John Deere 9R 540 Articulated 4WD Tractors
John Deere 9R 540
Average price
$480,146.44
5+
sold in last year
General overview
John Deere 9R 540 is a wheeled tractor built for heavy farm work where high engine output and implement control matter. It is powered by a 397 kW (540 hp) diesel engine that meets Final Tier 4 emissions requirements and suits large-scale field operations.
The model uses a John Deere e18 18-speed PowerShift with Efficiency Manager (40 km/h), a rear PTO rated at 246 kW (335 hp) with an independent, 44 mm (1.75 in.) 20-spline, 1000 rpm configuration. An electrohydraulic 4N rear hitch, 9,072 kg (20,000 lb) lift capacity, and a closed-center, pressure-and-flow compensated hydraulic system with 208 L/min (54.9 gpm) pump output support demanding implement work.
Year
2021, 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025
Country of manufacturing
United States
General specifications
Dimensions
Length
Weight
7,945 mm
~312.8 in
20,856 kg
~45,979.6 lb
Tire or Track Type
wheels
Engine Power
540 hp
Additional specifications
Emission standard level
Final Tier 4
Engine type
diesel
Displacement
13 cu(m)
Rated PTO power
335 hp
Transmission type
John Deere e18 18-speed PowerShift with Efficiency Manager (40 km/h)
Maximum lift capacity behind lift points
9,072 kg
Fuel tank
1,514 L
Cab glass area
6 sq(m)
Hydraulic system type
Closed-center, pressure-and-flow compensated
Pump rated output
208 L/min
Available flow at a single rear SCV
132 L/min
Number of rear selective control valves
4
SCV control
Electronic
Sensing type
Electrohydraulic with draft sensing
Hitch type
4N
Rear PTO
Independent, 44 mm (1.75 in.) 20-spline, 1,000 rpm
Front Axle
Diameter: 120 x 3,048 mm; full-locking electrohydraulic differential lock
Rear 3-Point Hitch
Electrohydraulic with draft sensing
Guidance Ready
installed
Additional Options
Optional hydraulic pump 416 L/min; optional SCV configurations (up to 8); multispeed PTO and ground-speed PTO options; various cab and visibility packages.
John Deere 9R 540 Articulated 4WD Tractors Listings
$583,210
Wheels
540 hp
Final Tier 4
348 hours
Bismarck, United States
$455,080
Wheels
540 hp
Final Tier 4
1524 hours
Grafton, United States
$552,500
540 hp
Final Tier 4
Diesel
458 hours
Winamac, United States
$576,880
Diameter: 120 x 3048 mm; full-locking electrohydraulic differential lock
Electrohydraulic with draft sensing
9072 kg
661 hours
Webster, United States
$503,652
Wheels
208 L/min
540 hp
354 hours
Strasburg, United States
$469,021
335 hp
Independent, 44 mm (1.75 in.) 20-spline, 1000 rpm
Diameter: 120 x 3048 mm; full-locking electrohydraulic differential lock
617 hours
Fort Morgan, United States
$445,900
540 hp
4
Wheels
1320 hours
Montfort, United States
$436,900
Wheels
540 hp
Final Tier 4
1235 hours
Mattoon, United States
$434,900
Wheels
540 hp
Final Tier 4
1219 hours
Perry, United States
$469,900
Wheels
540 hp
Final Tier 4
880 hours
Assumption, United States
$409,900
Wheels
540 hp
Final Tier 4
1114 hours
Lanark, United States
$489,900
4N
Electronic
Yes
272 hours
Vincennes, United States
$489,900
Wheels
540 hp
Final Tier 4
532 hours
Vandalia, United States
$425,900
Closed-center, pressure-and-flow compensated
208 L/min
132 L/min
1347 hours
Havana, United States
$479,900
Diesel
13 cu(m)
335 hp
665 hours
Vandalia, United States
$458,900
Duals
Wheels
540 hp
1131 hours
White Hall, United States
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What is the average price of a John Deere 9R 540?
No confirmed market price is supplied. Check current listings and compare the tractor’s condition, location, and configuration.
What are the key advantages of the John Deere 9R 540?
Key listed features include 402.7 kW (540 hp) engine power, John Deere e18 18-speed PowerShift with Efficiency Manager (40 km/h), guidance readiness, and a closed-center pressure-and-flow compensated hydraulic system. It also has four electronic rear SCVs and an electrohydraulic rear hitch with draft sensing.
What type of engine does the 9R 540 use?
The 9R 540 uses a diesel engine meeting the Final Tier 4 emission standard.
How much horsepower does the 9R 540 have?
The 9R 540 has 402.7 kW (540 hp) of engine power. Its rated PTO power is 249.8 kW (335 hp).
What fuel does the John Deere 9R 540 use?
The John Deere 9R 540 uses diesel fuel. Its fuel tank capacity is 1,514 L (400 US gal).
What jobs is this Tractors best suited for?
The supplied specifications support use with high-demand implements requiring substantial engine power, PTO capability, rear-hitch lift, and hydraulic flow. Suitability for a specific job depends on the implement, hydraulic requirements, hitch needs, and selected options.
What is the expected lifespan of the 9R 540?
The supplied data does not confirm an expected service life. For a used tractor, assess maintenance records, engine and transmission operation, hydraulic performance, PTO function, hitch operation, tire condition, and guidance equipment.
What should a buyer check when purchasing a used Tractors?
Check service records, diesel engine operation, John Deere e18 transmission shifting, hydraulic output and SCVs, rear PTO engagement, rear-hitch lift and draft sensing, tire condition, fuel system condition, and installed guidance or optional equipment.
