The John Deere 4240 is a heavy-duty row-crop tractor built from 1978 to 1982 in Waterloo, Iowa. It sits above the 4230 with a larger 7.6L 466 diesel engine, strong closed-center hydraulics, and proven field performance.
General Specifications
Product Name
John Deere 4240
Type
Row-crop tractor
Brand
John Deere
Series
Iron Horses Series
Production Years
1978 to 1982
Engine
John Deere 466 ci / 7.6 L diesel
Fuel Type
Diesel
Cylinders
6
Aspiration
Naturally aspirated
PTO Horsepower
110 HP claimed / 111.06 HP tested
Drawbar Horsepower
93.38 HP tested
Rated RPM
2200 rpm
Transmission
16-speed partial power shift, 8-speed full power shift, 8-speed partially synchronized, or 13-speed creeper
Drive
2WD or HFWD 4WD
Hydraulic System
Closed-center
Hydraulic Capacity
11 gal / 41.6 L
Hydraulic Pump Flow
23 gpm / 87.1 L/min
Rear Hitch
Category II/I
Rear Lift
5,732 lb / 2,600 kg, optional 6,766 lb / 3,069 kg
Rear PTO
Independent
PTO Speeds
540 / 1000 rpm
Wheelbase
106.6 in / 270 cm
Weight
10,900 to 12,395 lb
Fuel Tank
46 gal / 174.1 L
Cooling System
30 qt / 28.4 L
Engine Oil Capacity
17 qt / 16.1 L
Higher Than Average 4240 Specs
111.06 HPTested PTO Power
93.38 HPTested Drawbar
23 gpmHydraulics
12,395 lbUpper Weight
17 qtOil Capacity
4240 Compared To Average Tractor
PTO Power
111 HP
Average
70 HP
Weight
12,395 lb
Average
7,500 lb
Hydraulics
23 gpm
Average
15 gpm
Best For
Heavy tillage and plowing
Hay and field work
Loader work
Large PTO implements
Classic farm tractor use
Not Best For
Small properties
Tight maneuvering areas
Light-duty-only work
Buyers wanting a compact tractor
Engine
The John Deere 4240 uses a naturally aspirated 466 cubic inch / 7.6L 6-cylinder diesel engine. It is simple, strong, and one of the key reasons the 4240 still has a strong reputation.
Hydraulics
The 4240 uses a closed-center hydraulic system with 11 gallons capacity and 23 gpm pump flow, giving it strong hydraulic performance for its age.
Transmission
Transmission options included 16-speed partial power shift, 8-speed full power shift, 8-speed partially synchronized, and 13-speed creeper versions.
Weight and Stability
The John Deere 4240 weighs 10,900 to 12,395 lb depending on setup. That gives it solid traction and stability for field work and heavier implements.
Oil Capacity
The John Deere 4240 takes 17 quarts / 16.1 litres of engine oil.
Summary
The John Deere 4240 is a proven Iron Horses row-crop tractor with 110 claimed PTO HP, 111.06 tested PTO HP, a 466 ci / 7.6L 6-cylinder diesel engine, 23 gpm closed-center hydraulics, and 17 quarts of engine oil capacity.
