Ford 8340 Overview
The Ford 8340 is a Ford tractor from 1992 to 1995 with a 456 ci (7.5 L) engine rated at 2,100 rpm and a 17.5:1 compression ratio.
It combines an independent 540/1000 rear PTO with a 57.5-gallon fuel tank. Listed dimensions are 176 inches long and 83 inches wide, while listed weights range from 8,684 to 10,882 pounds. Front and rear tire listings are 10.00-16 and 18.4-38.
Quick Answers
- What engine does the Ford 8340 have?It uses a 456 ci (7.5 L) engine rated at 2,100 rpm, with a 17.5:1 compression ratio.
- What PTO does it have?It has an independent rear PTO with 540/1000 speeds.
- What transmissions were listed?SynchroShift has 12 forward and reverse gears; ElectroShift/Pulse Command has 16 forward and reverse gears.
- What is its fuel capacity?The listed fuel tank capacity is 57.5 gallons (217.6 L).
Engine and Power
The engine is listed at 456 ci (7.5 L), with a 17.5:1 compression ratio and a 2,100 rpm rating.
Diesel engine
| Displacement | 456 ci 7.5 L |
|---|---|
| Compression | 17.5:1 |
| Rated Rpm | 2100 |
Manufacturer
Manufacture years
Transmission
The listed transmission choices are SynchroShift with 12 forward and reverse gears, and ElectroShift/Pulse Command with 16 forward and reverse gears.
SynchroShift
| Name | SynchroShift |
|---|---|
| Gears | 12 forward and reverse |
ElectroShift/Pulse Command
| Name | ElectroShift/Pulse Command |
|---|---|
| Gears | 16 forward and reverse |
PTO and Hitch
The rear PTO is listed as independent with 540/1000 speeds.
Rear PTO
Rear PTO type
Tires and Dimensions
Listed tire sizes are 10.00-16 at the front and 18.4-38 at the rear.
Weight
Length
Width
Front tire
Rear tire
Accuracy Note
Tractor specifications can vary by year, region, factory configuration, installed equipment, and later repairs. Match serial range, engine, transmission, PTO setup, and model code before ordering parts or doing service work.