Overview
The Volvo T430 is a versatile farm utility tractor produced between 1969 and 1978 with over 23,000 units manufactured. It features a 42.5 hp Perkins three-cylinder diesel engine and a TracTrol transmission system offering up to 16 forward gears.
Ideal Applications
Implement Handling:
The rear lift capacity of 2756 lbs and 8.7 gpm hydraulic pump flow allow for the effective operation of various rear-mounted farm attachments.
Variable Speed Tasks:
With options for 8 or 16 forward gears and a two-speed power shift transmission, operators can precisely match travel speed to specific field requirements.
Row Crop Versatility:
The adjustable front and rear tread widths, ranging up to 69.7 inches, allow the tractor to be configured for different crop row spacings and stability needs.
Production
| Description | Utility tractor |
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| Manufacturer | Volvo |
| Total built | 23764 |
Engine
| Engine type | Perkins 2.5L 3-cyl diesel |
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| Fuel tank | 11.9 gal (45.0 L) |
| Bore/Stroke | 3.60x5.00 inches (91 x 127 mm) |
| Compression | 18:1 |
| Description | Perkins / diesel / 3-cylinder / liquid-cooled |
| Displacement | 152.55 ci (2.5 L) |
| Power | 42.5 hp (31.7 kW) |
| Rated RPM | 2250 |
| Starter volts | 12 |
| Torque | 123.2 lb-ft (167.1 Nm) |
| Torque RPM | 1350 |
Transmission
| Gears | 8 forward and 2 reverse / 16 forward and 4 reverse |
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| Transmission | TracTrol |
| Type | gear / two-speed power shift |
| Transmission type | 8-speed gear / 16-speed two-speed power shift |
| Transmission type | 8-speed gear / 16-speed two-speed power shift |
Mechanical
| Cab | Open operator station. Cab optional. |
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| Drive type | Two-wheel drive |
| Steering | mechanical |
Hydraulics
| Pump flow | 8.7 gpm (32.9 lpm) |
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Hitch
| Rear lift | 2756 lbs (1250 kg) |
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PTO
| Engine RPM | 540@1770 |
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| Rear PTO Type | 540 (1.375) |
Dimensions & Tires
| Front tread | 48/54.7 inches (121/138 cm) |
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| Height | 92.1 inches (233 cm) |
| Length | 129.9 inches (329 cm) |
| Rear tread | 53.5 to 69.7 inches (135 to 177 cm) |
| Weight | 5291 lbs*Weight with cab. (2399 kg) |
| Wheelbase | 82.7 inches (210 cm) |
| Width | 69.7 inches (177 cm) |
| Front tire | 7.50-16 |
| Rear tire | 13.6-36 |
| Weight | 5291 lbs (2399 kg) |
| Wheelbase | 82.7 inches (210 cm) |
| Ag front | 7.50-16 |
| Ag rear | 13.6-36 / 12.4-36 |
References
| Description | Volvo BM T430 published in 1976 |
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Speeds
| Description | With 13.6-36 rear tires. / With 13.6-36 rear tires. |
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