Ford

Ford 8430

The Brazillian-built Ford 8430 is similar to the Fiat 140-90. It was produced from 1992 to 1997 as part of the 30 Superforça Series. It features a Fiat 5.8L 6-cylinder turbocharged diesel engine producing 140 hp (104.4 kW). The tractor has a 12-speed partially synchronized transmission with an optional 24-speed creeper. It includes four-wheel drive, power steering, hydraulic wet disc brakes, and a two-post ROPS with an optional cab with air-conditioning. The rear hitch is type II with position and draft control, and the PTO is independent with hydraulic clutch and 540/1000 rpm options. Electrical system includes a 12-volt battery and alternator charging system.

Power140 hp

Founded1992 - 1997

Model8430

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Technical Specifications

Detailed specifications and technical data for Ford 8430

Power

Engine power	140 hp (104.4 kW)

Engine

Type	turbocharged diesel
Model	Fiat 8065.25
Power	140 hp (104.4 kW)
Cooling	liquid-cooled
Starter	electric
Cylinders	6-cylinder
Rated RPM	2500
Bore/Stroke	4.094x4.53 inches (104 x 115 mm)
Displacement	353.9 ci (5.8 L)
Starter volts	12

Electrical

Battery volts	12
Charging system	alternator

Mechanical

ROPS	Two-post ROPS. Cab optional with air-conditioning.
Drive	Four-wheel drive
Brakes	Hydraulic wet disc brakes
Steering	Power steering

Production

Notes	The Brazillian-built Ford 8430 is similar to the Fiat 140-90.
Series	30 Superforça Series
Built in	Curitiba, Brazil
Years produced	1992 - 1997

Transmission

Options	12-speed partially synchronized, 24-speed creeper
Type (creeper)	creeper
Gears (creeper)	24 forward and 8 reverse
Type (12-speed)	partially synchronized
Clutch (creeper)	305mm cerametallic disc
Gears (12-speed)	12 forward and 4 reverse
Clutch (12-speed)	305mm cerametallic disc
Description (creeper)	Four gears (1-4) in three ranges (I, II, III) plus reverse (R) range with additional dual range shift (creeper/normal).
Description (12-speed)	Four gears (1-4) in three ranges (I, II, III) plus reverse (R) range.