Overview
The Knudson 310 is a powerful 4WD farm tractor produced between 1974 and 1978 in Crosby, North Dakota, featuring a Cummins 14.0L 6-cylinder turbocharged diesel engine. Delivering 310 hp and 852 lb-ft of torque, this machine is equipped with power four-wheel steering and a 12-speed Spicer-Dana gear transmission for substantial agricultural performance.
Ideal Applications
Heavy Tillage and Field Work:
With a high 310 hp rating and 852 lb-ft of torque at 1600 RPM, the Knudson 310 is built for heavy-duty farming tasks requiring significant pulling power.
All-Terrain Operations:
The 4x4 drive system and power four-wheel steering, combined with the 310H hillside self-leveling variant, make it suitable for managing challenging terrain and slopes.
Extended Working Hours:
A standard air-conditioned cab and a large 235-gallon fuel tank allow operators to work longer durations comfortably while minimizing stops for refueling.
Production
| Description | Built in Crosby, North Dakota, USA |
|---|---|
| Drive type | Four-wheel Drive (4WD) tractor |
| Manufacturer | Knudson |
Engine
| Engine type | Cummins 14.0L 6-cyl diesel |
|---|---|
| Fuel tank | 235 gal (889.5 L) |
| Air cleaner | dry |
| Bore/Stroke | 5.50x6.00 inches (140 x 152 mm) |
| Coolant capacity | 52 qts (49.2 L) |
| Description | Cummins NT-855-310 / turbocharged diesel / 6-cylinder / liquid-cooled |
| Displacement | 855 ci (14.0 L) |
| Oil capacity | 42 qts (39.7 L) |
| Power | 310 hp (231.2 kW) |
| Rated RPM | 2100 |
| Starter | electric |
| Starter volts | 12 |
| Torque | 852 lb-ft (1155.3 Nm) |
| Torque RPM | 1600 |
Transmission
| Clutch | 394mm cerametallic discs |
|---|---|
| Description | 1262 transmission with Rockwell T-228 two-speed transfer case. |
| Gears | 12 forward and 2 reverse |
| Transmission | Spicer-Dana 1262 |
| Transmission type | 12-speed gear |
| Type | gear |
Mechanical
| Cab | Cab standard with air-conditioning. |
|---|---|
| Description | Power four-wheel steering |
| Drive | 4x4 4WD |
| Final drives | planetary |
Hydraulics
| Rear valves | 3 |
|---|---|
| Type | open center |
Electrical
| Battery volts | 12 |
|---|---|
| Charging amps | 75 |
| Charging system | alternator |
Dimensions & Tires
| Height | 136 inches (345 cm) |
|---|---|
| Length | 262 inches (665 cm) |
| Max weight | 24000 lbs (10886 kg) |
| Wheelbase | 144 inches (365 cm) |
| Width | 174 inches (441 cm) |
| Front tire | 23.1-26 |
| Rear tire | 23.1-26 |
| Wheelbase | 144 inches (365 cm) |
| Ag front | 23.1-26 |
| Ag rear | 23.1-26 |
Speeds
| Description | With 23.1-26 tires. |
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Variants
| 310H | hillside self-leveling |
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