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Ford 4230

Ford 4230 tractor
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The Ford 4230 is an orchard/vineyard tractor produced from 1992 to 1997. It was distributed by Ford but manufactured by Fiat. The tractor is Fiat built and shares the same design as the Fiat 72-86. It features a Fiat 3.6L 4-cylinder diesel engine, 12-speed gear or shuttle transmission options, and is available in two- or four-wheel drive. The tractor includes mechanical wet disc brakes, power steering, and a two-post mid-mount ROPS with an optional cab with air-conditioning. It has a PTO power of 62 hp (46.2 kW) and a rear lift capacity of 5931 lbs (2690 kg). The 4230 is equipped with an open center hydraulic system and has various tire and dimension options for 2WD and 4WD configurations.
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Power68 hp[P]
Founded1992 - 1997
Model4230

Technical Specifications

Detailed specifications and technical data for Ford 4230

Power

PTO (claimed):62 hp (46.2 kW)

Engine

Type:Fiat 3.6L 4-cyl diesel
Details:Fiat diesel 4-cylinder liquid-cooled
Rated RPM:2500
Bore/Stroke:3.937x4.527 inches (100 x 115 mm)
Pre-heating:thermostart
Displacement:220.5 ci (3.6 L)
Starter volts:12

Height

2WD Hood:48.5 inches (123 cm)
2WD ROPS:83.4 inches (211 cm)
4WD Hood:50.2 inches (127 cm)
4WD ROPS:85 inches (215 cm)
2WD Steering wheel:52.8 inches (134 cm)
4WD Steering wheel:54.5 inches (138 cm)

Capacity

Fuel:13.7 gal (51.9 L)
Hydraulic system:11.3 gal (42.8 L)

Electrical

Ground:negative
Battery volts:12
Charging system:alternator
Cab Charging amps:65
ROPS Charging amps:33

Hydraulics

Type:open center
Valves:2 or 3
Capacity:11.3 gal (42.8 L)
Pressure:2740 psi (188.9 bar)
Pump flow:11 gpm (41.6 lpm)
Steering flow:8.1 gpm (30.7 lpm)
Steering pressure:1450 psi (100.0 bar)

Mechanical

ROPS:Two-post mid-mount ROPS. Cab optional with air-conditioning.
Drive:Two- or four-wheel drive
Brakes:Mechanical wet disc brakes
Final drives:inboard planetary
Power steering:Yes
Differential lock:mechanical rear

Production

Note:The Ford/New Holland 4230 is the same as the Fiat 72-86.
Type:Orchard/Vineyard tractor
Distributor:Ford
Manufacturer:Fiat
Original price:$25,000 in 1997
Years produced:1992 - 1997

Transmission

Gears:12 forward and 4 reverse
Gear type:gear
Shuttle type:shuttle
Shuttle gears:12 forward and reverse
Transmission options:12-speed gear, 12-speed shuttle

Tractor hitch

Control:position control and lower-link draft sensing
Rear Type:II
Rear lift capacity:5931 lbs (2690 kg)

Dimensions & Tires

2WD Width:57.5 inches (146 cm)
4WD Width:58.5 inches (148 cm)
2WD Length:138.5 inches (351 cm)
2WD Weight:4871 lbs (2209 kg)
4WD Length:144.5 inches (367 cm)
4WD Weight:5290 lbs (2399 kg)
Rear tread:42 to 57 inches (106 to 144 cm)
2WD Wheelbase:78.8 inches (200 cm)
4WD Wheelbase:83.1 inches (211 cm)
2WD Front tread:46 to 58 inches (116 to 147 cm)
4WD Front tread:47 to 53 inches (119 to 134 cm)
2WD Standard tires (ag):Front: 27x9.50-15. Rear: 14.9x24
4WD Standard tires (ag):Front: 9.5-16. Rear: 14.9x24
4WD Clearance (front axle):15.4 inches (39 cm), 15.5 inches (39 cm)

Power Take-off (PTO)

Rear PTO:independent
Rear PTO Type:540/1000

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