Utility tractorsSpec sheet
Deutz-Fahr DX 4.30
The Deutz-Fahr DX 4.30 is a 2WD tractor built for farm work. It has a strong Deutz engine with 4 cylinders that runs on diesel fuel. This engine is air-cooled and can produce 73.8 hp at 2300 rpm. The tractor has a synchronized transmission with 15 forward gears and 5 reverse gears, giving it a total of 20 gears to choose from. This tractor is quite big, measuring 159.1 inches long, 79.9 inches wide, and 103.7 inches tall. It weighs 7937 lb, which helps it stay stable during tough jobs. The DX 4.30 has agricultural tires on both the front and back, perfect for working in fields. It also has a Category 2 hitch at the rear, making it easy to attach different farm tools. The tractor starts up easily with its electric starter, ready to work when you are.
ManufacturerDeutz-FahrPower73.8 hp(55.0 kW)Class60–100 HP tractors →Engine4-cylinderTransmissionSynchronized
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Key specifications
- Category
- Utility
- Engine power
- 74hp
- Operating weight
- 7,937 lb
- Transmission
- Synchronized
Category comparison
DX 4.30 compared with its category
vs. Utility medianDistribution
Engine Power (hp)
All recorded Utility tractors
73.8 hp · 66th
This model
9
Median 55 hp
177
This modelUtility tractorsMediann = 5,383
The DX 4.30 ranks at the 66th percentile for engine power among recorded utility tractors.
Overview
About the Deutz-Fahr DX 4.30
The Deutz-Fahr DX 4.30 is a 2WD tractor built for farm work. It has a strong Deutz engine with 4 cylinders that runs on diesel fuel. This engine is air-cooled and can produce 73.8 hp at 2300 rpm. The tractor has a synchronized transmission with 15 forward gears and 5 reverse gears, giving it a total of 20 gears to choose from. This tractor is quite big, measuring 159.1 inches long, 79.9 inches wide, and 103.7 inches tall. It weighs 7937 lb, which helps it stay stable during tough jobs. The DX 4.30 has agricultural tires on both the front and back, perfect for working in fields. It also has a Category 2 hitch at the rear, making it easy to attach different farm tools. The tractor starts up easily with its electric starter, ready to work when you are.
Full specifications
Recorded specifications
General
| Manufacturer | Deutz-Fahr |
|---|---|
| Model | DX 4.30 |
| Category | Utility tractor |
| Type | 2WD |
| Operating weight | 7,937lb(3,600 kg) |
Engine
| Make | Deutz |
|---|---|
| Model | F4L 913 |
| Power | 73.8hp(55.03 kW) |
| Cylinders | 4 |
| Displacement | 249.3ci(4.09 L) |
| Bore | 3.94in(100.1 mm) |
| Stroke | 4.84in(122.9 mm) |
Transmission
| Type | Synchronized |
|---|---|
| Forward gears | 15 |
| Reverse gears | 5 |
Chassis & drive
| Chassis | 2WD |
|---|---|
| Drive | 2WD |
Dimensions
| Length | 159.1in(4,041 mm) |
|---|---|
| Width | 79.9in(2,029 mm) |
| Height | 103.7in(2,634 mm) |
| Operating weight | 7,937lb(3,600 kg) |
Closest alternatives
DX 4.30 compared with the nearest models by horsepower
By engine horsepower, the nearest utility models to the DX 4.30 are the International Harvester 844 and the YTO DFH-X750. The International Harvester 844 matches it on rated power and weighs 1,630 lb less, carrying 85 lb per horsepower against 108 lb. The YTO DFH-X750 matches it on rated power and weighs 1,060 lb less, so it is lighter for its power, which favors PTO and transport work over heavy draft. Of the 3 models, the DX 4.30 has the highest weight per horsepower at 108 lb per hp.
| Spec | Deutz-Fahr DX 4.30 | International Harvester 844 | YTO DFH-X750 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine power | 73.8 hp55 kW | 73.8 hp55 kW | 73.8 hp55 kW |
| Operating weight | 7,937 lb3,600 kg | 6,305 lb2,860 kg | 6,879 lb3,120 kg |
| Weight per hp | 108 lb/hp65 kg/kW | 85 lb/hp52 kg/kW | 93 lb/hp57 kg/kW |
| Displacement | 249.3 ci4.09 L | 246 ci4.03 L | - |
| Cylinders | 4 | 4 | - |
| Transmission | Synchronized | partial power shift | - |
Calculators
Calculators for the DX 4.30
PTO power
About 61 to 66 PTO hp
Estimated from the 73.8 hp engine rating. The calculator also estimates drawbar power by surface.
Implement sizing
Implements a 73.8 hp tractor can run
Maximum size is about a 9 ft rotary cutter or a 7.5 ft tiller. The calculator also sizes discs, plows and balers.
Ballast
125 lb per PTO hp as listed
Heavy draft work calls for 130 to 150 lb/hp. The calculator gives the ballast to add.
Units
73.8 hp is 55.0 kW
The converter gives kW and metric PS values, as used on European spec sheets.
Category medians
DX 4.30 vs. Utility median
Deutz-Fahr DX 4.30 compared with other Utility tractors
| Spec | This model | Utility median | Difference | Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine Power | 73.8 hp | 55 hp | +34% | 66th |
| Engine Displacement | 249 ci | 183 ci | +36% | 70th |
| Cylinders | 4 | 4 | at median | 50th |
| Forward Gears | 15 | 12 | +25% | 64th |
| Operating Weight | 7,937 lb | 5,303 lb | +50% | 75th |
| Length | 159 in | 137 in | +16% | 76th |
| Width | 79.9 in | 66 in | +21% | 81st |
| Height | 104 in | 94.1 in | +10% | 74th |
Medians and percentiles are calculated from the utility tractors in the database that have a recorded value for each specification (sample size 3,933–5,720 models).
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FAQ
Frequently asked questions
How powerful is the Deutz-Fahr DX 4.30?
The Deutz-Fahr DX 4.30 has an engine power output of 73.8 hp. It is powered by a 4-cylinder engine displacing 249.3 ci.
What three-point hitch category does the Deutz-Fahr DX 4.30 use?
The Deutz-Fahr DX 4.30 has a Category Category 2 three-point hitch.
What is the working weight of the Deutz-Fahr DX 4.30?
The operating weight of the Deutz-Fahr DX 4.30 is approximately 7,937 lb.
What type of transmission does the Deutz-Fahr DX 4.30 have?
The Deutz-Fahr DX 4.30 uses a Synchronized transmission offering 15 forward gears.
What routine service does the Deutz-Fahr DX 4.30 need?
Regular maintenance for the Deutz-Fahr DX 4.30 includes checking and changing engine oil, hydraulic fluid, and filters, plus routine inspections as recommended in the owner's manual. Always follow the manufacturer's maintenance schedule for specific intervals and procedures.