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John Deere 40 was the smallest model of the new numbered series and the successor to the earlier M. The 1.6-liter gasoline engine had a higher compression ratio and a higher nominal rpm than before, which increased the power. The 4-speed transmission remained unchanged. The telescopic steering column was removed, but now the seat slid on rails and its backrest was adjustable. In 1952, Harry Ferguson’s patents were invalidated in court, and other manufacturers were able to take advantage of them.

The model 40 was the first John Deere to use a three-point hitch equipped with a draft control system. There were many versions in the 40 series. The front axle came in wide, adjustable, or narrow row-crop versions; there was also a single front wheel version. A high-clearance version, a vegetable farming model, and a crawler version were also available. A new concept was Utility, which Ford had already introduced into production earlier. It replaced the previous industrial model and was lower than the basic versions. Its intended uses included road and front loader work.

The belt pulley was now an optional accessory. In contrast, the hydraulic lift, external hydraulics, and electric starter were standard equipment. Ninety-seven percent of 40 models were sold with a gasoline engine; only 3% still chose the “all-fuel” version.

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