Quick answer:
The John Deere 40R transmission listing shows 12F/12R gears and 12-speed. Top forward speed is 24.9 mph. Transmission options include hydrostatic.
Forward/reverse gears12F/12R
Forward speed40 km/h
Transmission optionshydrostatic
John Deere 40R Transmission Specs
| Forward/reverse gears | 12F/12R |
|---|---|
| Transmission gear count | 12-speed |
| Top forward speed | 24.9 mph |
| Transmission options | hydrostatic |
| Transmission type | hydrostatic |
Transmission Speed Comparison Chart
Top forward speed comparison
John Deere 40R Extra Transmission Notes
| Gear note | For the John Deere 40R, the main transmission numbers captured here are 12F/12R forward/reverse gears and a 12-speed transmission figure. These are the specs buyers usually compare first because they show the usable gearing range |
|---|---|
| Speed note | The available speed figure for the John Deere 40R is 24.9 mph forward. Reverse speed was not captured cleanly in this row |
| Options note | Transmission options captured for the John Deere 40R include hydrostatic. That keeps the option listing fairly simple, but the exact package should still be checked on the individual tractor |
Official information note
Mistakes do happen. Transmission specs can change by year, trim, region, tire size and option package. Please check the operator manual, build sheet and official deere.com website for official information.







