John Deere

John Deere 430C

The John Deere 430C is an agricultural crawler tractor produced from 1958 to 1960. It features a 1.9L 2-cylinder gasoline liquid-cooled engine producing an estimated 32.0 hp. The tractor was built in Dubuque, Iowa, USA, with a total production of 2240 units. It offers 4-speed or 5-speed unsynchronized gear transmissions, mechanical disc clutch steering, and mechanical band brakes. The 430C has an open operator station and optional rear hitch type I. It is equipped with a live rear PTO of type 560. Dimensions include a length of 102 inches, width of 60 inches, and height of 51.875 inches to the hood. Shipping weight ranges from 4140 to 4700 lbs depending on roller configuration. Track widths are available in 10, 12, or 14 inches. The tractor is known for its crawler drive and is related to the 420C and 430W models.

Power31 hp[B]

Founded1958 - 1960

Model430C

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Technical Specifications

Detailed specifications and technical data for John Deere 430C

Power

Plows	3-4
Belt (tested)	28.76 hp (21.4 kW)
Drawbar (tested)	23.53 hp (17.5 kW)

Engine

Fuel tank	10.5 gal (39.7 L)
Rated RPM	1850
Air cleaner	oil bath
Bore/Stroke	4.25x4.00 inches (108 x 102 mm)
Compression	7.2:1
Displacement	113 ci (1.9 L)
Oil capacity	5 qts (4.7 L)
Engine detail	John Deere 1.9L 2-cyl gasoline liquid-cooled
Starter volts	6
Coolant capacity	11 qts (10.4 L)

Tracks

Width options	10 inches (25 cm), 12 inches (30 cm), 14 inches (35 cm)

Dimensions

Width	60 inches (152 cm)
Length	102 inches (259 cm)
Height (hood)	51.875 inches (131 cm)
Shipping weight	4,140 lbs (4-roller) (1877 kg), 4,700 lbs (5-roller) (2131 kg)
Ground clearance	14 inches (35 cm)
Height (exhaust)	69 inches (175 cm)

Electrical

Ground	positive
Battery volts	6

Mechanical

Drive	crawler
Brakes	Mechanical band brakes
Steering	mechanical disc clutches
Operator station	Open operator station

Production

Type	Agricultural Crawler tractor
Built in	Dubuque, Iowa, USA
Total built	2240
Years produced	1958 - 1960

Belt Pulley

RPM	1270
Speed	3000 ft/min (914.40 meters/min)
Width	6 inches (15 cm)
Diameter	9 inches (22 cm)

Transmission

Type	unsynchronized gear
Gears	4 forward and 1 reverse; 5 forward and 1 reverse
Manufacturer	John Deere
Transmission options	4-speed unsynchronized gear, 5-speed unsynchronized gear

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