Volvo T430

Last Updated: June 2024

Overview

The Volvo T430 is a utility tractor equipped with a Perkins 3-cylinder, liquid-cooled, diesel engine producing 42.5 horsepower. It has a mechanical steering system, a two-wheel-drive chassis, and its power is transmitted through an 8-speed gear transmission with a two-speed power shift, resulting in 16 forward and 4 reverse gears, enabling a variety of speed options for different tasks. The tractor sits on 7.50-16 front tires and selectable 13.6-36 or 12.4-36 rear agricultural tires, reflecting its utility role. With a wheelbase of 82.7 inches and a weight of 5291 lbs, it’s designed to be stable and robust for various farming duties. Overall, the Volvo T430's design underscores functionality and simplicity.

Key Specifications

Category: Utility

Power Output: 42.5

Transmission: Gear with Two-speed Power Shift

Drive Type: 2WD

Operating Weight: 5291

Fuel Type: Diesel

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Volvo T430 Tractor

Volvo T430 vs. Similar Tractors

Power Output

Average

Greater than 39% of similar tractors.

Operating Weight

Average

Greater than 44% of similar tractors.

Technical Specifications

Engine

Manufacturer: Perkins
Model: -
Cooling Type: Liquid-cooled
Cylinder Orientation: -
Valve Configuration: -
Fuel Type: Diesel
Induction Type: Natural
Cylinders: 3
Displacement (ci): 152.55
Bore (in): 3.6
Stroke (in): 5
Rated RPM: 2250
Power Output (hp): 42.5

Transmission

Type: Gear with Two-speed Power Shift
Forward Gears: 16
Reverse Gears: 4
Total Gears: -

Dimensions

Length (in): 129.9
Width (in): 69.7
Height (in): 92.1
Operating Weight (lb): 5291

Power Take-Off (PTO)

PTO Type: -
PTO Speed 1 (rpm): -
PTO Speed 2 (rpm): -
PTO Speed 3 (rpm): -

Miscellaneous

Chassis: 4x2 2WD
Drive Type: 2WD
Steering Type: Mechanical
Coolant Capacity (qts): -
Front Tire Diameter (in): 31 (calculated from tire size 7.50-16)
Front Tire Width (in): 7.5
Rear Tire Diameter (in): 36
Rear Tire Width (in): 13.6
Front/Rear Rim Diameter (in): -
Tire Type: Agricultural
Manufacture - End Year: -
Hitch Type: -
Hitch Category: -
Hitch Position: -
Hitch Capacity (lb): -
Operator Station Type: -
Starter Type: Electric (deduced from starter volts)
Brake Type: -
Hydraulic System Type: -