Production

Who manufactures this tractor and where was it built?

• Manufacturer: Ford
• Type: Row-Crop tractor
• Factory: Built in Antwerp, Belgium
• Original Price: $56,500 in 1993

Engine

What type of engine does the Ford 8730 have?

• Engine: Ford 6.6L 6-cyl diesel

Transmissions

What are the available transmission options for the Ford 8730?

• Options: 18-speed, 16-speed, 8-speed

Horsepower

How much horsepower does the Ford 8730 produce?

• PTO (claimed): 140 hp, 104.4 kW
• Drawbar (tested): 124.84 hp, 93.1 kW
• PTO (tested): 140.68 hp, 104.9 kW

Mechanical

What are the mechanical features of the Ford 8730?

• Drive: Two- or four-wheel drive
• Steering: Power steering
• Brakes: Hydraulic wet disc brakes
• Cab: Optional cab with heat and A/C

Capacity

What is the fuel and fluid capacity of the Ford 8730?

• Fuel: 75 gal, 283.9 L
• Auxiliary Tank: 24.5 gal, 92.7 L
• Steering: 2 qts, 1.9 L

Hydraulics

What are the hydraulic specifications for the Ford 8730?

• Type: Open center gear pump, dual pumps optional
• Pressure: 2500 psi, 172.4 bar
• Valves: 2 to 4
• Pump Flow: 20 gpm, 75.7 lpm; 28.6 gpm, 108.3 lpm (dual pumps)
• SCV Flow: 16.9 gpm, 64.0 lpm; 19 gpm, 71.9 lpm (dual pumps)
• Steering Capacity: 2 qts, 1.9 L
• Steering Pressure: 2025 psi, 139.6 bar

Tractor Hitch

What type of hitch does the Ford 8730 have?

• Rear Type: 3/2
• Control: Position and draft control

Power Take-off (PTO)

What are the PTO specifications for the Ford 8730?

• Rear PTO: Independent
• Rear RPM: 540/1000

Dimensions & Tires

What are the dimensions and tire specifications for the Ford 8730?

• Wheelbase: 111 inches, 281 cm
• Weight: 12185 to 14710 pounds
• Front Tire: 11.00-16
• Rear Tire: 18.4/15-38

Electrical

What electrical specifications does the Ford 8730 have?

• Charging System: Alternator
• Charging Amps: 90
• Battery Volts: 12