The John Deere 40C transmission listing shows 24F/24R gears and 4-speed. Top travel speed is 4.5 mph forward and 2.5 mph reverse. Transmission options include PowerShift.
Forward/reverse gears24F/24R
Forward speed7.2 km/h
Reverse speed4 km/h
Transmission optionsPowerShift
John Deere 40C Transmission Specs
Forward/reverse gears
24F/24R
Transmission gear count
4-speed
Top forward speed
4.5 mph
Top reverse speed
2.5 mph
Transmission options
PowerShift
Transmission type
Gear drive
Transmission Speed Comparison Chart
Top forward speed comparison
This model
4.5 mph
Average
17.9 mph
Low
1.6 mph
High
31.1 mph
Top reverse speed comparison
This model
2.5 mph
Average
11.4 mph
Low
1.7 mph
High
31.1 mph
John Deere 40C Extra Transmission Notes
Gear note
For the John Deere 40C, the main transmission numbers captured here are 24F/24R forward/reverse gears and a 4-speed transmission figure. These are the specs buyers usually compare first because they show the usable gearing range
Speed note
The John Deere 40C speed data lists 4.5 mph forward and 2.5 mph reverse. Reverse speed is noticeably lower than forward speed, which is common on many tractor transmissions
Options note
Transmission options captured for the John Deere 40C include PowerShift. 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.
