John Deere

540R Loader

Manufacturer: John Deere
Model: 540R Loader
  • Increased lift capacity
  • Seat-mounted loader joystick for optimum control, visibility and comfort
  • Remote Implement Unlatch
  • Automatic mast latch to easily attach/detach loader

Loader removal (parking) made easy

Parking stands
Parking stands
Parking stands
Parking stands
Only leave the operator’s station once to disconnect the loader

John Deere loaders are easily removed and reinstalled on tractors without tools. The automatic mast latch (AML) parking system allows removing or attaching the loader to the tractor in minutes without the need for tools.

 

Easy and quick steps to disconnect the loader:

  1. Lower the loader to ground, turn tractor off and release hydraulic pressure from joystick
  2. Exit operator’s station
  3. Open / lower parking stands (both left and right)
  4. Turn the boom cylinder valve lever to the unlocked position
  5. Remove loader hydraulics
  6. Unlock the mast pins (both left and right) and then able to back away
Removing or parking the loader

To disconnect the loader, the bucket has to be flat on a stable ground (1). The operator must place the bucket flat on the ground, turn off tractor and release hydraulic pressure from joystick. (2) Exit the operator station and (3) lower the self-adjustable parking stands on both sides of the loader. The self-adjustable parking stands allow the driver to park the loader on irregular terrain and still keep a good position relative to the mounting frame, to attach the loader correctly later on. The parking stands can be set without tools. (4) After lowering the parking stands, the hydraulic couplers on the right-hand side of the loader must be removed and (5) the loader must be unlocked from the tractor mounting frames (both right and left side).

 

After these easy steps, the operator is ready to move the tractor.

Loader placed on the ground with the bucket leveled (1)
Loader placed on the ground with the bucket leveled (1)
Open the parking stands (3)
Open the parking stands (3)
Remove loader hydraulics (4)
Remove loader hydraulics (4)
Loader hydraulics
Loader hydraulics
Unlock the loader mast (5)
Unlock the loader mast (5)
From operator station, locking pins indicators
From operator station, locking pins indicators
Connecting the loader

Connecting the loader is fast and convenient thanks to the ramp design on the mounting frames and the AML equipped with a floating device. Only drive the tractor to bring the mounting frames inside the mast until the latching indicators are in lock position (visible from operator’s station). Then the driver can lift up the parking stands, connect the hydraulic coupler for hydraulic and electric loader power to the tractor. Fast, intuitive and maintenance-free design, the loader connection and disconnection brings the tractor ready for any tasks.

Mounting frame approach into AML
Mounting frame approach into AML
Two latched indicators from the operator's station
Two latched indicators from the operator’s station

Concealed oil lines improve appearance and reduce damage

Concealed oil lines through boom arm (picture shown is from H-Series Loader)
Concealed oil lines through boom arm (picture shown is from H-Series Loader)
Oil lines routed through the boom arm
Oil lines routed through the boom arm
Oil lines routed through the torque tube
Oil lines routed through the torque tube

Through time, increased width in tractor hoods have caused issues with available space for running traditional oil lines of a loader along the boom, making them more susceptible to damage.

 

To improve this situation, the oil lines have been routed through the boom arm and the torque tube, improving line protection and the appearance of the loader.

Boom lockout for easy service

Hydraulic shut-off valve (open position)
Hydraulic shut-off valve (open position)
Hydraulic shut-off valve (closed position)
Hydraulic shut-off valve (closed position)

A hydraulic shut-off valve is included with the R-Series Loaders to ensure the loader does not lower suddenly. For example, this allows the boom to be locked out when someone is required to be located under the loader boom for service work on the tractor. It should not be used for extended periods of time unless an appropriate support stand is also utilized.

False rod bucket cylinders improve productivity

False rod cylinder
False rod cylinder
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Fast bucket cycle times are important to dump the load from the bucket as quickly as possible, (quite often) in order to be as productive as possible, while completing loading operations. The bucket cylinder design can have a major impact on this cycle time, especially for the mechanical self-leveling (MSL) loaders.

 

All MSL H-Series Loaders utilize false rod bucket cylinders. A false rod cylinder has a smaller displacement of oil requirement on the head end of the cylinder, which allows this cylinder to dump much faster than a normal cylinder.

Loader suspension system (LSS) to enhance the ride

LSS
LSS
LSS on H180
LSS on H180
LSS on 5E and 5M
LSS on 5E and 5M

An enhancement to the loader is the suspension system. A great level of loader productivity is achieved with the LSS.

  • An accumulator charged with nitrogen and connected to the head-end lift cylinder hose through a T-fitting provides shock absorption
  • The cylinders move in and out to allow the boom to float

Performance

  • Bales can be transported more efficiently from one end of the field to the other over frozen, hard-packed, or rutted terrain

NOTE: Check bale handling capability of tractor before use.

  • Pallets can be moved easily without sustaining cargo damage
  • Pallets of seed or fertilizer can be carried across a yard without a bag spilling and creating a costly mess
  • Properly ballasted tractor with LSS has increased stability, creating a smoother ride for the operator

Cost of Ownership

  • Extended life of loader pins and bushings
  • Less stress on tractor axle

Reasons for turning LSS off include:

  • Digging applications – with LSS on, the cylinders retract slightly, losing lifting power
  • Holding a grade when blading – with LSS on, it is difficult to hold a constant grade
  • Precise pallet and bale handling – with LSS on, the load moves up and down slightly while being positioned
  • Parking a loader – with LSS on, when down pressure is applied, the lift cylinders retract slightly, making it more difficult to park

The switch is conveniently located in the operator’s station to avoid having to exit the operator station to manually move the handle on the LSS.

LSS can also be ordered with a manual shutoff. Depending on the tractor/loader model, the accumulator is located in different places. On the H180 the accumulator is mounted outside the bottom of the mounting frame. On the 5 Series Tractors, the accumulator is mounted near the inside of the rear right wheel. On 6 Series Tractors and larger, it is mounted in between the hydraulic connection and the mounting frame.

Single-point hydraulic connection saves time

Single-point hydraulic connection on 5R
Single-point hydraulic connection on 5R
Single-point hydraulic connection on 5R
Single-point hydraulic connection on 5R

The 540R Loaders comes base equipped with single-point hydraulic connector. This feature saves time and effort when installing and removing the loader.

 

To disconnect the hydraulic connection between the loader and the tractor, it is necessary to relieve the hydraulic system oil pressure on the tractor.

Loader

Lift capacity at full heightMeasured at pivot (U)
1926 kg
4246 lb
Measured at 800 mm ahead of pivot (V)
1290 kg
2844 lb
Leveling configurationNon-Self Leveling (NSL)
Bucket weight281 kg
619 lb
ReachAt maximum height (D)
794 mm
31.26 in.
At ground level - bucket level (F)
2385 mm
93.88 in.
Bucket used1850 mm
73 in.
DimensionsMaximum lift height (A)
3595 mm
141.53 in.
At full height - bucket level(B)
3355 mm
132.07 in.
At full height - bucket dumped (C)
2564 mm
100.94 in.
Cycle timesLoader raise, seconds
4.25 seconds
Loader lower, seconds
3.18 seconds
Bucket dump, seconds
3.32 seconds
Bucket rollback, seconds
2.23 seconds
Base weight1215.1 kg
Bucket angleDump angle, degrees (E)
63.75 degree (angle)
Rollback angle, degrees (G)
47 degree (angle)
Boom breakout forceMeasured at pivot (Y)
2243 kgf
4945 lbf
Measured at 800 mm ahead of pivot (Z)
1567 kgf
3455 lbf
Lift capacity at 59 in. (1500 mm)Measured at pivot (W)
2101 kg
4632 lb
Measured at 800 mm ahead of pivot (X)
1576 kg
3474 lb
Bucket rollback force capacityAt maximum height (VV)
1673 kgf
3688 lbf
At 59-in. (1500-mm) lift height (XX)
2712 kgf
5979 lbf
At ground-level line (ZZ)
2609 kgf
5752 lbf
Digging depth (H)139 mm
5.47 in.

Key Specs

Maximum lift height (A)3595 mm
141.53 in.
Boom breakout forceMeasured at pivot (Y)
2243 kgf
4945 lbf
Dump angle, degrees (E)63.75 degree (angle)
Bucket rollback force capacityAt ground-level line (ZZ)
2609 kgf
5752 lbf
Clearance at full height - bucket dumped (C)2564 mm
100.94 in.
Rollback angle, degrees (G)47 degree (angle)
Lift capacity at full heightMeasured at pivot (U)
1926 kg
4246 lb

Tractor

Front tire13.6R24
Rear tire16.9R34
Pump capacity70 L/min
18.49 gpm
Model5M Tractor Series
Rated pressure195 bar
2828.24 psi
Wheelbase2350 mm
92.52 in.
Front axle configurationMFWD
  • Lift Capacity: 3406 lbs (1545 kg)
  • Tractor Compatibility: 5075M, 5095M, 5105M, 5120M and 5130M (NSL and MSL)
  • Lift Height: 141.85 in. (3.6 m)
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