 1980 to 1986. It features a John Deere engine, and four-post steering. The transmission is a collar shift type with 8 forward and 4 reverse.
Engine
| Engine | John Deere |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type | diesel |
| Cylinders | 3 |
| Cooling | liquid-cooled |
| Displacement | 179 ci (2.9 L) |
| Bore | 4.19 in (106 mm) |
| Stroke | 4.33 in (110 mm) |
| Compression Ratio | 16.8 |
| Power Gross | 42.9 hp (32 kW) |
| Power Rated | 42.9 hp (32 kW) |
| Power PTO | 38.9 hp (29 kW) |
| Starter Volts | 12 |
| Oil Capacity | 7.4 qts (7 L) |
| Coolant Capacity | 11.1 qts (10.5 L) |
| Manufacturer | John Deere |
| Rated | 2,400 RPM |
Transmission
| Transmission Type | collar shift |
|---|---|
| Gears | 8 forward and 4 reverse |
| Clutch | dry disc |
| Available Options | 8-speed collar shift, 16-speed two-speed power shift |
Hydraulics
| Type | closed center |
|---|---|
| Pump Flow | 6.1 gpm (23.1 lpm) |
| Pressure | 2,756 psi (190 bar) |
| System Capacity | 10.8 gal (40.9 L) |
Hitch
| Rear Type | II/I |
|---|---|
| Rear Lift | 4,878 lbs (2,212 kg) |
Dimensions
| Length | 138 in (350 cm) |
|---|---|
| Width | 65.4 in (166 cm) |
| Height Rops | 94.1 in (239 cm) |
| Wheelbase | 74.4 in (188 cm) |
| Front Tread | 49.6 in (125 cm) |
| Rear Tread | 53.5 in (135 cm) |
Weight
| Shipping | 5,004 lbs (2,269 kg) |
|---|
Tires & Tracks
| Front Ag | 6.50-16, 7.50-16 |
|---|---|
| Rear Ag | 12.4-32, 9.5-36 |
Fuel
| Capacity | 20.6 gal (78 L) |
|---|
Steering
| Type | four-post |
|---|
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|---|---|---|---|
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| Land Pride RCR1260 | Rotary Cutters | 60" | 20 hp |
| Land Pride RCR1860 | Rotary Cutters | 60" | 20 hp |
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| BEFCO BRC-142 | Rotary Cutters | 42" | 20 hp |
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| Land Pride RCF2072 | Rotary Cutters | 72" | 20 hp |
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| BEFCO BRC-148 | Rotary Cutters | 48" | 25 hp |
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| BEFCO BRC-160 | Rotary Cutters | 60" | 30 hp |
| BEFCO BRC-260 | Rotary Cutters | 60" | 30 hp |
| BEFCO BRC-272 | Rotary Cutters | 72" | 35 hp |
| BEFCO BRC-172 | Rotary Cutters | 72" | 35 hp |
| Land Pride RCF2760 | Rotary Cutters | 60" | 35 hp |
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Box Blades
| Model | Type | Width | Min HP |
|---|---|---|---|
| Land Pride BB3584 | Box Blades | 84" | 45 hp |
| Land Pride BB3596 | Box Blades | 96" | 45 hp |
| Land Pride BB3578 | Box Blades | 78" | 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.