The Ford-New Holland 8530 is a powerful row crop tractor built for serious farming. It has a 2WD drive system and hydrostatic power steering, making it easy to control in the fields. The tractor uses a constant mesh transmission with 16 forward gears and 4 reverse gears, giving farmers lots of options for different tasks.
Under the hood, the 8530 has a Ford diesel engine with 6 cylinders. The engine is liquid-cooled and has an average displacement of 401 ci. It runs at a very high 2300 rpm, which means it can handle tough jobs. The tractor is quite big, measuring 172 inches long and 82 inches wide. It weighs 11,395 lb, which is about average for its class. The 8530 also has a Category III hitch and an open center gear pump hydraulic system, making it versatile for various farm implements.
