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John Deere 4730

The John Deere 4730 is a row-crop tractor produced from 1977 to 1981. It was built in Waterloo, Iowa, USA, and is essentially the same as the model 4240 exported to Argentina. It features a 7.6L 6-cylinder diesel engine producing 117 hp, with multiple transmission options including partially synchronized, partial power shift, and full power shift types. The tractor has two-wheel drive, power steering, and an optional Sound Gard cab with air-conditioning. It has a rear Type II hitch and an independent rear PTO with 540/1000 rpm options. Dimensions include a 105.7 inch wheelbase, 156.6 inch length, 90 inch width, and 123 inch height, weighing 10,900 lbs. Tires are 10.00-16 front and 18.4-38 rear. Electrical system features a negative ground, alternator charging system, and two 6-volt batteries.
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Power117 hp
Founded1977 - 1981
Model4730

Technical Specifications

Detailed specifications and technical data for John Deere 4730

Power

Engine power:117 hp (87.2 kW)
PTO (claimed):110 hp (82.0 kW)

Engine

Type:diesel, 6-cylinder, liquid-cooled
Model:John Deere 7.6L 6-cyl diesel
Power:117 hp (87.2 kW)
Starter:electric
Idle RPM:800-2200
Fuel tank:46 gal (174.1 L)
Rated RPM:2200
Bore/Stroke:4.56x4.75 inches (116 x 121 mm)
Compression:17:1
Displacement:466 ci (7.6 L)
Firing order:1-5-3-6-2-4
Oil capacity:16 qts (15.1 L)
Starter volts:12
Coolant capacity:30 qts (28.4 L)

Electrical

Ground:negative
Batteries:2
Battery Group:5D
Battery volts:6
Charging amps:61 (open), 72 (cab)
Charging system:alternator

Mechanical

Cab:Sound Gard cab with air-conditioning optional
Drive:Two-wheel drive
Steering:Power steering

Production

Type:Row-Crop tractor
Notes:The John Deere 4730 was the same as the model 4240, exported to Argentina from the United States.
Built in:Waterloo, Iowa, USA
Years made:1977 - 1981

Transmission

Options:8-speed partially synchronized, 16-speed partial power shift, 8-speed full power shift

Quad-Range

Type:partial power shift
Gears:16 forward and 6 reverse

Power Shift

Type:full power shift
Gears:8 forward and 4 reverse

Syncro-Range

Type:partially synchronized
Gears:8 forward and 2 reverse

Tractor hitch

Rear Type:II

Dimensions & Tires

Width:90 inches (228 cm)
Length:156.6 inches (397 cm)
Weight:10900 lbs (4944 kg)
Rear tire:18.4-38
Wheelbase:105.7 inches (268 cm)
Front tire:10.00-16
Height (exhaust):123 inches (312 cm)

Power Take-off (PTO)

Rear PTO:independent
Rear PTO Type:540/1000 (1.375)

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