DeutzModel A
Deutz F2M317
Sub-Compact
- power
- 29.6 hp
- displacement
- 235 ci
- Cylinders
- 2
- Forward gears
- 5
Head to head · Sub-Compact
Deutz F2M317 vs Ford 4230
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FordModel B
Ford 4230
Agricultural
- power
- Not recorded
- displacement
- 221 ci
- Cylinders
- 4
- Forward gears
- 12
DeutzDeutz F2M317
vs
FordFord 4230
How they compare
Headline specs vs. the whole Sub-Compact
Engine Displacement
▲ F2M317 higher · +14 ci (+6%)F2M317235 ci
4230221 ci
Median Sub-Compact Tractor91.4 ci
F2M317 is in the 98th percentile; 4230 is in the 97th · 757 models
Cylinders
▲ 4230 higher · +2 (+100%)F2M3172
42304
Median Sub-Compact Tractor3
F2M317 is in the 11th percentile; 4230 is in the 90th · 802 models
Forward Gears
▲ 4230 higher · +7 (+140%)F2M3175
423012
Median Sub-Compact Tractor9
F2M317 is in the 4th percentile; 4230 is in the 73rd · 616 models
Operating Weight
▲ F2M317 higher · +971 lb (+20%)F2M3175,842 lb
42304,871 lb
Median Sub-Compact Tractor2,700 lb
F2M317 is in the 96th percentile; 4230 is in the 91st · 711 models
F2M317 (A)4230 (B)Median Sub-Compact Tractor
Full comparison
Every spec, side by side
General Information
| Spec | Deutz F2M317 | Ford 4230 | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Deutz | Ford | — |
| Model | F2M317 | 4230 | — |
| Category | Sub-Compact | Agricultural, Orchard/Vineyard | — |
Engine
| Spec | Deutz F2M317 | Ford 4230 | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Deutz | Fiat | — |
| Power Output | 29.6hp | Not recorded | — |
| Rated RPM | 1,350RPM | 2,500RPM | ▲ 4230+1,150 RPM · +85% |
| Cylinders | 2 | 4 | ▲ 4230+2 · +100% |
| Displacement | 235ci | 221ci | ▲ F2M317+14 ci · +6% |
| Bore | 4.7in | 3.9in | ▲ F2M317+0.8 in · +21% |
| Stroke | 6.7in | 4.5in | ▲ F2M317+2.2 in · +49% |
Transmission
| Spec | Deutz F2M317 | Ford 4230 | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Type | Gear | Gear with shuttle | — |
Dimensions & Weight
| Spec | Deutz F2M317 | Ford 4230 | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Length | 134in | 139in | ▲ 4230+5 in · +4% |
| Width | 78.7in | 57.5in | ▲ F2M317+21.2 in · +37% |
| Height | 87.8in | 83.4in | ▲ F2M317+4.4 in · +5% |
| Operating Weight | 5,842lb | 4,871lb | ▲ F2M317+971 lb · +20% |
Hydraulics
| Spec | Deutz F2M317 | Ford 4230 | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| System Type | Not recorded | Open center | — |
| Steering Type | Manual | Power | — |
Tires
| Spec | Deutz F2M317 | Ford 4230 | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Front Tire Size | Not recorded | 27x9.50-15 | — |
| Rear Tire Size | Not recorded | 14.9x24 | — |
Hitch & Towing
| Spec | Deutz F2M317 | Ford 4230 | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hitch Type | Not recorded | Category II | — |
| Hitch Category | Not recorded | Category 3 | — |
Chassis & Drive
| Spec | Deutz F2M317 | Ford 4230 | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chassis Type | 4x2 2WD | 4x2 2WD | Same |
| Drive Type | 2WD | 2WD | Same |
| Steering Type | Manual | Power | — |
Electrical
| Spec | Deutz F2M317 | Ford 4230 | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Starter Type | Not recorded | 12 volt | — |
Operator Station
| Spec | Deutz F2M317 | Ford 4230 | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Type | Cab | ROPS | — |
Category context
Both models against the field
Engine Displacement
median 91.4 ciA · 98th percentile (235 ci)B · 97th percentile (221 ci)
Cylinders
median 3A · 11th percentile (2)B · 90th percentile (4)
Forward Gears
median 9A · 4th percentile (5)B · 73rd percentile (12)
Operating Weight
median 2,700 lbA · 96th percentile (5,842 lb)B · 91st percentile (4,871 lb)
Length
median 113 inA · 85th percentile (134 in)B · 91st percentile (139 in)
A · F2M317B · 4230Median Sub-Compact Tractor