Ford-New Holland

Ford-New Holland 8730

The Ford-New Holland 8730 is a row-crop tractor produced from 1990 to 1993, built in Antwerp, Belgium. It features a Ford 6.6L turbocharged 6-cylinder diesel engine, with a variety of transmission options including an 18-speed Funk Ultra Command Powershift, a 16-speed Dual Power constant mesh, and an 8-speed constant mesh transmission. The tractor offers two- or four-wheel drive, power steering, hydraulic wet disc brakes, and an optional cab with heat and A/C. It has a PTO power of 140 hp claimed, with tested drawbar and PTO power close to that. The tractor's dimensions include a 111-inch wheelbase, length of 191 inches, and weight ranging from 12,185 lbs to 14,710 lbs depending on configuration. It supports a rear PTO with independent 540/1000 rpm options and has hydraulic systems with open center gear pumps and optional dual pumps. The Ford 7413 front-end loader is available as an attachment, with a lift capacity of 3800 lbs and breakout force of 6500 lbs.

Power155 hp[P]

Founded1990 - 1993

Model8730

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Technical Specifications

Detailed specifications and technical data for Ford-New Holland 8730

Power

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

Tires

Ag rear	18.4/15-38
Ag front	11.00-16 (2WD), 14.9/13-28 (4WD)

Engine

Type	turbocharged diesel
Model	Ford 6.6L 6-cyl diesel
Cooling	liquid-cooled
Cylinders	6-cylinder
Rated RPM	2200
Bore/Stroke	4.40x4.40 inches (112 x 112 mm)
Compression	15.6:1
Displacement	401 ci (6.6 L)
Firing order	1-5-3-6-2-4
Oil capacity	19.6 qts (18.5 L)
Coolant capacity	22 qts (20.8 L), 23.6 qts (22.3 L) with heater
Intake valve clearance	0.014-0.016 inches (cold) (0.356 mm)
Exhaust valve clearance	0.017-0.019 inches (cold) (0.432 mm)

Capacity

Fuel	75 gal (283.9 L), 24.5 gal (auxiliary tank) (92.7 L)
Steering	2 qts (1.9 L)

Dimensions

Width	82 inches (208 cm)
Height	ROPS 115 inches (292 cm), Cab 113.8 inches (289 cm), Exhaust 124.6 inches (316 cm)
Length	191 inches (485 cm)
Weight	12,185 lbs (2WD) (5527 kg), 12,785 lbs (2WD cab) (5799 kg), 13,390 lbs (4WD) (6073 kg), 13,990 lbs (4WD cab) (6345 kg), 14,710 lbs (4WD cab Powershift) (6672 kg)
Wheelbase	111 inches (281 cm)
Ground clearance	16.4 inches (41 cm)

Electrical

Battery volts	12
Charging amps	90
Charging system	alternator

Hydraulics

Type	open center gear pump, dual pumps optional
Valves	2 to 4
Pressure	2500 psi (172.4 bar)
SCV flow	16.9 gpm (64.0 lpm), 19 gpm (71.9 lpm) dual pumps
Pump flow	20 gpm (75.7 lpm), 28.6 gpm (108.3 lpm) dual pumps
Steering capacity	2 qts (1.9 L)
Steering pressure	2025 psi (139.6 bar)

Mechanical

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

Production

Type	Row-Crop tractor
Built in	Antwerp, Belgium
Years made	1990 - 1993
Manufacturer	Ford-New Holland
Original price	$56,500 in 1993

Attachments

Loader	Ford 7413 Loader
Lift capacity	3800 lbs (1723 kg) full at pin
Breakout force	6500 lbs (2948 kg)
Reach (dumped)	33 inches (83 cm)
Height (at pin)	156 inches (396 cm)
Clearance (dumped)	122 inches (309 cm)

Transmission

Options	18-speed, 16-speed, 8-speed
Constant mesh	Gears8 forward and 2 reverse DescriptionTransmission is operated with two levers and the clutch pedal. Left lever selects high, low, or the optional creeper range. Right lever selects one of four forward gears, or reverse. Tractor must be stopped to make gear or range changes. Oil capacity72.8 qts (2WD) (68.9 L), 87.3 qts (4WD) (82.6 L)
Funk Ultra Command	Gears18 forward and 9 reverse DescriptionThe Ford Ultra Command Powershift allows on-the-move shifting between gears, and shuttle shifting, without a clutch. A single lever controls the transmission; moving it to the left shifts down, to the right shifts up. Pushing forward increases forward throttle while pulling it back moves the tractor in reverse. An inching pedal is used for precise movements. Oil capacity100.4 qts (95.0 L)
Dual Power - constant mesh	Gears16 forward and 4 reverse DescriptionThe Dual Power transmission provides a 'Powerdrive' low range to the basic constant mesh transmission. A foot switch next to the clutch is used to engage and disengage the mode, and may be switched while the tractor is in motion. A "rabbit" or "turtle" display light on the instrument panel indicates which mode the transmission is selected. Oil capacity80 qts (2WD) (75.7 L), 85.5 qts (4WD) (80.9 L)