The John Deere 4640 is a large and powerful machine. It’s engine has a max power output of 50 hp. The JD 4640 is built on a choice of chassis. The standard option is a 4X2 2WD chassis, while there is also the option of a 4X4 MFWD 4WD chassis. There are a range of tires that are designed for this tractor. The tractor is quite heavy when operational, with dual tires attached, it weighs in at 7121 kg (15,700 lbs). If max safe ballasted weight is 8430 kg (18,585 lbs). The total length of this tractor comes to 4.34 m (171 inches) and it has a wheelbase of 3 m (118.5 inches).

The John Deere 4640 uses a set of differential hydraulic wet disc brakes to control it’s speed. On the 2WD model, when the brakes are being used it has a minimum turning radius of 4.1 m. The JD 4640 also utilizes a pedal actuated hydraulic differential lock for greater control. The hydraulics system on this tractor is powered by the 155 hp engine. This hydraulics system is closed and holds up to 62.5 liters (16.5 US gallons) of hydraulic fluid. This system powers the rear category 3 hitch. The hitch has a maximum safe lifting capacity of 3323 kg (7328 lbs). The fuel tank on this tractor can hold up to 314.2 liters (83 US gallons) of diesel.

If you are looking for similar machines to the John Deere 4640 but that aren’t quite as powerful, then you may be interested in the John Deere 4240 or the John Deere 4440 utility tractors that are also part of the Iron Horse series of tractors. If you have ever owned or used a JD 4640, then feel free to leave a review of you experiences with it (whether good or bad). Try to include as much information as possible to give a balanced and fair review.

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