: Early models featured a four-post ROPS (Roll-Over Protective Structure), but after 1981, the more advanced and comfortable SoundGard (SG2) cab became an available option.
: Available in both 4x2 (2WD) and 4x4 Mechanical Front Wheel Drive (MFWD) configurations. John Deere 1640 FL
: Standard models featured an 8-speed transmission, while a 16-speed Power Synchron option was also available for smoother transitions. : Early models featured a four-post ROPS (Roll-Over
The 1640 was a staple of the "40 Series" range, designed to meet the demands of medium-sized farms. The 1640 was a staple of the "40
: It delivered approximately 62 hp (46.2 kW), with a claimed PTO power of 54 hp (40.3 kW).
: Powered by a robust 3.9-liter, 4-cylinder liquid-cooled diesel engine.
The was a versatile utility tractor produced between 1979 and 1987 at the company's Mannheim factory in Germany. While there is no specific "FL" trim designation widely recorded in official technical literature, it is often associated with models equipped with a Front Loader (FL), as this was a common and essential attachment for this series. Core Technical Specifications