Ford-New Holland 8730 Specs ( 1990-1993 )
Overview
The Ford-New Holland 8730 is a powerful row-crop tractor built between 1990 and 1993, featuring a 6.6L turbocharged diesel engine that delivers a tested 140.68 PTO horsepower. This Belgian-built machine offers versatile transmission options up to 18 speeds and a high-capacity 75-gallon fuel tank designed for demanding farm operations.
Ideal Applications
Heavy Tillage and Pulling:
With a maximum tested pull of 15,614 lbs and 124.84 drawbar horsepower, this tractor is well-equipped for high-draft field applications using its category 3/2 hitch with position and draft control.
Row-Crop Operations:
The 111-inch wheelbase, 16.4-inch ground clearance, and 82-inch width make this model suitable for navigating row crops while providing stability for various agricultural implements.
Material Handling:
Equipped with a 20 gpm hydraulic pump and compatibility for front-end loader attachments, the 8730 can effectively manage loading and utility tasks across the farm.
Production
| Description | Row-Crop tractor / Built in Antwerp, Belgium / Original price was $56,500 in 1993 |
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| Manufacturer | Ford-New Holland |
Engine
| Engine type | Ford 6.6L 6-cyl diesel |
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| Bore/Stroke | 4.40x4.40 inches (112 x 112 mm) |
| Compression | 15.6:1 |
| Coolant capacity | 22 qts (20.8 L) |
| Description | Ford / turbocharged diesel / 6-cylinder / liquid-cooled |
| Displacement | 401 ci (6.6 L) |
| Exhaust valve clearance | 0.017-0.019 inches (cold) (0.432 mm) |
| Firing order | 1-5-3-6-2-4 |
| Intake valve clearance | 0.014-0.016 inches (cold) (0.356 mm) |
| Rated RPM | 2200 |
| Oil capacity | 19.6 qts (18.5 L) |
| Drawbar (tested) | 124.84 hp (93.1 kW) |
| PTO (claimed) | 140 hp (104.4 kW) |
| PTO (tested) | 140.68 hp (104.9 kW) |
Transmission
| Description | Tranmission is operated with two levers and the clutch pedal. Left lever selects high, low, or the optional creeper range. Right lever selects one of four forward gears, or reverse. Tractor must be stopped to make gear or range changes. |
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| Gears | 18 forward and 9 reverse / 16 forward and 4 reverse / 8 forward and 2 reverse |
| Oil capacity | 100.4 qts (95.0 L) / 80 qts (2WD) (75.7 L) / 72.8 qts (2WD) (68.9 L) |
| Transmission | Funk Ultra Command / Dual Power - constant mesh / Constant mesh |
| Transmission type | 18-speed / 16-speed / 8-speed |
| Transmission type | 18-speed / 16-speed / 8-speed |
Mechanical
| Description | Power steering / Hydraulic wet disc brakes / optional cab with heat and A/C |
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| Drive type | Two- or four-wheel drive |
Capacity
| Fuel | 75 gal (283.9 L) |
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| Steering | 2 qts (1.9 L) |
Hydraulics
| Pressure | 2500 psi (172.4 bar) |
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| Pump flow | 20 gpm (75.7 lpm) |
| SCV flow | 16.9 gpm (64.0 lpm) |
| Steering cap. | 2 qts (1.9 L) |
| Steering press. | 2025 psi (139.6 bar) |
| Type | open center gear pump, dual pumps optional |
| Valves | 2 to 4 |
Hitch
| Control | position and draft control |
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| Rear Type | 3/2 |
PTO
| Rear PTO | independent |
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| Rear PTO Type | 540/1000 |
Electrical
| Battery volts | 12 |
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| Charging amps | 90 |
| Charging system | alternator |
Dimensions & Tires
| Ground clearance | 16.4 inches (41 cm) |
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| Length | 191 inches (485 cm) |
| Wheelbase | 111 inches (281 cm) |
| Width | 82 inches (208 cm) |
| Front tire | 11.00-16 |
| Rear tire | 18.4/15-38 |
| Weight | 12185 to 14710 pounds |
| Wheelbase | 111 inches (281 cm) |
| Ag front | 11.00-16 (2WD) |
| Ag rear | 18.4/15-38 |
Ford-New Holland 8730 Height
| Cab | 113.8 inches (289 cm) |
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| Exhaust | 124.6 inches (316 cm) |
| ROPS | 115 inches (292 cm) |
Ford-New Holland 8730 attachments
| Description | front-end loader |
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Nebraska Tractor Test 1516
| Description | Diesel 16-speed 2WDApril 25 - May 15, 1984Link: Nebraska Tractor Test 1516 file / PTO performance / Drawbar performance / Gear 5L used for power test. / Gear 2L used for pull test. |
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| Fuel use | 9.0 gal/hour (34.1 l/hour) / 8.1 gal/hour (30.7 l/hour) / 9.0 gal/hour (34.1 l/hour) |
| Max power | 124.84 hp (93.1 kW) |
| Max pull | 15,614 lbs (7082 kg) |
| Power at rated engine speed | 140.68 hp (104.9 kW) |
| Power at rated PTO speed | 135.70 hp (101.2 kW) |
Speeds
| Description | 18.4/15-38 rear tires. / 18.4/15-38 rear tires. / 18.4/15-38 rear tires. |
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