Ford 3830

The Ford 3830 is an orchard/vineyard tractor distributed by Ford and manufactured by Fiat from 1992 to 1997. It is the same as the Fiat 55-86. It features a Fiat 2.7L 3-cylinder liquid-cooled diesel engine, with a rated PTO power of 45 hp (33.6 kW). The tractor offers 12-speed gear and shuttle transmission options, with 12 forward and 4 reverse gears in the gear type and 12 forward and reverse in the shuttle type. It is available in two- or four-wheel drive configurations with inboard planetary final drives and mechanical rear differential lock. The tractor includes power steering, mechanical wet disc brakes, and a two-post mid-mount folding ROPS. Fuel capacity is 11.9 gallons (45.0 L) and hydraulic system capacity is 11.3 gallons (42.8 L). The hydraulics system is open center type with 2740 psi (188.9 bar) pressure and 2 or 3 valves. The rear hitch is type I with position control and lower-link draft sensing, and rear lift capacity of 4321 lbs (1960 kg). The rear PTO is independent with 540 rpm. Dimensions vary between 2WD and 4WD models, with wheelbases of 72.6 inches (184 cm) and 75.5 inches (191 cm) respectively, and weights from 3851 to 4035 lbs. Standard tires for 2WD are 5.50x16 front and 11.2x24 rear, and for 4WD 6.00x16 front and 11.2x24 rear. Electrical system is negative ground with a 33 amp alternator and 12 volt battery.