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Deutz-Fahr DX 8.30
The Deutz-Fahr DX 8.30 is a powerful row crop tractor built for serious farming. It has a strong 6-cylinder diesel engine made by Deutz. This engine is air-cooled and turbocharged, giving it lots of power. With 220 horsepower, it can handle tough jobs easily. The engine size is very large compared to other tractors. This tractor has four-wheel drive and power steering, making it easy to control in the field. It has a three-speed power shift transmission with 18 forward gears and 6 reverse gears. This lets the driver pick the right speed for any task. The DX 8.30 is big, measuring about 18 feet long and 8 feet wide. It's heavy too, weighing over 20,000 pounds. The cab keeps the driver comfortable while working long hours. With its high ground clearance and adjustable wheel spacing, this tractor is great for working with row crops.
ManufacturerDeutz-FahrPower220 hp(164.1 kW)Class150–300 HP tractors →Engine6-cylinderTransmissionThree-speed power shift
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Key specifications
- Category
- Row Crop
- Engine power
- 220hp
- Operating weight
- 20,392 lb
- Transmission
- Three-speed power shift
Category comparison
DX 8.30 compared with its category
vs. Row Crop medianDistribution
Engine Power (hp)
All recorded Row Crop tractors
220 hp · 82nd
This model
12
Median 138 hp
283
This modelRow Crop tractorsMediann = 1,206
The DX 8.30 ranks at the 82nd percentile for engine power among recorded row crop tractors.
Overview
About the Deutz-Fahr DX 8.30
The Deutz-Fahr DX 8.30 is a powerful row crop tractor built for serious farming. It has a strong 6-cylinder diesel engine made by Deutz. This engine is air-cooled and turbocharged, giving it lots of power. With 220 horsepower, it can handle tough jobs easily. The engine size is very large compared to other tractors. This tractor has four-wheel drive and power steering, making it easy to control in the field. It has a three-speed power shift transmission with 18 forward gears and 6 reverse gears. This lets the driver pick the right speed for any task. The DX 8.30 is big, measuring about 18 feet long and 8 feet wide. It's heavy too, weighing over 20,000 pounds. The cab keeps the driver comfortable while working long hours. With its high ground clearance and adjustable wheel spacing, this tractor is great for working with row crops.
Full specifications
Recorded specifications
General
| Manufacturer | Deutz-Fahr |
|---|---|
| Model | DX 8.30 |
| Category | Row Crop tractor |
| Type | 4x4 MFWD 4WD |
| Operating weight | 20,392lb(9,250 kg) |
Engine
| Make | Deutz |
|---|---|
| Model | BF6L413FR |
| Power | 220hp(164.1 kW) |
| Cylinders | 6 |
| Displacement | 584.1ci(9.57 L) |
| Bore | 4.92in(125 mm) |
| Stroke | 5.12in(130 mm) |
Transmission
| Type | Three-speed power shift |
|---|---|
| Forward gears | 18 |
| Reverse gears | 6 |
Chassis & drive
| Chassis | 4x4 MFWD 4WD |
|---|---|
| Drive | 4WD |
| Steering | Power |
| Cab | Cab |
Dimensions
| Length | 213.8in(5,431 mm) |
|---|---|
| Width | 98.4in(2,499 mm) |
| Height | 122.1in(3,101 mm) |
| Operating weight | 20,392lb(9,250 kg) |
Closest alternatives
DX 8.30 compared with the nearest models by horsepower
Among row crop tractors, the John Deere 7930 and the Massey Ferguson 6360 are closest to the Deutz-Fahr DX 8.30 in rated horsepower. The John Deere 7930 matches it on rated power and weighs 2,660 lb less, carrying 81 lb per horsepower against 93 lb. The Massey Ferguson 6360 matches it on rated power and weighs 6,060 lb more, so it carries more weight per horsepower, which helps traction in draft work.
| Spec | Deutz-Fahr DX 8.30 | John Deere 7930 | Massey Ferguson 6360 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine power | 220 hp164.1 kW | 220 hp164.1 kW | 220 hp164.1 kW |
| Operating weight | 20,392 lb9,250 kg | 17,731 lb8,043 kg | 26,455 lb12,000 kg |
| Weight per hp | 93 lb/hp56 kg/kW | 81 lb/hp49 kg/kW | 120 lb/hp73 kg/kW |
| Displacement | 584.1 ci9.57 L | 414 ci6.78 L | 504.6 ci8.27 L |
| Cylinders | 6 | 6 | 6 |
| Transmission | Three-speed power shift | Powershift | - |
| Drive | 4WD | MFWD | 4WD |
| Years built | - | 2007-2011 | 2004-2009 |
Calculators
Calculators for the DX 8.30
PTO power
About 183 to 198 PTO hp
Estimated from the 220 hp engine rating. The calculator also estimates drawbar power by surface.
Implement sizing
Implements a 220 hp tractor can run
Maximum size is about a 26 ft rotary cutter or a 22.5 ft tiller. The calculator also sizes discs, plows and balers.
Ballast
108 lb per PTO hp as listed
Heavy draft work calls for 120 to 135 lb/hp. The calculator gives the ballast to add.
Units
220 hp is 164.1 kW
The converter gives kW and metric PS values, as used on European spec sheets.
Category medians
DX 8.30 vs. Row Crop median
Deutz-Fahr DX 8.30 compared with other Row Crop tractors
| Spec | This model | Row Crop median | Difference | Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine Power | 220 hp | 138 hp | +59% | 82nd |
| Engine Displacement | 584 ci | 391 ci | +49% | 98th |
| Cylinders | 6 | 6 | at median | 50th |
| Forward Gears | 18 | 16 | +13% | 61st |
| Operating Weight | 20,392 lb | 12,307 lb | +66% | 85th |
| Length | 214 in | 180 in | +19% | 87th |
| Width | 98.4 in | 91.2 in | +8% | 80th |
| Height | 122 in | 114 in | +8% | 78th |
Medians and percentiles are calculated from the row crop tractors in the database that have a recorded value for each specification (sample size 806–1,417 models).
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FAQ
Frequently asked questions
How much horsepower does the Deutz-Fahr DX 8.30 have?
The Deutz-Fahr DX 8.30 produces 220 hp from its 6-cylinder engine. Engine displacement is 584.1 ci.
How much does the Deutz-Fahr DX 8.30 weigh?
The Deutz-Fahr DX 8.30 weighs about 20,392 lb in operating condition.
What transmission is in the Deutz-Fahr DX 8.30?
Transmission on the Deutz-Fahr DX 8.30 is Three-speed power shift, with 18 forward speeds.
What maintenance does the Deutz-Fahr DX 8.30 require?
The Deutz-Fahr DX 8.30 needs periodic engine oil and filter changes, hydraulic fluid checks, and regular greasing and inspection. The owner's manual lists the manufacturer's recommended service intervals.