The Interstate Tractor Plow Man 13-30 is a utility tractor built for standard tread work. It has a 4x2 2WD chassis with manual steering and a simple gear transmission with two forward speeds. This tractor is powered by a Buda engine that runs on kerosene fuel. The engine has four cylinders and is liquid-cooled, with a very high displacement of 350 ci. It operates at a low 900 rpm, which is below average for tractors.
The Plow Man 13-30 is a compact tractor, measuring 156 inches long, 70 inches wide, and 70 inches tall. It weighs 3800 lb, which is about average for its class. The tractor features steel tires, with large 60-inch diameter rear tires that are 10 inches wide. It uses a hand-crank starter, which was common for tractors of its era. The Plow Man 13-30 also comes with a Kingston carburetor, adding to its classic design.