| Manufacturer |
John Deere |
| Price |
- |
| Model |
9RT 540 |
| Equipment Type |
4wd Track Tractors |
| Factory |
USA |
KEY SPECS
| Engine description |
JD14 (B20 diesel compatible) |
| Engine displacement |
13.6L / 827cu in |
| Rated engine power |
397kW / 540hp |
| Maximum engine power |
437kW / 594hp |
| Rated PTO power (hp SAE) |
249kW / 335hp |
| Transmission type |
John Deere e18 18-speed Power Shift with Efficiency Manager: 40km/h / 25mph |
| Hydraulic pump rated output |
Standard: 208L/min / 55gpm Optional: 416L/min / 110gpm |
| Rear hitch category (SAE designation) |
Category 4N/N: 6804kg / 15,000lb Category 4N/N: 9072kg / 20,000lb |
| Base machine weight |
21,512kg / 47,326lb |
ENGINE SPECIFICATIONS
The John Deere 9RT 540 tractor features a robust 13.6L in-line six engine with advanced dual turbocharging and air-to-air aftercooling, optimizing power delivery while maintaining high efficiency at a rated speed of 2100 rpm. Its wet-sleeve cylinder liners enhance durability and facilitate easier engine servicing, while the Final Tier 4 emissions compliance ensures lower environmental impact, utilizing DOC and SCR after-treatment systems. Ideal for demanding agricultural applications, the tractor's specifications balance power, efficiency, and sustainability under rigorous operating conditions.
| Description |
JD14 (B20 diesel compatible) |
| Engine type |
In-line six, four valve |
| Engine family |
MJDXL13.5334 |
| Rated speed |
2100 rpm |
| Aspiration |
Dual series turbo charger with fixed geometry first stage and waste gated second stage; air-to-air aftercooling and cooled exhaust gas recirculation (EGR) |
| Cylinders liners |
Wet-sleeve |
| Emission level |
Final Tier 4 (FT4) |
| After treatment type |
Diesel oxidation catalyst (DOC)/selective catalytic reduction (SCR) |
| Displacement |
13.6L / 827cu in |
ENGINE PERFORMANCE
The John Deere 9RT 540 delivers a robust rated power of 540 hp and a substantial engine peak torque of 2492 Nm at 1550 rpm, making it highly effective for demanding agricultural tasks such as deep tillage and heavy lifting. Its rated PTO power of 335 hp, combined with a 38 percent PTO torque rise, enhances performance for power-hungry implements. The 10 percent power boost capability ensures optimal efficiency during peak load scenarios, but operators should be aware of potential engine stress under sustained high-performance usage.
| Rated power |
397kW / 540hp |
| Rated PTO power (hp SAE) |
249kW / 335hp |
| Power boost |
10 percent |
| Maximum engine power |
437kW / 594hp |
| Engine peak torque |
At 1550 rpm: 2492Nm / 1838lb-ft |
| PTO torque rise |
38 percent |
HYDRAULIC SYSTEM
| Type |
Closed-center, pressure-and-flow compensated |
| Pump rated output |
Standard: 208L/min / 55gpm Optional: 416L/min / 110gpm |
| Available flow at a single rear SCV |
1.3-cm (1/2-in.) couplers: 132L/min / 35gpm 1.9-cm / (3/4-in.) couplers: 170L/min / 45gpm |
| Number of rear selective control valves (SCVs) |
Four to six factory or field installed Base: four 1.3-cm / (1/2-in.) couplers Optional: five to six 1.3-cm / (1/2-in.) couplers factory installed Optional: three 1.9-cm / (3/4-in.) couplers plus three 1.3-cm (1/2-in.) couplers factory installed |
| SCV control |
Electronic |
REAR HITCH
| Hitch category (SAE designation) |
Category 4N/N: 6804kg / 15,000lb Category 4N/N: 9072kg / 20,000lb |
| Maximum lift capacity behind lift points |
Category 4N/4: 9072kg / 20,000lb |
| Sensing type |
Electrohydraulic with draft sensing |
DRAWBAR
| Drawbar category |
Standard: Category 5 with heavy-duty drawbar support Optional: Category 5 |
| Maximum vertical load |
5440kg / 12,000lb |
REAR POWER TAKE-OFF (PTO)
| Type |
Independent 44mm / (1.75 in.) 20-spline, 1000 rpm |
| PTO actuation |
Electrohydraulic |
REAR AXLE
| Final drive type |
Outboard planetary |
TRACKS
| Drive type |
Camso 4500 and 6500 General Ag Series - friction drive track belts |
| Track width |
Standard: 762mm / 30in. Optional: 914mm / 36in |
| Mid-rollers |
Four |
STEERING
| Type |
Heavy-duty steering pump: 130cc / 7.9cu in |
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
| Alternator size |
Standard: 250 amp Optional: 330 amp |
| Battery options |
12 V |
| Working lights |
Standard: 18 halogen Optional: 18 or 24 LED plus 8 LED convenience lights |
| Type of bulb in headlight (Halogen, Zenon, LED) |
Standard: halogen, 65W Optional: LED |
| Total cold cranking amps |
3 x 925 CCA Total: 2775 CCA |
OPERATOR STATION
| Seat |
Degree of seat swivel, left hand 25 degree (angle)Degree of seat swivel, right hand 40 degree (angle)Air suspension |
| Instructional seat |
Standard |
| Display |
Standard: G5Plus Command Center: 32.5cm / 12.8in. |
| Radio |
Standard: AM/FM stereo with weather band, remote controls, auxiliary input jack, four speakers and external antenna Optional: Touchscreen radio |
| Inner cab volume |
3.27m / 3115cu ft |
| Cab glass area |
6.64m / 271.47sq ft |
DIMENSIONS
| Wheelbase |
2947mm / 116in. |
| Overall length |
With front weights, excluding hitch and coupler: 6965mm / 274.2in. With front weights, including hitch and coupler: 7201mm / 283.5in. |
| Drawbar clearance |
381mm / 15in. |
| Approximate shipping weight, Open;Cab |
20,582kg / 45,375lb |
WEIGHT
| Base machine weight |
21,512kg / 47,326lb |
| Maximum ballast level |
24,494kg / 54,000lb |
CAPACITIES
| Crankcase oil volume |
64L / 16.9gal. U.S |
| Fuel tank |
1324L / 350gal. U.S |
| Diesel exhaust fluid (DEF) tank |
93.9L / 24.8gal. U.S |
| Cooling system |
56.5L / 14.9gal. U.S |
| Transmission-hydraulic system |
With 3-point hitch and PTO: 307.8L / 81.3gal. U.S Without 3-point hitch and PTO: 300L / 79.3gal. U.S |
| Interval for hydraulic/transmission oil change |
1500 hours |
| Interval for engine coolant change |
6000 hours |
PRECISION AG
| Guidance |
Integrated AutoTrac |
| Telematic |
Available with JD Link hardware, activations, and Ethernet harnesses (availability dependent upon destination) |
| Remote diagnostics |
Available with activated JDLink hardware and activations |
MISCELLANEOUS
| Country of manufacture |
USA |
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
