New Holland 8340 tractor

New Holland 8340

Power

117 hp[P] hp

Production

1996-1997

Engine

6-cylinder 12-valve

Transmission

SynchroShift

Drive

2WD/4WD

From the same series:

8240

Introduction

Production Information of New Holland, 8340

The production information of the tractor (8340) includes details about its manufacturing.

Original price was $43,500 in 1997
Row-Crop tractor
Built in Basildon, England
ManufacturerNew Holland

Dimension and Tires Information of New Holland, 8340

This section sums up the dimension and tires information of the tractor.

2WD Wheelbase106 inches [269 cm]
2WD Clearance (front axle)24 inches [60 cm]
Width83 inches [210 cm]
4WD Wheelbase103 inches [261 cm]
4WD Clearance (front axle)22 inches [55 cm]
Length176 inches [447 cm]
Ag front10.00-16
Ag rear18.4-38

Engine Specifications of New Holland, 8340

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Liquid-cooled
6-cylinder 12-valve
Exhaust valve clearance0.019 inches (cold) [0.483 mm]
Rated RPM2100
Idle RPM725-2275
Starter volts12
Firing order1-5-3-6-2-4
Displacement456 ci [7.5 L]
Oil capacity22.1 qts [20.9 L]
Compression17.5:1
Bore/Stroke4.40x5.00 inches [112 x 127 mm]
Intake valve clearance0.016 inches (cold) [0.406 mm]
22.7 qts (cab) [21.5 L]
Coolant capacity21.1 qts [20.0 L]

Transmission Information of New Holland, 8340Y

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Transmission variants 1

Four gears (1-4) in three ranges (L/M/H) with right-hand shuttle lever. Gear shifts are synchronized. Shifts between medium and high ranges are synchronized, but the tractor should be stopped to shift to or from low range. Sychronized shuttle shifting. The 12-speed SynchroShift was standard on the 8340 SL.
TransmissionSynchroShift
ClutchDry disc
TypeSynchronized
Gears12 forward and reverse

Transmission variants 2

Four power shift gears arranged in two synchronized ratio groups (1-4 and 5-8). Two synchronized ranges (low/high) and right-hand shuttle. Clutch must be used to shift range or move between the lower (1-4) and higher (5-8) gear ratio groups. Push-button power shifting between the four gears in a ratio group. Push-button de-clutching on the shuttle lever allow shifting without the foot clutch. The 16 power shift was standard on the 8340 SLE.
TransmissionElectroShift/Pulse Command
Oil capacity64 qts [60.6 L]
ClutchWet disc
TypeFour-speed power shift
Gears16 forward and reverse
12-speed synchronized
16-speed four-speed power shift

Mechanical Specs of New Holland, 8340Y

This section summarizes all mechanical information such as the brake system and other specifications.

Two- or four-wheel drive
Hydraulic wet disc brakes
Power steering
Two-post foldable ROPS with flat-deck platform. Comfort Command Cab optional with air-conditioning.
Final drivesInboard planetary
Differential lockElectro-hydraulic

Power Information of New Holland, 8340Y

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Rear PTOIndependent
Rear PTO Type540/1000

Hydraulics Specifications of New Holland, 8340

Hydraulic system type, pressure, pump flow and valves.

TypeGear pump (SL)
20 gpm (SLE) [75.7 lpm]
Pump flow17.4 gpm [65.9 lpm]
Closed center load sensing (SLE)
Steering press.2100 psi [144.8 bar]
Valves1 to 4

Three-Point Hitch of New Holland, 8340

Hitch category and rear/front lift capacity.

8,710 lbs (SLE optional) [3950 kg]
Rear TypeII
8,240 lbs (SL optional) [3737 kg]
Rear lift (at 24"/610mm)6,210 lbs (SL) [2816 kg]
ControlPosition control and top-link draft sensing (8340 SL)
6,564 lbs (SLE) [2977 kg]
Electronic lower-link sensing (8340 SLE)

Electrical System of New Holland, 8340

Battery voltage, charging system and ground.

Battery CCA800
GroundNegative
Batteries1 (ROPS)
100 (cab)
Charging systemAlternator
Battery volts12
2 (cab)
Charging amps55 (ROPS)

Frequently asked questions

How much horsepower does the New Holland 8340 have?

The New Holland 8340 delivers 117 hp[P] HP.

What years was the New Holland 8340 produced?

The New Holland 8340 was produced in 1996-1997.

What engine does the New Holland 8340 have?

The New Holland 8340 is powered by a 6-cylinder 12-valve engine.

What transmission does the New Holland 8340 use?

The New Holland 8340 uses a SynchroShift transmission.

Is the New Holland 8340 4WD?

The New Holland 8340 is available in 2WD/4WD.

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