Ford TW-30 Row-Crop tractor Specs & Features

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Ford TW-30 Row-Crop tractor Technical Specifications

Ford TW-30 is a Row-Crop tractor that was produced by the John Deere between 1979 – 1983.

Below you will find detailed technical specifications for Ford TW-30 covering engine types, horsepower ratings, weight, height, fuel type and tank volume, oil capacity and type, hydraulic system diagram, wiring diagram, battery specs, etc.

Ford TW-30 Production

Manufacturer:
Manufacturer:	Ford
Type:	Row-Crop tractor
Factory:	Romeo, Michigan, USA
Original price:	$52,277

Ford TW-30 Power

Engine:
Engine (gross):	188.2 hp 140.3 kW
Engine:	175 hp 130.5 kW
Drawbar (claimed):	144.2 hp 107.5 kW
PTO (claimed):	163 hp 121.5 kW
Drawbar (tested):	142.21 hp 106.0 kW
PTO (tested):	163.28 hp 121.8 kW

Ford TW-30 Electrical

Charging system:	alternator
Charging amps:	72
Battery volts:	12
Battery AH:	128

Ford TW-30 Mechanical

Chassis:

4×2 2WD

4×4 MFWD 4WD

Steering:

hydrostatic power

Brakes:

differential power assist wet disc

Cab:

Cab optional with available air-conditioning.

Transmission:

16-speed

Hydraulics

Type:	23
Pressure:	2500 psi 172.4 bar
Pump flow:	20 gpm 75.7 lpm
	8 gpm 30.3 lpm (service pump)
Steering flow:	4.2 gpm 15.9 lpm

Tracktor Hitch

Rear Type:	III
Rear lift (at 24″/610mm):	6,825 lbs 3095 kg

Power Take-off (PTO)

Rear PTO:	independent
Rear RPM:	1000

Ford TW-30 Engine detail

Engine Detail
Ford
turbocharged intercooled diesel
6-cylinder
liquid-cooled
Displacement:	401 ci 6.6 L
Bore/Stroke:	4.40×4.40 inches 112 x 112 mm
Power:	175 hp 130.5 kW
Power (gross):	188.2 hp 140.3 kW
Air cleaner:	dry with precleaner
Compression:	15.6:1
Rated RPM:	2200
Torque:	494 lb-ft 669.9 Nm
Torque RPM:	1600
Firing order:	1-5-3-6-2-4
Starter volts:	12
Oil capacity:	20 qts 18.9 L
Coolant capacity:	23 qts 21.8 L
	24.5 qts 23.2 L (with heater)
Intake valve clearance:	0.014-0.016 inches 0.356 mm
Exhaust valve clearance:	0.017-0.019 inches 0.432 mm

Ford TW-30 Transmission overview

Engine Oil

Transmission:	Dual Power
Gears:	16 forward and 4 reverse
Clutch:	356mm cerametallic disc
Oil capacity:	92 qts 87.1 L
The left lever selects high, low, or park. The right lever selects between four forward gears and reverse. The tractor must be stopped before shifting gear. The Dual Power pedal is located to the right of the clutch pedal. Pushing heel-down on the Dual Power pedal engages an underdrive. The Dual Power mode may be shifted on the move.

Ford TW-30 Dimensions

Wheelbase:	110.5 inches 280 cm
Length:	190.9 inches 484 cm
Width:	106.4 inches 270 cm
Operating weight:	14,600 lbs 6622 kg (cab)
Ballasted weight:	19,830 lbs 8994 kg
Ground clearance:	25.2 inches 64 cm (2WD)
	16 inches 40 cm (4WD)
Rear axle:	Bar: 84 inch length 2133 mm
Rear axle:	Bar: 105 inch length 2667 mm
Front tread:	60 to 84 inches 152 to 213 cm
Rear tread:	60 to 90 inches 152 to 228 cm
Rear tread:	60 to 110 inches 152 to 279 cm

Ford TW-30 Height
Hood:	80 inches 203 cm
ROPS:	112.7 inches 286 cm
Cab:	116 inches 294 cm
Exhaust:	122.9 inches 312 cm

Ford TW-30 Tests

Nebraska Tractor Test 1299

Nebraska Tractor Test 1299
Diesel 16-speed 2WD March 27 – April 11, 1979 Link: Nebraska Tractor Test 1299 file
PTO performance
Power at rated engine speed:	163.28 hp 121.8 kW
Fuel use:	10.4 gal/hour 39.4 l/hour
Power at rated PTO speed:	157.04 hp 117.1 kW
Fuel use:	9.4 gal/hour 35.6 l/hour
Drawbar performance
Max power:	142.21 hp 106.0 kW
Fuel use:	10.4 gal/hour 39.4 l/hour
Gear 5PD used for power test.
Max pull:	16,553 lbs 7508 kg
Gear 2PD used for pull test.

FAQ

Is Ford TW-30 a good tractor?

The Ford TW-30 is one of the great tractors in the Ford stable, and it has earned Ford a fantastic reputation.

How much oil does a Ford TW-30 take?

Check out the Ford TW-30 oil capacity and oil type in the engine specs section as it may vary across the engines. Keep in mind, that older models might have their oil capacity increased over time. You may compare between the early and late oil capacity.

Do tractors have VIN numbers?

Every tractor has a VIN number. The number is usually engraved below the driver’s seat. Tractor manufacturers put the number in different places on the tractor body.

What was the last year Ford made the TW-20

The Ford TW-30 was an agricultural tractor model made from 1979 – 1983