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John Deere 1530

The John Deere 1530 is a utility tractor produced from 1973 to 1975 as part of the Generation II Series. It was built in Mannheim, Germany, and originally sold for $8,000 in 1975. The tractor features a 2.7L 3-cylinder liquid-cooled diesel engine producing an estimated 51.1 hp. Transmission options include an 8-speed collar shift and a 16-speed partial power shift. It has a PTO claimed power of 46 hp and tested drawbar power of 38.07 hp. The tractor is two-wheel drive with planetary final drives and mechanical rear differential lock. It has a closed center hydraulic system with 2250 psi pressure and 11 gpm pump flow. Dimensions include a 74-inch wheelbase, 133.4-inch length, and operating weight of 4800 lbs. The 1530 offers various tire options and an open operator station. Electrical system features a 12-volt battery with 370 CCA. The rear PTO is independent with 540 RPM at 2074 engine RPM. Serial numbers are located on the main frame right side above the front axle.
John Deere 1530tractorspecificationsenginetransmissionutility tractor2.7L dieselPTOhydraulicsdimensions
Power51 hp[P]
Founded1973 - 1975
Model1530

Technical Specifications

Detailed specifications and technical data for John Deere 1530

Power

PTO (tested):45.38 hp (33.8 kW)
PTO (claimed):46 hp (34.3 kW)
Drawbar (tested):38.07 hp (28.4 kW)

Engine

Type:John Deere 2.7L 3-cyl diesel
Torque:123 lb-ft (166.8 Nm)
Idle RPM:650-2650
Rated RPM:2500
Torque RPM:1500
Bore/Stroke:4.016x4.331 inches (102 x 110 mm)
Displacement:164.4 ci (2.7 L)
Firing order:1-2-3
Oil capacity:6 qts (5.7 L)
Operating RPM:1500-2500
Starter volts:12 V
Coolant capacity:11 qts (10.4 L)
Compression ratio:16.2:1
Intake valve clearance:0.014 inches (0.356 mm)
Exhaust valve clearance:0.018 inches (0.457 mm)

Capacity

Fuel tank:16.5 gal (62.5 L)
Hydraulic system:9.5 gal (36.0 L)

Overview

Series:Generation II Series
Category:Utility tractor
Original price:$8,000 in 1975
Manufactured in:Mannheim, Baden-Württemberg, Germany
Production years:1973 - 1975
Estimated engine power:51.1 hp

Electrical

Ground:negative
Batteries:1 (2 Optional)
Battery CCA:370
Battery Group:24
Battery volts:12

Hydraulics

Type:closed center
Capacity:9.5 gal (36.0 L)
Pressure:2250 psi (155.1 bar)
Pump flow:11 gpm (41.6 lpm)

Mechanical

Drive:Two-wheel drive
Brakes:Hydraulic wet disc brakes
Steering:manual, power assist Optional
Final drives:planetary
Operator station:Open operator station
Differential lock:mechanical rear

References

Operator's Manual 1530:OML29382
Operator's Manual 145 Loader:OMW21474

Transmission

Options:8-speed collar shift, 16-speed partial power shift
Collar shift type:collar shift
Collar shift gears:8 forward and 4 reverse
Collar shift clutch:dry disc
Partial power shift type:partial power shift
Partial power shift gears:16 forward and 8 reverse
Partial power shift clutch:dry disc

Tractor hitch

Rear Type:II

Serial Numbers

1974:108811L, 176601T
1975:145500L

Dimensions & Tires

Width:66 inches (167 cm)
Length:133.4 inches (338 cm)
Wheelbase:74 inches (187 cm)
Rear tread:52 to 76 inches (132 to 193 cm)
Front tread:49 to 79 inches (124 to 200 cm)
Height (hood):52.7 inches (133 cm)
Ballasted weight:6863 lbs (3113 kg)
Height (exhaust):78.1 inches (198 cm)
Operating weight:4800 lbs (2177 kg)
Rear tire options:13.6-28, 14.9-28, 16.9-24, 16.9-28
Front tire options:6.00-16, 6.50-16, 7.50-16

Power Take-off (PTO)

Rear PTO:independent
Engine RPM:540@2074
Rear PTO Type:540 (1.375)

Serial Number Location

Location:Serial number plate on tractor's main frame, right side, above front axle.

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