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Farmall 230
The Farmall 230 is a row crop tractor made from 1956 to 1958. It's a 2-wheel drive tractor with manual steering and a sliding gear transmission that has 4 gears. This tractor is built for working in fields with crops planted in rows. The Farmall 230 has a liquid-cooled engine made by International Harvester. It's a 4-cylinder gasoline engine with 24.9 horsepower. The engine is smaller than most other tractors, but it runs at an average speed of 1800 rpm. This tractor weighs 3440 pounds, which is lighter than many other tractors. It has a 540 rpm PTO for running farm tools. The tractor has an open operator station and uses an electric starter. Its brakes are differential mechanical dry disc type.
ManufacturerFarmallPower24.9 hpEngine4-cylTransSliding Gear
Quick specs
- Category
- Row Crop
- Engine Power Output
- 25hp
- Operating Weight
- 3,440 lb
- Transmission
- Sliding Gear
At a glance
How the 230 compares
vs. Row Crop medianDistribution
Engine Power (hp)
Across all Row Crop tractors
24.9 hp · 2nd
This model
12
Median 138 hp
283
This modelRow Crop tractorsMediann = 1,206
The 230 ranks at the 2nd percentile for engine power among recorded row crop tractors.
Overview
About the Farmall 230
The Farmall 230 is a row crop tractor made from 1956 to 1958. It's a 2-wheel drive tractor with manual steering and a sliding gear transmission that has 4 gears. This tractor is built for working in fields with crops planted in rows. The Farmall 230 has a liquid-cooled engine made by International Harvester. It's a 4-cylinder gasoline engine with 24.9 horsepower. The engine is smaller than most other tractors, but it runs at an average speed of 1800 rpm. This tractor weighs 3440 pounds, which is lighter than many other tractors. It has a 540 rpm PTO for running farm tools. The tractor has an open operator station and uses an electric starter. Its brakes are differential mechanical dry disc type.
Full specifications
Every recorded spec
General
| Manufacturer | Farmall |
|---|---|
| Model | 230 |
| Category | Row Crop tractor |
| Type | 4x2 2WD |
| Years built | 1956–1958 |
| Operating weight | 3,440lb |
Engine
| Make | International Harvester |
|---|---|
| Model | C123 |
| Power | 24.9hp |
| Cylinders | 4 |
| Displacement | 122.7ci |
| Bore | 3.11in |
| Stroke | 4.72in |
Transmission
| Type | Sliding Gear |
|---|
Chassis & drive
| Chassis | 4x2 2WD |
|---|---|
| Drive | 2WD |
| Steering | Manual |
| Brakes | Differential mechanical dry disc |
| Cab | Open |
Power take-off
| PTO speed | 540rpm |
|---|
Dimensions
| Operating weight | 3,440lb |
|---|
Tires
| Front | 5.00-15 |
|---|---|
| Rear | 11.2-36 |
Capacities
| Cooling system | 3.75gal |
|---|
Head to head
230 vs. Row Crop median
How the Farmall 230 compares to other Row Crop tractors
| Spec | This model | Row Crop median | Difference | Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine Power | 24.9 hp | 138 hp | -82% | 2nd |
| Engine Displacement | 123 ci | 391 ci | -69% | 2nd |
| Cylinders | 4 | 6 | -33% | 17th |
| Operating Weight | 3,440 lb | 12,307 lb | -72% | 3rd |
Medians and percentiles are computed from the row crop tractors in our database with a recorded value for each spec (sample sizes 1,206–1,417 models).
Compare to tractors with similar specs
Commonly compared Farmall tractors
| Tractor | Engine Power | Operating Weight | Years | Compare |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Farmall Super C | 25.9 hp | 3,100 lb | 1951–1954 | Compare → |
| Farmall F-20 | 26.7 hp | 4,400 lb | 1932–1939 | Compare → |
| Farmall C | 23 hp | 2,845 lb | 1948–1951 | Compare → |
| Farmall F30 | 30 hp | 5,300 lb | 1931–1939 | Compare → |
| Farmall D-217 | 17 hp | 2,350 lb | — | Compare → |
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| Tractor | Engine Power | Operating Weight | Years | Compare |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Allis Chalmers 5020 | 25 hp | 2,060 lb | 1977–1985 | Compare → |
| Allis Chalmers FD3 | 25 hp | 3,150 lb | — | Compare → |
| Apollo 254 | 25 hp | — | — | Compare → |
| Belarus 254 | 25 hp | — | — | Compare → |
| Bobcat CT1025 | 24.5 hp | 1,488 lb | — | Compare → |
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FAQ
Common questions
When was the Farmall 230 made?
The Farmall 230 was manufactured from 1956 to 1958.
What size tires does the Farmall 230 use?
Factory rubber for the Farmall 230 is 5.00-15 front tires and 11.2-36 rear tires.
What is the engine power output of the Farmall 230?
Rated engine output for the Farmall 230 is 24.9 hp, delivered by a 4-cylinder engine. The engine displaces 122.7 ci.
What is the operating weight of the Farmall 230?
In working trim, the Farmall 230 comes in at roughly 3,440 lb.
Which transmission does the Farmall 230 use?
The Farmall 230 is equipped with a Sliding Gear transmission.
How do I maintain a Farmall 230?
Routine service for the Farmall 230 covers engine oil and filter changes, hydraulic and coolant level checks, air filter cleaning, and scheduled inspections. Refer to the manufacturer's maintenance schedule for exact intervals.