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John Deere N540

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Key Features

Adjust Down Pressure With TruSet™ In-Cab Downforce
See the Flow of Seed and Fertilizer From the Cab With RelativeFlow™ Blockage Monitoring
Quick Change Blade Enhancement of the ProSeries™ Opener Reduces Change Time by up to 45%
Convenient Dual-Row Spacing Hydraulics

ProSeries™ Opener Technology

This air drill is equipped with ProSeries™ Openers, which provide consistent seed depth and uniform emergence across varied field conditions. These openers minimize maintenance with reduced grease points and cause less soil disturbance with a narrow seed boot.

RelativeFlow™ Blockage Sensing

RelativeFlow™ Blockage sensing monitors seed and fertilizer flow in the tractor cab, preventing potential blockages. Sensors on secondary hoses provide real-time flow data row by row, ensuring early problem detection and consistent application rates.

Display screen showing a blockage monitoring interface with circular row indicators, bar graphs of relative flow, a color‑coded sensor status legend, and navigation icons on the right side

TruSet™ Downforce Control

TruSet™ downforce allows operators to adjust pressures from inside the cab with a range of 74.8 kg (165 lb.) to 181.4 kg (400 lb.), enhancing seeding depth consistency and adapting easily to changing soil conditions.

ISOBUS VT screen showing TruSet opener downforce controls, with a 144‑lbf reading, up/down arrows, and preset options listed on the left

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N540

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N530 30-ft (9.14-m)

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N536 36-ft. (10.97-m)

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N542 42-ft. (12.80-m)

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N550 50-ft. (15.24-m)

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N560 60-ft. (18.29-m)

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Sizes
Working Widths	40 ft	9.14 m 30 ft	10.97 m 36 ft	12.8 m 42 ft	15.24 m 50 ft	18.29 m 60 ft
Working Widths	12.2 m	9.14 m 30 ft	10.97 m 36 ft	12.8 m 42 ft	15.24 m 50 ft	18.29 m 60 ft
Spacing	7.5, 10 in.	19.05, 25.4 cm 7.5, 10 in.	19.05, 25.4 cm 7.5, 10 in.	19.05, 25.4 cm 7.5, 10 in.	19.05, 25.4 cm 7.5, 10 in.	19.05, 25.4 cm 7.5, 10 in.
Spacing	19.05, 25.4 cm	19.05, 25.4 cm 7.5, 10 in.	19.05, 25.4 cm 7.5, 10 in.	19.05, 25.4 cm 7.5, 10 in.	19.05, 25.4 cm 7.5, 10 in.	19.05, 25.4 cm 7.5, 10 in.
Number Of Ranks	Two	Two	two	Two	Two	Two
Number Of Sections	3	Three	Three	Three	Five	Five
Dimensions
Transport Height	14.58 ft	3.63 m 11.92 ft	4.55 m 14.92 ft	4.82 m 15.83 ft	4.42 m 14.5 ft	5.16 m 16.92 ft
Transport Height	4.44 m	3.63 m 11.92 ft	4.55 m 14.92 ft	4.82 m 15.83 ft	4.42 m 14.5 ft	5.16 m 16.92 ft
Transport Width	18.33 ft	4.37 m 14.33 ft	4.37 m 14.33 ft	5.59 m 18.33 ft	5.74 m 18.83 ft	5.74 m 18.83 ft
Transport Width	5.59 m	4.37 m 14.33 ft	4.37 m 14.33 ft	5.59 m 18.33 ft	5.74 m 18.83 ft	5.74 m 18.83 ft
Road Clearance	8.5 in.	21.6 cm 8.5 in.	21.6 cm 8.5 in.	21.6 cm 8.5 in.	21.6 cm 8.5 in.	21.6 cm 8.5 in.
Road Clearance	21.6 cm	21.6 cm 8.5 in.	21.6 cm 8.5 in.	21.6 cm 8.5 in.	21.6 cm 8.5 in.	21.6 cm 8.5 in.
Overall Length	24.58 ft	7.49 m 24.58 ft, in.	7.5 m 24.58 ft	7.49 m 24.58 ft	7.49 m 24.58 ft	7.49 m 24.58 ft, in.
Overall Length	7.5 m	7.49 m 24.58 ft, in.	7.5 m 24.58 ft	7.49 m 24.58 ft	7.49 m 24.58 ft	7.49 m 24.58 ft, in.
Weight Before Ballast	22400, 19600 lb.	7711, 6759 kg 17000, 14900 lb	9305, 8210 kg 20514, 18100 lb	10659, 9230 kg 23500, 20350 lb	17690, 15875 kg 41440, 37440 lb	19958, 18143 kg 46440, 42440 lb
Weight Before Ballast	10160, 8890 kg	7711, 6759 kg 17000, 14900 lb	9305, 8210 kg 20514, 18100 lb	10659, 9230 kg 23500, 20350 lb	17690, 15875 kg 41440, 37440 lb	19958, 18143 kg 46440, 42440 lb
Available Ballast	1179 (12+14 x 45) kg; 2600 (12+14 x 100) lb	1179 (12+14 x 45) kg 2600 (12+14 x 100) lb	1179 (12+14 x 45) kg 2600 (12+14 x 100) lb	1179 (12+14 x 45) kg 2600 (12+14 x 100) lb	1179 (12+14 x 45) kg 2600 (12+14 x 100) lb	1179 (12+14 x 45) kg 2600 (12+14 x 100) lb
Frame - Cross Members	4 x 6 in.
Frame - Cross Members	10.2 x 15.2 mm
Frame - End Tubes	2 x 6 in.
Frame - End Tubes	5.1 x 15.2 mm
Frame - Hitch	3 x 6 in.
Frame - Hitch	7.6 x 15.2 mm
Clearance From Rank To Rank	52.75 in.	133.99 cm 52.75 in.	133.99 cm 52.75 in.	133.99 cm 52.75 in.	133.99 cm 52.75 in.	133.99 cm 52.75 in.
Clearance From Rank To Rank	134 cm	133.99 cm 52.75 in.	133.99 cm 52.75 in.	133.99 cm 52.75 in.	133.99 cm 52.75 in.	133.99 cm 52.75 in.
Tires
Mainframe Standard	(8) 11L-15, 10PR	(8) 11L-15, 10PR	(8) 11L-15, 10PR	(8) 11L-15, 10PR	(8) 440/55R18 in.	(8) 440/55R18 in.
Wings Standard	(4) 11L-15, 8PR	(4) 11L-15, 8PR	(4) 11L-15, 8PR	(4) 11L-15, 8PR	(12) 31x13.5-15 in.	(12) 31x13.5-15 in.
Openers
Openers Style	Single disk-beveled edge	Single disk-beveled edge	Single disk-beveled edge	Single disk-beveled edge	Single disk-beveled edge	Single disk-beveled edge
Rank Lock-Up	Yes	Yes	Yes	Yes	Yes	Yes
Disk Diameter	18 in.
Disk Diameter	45.72 cm
Disk Angle	7
Down Pressure	Hydraulic	Style Active hydraulic-patented Hydraulic	Style Active hydraulic-patented Hydraulic	Style Active hydraulic-patented Hydraulic	Style Active hydraulic-patented Hydraulic	Style Active hydraulic-patented Hydraulic
Down Pressure - Style	Active hydraulic-patented
Furrow Closing - Description	Trailing wheel on 20-degree vertical angle, 7-degree horizontal angle
Depth Control - Gauge Wheel Size	4.5 x 16, 3 x 16 in.
Depth Control - Gauge Wheel Size	11.43 x 40.64, 7.62 x 40.64 cm
Depth Control - Range	0.5 - 3.5 in.
Depth Control - Range	1.27 - 8.89 cm
Depth Control - Increments	0.25 in.
Depth Control - Increments	0.64 cm
In-Furrow Press Wheel	Standard	Material Rubber on plastic wheel Packing force 5 to 45 lb 2.3 to 21 kg Standard	Material Rubber on plastic wheel Packing force 2.3 to 21 kg 5 to 45 lb Standard	Material Rubber on plastic wheel Packing force 2.3 to 21 kg 5 to 45 lb Standard	Material Rubber on plastic wheel Packing force 2.3 to 21 kg 5 to 45 lb Standard	Material Rubber on plastic wheel Packing force 2.3 to 21 kg 5 to 45 lb Standard
Furrow Closing - Material	Cast iron
In-Furrow Press Wheel - Packing Force	5 to 45 lb., 2.3 to 21 kg
Furrow Closing	Standard	Description Trailing wheel on 20-degree vertical angle, 7-degree horizontal angle Size 2.54 x 30.5 cm 1 x 12 in. Material Cast iron Down force 26 to 43 lb 12 to 20 kg Standard	Description Trailing wheel on 20-degree vertical angle, 7-degree horizontal angle Size 2.54 x 30.48 cm 1 x 12 in. Material Cast iron Down force 12 to 20 kg 26 to 43 lb Standard	Description Trailing wheel on 20-degree vertical angle, 7-degree horizontal angle Size 2.54 x 30.48 cm 1 x 12 in. Material Cast iron Down force 26 to 43 lb 12 to 20 kg Standard	Description Trailing wheel on 20-degree vertical angle, 7-degree horizontal angle Size 2.54 x 30.48 cm 1 x 12 in. Material Cast iron Down force 26 to 43 lb 12 to 20 kg Standard	Description Trailing wheel on 20-degree vertical angle, 7-degree horizontal angle Size 2.54 x 30.48 cm 1 x 12 in. Material Cast iron Down force 26 to 43 lb 12 to 20 kg Standard
Furrow Closing - Size	1 x 12 in., 2.54 x 30.48 cm
Furrow Closing - Down Force	26 - 43 lb.
Furrow Closing - Down Force	12 - 20 kg

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