Farmall F-30

The Farmall F-30 is a utility tractor built by International Harvester. It's a sturdy machine with a manual steering system and a simple transmission that has 4 forward gears and 1 reverse gear. The tractor runs on a liquid-cooled, 4-cylinder engine that uses distillate fuel. This engine is quite large for its time, with an above-average displacement of 283.7 cubic inches. The F-30 is a heavy-duty tractor, weighing in at 5,300 pounds. It's built to last, with steel wheels instead of rubber tires. The tractor measures 147 inches long, 90 inches wide, and 81 inches tall. It has some old-fashioned features, like a hand-crank starter and an oil bath air cleaner. The engine runs at a low speed of 1,150 RPM, which is lower than most tractors. This slower speed might help the engine last longer. The F-30 is designed for farmers who need a strong, reliable tractor for various farm tasks.

ManufacturerFarmallEngine4-cylinderTransmissionUnsynchronized Gear
Farmall F-30

Key specifications

Category
Utility
Operating weight
5,300 lb
Transmission
Unsynchronized Gear
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Overview

About the Farmall F-30

The Farmall F-30 is a utility tractor built by International Harvester. It's a sturdy machine with a manual steering system and a simple transmission that has 4 forward gears and 1 reverse gear. The tractor runs on a liquid-cooled, 4-cylinder engine that uses distillate fuel. This engine is quite large for its time, with an above-average displacement of 283.7 cubic inches. The F-30 is a heavy-duty tractor, weighing in at 5,300 pounds. It's built to last, with steel wheels instead of rubber tires. The tractor measures 147 inches long, 90 inches wide, and 81 inches tall. It has some old-fashioned features, like a hand-crank starter and an oil bath air cleaner. The engine runs at a low speed of 1,150 RPM, which is lower than most tractors. This slower speed might help the engine last longer. The F-30 is designed for farmers who need a strong, reliable tractor for various farm tasks.

Full specifications

Recorded specifications

General

ManufacturerFarmall
ModelF-30
CategoryUtility tractor
Operating weight5,300lb(2,404 kg)

Engine

MakeInternational Harvester
Cylinders4
Displacement283.7ci(4.65 L)
Bore4.25in(107.9 mm)
Stroke5in(127 mm)

Transmission

TypeUnsynchronized Gear
Forward gears4
Reverse gears1

Chassis & drive

SteeringManual

Dimensions

Length147in(3,734 mm)
Width90in(2,286 mm)
Height81in(2,057 mm)
Operating weight5,300lb(2,404 kg)

Capacities

Cooling system9gal(34.07 L)

Category medians

F-30 vs. Utility median

Farmall F-30 compared with other Utility tractors

SpecThis modelUtility medianDifferencePercentile
Engine Displacement284 ci183 ci+55%83rd
Cylinders44at median50th
Forward Gears412-67%4th
Operating Weight5,300 lb5,303 lb0%50th
Length147 in137 in+8%63rd
Width90 in66 in+36%92nd
Height81 in94.1 in-14%29th

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

What engine configuration does the Farmall F-30 use?

The Farmall F-30 is equipped with a 4-cylinder engine displacing 283.7 ci.

What is the operating weight of the Farmall F-30?

The Farmall F-30 has an operating weight of about 5,300 lb.

Which transmission does the Farmall F-30 use?

The Farmall F-30 is equipped with an Unsynchronized Gear transmission with 4 forward gears.

How do I maintain a Farmall F-30?

Routine service for the Farmall F-30 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.