Ferguson TO-30

Last Updated: September 2024

Overview

The Ferguson TO-30 is a utility tractor made from 1951 to 1954. It's a 2-wheel drive tractor with a manual steering system. The TO-30 has a 4-speed transmission with one reverse gear, making it easy to use for different farm tasks.

This tractor is powered by a Continental Z-129 engine. It's a 4-cylinder gasoline engine that produces 31 horsepower. The engine size is average for tractors of its time, while its power output is slightly below average. The TO-30 weighs 2,800 pounds, which is on the lighter side for tractors. It has a rear hitch and a transmission-driven PTO that spins at 540 rpm. The tractor has an open operator station, which means no enclosed cab for the driver. It uses agricultural tires and has an electric starter for easy starting.

The Ferguson TO-30 is compact, measuring 110 inches long, 64 inches wide, and 52 inches tall. It has a 70-inch wheelbase, which helps with stability. The tractor uses a 6-volt electrical system and has differential mechanical expanding shoe brakes. These features make the TO-30 a practical choice for small to medium-sized farms needing a reliable, easy-to-use tractor.
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Key Specifications

Category: Utility

Power Output: 31 hp (23.1 kW)

Transmission: Unsynchronized gear

Drive Type: 2WD

Operating Weight: 2800 lb (1270 kg)

Fuel Type: Gasoline

Ferguson TO-30 vs. Similar Tractors

Power Output

The Power Output for the Ferguson TO-30 is Below Average. It is greater than 26% of similar Utility tractors in our database.

Horsepower distribution of Utility tractors

(across 4.7K+ tractors in our database)

Operating Weight

The Operating Weight for the Ferguson TO-30 is Below Average. It is greater than 23% of similar Utility tractors in our database.

Operating weight distribution of Utility tractors

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Engine Displacement

The Engine Displacement for the Ferguson TO-30 is Average. It is greater than 34% of similar Utility tractors in our database.

Engine displacement distribution of Utility tractors

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Engine Rated RPM

The Engine Rated RPM for the Ferguson TO-30 is Poor. It is greater than 9% of similar Utility tractors in our database.

Engine rated RPM distribution of Utility tractors

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Technical Specifications

Engine

Manufacturer
Continental
Model
Z-129
Cooling Type
Liquid-cooled
Cylinder Orientation
Vertical
Valve Configuration
OHV
Fuel Type
Gasoline
Induction Type
Naturally aspirated
Cylinders
4
Displacement
129 ci (2.1 L)
Bore
3.27 in (83.1 mm)
Stroke
3.86 in (98.0 mm)
Rated RPM
2000
Power Output
31 hp (23.1 kW)

Transmission

Type
Unsynchronized gear
Forward Gears
4
Reverse Gears
1
Total Gears
5

Drivetrain

Chassis
4x2 2WD
Drive Type
2WD
Steering Type
Manual
Brake Type
Differential mechanical expanding shoe