Quick answer:
The John Deere 240 transmission listing shows 6-speed. Top travel speed is 5.5 mph forward and 2.5 mph reverse. Transmission options include Gear drive.
Gear count6-speed
Forward speed8.9 km/h
Reverse speed4 km/h
Transmission optionsGear drive
John Deere 240 Transmission Specs
| Transmission gear count | 6-speed |
|---|---|
| Top forward speed | 5.5 mph |
| Top reverse speed | 2.5 mph |
| Transmission options | Gear drive |
| Transmission type | Gear drive |
Transmission Speed Comparison Chart
Top forward speed comparison
Top reverse speed comparison
John Deere 240 Extra Transmission Notes
| Gear note | The useful gear data for the John Deere 240 is a 6-speed transmission figure. This is the part of the transmission page that matters most for comparison shopping |
|---|---|
| Speed note | Speed-wise, the John Deere 240 data shows 5.5 mph going forward and 2.5 mph in reverse. Reverse speed is noticeably lower than forward speed, which is common on many tractor transmissions |
| Options note | The listed transmission choices for the John Deere 240 include Gear drive. 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.







