Brand siblingRow Crop
Ford-New Holland 8730
The Ford-New Holland 8730 is a powerful row crop tractor built for serious farming. It has a 2WD drive system and hydrostatic power steering, making it easy to handle in the fields. The tractor comes with an 18-speed forward and 9-speed reverse transmission, giving farmers lots of options for different tasks. Under the hood, the 8730 has a Ford diesel engine with 6 cylinders. The engine is turbocharged and liquid-cooled, which helps it run smoothly. It has an average displacement of 401 cubic inches and runs at 2200 RPM, which is above average for tractors. The tractor is quite big, measuring 191 inches long and 82 inches wide. It weighs 12,185 pounds, which is about average for its class. The 8730 also has a Category III hitch and an open center gear pump hydraulic system, making it great for handling heavy farm equipment.
ManufacturerFord-New HollandEngine6-cyl
Quick specs
- Category
- Row Crop
- Operating Weight
- 12,185 lb
Overview
About the Ford-New Holland 8730
The Ford-New Holland 8730 is a powerful row crop tractor built for serious farming. It has a 2WD drive system and hydrostatic power steering, making it easy to handle in the fields. The tractor comes with an 18-speed forward and 9-speed reverse transmission, giving farmers lots of options for different tasks. Under the hood, the 8730 has a Ford diesel engine with 6 cylinders. The engine is turbocharged and liquid-cooled, which helps it run smoothly. It has an average displacement of 401 cubic inches and runs at 2200 RPM, which is above average for tractors. The tractor is quite big, measuring 191 inches long and 82 inches wide. It weighs 12,185 pounds, which is about average for its class. The 8730 also has a Category III hitch and an open center gear pump hydraulic system, making it great for handling heavy farm equipment.
Full specifications
Every recorded spec
General
| Manufacturer | Ford-New Holland |
|---|---|
| Model | 8730 |
| Category | Row Crop tractor |
| Type | 4x2 2WD |
| Operating weight | 12,185lb |
Engine
| Make | Ford |
|---|---|
| Cylinders | 6 |
| Displacement | 401ci |
| Bore | 4.4in |
| Stroke | 4.4in |
Transmission
| Forward gears | 18 |
|---|---|
| Reverse gears | 9 |
Chassis & drive
| Chassis | 4x2 2WD |
|---|---|
| Drive | 2WD |
| Steering | Hydrostatic power |
Hydraulics
| Type | Open center gear pump |
|---|
Dimensions
| Length | 191in |
|---|---|
| Width | 82in |
| Operating weight | 12,185lb |
Capacities
| Cooling system | 5.5gal |
|---|
Head to head
8730 vs. Row Crop median
How the Ford-New Holland 8730 compares to other Row Crop tractors
| Spec | This model | Row Crop median | Difference | Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine Displacement | 401 ci | 391 ci | +3% | 51st |
| Cylinders | 6 | 6 | at median | 50th |
| Forward Gears | 18 | 16 | +13% | 61st |
| Operating Weight | 12,185 lb | 12,307 lb | -1% | 50th |
| Length | 191 in | 180 in | +6% | 64th |
| Width | 82 in | 91.2 in | -10% | 29th |
Medians and percentiles are computed from the row crop tractors in our database with a recorded value for each spec (sample sizes 806–1,417 models).
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|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ford-New Holland 7710 | 97 hp | 8,650 lb | — | Compare → |
| Ford-New Holland 7810 | — | 7,750 lb | — | Compare → |
| Ford-New Holland 8210 | 115 hp | 8,730 lb | — | Compare → |
| Ford-New Holland 8530 | — | 11,395 lb | — | Compare → |
| Ford-New Holland 8630 | — | 11,435 lb | — | Compare → |
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FAQ
Common questions
What engine configuration does the Ford-New Holland 8730 use?
The Ford-New Holland 8730 is equipped with a 6-cylinder engine displacing 401 ci.
What hydraulics does the Ford-New Holland 8730 have?
The Ford-New Holland 8730 uses an Open center gear pump hydraulic system.
What three-point hitch category does the Ford-New Holland 8730 use?
The Ford-New Holland 8730 has a Category III three-point hitch.
What is the operating weight of the Ford-New Holland 8730?
In working trim, the Ford-New Holland 8730 comes in at roughly 12,185 lb.
How do I maintain a Ford-New Holland 8730?
Routine service for the Ford-New Holland 8730 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.