Ford

TW-30

Farm tractor · 1979–1983 · 175 hp

FordTW-30
EngineTransmissionHydraulicsPTOHitchDimensionsWeightTires & TracksFuelSteeringCabCompatible ImplementsNebraska TestsMore Ford

The Ford TW-30 is a farm tractor manufactured from 1979 to 1983. It features a Ford engine, and hydrostatic power steering. The transmission is a gear type with 16 forward and 4 reverse.

Engine

EngineFord
Cylinders6
Coolingliquid-cooled
Turbocharger Statusturbocharged intercooled diesel
Displacement401 ci (6.6 L)
Bore4.4 in (112 mm)
Stroke4.4 in (112 mm)
Compression Ratio15.6
Power Gross188.2 hp (140.3 kW)
Power Net175 hp (130.5 kW)
Power Rated175 hp (130.5 kW)
Power PTO163.28 hp (121.8 kW)
Power Drawbar142.21 hp (106 kW)
Torque Peak494 lb-ft (669.9 Nm)
Torque Peak1,600 RPM
Air Cleanerdry with precleaner
Starter Volts12
Oil Capacity20 qts (18.9 L)
Coolant Capacity23 qts (21.8 L)
ManufacturerFord
Rated2,200 RPM
Firing Order1-5-3-6-2-4

Transmission

Transmission Typegear
Transmission ModelDual Power
Gears16 forward and 4 reverse
Transmission DescriptionThe 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.
Clutch356mm cerametallic disc
Oil Capacity92 qts (87.1 L)
Available Options16-speed

Hydraulics

Type23
Pump Flow20 gpm (75.7 lpm)
Pressure2,500 psi (172.4 bar)
Steering Flow4.2 gpm (15.9 lpm)

PTO

Rear Typeindependent

Hitch

Rear TypeIII
Rear Lift6,825 lbs (3,095 kg)

Dimensions

Length190.9 in (484 cm)
Width106.4 in (270 cm)
Height Cab116 in (294 cm)
Height Rops112.7 in (286 cm)
Wheelbase110.5 in (280 cm)
Ground Clearance16 in (40 cm)
Front Tread60 in (152 cm)
Rear Tread60 in (152 cm)

Weight

Weight14,600 lbs (6,622 kg)
Operating14,600 lbs (6,622 kg)
Ballasted19,830 lbs (8,994 kg)

Tires & Tracks

Front Ag14.9x24, 14.9x28
Rear Ag18.4-38, 18.4x16.1, 24.5x32, 20.8x38, 18.4Rx38, 30.5x32

Fuel

Capacity75 gal (283.9 L)

Steering

Typehydrostatic power

Cab

Caboptional with available air-conditioning

Compatible Implements

ModelTypeWidthMin HP
Land Pride DB2660Rotary Cutters60"75 hp
Land Pride DBM2660Rotary Cutters60"75 hp
Land Pride RCP2760Rotary Cutters60"75 hp
Land Pride RCPM2760Rotary Cutters60"75 hp
Land Pride RCP3760Rotary Cutters60"95 hp
Land Pride RCPM3760Rotary Cutters60"95 hp

Checked: 3-point hitch category, PTO horsepower. Not checked: PTO speed (540/1000), hydraulic flow, 3-point lift capacity, rear remotes, ballast.

These implements meet this tractor's hitch and PTO-HP requirements — this is not a full compatibility guarantee. Confirm the remaining specs with your dealer before purchasing.

Nebraska Tests

NTTLTest #1299
March 27 to April 11, 1979 shaft Hp Air Air Barometer speed lb/hp.hr (kW) gal/br inch Hg dry WCL rpm (lih) (kPa) bulb medium bulb

Nebraska Tractor Test

PTO Power
163.28HP
NTTLTest #1299
March 27 to April 11, 1979 shaft Hp Air Air Barometer speed lb/hp.hr (kW) gal/br inch Hg dry WCL rpm (lih) (kPa) bulb medium bulb

Nebraska Tractor Test

PTO Power
163.28HP