SPECS / COMPARISON
John Deere 240 vs Bobcat 843
A detailed comparison of the John Deere 240 and the Bobcat 843. Click a model name to view its full specifications.
Horsepower
John Deere 24039.5 kW (53.0 HP)
Bobcat 84340.3 kW (54.0 HP)
Operating Weight
John Deere 2402796.4 kg (6165 lbs)
Bobcat 8432948.4 kg (6500 lbs)
| Specification | John Deere 240 Skid Steers | Bobcat 843 Skid Steers |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Skid steer | Skid steer |
| Lift Design | Vertical | Vertical |
| Years Made | 1999-2004 | 1985-1992 |
| Horsepower | 39.5 kW (53.0 HP) | 40.3 kW (54.0 HP) |
| Rating Operating Capacity (35% Tipping) | 544.3 kg (1200 lbs) | 521.6 kg (1150 lbs) |
| Rating Operating Capacity (50% Tipping) | 680.4 kg (1500 lbs) | 771.1 kg (1700 lbs) |
| Operating Weight | 2796.4 kg (6165 lbs) | 2948.4 kg (6500 lbs) |
| Tipping Load | 1542.2 kg (3400 lbs) | 1542.2 kg (3400 lbs) |
| Lift Breakout Force | 2494.8 kg (5500 lbs) | — |
| Tilt Breakout Force | 1406.1 kg (3100 lbs) | — |
| Maximum Travel Speed | 10.8 km (6.7 mph) | 10.1 km (6.3 mph) |
| Pump Capacity | 55.3 LPM (14.6 GPM) | 58.3 LPM (15.4 GPM) |
| Relief Valve Pressure | 213.7 Bar (3100 psi) | 172.4 Bar (2500 psi) |
| Optional Pump Capacity | 96.1 LPM (25.4 GPM) | — |
| Hydraulic Tank Capacity | 23.0 L (6.1 gal) | 14.7 L (3.9 gal) |
| Engine Manufacturer | John Deere | Perkins |
| Engine Model | 3029 d | 4.154 |
| Engine Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| No of Cylinders | 3 | 4 |
| Rated Speed | 2400 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Torque Speed | 1600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Combustion Chamber | Direct injection | Indirect injection |
| Emissions | Tier I | — |
| Compression Ratio | 17.8:1 | 21.5:1 |
| Firing Order | 1-2-3 | 1-3-4-2 |
| Gross Power | 39.5 kW (53.0 HP) | 43.3 kW (58.0 HP) |
| Displacement | 2933 cc (179 cu in.) | 2523 cc (153.9 cu. in.) |
| Bore | 10.6 cm (4.2 in.) | 7.6 cm (3.5 in.) |
| Stroke | 11.0 cm (4.3 in.) | 10.2 cm (4.0 in.) |
| Peak Torque | 148.1 N∙m (109 ft-lb) | 153.2 N∙m (113 ft-lb) |
| Coolant Capacity | 10.6 L (2.8 gal) | 21.0 L (5.5 gal) |
| Engine Oil Capacity | 7.4 L (2.0 gal) | 9.0 L (2.4 gal) |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57.0 L (15.1 gal) | 83.0 L (21.9 gal) |
| Cab Height | 191.5 cm (75.4 in.) | 204.2 cm (80.4 in.) |
| Bucket Hinge Pin Height | 289.5 cm (114.0 in.) | 303.7 cm (119.6 in.) |
| Width | 161.8 cm (63.7 in.) | 154.3 cm (60.8 in.) |
| Length with Bucket | 319.6 cm (125.8 in.) | 333.8 cm (131.4 in.) |
| Dump Height | 225.5 cm (88.8 in.) | 239.9 cm (94.5 in.) |
| Dump Reach | 73.8 cm (29.1 in.) | 62.7 cm (24.7 in.) |
| Ground Clearance | 20.9 cm (8.2 in.) | 21.2 cm (8.4 in.) |
| Dump Angle | 45 ° | 37 ° |
| Rollback Angle | 35 ° | 25 ° |
| Departure Angle | 27 ° | 28 ° |
| Front Tire | 10×16.5 | 8.25 x 15 |
| Rear Tire | 10×16.5 | 8.25 x 15 |
| Raise Lift Arms | — | 4.8 seconds |
| Lower Lift Arms | — | 3.8 seconds |
| Bucket Rollback | — | 2.1 seconds |
| Bucket Dump | — | 2.2 seconds |
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