Overview
The Pioneer Tractor 30 is a massive 23,600 lb farm tractor produced in Winona, Minnesota, featuring a powerful 20.2L 4-cylinder horizontally-opposed engine. Notable for its substantial dimensions and standard cab with an upholstered seat, this machine was designed to handle significant agricultural tasks using its 10-plow capacity and 60 hp claimed belt power.
Ideal Applications
Heavy-Duty Plowing:
With a claimed drawbar power of 30 hp and the capacity to pull ten 14-inch plows, this tractor is engineered for large-scale primary tillage operations.
Belt-Driven Machinery:
The 18-inch diameter belt pulley operating at 625 RPM provides 60 hp of claimed power, making it suitable for driving large stationary threshers or mill equipment.
Extended Field Operations:
The combination of a primary 90-gallon fuel tank and a 15-gallon auxiliary tank allows for prolonged work cycles without the need for frequent refueling stops.
Production
| Description | Standard-tread tractor / Built in Winona, Minnesota, USA |
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| Manufacturer | Pioneer Tractor |
Engine
| Aux. fuel | 15 gal (56.8 L) |
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| Engine type | Pioneer Tractor 20.2L 4-cyl gasoline |
| Fuel tank | 90 gal (340.7 L) |
| Bore/Stroke | 7.00x8.00 inches (178 x 203 mm) |
| Description | Pioneer Tractor / gasoline / 4-cylinder / liquid-cooled horizontally-opposed |
| Displacement | 1232 ci (20.2 L) |
| Fuel system | Kingston 2.5-inch carburetor |
| Rated RPM | 625 |
| Belt (claimed) | 60 hp (44.7 kW) |
| Drawbar (claimed) | 30 hp (22.4 kW) |
| Plows | 10 (14-inch) |
Transmission
| Gears | 3 forward and 1 reverse |
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| Transmission type | 3-speed gear |
| Type | gear |
Mechanical
| Cab | Cab standard with upholstered seat. |
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| Drive type | Two-wheel drive |
| Steering | manual |
Dimensions & Tires
| Height | 144 inches (365 cm) |
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| Length | 237 inches (601 cm) |
| Weight | 23600 lbs (10704 kg) |
| Wheelbase | 156 inches (396 cm) |
| Width | 120 inches (304 cm) |
| Rear tire | 96x24 |
| Weight | 23600 lbs (10704 kg) |
| Wheelbase | 156 inches (396 cm) |
| Ag rear | 96x24 (steel) |
Belt Pulley
| Diameter | 18 inches (45 cm) |
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| RPM | 625 |
| Speed | 2827 ft/min (861.67 meters/min) |
| Width | 15 inches (38 cm) |
Links
| Description | Pioneer 30-60: Restoration of a Pioneer 30-60 at Gas Engine Magazine |
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