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Ford FW-30

Ford FW-30 tractor
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The Ford FW-30 is a four-wheel drive (4WD) tractor built by Steiger and distributed by Ford from 1977 to 1982. It features a powerful Cummins 14.8L 8-cylinder diesel engine producing 265 hp gross power. The tractor offers 10-speed and optional 20-speed transmissions, articulated power steering, hydraulic dry disc brakes, and a standard cab with air-conditioning. It has a fuel capacity of 225 gallons and a hydraulic system capacity of 25 gallons. The FW-30 is equipped with a rear PTO with 540/1000 RPM options and a category III rear hitch with a lift capacity of 12,500 lbs. It was built in Fargo, North Dakota, USA, and originally priced at $85,166. The tractor is part of the FW Series, which includes the FW-20 and FW-40 models.
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Power265 hp
Founded1977 - 1982
ModelFW-30

Technical Specifications

Detailed specifications and technical data for Ford FW-30

Power

PTO (claimed):57 hp (540 RPM) (42.5 kW), 105 hp (1000 RPM) (78.3 kW)
Engine (gross):265 hp (197.6 kW)
Drawbar (tested):205.2 hp (153.0 kW)
Drawbar (claimed):205 hp (152.9 kW)

Tires

Ag rear:18.4x38, 24.5x32
Ag front:18.4x38, 24.5x32
Other sizes:30.5x32, 18.4x34, 20.8x34, 20.8x38, 23.1x30, 23.1x34

Engine

Make:Cummins
Type:14.8L 8-cyl diesel
Rated RPM:2600
Bore/Stroke:5.50x4.75 inches (140 x 121 mm)
Compression:16.5:1
Displacement:903 ci (14.8 L)
Oil capacity:37.6 qts (35.6 L)
Configuration:liquid-cooled V-8
Power (gross):265 hp (197.6 kW)
Starter volts:12
Coolant capacity:67.6 qts (64.0 L)

Capacity

Fuel:225 gal (851.6 L)
Hydraulic system:25 gal (94.6 L)

Dimensions

Length:267 inches (678 cm)
Weight:31,310 lbs (14202 kg)
Wheelbase:132.5 inches (336 cm)
Height (cab):134.3 inches (341 cm)
Height (hood):94.3 inches (239 cm)
Ground clearance:12 inches (30 cm)

Electrical

Ground:negative
Batteries:4
Battery CCA:475 (Each)
Battery volts:12
Charging amps:90
Charging system:alternator

Hydraulics

Type:open center
Valves:4 or 5
Capacity:25 gal (94.6 L)
Pressure:2250 psi (155.1 bar)
SCV flow:20 gpm (75.7 lpm)
Pump flow:30.1 gpm (113.9 lpm)

Mechanical

Cab:standard with air-conditioning
Drive:Four-wheel drive
Brakes:Hydraulic dry disc brakes
Steering:Articulated power steering
Final drives:outboard planetary

Production

Type:Four-wheel Drive (4WD) tractor
Built in:Fargo, North Dakota, USA
Distributor:Ford
Manufacturer:Steiger
Original price:$85,166

Transmission

Transmission:Spicer 1010
Gears (10-speed):10 forward and 2 reverse
Gears (20-speed):20 forward and 4 reverse
Notes (10-speed):Five gears (1-5) plus reverse (R) in two ranges (low/high).
Notes (20-speed):Optional dual-speed transfer case provides 20 forward gears on the base 10-speed transmission.
Clutch (10-speed):hydraulic 355mm cerametallic dry discs
Clutch (20-speed):hydraulic dry disc
Oil capacity (10-speed):37 qts (35.0 L)

Tractor hitch

Rear Type:III
Rear lift (at 24"/610mm):12500 lbs (5670 kg)

Power Take-off (PTO)

Rear PTO:independent (Optional. Hydrostatic-driven PTO)
Rear PTO Type:540/1000

Related Models

Ford FW-20

Model:FW-20

Ford FW-40

Model:FW-40