Overview
The Zetor 7540 is a 4WD farm tractor produced in Brno, Czech Republic, between 1995 and 1999 as part of the Unified Range 3 series. It features a 4.2L 4-cylinder liquid-cooled diesel engine rated at 71 hp and is equipped with a standard cab and hydraulic wet disc brakes. Notable specifications include a rear lift capacity of 7,165 lbs and a synchromesh transmission providing up to 18 forward gears.
Ideal Applications
Engine and PTO Power:
The Zetor 4.2L engine is rated at 71 hp at 2200 RPM and provides a claimed 63 hp through an independent 540/1000 RPM rear PTO.
Transmission Layout:
The synchromesh transmission system utilizes high, low, and reverse ranges combined with a three-speed torque multiplier to offer 16 or 18 forward gear speeds.
Hydraulic and Hitch Capacity:
The open hydraulic system operates at 2682 psi with a 15.85 gpm flow rate, supporting three valves and a Category II rear hitch with a 7,165-pound lift capacity.
Production
| Description | Built in Brno, Czech Republic |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Zetor |
| Original price | $34,000 (1995) |
Engine
| Engine type | Zetor 4.2L 4-cyl diesel |
|---|---|
| Bore/Stroke | 4.134x4.724 inches (105 x 120 mm) |
| Description | Zetor Z 7801 / diesel / 4-cylinder / liquid-cooled |
| Displacement | 253.6 ci (4.2 L) |
| Power | 71 hp (52.9 kW) |
| Rated RPM | 2200 |
| Starter power | 4.6 hp (3.4 kW) |
| Starter volts | 12 |
| PTO (claimed) | 63 hp (47.0 kW) |
Transmission
| Description | Three gears in high/low/reverse ranges with a three-speed torque multiplier. |
|---|---|
| Gears | 16 forward and 4 reverse / 18 forward and 6 reverse |
| Type | synchromesh |
| Transmission type | 16-speed / 18-speed synchromesh |
| Transmission type | 16-speed / 18-speed synchromesh |
Mechanical
| Cab | Cab standard with heater. |
|---|---|
| Description | Hydraulic wet disc brakes |
| Drive type | Four-wheel drive |
| Steering | hydrostatic power |
Hydraulics
| Pressure | 2682 psi (184.9 bar) |
|---|---|
| Total flow | 15.85 gpm (60.0 lpm) |
| Type | open |
| Valves | 3 |
Hitch
| Front Hitch | optional |
|---|---|
| Rear lift | 7,165 lbs (3250 kg) |
| Rear Type | II |
PTO
| Rear PTO | independent |
|---|---|
| Rear PTO Type | 540/1000 |
Electrical
| Battery volts | 12 |
|---|---|
| Charging amps | 55 |
| Charging system | alternator |
| Charging volts | 12 |
Dimensions & Tires
| Ground clearance | 14.6 inches (37 cm) |
|---|---|
| Height (cab) | 104 inches (264 cm) |
| Height (exhaust) | 109.2 inches (277 cm) |
| Length | 153.5 inches (389 cm) |
| Rear tread | 59.1 to 70.9 inches (150 to 180 cm) |
| Weight | 8,095 lbs (3671 kg) |
| Wheelbase | 93.5 inches (237 cm) |
| Width | 75.9 inches (192 cm) |
| Front tire | 7.50-20 |
| Rear tire | 16.9-34 |
| Weight | 8,095 lbs (3671 kg) |
| Wheelbase | 93.5 inches (237 cm) |
| Ag front | 7.50-20 |
| Ag rear | 16.9-34 / 13.6-38 |
References
| Description | Unified Range 3 published by Zetor |
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Speeds
| Description | With 16.9x38 rear tires. |
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Variants
| 7520 | 2WD |
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| 7540 | 4WD |