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Massey Ferguson 30B

Massey Ferguson 30B tractor
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The Massey Ferguson 30B is an industrial tractor produced from 1976 to 1981. It features engine options including a Perkins 2.5L 3-cylinder diesel and a Continental 2.4L 4-cylinder gasoline engine. The tractor offers 45 hp net power and comes with transmission options of a 6-speed manual shuttle or a 4-speed power shuttle with torque converter. It has two-wheel drive with mechanical rear differential lock and power steering. The 30B supports front-end loader and backhoe attachments, with detailed specifications for the 34A Loader and Massey Ferguson 54A Backhoe. It has a wheelbase of 77 inches and various tire options for agricultural, lawn/turf, and industrial use. Electrical system includes a 12-volt battery and alternator charging system. The tractor is equipped with a live independent rear PTO and an open center hydraulic system.
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Technical Specifications

Detailed specifications and technical data for Massey Ferguson 30B

Power

Engine (net):45 hp (33.6 kW)
Engine (gross):46.5 hp (34.7 kW)

Tires

Ag rear:14.9x24
Lawn/turf rear:14.9x24, 16.9x24
Industrial rear:14.9x24, 16.9x24, 17.5Lx24
Industrial front:7.50/8.00x16, 11Lx15

Engine

Torque:119 lb-ft (161.4 Nm)
Starter:electric
Rated RPM:2250
Torque RPM:1300
Air cleaner:dual dry element
Bore/Stroke:3.6x5.0 inches (91 x 127 mm)
Compression:16.5:1
Power (net):45 hp (33.6 kW)
Displacement:152.7 ci (2.5 L)
Oil capacity:6.5 qts (6.2 L)
Power (gross):46.5 hp (34.7 kW)
Starter volts:12
Engine options:Perkins 2.5L 3-cyl diesel, Continental 2.4L 4-cyl gasoline
Perkins D3.152:diesel, 3-cylinder, liquid-cooled
Coolant capacity:10 qts (9.5 L)
Continental Z-145:gasoline, 4-cylinder, liquid-cooled
Torque (gasoline):108 lb-ft (146.4 Nm)
Starter (gasoline):electric
Power (net) gasoline:42 hp (31.3 kW)
Rated RPM (gasoline):2250
Torque RPM (gasoline):1600
Air cleaner (gasoline):dry dual element
Bore/Stroke (gasoline):3.4x4.0 inches (86 x 102 mm)
Compression (gasoline):7.4:1
Displacement (gasoline):145 ci (2.4 L)
Oil capacity (gasoline):6.5 qts (6.2 L)
Starter volts (gasoline):12
Coolant capacity (gasoline):10 qts (9.5 L)

Weight

Shipping:3825 lbs (gas) (1735 kg), 4025 lbs (diesel) (1825 kg), 9600 lbs (backhoe-tractor) (4354 kg)
Max front axle:15,000 lbs (dynamic) (6804 kg), 30,000 lbs (static) (13608 kg)

Capacity

Fuel:14 gal (53.0 L)
Steering:2 qts (1.9 L)
Hydraulic system:13 gal (49.2 L)

Dimensions

Width:79 inches (200 cm)
Length:116 inches (294 cm), 173 inches (loader-tractor) (439 cm), 256 inches (backhoe-tractor) (650 cm)
Wheelbase:77 inches (195 cm)
Rear tread:62 inches (157 cm)
Front tread:61 inches (154 cm)
Height (cab):96 inches (243 cm)
Ground clearance:15.4 inches (39 cm)
Height (steering wheel):56 inches (142 cm)

Electrical

Ground:negative
Battery AH:60 (gas), 95 (diesel)
Battery volts:12
Charging amps:38
Charging system:alternator

Hydraulics

Type:open center
Capacity:13 gal (49.2 L)
Pressure:2500 psi (172.4 bar)
Total flow:19 gpm (loader) (71.9 lpm), 22 gpm (backhoe) (83.3 lpm)
Steering capacity:2 qts (1.9 L)

Mechanical

ROPS:Two-post ROPS with optional canopy. Cab optional.
Drive:Two-wheel drive
Brakes:Differential mechanical wet disc brakes
Final drives:outboard planetary
Power steering:yes
Differential lock:mechanical rear

Production

Type:Industrial tractor
Manufacturer:Massey Ferguson
Years produced:1976 - 1981

Attachments

34A Loader

Dump time:1.5s
Dump angle:48°
Lower time:1.5s
Raise time:3.0s
Bucket width:79 inches (200 cm)
Lift capacity:3,300 lbs (1496 kg)
Breakout force:5,500 lbs (2494 kg)
Reach (dumped):26 inches (66 cm)
Reach (ground):75 inches (190 cm)
Bucket capacity:0.75 cu yd (0.6 cu m)
Height (at pin):125 inches (317 cm)
Clearance (dumped):104 inches (264 cm)
Rollback (ground line):35°
Attachment overview:Front-end loader, Backhoe

Massey Ferguson 54A Backhoe

Backhoe type:Massey Ferguson 54A Backhoe
Bucket force:8,990 lbs (4077 kg)
Digging depth:151 inches (383 cm)
Loading height:113 inches (287 cm)
Reach from pivot:180 inches (457 cm)
Dipperstick force:6,000 lbs (2721 kg)
2-Foot flat digging depth:150 inches (381 cm)

Transmission

Power shuttle

Type:power shuttle with torque converter
Gears:4 forward and reverse
Oil capacity:48 qts (45.4 L)
Transmission:Instant Reverse

Manual shuttle

Type:manual shuttle
Gears:6 forward and reverse
Clutch:dry feramic disc
Oil capacity:42 qts (39.7 L)
Transmission options:6-speed manual shuttle, 4-speed power shuttle with torque converter

Serial Numbers

1976:9A250640
1977:9A257837
1978:9A280301
1979:9A300200
1980:9A326169
1981:9A339334
1982:9A350584
Location:Serial number plate located below steering column.

Power Take-off (PTO)

Rear PTO:live (two-stage clutch), independent
Engine RPM:540@1700
Rear PTO Type:540 (1.375)