Overview
The Renault Ceres 340 is a versatile farm tractor produced between 1998 and 2001, powered by a John Deere 3.9L 4-cylinder turbocharged diesel engine delivering 85 hp. It features a high rear lift capacity of 11,466 lbs and a hydrostatic power steering system designed for reliable mechanical operation.
Ideal Applications
Heavy Lifting Operations:
With a rear lift capacity of 11,466 lbs and a robust hydraulic total flow of 13.7 gpm, this model is well-suited for handling heavy three-point hitch implements.
Field Work and Hauling:
The engine provides 228.7 lb-ft of torque at 1500 RPM and offers multiple transmission configurations with up to 20 forward and reverse gears for precise speed control.
General Utility Tasks:
The 540/1000 RPM rear PTO and liquid-cooled engine allow for the efficient operation of various power-take-off driven machinery in diverse farm environments.
Production
| Manufacturer | Renault |
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Engine
| Engine type | John Deere 3.9L 4-cyl diesel |
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| Fuel tank | 30.4 gal (115.1 L) |
| Bore/Stroke | 4.193x4.331 inches (107 x 110 mm) |
| Description | John Deere 4039 TRT / turbocharged diesel / 4-cylinder / liquid-cooled |
| Displacement | 239.2 ci (3.9 L) |
| Power | 85 hp (63.4 kW) |
| Rated RPM | 2350 |
| Torque | 228.7 lb-ft (310.1 Nm) |
| Torque RPM | 1500 |
Transmission
| Gears | 18 forward and reverse / 20 forward and reverse |
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| Transmission type | 18-speed / 20-speed |
| Transmission type | 18-speed / 20-speed |
Mechanical
| Description | Wet disc brakes / standard |
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| Drive | 4x2 2WD |
| Steering | hydrostatic power |
Hydraulics
| Total flow | 13.7 gpm (51.9 lpm) |
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Hitch
| Rear lift | 11,466 lbs (5200 kg) |
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PTO
| Rear PTO Type | 540/1000 |
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Dimensions & Tires
| Height | 98.4 inches (249 cm) |
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| Length | 182.3 inches (463 cm) |
| Weight | 7,618 lbs (2WD) (3455 kg) |
| Wheelbase | 97.2 inches (2WD) (246 cm) |
| Front tire | 9.00-16 |
| Rear tire | 16.9R34 |
| Weight | 7618 to 8280 pounds |
| Wheelbase | 97.2 inches (2WD) (246 cm) |
| Ag front | 9.00-16 (2WD) |
| Ag rear | 16.9R34 |