John Deere W 540 vs Massey-Ferguson 38 RS - compare
Compare combine harvesters: John Deere W 540 vs Massey-Ferguson 38 RS
John Deere W 540 vs Massey-Ferguson 38 RS compare - general information
| Specs | John Deere W 540 | Massey-Ferguson 38 RS |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | John Deere | Massey-Ferguson |
| Model | W 540 | 38 RS |
| Years | from 2007 | from 1990 to 1993 y. |
| Reviews | John Deere W 540 reviews New! | Massey-Ferguson 38 RS reviews New! |
John Deere W 540 vs Massey-Ferguson 38 RS - engine
| Specs | John Deere W 540 | Massey-Ferguson 38 RS |
|---|---|---|
| Engine manufacturer | John Deere | Valmet Corporation |
| Engine type (model / version) | PowerTECH PVX 6068HZ480C | 612 DSJL |
| Engine capacity | 6788 cm3 (6,8 l.) | 7400 cm3 (7,4 l.) |
| Cylinders, qty | 6 | 6 |
| Turbocharging | available | available |
| Power (kW/HP) | 188 kW / 255 KM | 176 kW / 240 KM |
| Engine fuel tank | 800 l. | 400 l. |
| AdBlue tank | none | none |
John Deere W 540 vs Massey-Ferguson 38 RS - header
| Specs | John Deere W 540 | Massey-Ferguson 38 RS |
|---|---|---|
| Header width (working) | 550 cm | 610 cm |
| Alternative widths | 430 – 610 cm | 556 cm |
| Automatic header height mode | available | none |
| Header tilt systems | available | available |
| Header tilt adjustment (longitudinal tilt / crossfall) | optional | none |
| Reel diameter | 110 cm | 100 cm |
| Reel speed adjustment | electric engine | hydraulics |
| Header reverser / Reel reverse feature | hydraulics | hydraulics |
John Deere W 540 vs Massey-Ferguson 38 RS - threshing mechanism
| Specs | John Deere W 540 | Massey-Ferguson 38 RS |
|---|---|---|
| Diameter of cylinder threshing mechanism | 66 cm | 60 cm |
| Width of cylinder threshing mechanism | 140 cm | 168 cm |
| Secondary threshing cylinder | available | n.d. |
| Diameter of secondary cylinder | 40 cm | n.d. |
John Deere W 540 vs Massey-Ferguson 38 RS - straw walkers
| Specs | John Deere W 540 | Massey-Ferguson 38 RS |
|---|---|---|
| Straw walkers, qty | 5 straw walkers | 6 straw walkers |
| Straw walkers area | 6,4 m2 | 6,66 m2 |
| Straw walkers length | 460 cm | 400 cm |
John Deere W 540 vs Massey-Ferguson 38 RS - sieves
| Specs | John Deere W 540 | Massey-Ferguson 38 RS |
|---|---|---|
| Upper sieve area | n.d. | n.d. |
| Lower sieve area | 2,08 m2 | 2,35 m2 |
| Total screening area screening area covered by fan |
4,84 m2 | 5,4 m2 |
| Lower sieve type | adjustable | adjustable |
John Deere W 540 vs Massey-Ferguson 38 RS - performance
| Performance | John Deere W 540 | Massey-Ferguson 38 RS |
|---|---|---|
| Unloading speed | n.d. | n.d. |
| Grain tank capacity | n.d. | n.d. |
| Max. speed | 25 km/h | 26 km/h |
| Grain loss indicator | available | none |
John Deere W 540 vs Massey-Ferguson 38 RS - transmission
| Specs | John Deere W 540 | Massey-Ferguson 38 RS |
|---|---|---|
| Transmission | hydraulic transmission | hydraulic transmission |
| Forward gears | 3 | 3 |
John Deere W 540 vs Massey-Ferguson 38 RS - brakes
| Specs | John Deere W 540 | Massey-Ferguson 38 RS |
|---|---|---|
| Brakes | hydraulics, disc brakes | hydraulics, disc brakes |
John Deere W 540 vs Massey-Ferguson 38 RS - dimensions
| Specs | John Deere W 540 | Massey-Ferguson 38 RS |
|---|---|---|
| Length (with header) | 9,2 m | 9,87 m |
| Width (with header) | 5,89 m | n.d. |
| Width (without header) | 3,5 m | 3,75 m |
| Height (with cab) | 3,98 m | 4 m |
| Height (without cab) | n.d. | n.d. |
| Total weight (with cab) | 13400 kg | 13000 kg |
| Total weight (without cab) | n.d. | n.d. |
| Total weight (with header) | 12720 kg | n.d. |
| Front tyres (drive wheels) | 800/65R32 | 73/44,0-32 |
| Rear tyres (turning wheels) | 480/80R26 | 600/60-22,5 |
| Alternative front tyres | 650/70R32 | 24,5R32 |
| Alternative rear tyres | 540/65R28 | 500/60-22,5 |
John Deere W 540 vs Massey-Ferguson 38 RS - heating
| Specs | John Deere W 540 | Massey-Ferguson 38 RS |
|---|---|---|
| Air conditioning | with air conditioning | with air conditioning |
| Heating | with heating | with heating |