Ford
Ford 8530
The Ford 8530 is a row-crop tractor produced from 1990 to 1993 as part of the 8030 Series. Built in Antwerp, Belgium, it features a Ford 6.6L 6-cylinder diesel engine delivering approximately 116.7 hp estimated engine power. It offers two transmission options: a 16-speed Dual Power constant mesh transmission with a 'Powerdrive' low range and an 8-speed constant mesh transmission. The tractor supports two- or four-wheel drive, power steering, power disc brakes, and an optional cab with heat and A/C. Fuel capacity includes a main 33-gallon tank and a 24.5-gallon auxiliary tank. Hydraulics use an open center gear pump with optional dual pumps, providing up to 29.6 gpm pump flow. The rear hitch is category II with position and draft control, and the PTO is independent with 540/1000 rpm options. Dimensions include a 105-inch wheelbase, 172-inch length, and weights ranging from 11,395 lbs to 13,920 lbs depending on configuration. The 7412 front-end loader attachment offers a 3000 lbs lift capacity and multiple bucket widths. Electrical system features a 12-volt battery and 90-amp alternator.
Power116 hp[P]
Founded1990 - 1993
Model8530
Technical Specifications
Detailed specifications and technical data for Ford 8530
Power
| PTO (tested) | 105.74 hp (78.9 kW) |
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| PTO (claimed) | 105 hp (78.3 kW) |
| Drawbar (tested) | 92.62 hp (69.1 kW) |
| Drawbar (claimed) | 92 hp (68.6 kW) |
Engine
| Type | Ford 6.6L 6-cyl diesel |
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| Detail | Ford diesel 6-cylinder liquid-cooled |
| Rated RPM | 2300 |
| Bore/Stroke | 4.40x4.40 inches (112 x 112 mm) |
| Compression | 16.3:1 |
| Displacement | 401 ci (6.6 L) |
| Firing order | 1-5-3-6-2-4 |
| Oil capacity | 19.6 qts (18.5 L) |
| Coolant capacity | 21.2 qts (20.1 L), 22.4 qts (21.2 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 | 33 gal (124.9 L), 24.5 gal (auxiliary tank) (92.7 L) |
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| Steering | 2 qts (1.9 L) |
Electrical
| Battery volts | 12 |
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| Charging amps | 90 |
| Charging system | alternator |
Hydraulics
| Type | open center gear pump, dual pumps optional |
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| Pressure | 2500 psi (172.4 bar) |
| SCV flow | 17.6 gpm (66.6 lpm), 19.0 gpm (dual pumps) (71.9 lpm) |
| Pump flow | 20.9 gpm (79.1 lpm), 29.6 gpm (dual pumps) (112.0 lpm) |
| Steering capacity | 2 qts (1.9 L) |
| Steering pressure | 2025 psi (139.6 bar) |
Mechanical
| Cab | optional cab with heat and A/C |
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| Drive | Two- or four-wheel drive |
| Brakes | Power disc brakes |
| Steering | Power steering |
Production
| Type | Row-Crop tractor |
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| Series | 8030 Series |
| Built in | Antwerp, Belgium |
| Original price | $46,000 in 1993 |
| Years produced | 1990 - 1993 |
Attachments
| Loader | 7412 Loader |
|---|---|
| Weight | 2550 lbs (1156 kg) |
| Bucket widths | 84 inches (213 cm), 96 inches (243 cm), 103 inches (261 cm) |
| Lift capacity | 3000 lbs lift (full at pin) (1360 kg) |
| Breakout force | 4960 lbs breakout (2249 kg) |
| Reach (dumped) | 45 inches (114 cm) |
| Height (at pin) | 146 inches (370 cm) |
| Clearance (dumped) | 106 inches (269 cm) |
Transmission
| Options | 16-speed, 8-speed |
|---|---|
| Dual Power | constant mesh |
| Constant mesh | Transmission |
| Gears (Dual Power) | 16 forward and 4 reverse |
| Gears (Constant mesh) | 8 forward and 2 reverse |
| Dual Power description | 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. |
| Constant mesh operation | 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 capacity (Dual Power) | 80 qts (2WD) (75.7 L), 85.5 qts (4WD) (80.9 L) |
| Oil capacity (Constant mesh) | 72.8 qts (2WD) (68.9 L), 87.3 qts (4WD) (82.6 L) |
Tractor hitch
| Control | position and draft control |
|---|---|
| Rear Type | II |
Dimensions & Tires
| Width | 82 inches (208 cm) |
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| Length | 172 inches (436 cm) |
| Weight | 11,395 lbs (2WD) (5168 kg), 11,995 lbs (2WD cab) (5440 kg), 12,600 lbs (4WD) (5715 kg), 13,200 lbs (4WD cab) (5987 kg), 13,920 lbs (4WD cab Powershift) (6314 kg) |
| Rear tire | 18.4/15-38 |
| Wheelbase | 105 inches (266 cm) |
| Front tire | 11.00-16 (2WD), 14.9/13-28 (4WD) |
| Height Cab | 113.8 inches (289 cm) |
| Height ROPS | 115 inches (292 cm) |
| Height Exhaust | 123.5 inches (313 cm) |
| Ground clearance | 16.4 inches (41 cm) |
Power Take-off (PTO)
| Rear PTO | independent |
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| Rear PTO Type | 540/1000 |