John Deere 340/S vs John Deere 440 Cyclone
Verdict: John Deere 340/S vs John Deere 440 Cyclone
The John Deere 340/S and the John Deere 440 Cyclone are both snowmobiles — here is how they stack up on the figures that matter. John Deere 340/S leads on rated power with 47 hp against 46 hp. John Deere 340/S is the lighter machine (174 kg vs 183 kg), which helps on soft ground and transport, while the heavier model carries more ballast for traction-limited draft work. John Deere 340/S holds more fuel (30.3 L vs 24.6 L) for longer stints between fills. John Deere 440 Cyclone is the newer design (1976 vs 1975). In short: choose the John Deere 340/S for outright pulling power, or the John Deere 440 Cyclone if a tighter budget and lighter footprint matter more. Compare the full spec tables below before booking a demo.
Fit score weighs budget, operation size, crop match and data confidence against the details above. It’s guidance, not advice — always confirm with a dealer demo.


