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J.I. Case 730
The J.I. Case 730 is a standard-tread diesel tractor produced from 1960 to 1969 by J.I. Case in Racine, Wisconsin, USA. It is part of the 730 Series and was available with various engine and chassis options. The 730 model was the standard-front diesel version. It features a 4.4L 4-cylinder liquid-cooled diesel engine producing an estimated 62.2 hp, with PTO power of 56 hp. Transmission options include an 8-speed torque converter (Case-o-matic) and an 8-speed unsynchronized dual-range transmission. The tractor has a wheelbase of 102 inches, weighs 7,000 lbs, and uses 6.00-16 front and 14.9-30 rear tires. It includes a Case Eagle Hitch with a rear lift capacity of 1,350 lbs and an independent rear PTO with 540 and 1000 RPM options. Hydraulics are open center with 17 gal capacity and 4 valves. Attachments include the 295 Loader with 3000 lbs breakout force and a front-end loader option.
Power62 hp[P]
Founded1960 - 1969
Model730
Technical Specifications
Detailed specifications and technical data for J.I. Case 730
Power
| Plows | 5 |
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| PTO (claimed) | 56 hp (41.8 kW) |
Tires
| Rear tire | 14.9-30 |
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| Front tire | 6.00-16 |
Engine
| Type | diesel |
|---|---|
| Cooling | liquid-cooled |
| Cylinders | 4-cylinder |
| Rated RPM | 1700 (Dual-Range), 1900 (Case-o-Matic) |
| Bore/Stroke | 4.125x5.00 inches (105 x 127 mm) |
| Displacement | 267 ci (4.4 L) |
| Firing order | 1-3-4-2 |
| Manufacturer | J.I. Case |
| Oil capacity | 9 qts (8.5 L) |
| Starter volts | 12 |
| Coolant capacity | 30 qts (28.4 L) |
| Compression ratio | 15.2:1 |
Capacity
| Fuel | 31 gal (117.3 L) |
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| Hydraulic system | 17 gal (64.3 L) |
Variants
| 730 | standard-front diesel |
|---|---|
| 731 | row-crop diesel |
| 732 | Western Special diesel |
| 733 | high-clearance diesel |
| 734 | orchard diesel |
| 740 | standard-front gas |
| 741 | row-crop gas |
| 742 | Western Special gas |
| 743 | high-clearance gas |
| 744 | orchard gas |
Dimensions
| Width | 88 inches (223 cm) |
|---|---|
| Height | 84 inches (213 cm) |
| Length | 156 inches (396 cm) |
| Weight | 7,000 lbs (3175 kg) |
| Wheelbase | 102 inches (259 cm) |
| Ground clearance | 15 inches (38 cm) |
Electrical
| Ground | negative |
|---|---|
| Batteries | 2 |
| Battery CCA | 70 |
| Battery volts | 6 |
| Charging amps | 20 |
| Charging system | generator |
Hydraulics
| Type | open center |
|---|---|
| Valves | 4 |
| Capacity | 17 gal (64.3 L) |
| Pump flow | 15.5 gpm (58.7 lpm) |
Mechanical
| Drive | Two-wheel drive |
|---|---|
| Steering | manual, power optional |
| Operator station | Open |
Production
| Type | Standard-tread tractor |
|---|---|
| Series | 730 Series |
| Built in | Racine, Wisconsin, USA |
| Years made | 1960 - 1969 |
| Description | The Case 730 often refers to an entire series of tractors, with a number of engine and chassis options. The specific model 730 was the standard-tread diesel version of the Case 730 series. |
| Original price | $5,700 (1969) |
Attachments
| 295 Loader | Weight1209 lbs (548 kg) Dump angle75° Bucket width40 inches (101 cm) Boom cylinder2.5 inches (6 cm) Height at pin108 inches (274 cm) Breakout force3000 lbs (1360 kg) Bucket cylinder2.25 inches (5 cm) |
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Transmission
| Options | 8-speed torque converter, 8-speed unsynchronized |
|---|---|
| Dual-Range | Typeunsynchronized Gears8 forward and 2 reverse Clutchmechanical dry disc |
| Case-o-matic | Typetorque converter Gears8 forward and 2 reverse |
Tractor hitch
| Type | Case Eagle Hitch |
|---|---|
| Rear Type | II |
| Rear lift | 1,350 lbs (612 kg) |
Serial Numbers
| 1960 | 8160001 |
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| 1961 | 8168801 |
| 1962 | 8190001 |
| 1963 | 8208001 |
| 1964 | 8229001 |
| 1965 | 8253501 |
| 1966 | 8279001 |
| 1967 | 8306501 |
| 1968 | 8332101 |
| 1969 | 8356251 |
| Location | Plate on instrument panel |
Power Take-off (PTO)
| Rear PTO | independent |
|---|---|
| Rear PTO Type | 540, 1000 |