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Volvo T500
The Volvo T500 is a sturdy 2WD tractor built for farm work. It has a 4x2 chassis and power steering, making it easy to handle. The tractor comes with a gear transmission that has 16 forward gears and 4 reverse gears. This gives the driver lots of options for different tasks. Under the hood, the T500 has a Volvo D39T engine. This diesel engine has 4 cylinders and is liquid-cooled to keep it running smoothly. It can produce 61 horsepower at 2200 RPM, which is enough power for many farm jobs. The engine has a displacement of 235.54 cubic inches, which is about average for tractors in its class. The tractor weighs 6394 pounds and measures 143.7 inches long and 100.4 inches tall. It rides on agricultural tires, with 7.50-16 tires in front and larger 13.6-38 tires in the back.
ManufacturerVolvoPower61 hpEngine4-cylTransGear with two-speed power shift
Quick specs
- Category
- Standard Tread
- Engine Power Output
- 61hp
- Operating Weight
- 6,394 lb
- Transmission
- Gear with two-speed power shift
At a glance
How the T500 compares
vs. Standard Tread medianDistribution
Engine Power (hp)
Across all Standard Tread tractors
61 hp · 73rd
This model
12
Median 45 hp
102
This modelStandard Tread tractorsMediann = 121
The T500 ranks at the 73rd percentile for engine power among recorded standard tread tractors.
Overview
About the Volvo T500
The Volvo T500 is a sturdy 2WD tractor built for farm work. It has a 4x2 chassis and power steering, making it easy to handle. The tractor comes with a gear transmission that has 16 forward gears and 4 reverse gears. This gives the driver lots of options for different tasks. Under the hood, the T500 has a Volvo D39T engine. This diesel engine has 4 cylinders and is liquid-cooled to keep it running smoothly. It can produce 61 horsepower at 2200 RPM, which is enough power for many farm jobs. The engine has a displacement of 235.54 cubic inches, which is about average for tractors in its class. The tractor weighs 6394 pounds and measures 143.7 inches long and 100.4 inches tall. It rides on agricultural tires, with 7.50-16 tires in front and larger 13.6-38 tires in the back.
Full specifications
Every recorded spec
General
| Manufacturer | Volvo |
|---|---|
| Model | T500 |
| Category | Standard Tread tractor |
| Type | 4x2 2WD |
| Operating weight | 6,394lb |
Engine
| Make | Volvo |
|---|---|
| Model | D39T |
| Power | 61hp |
| Cylinders | 4 |
| Displacement | 235.54ci |
| Bore | 3.87in |
| Stroke | 5in |
Transmission
| Type | Gear with two-speed power shift |
|---|---|
| Forward gears | 16 |
| Reverse gears | 4 |
Chassis & drive
| Chassis | 4x2 2WD |
|---|---|
| Drive | 2WD |
| Steering | Power |
Dimensions
| Length | 143.7in |
|---|---|
| Height | 100.4in |
| Operating weight | 6,394lb |
Head to head
T500 vs. Standard Tread median
How the Volvo T500 compares to other Standard Tread tractors
| Spec | This model | Standard Tread median | Difference | Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine Power | 61 hp | 45 hp | +36% | 73rd |
| Engine Displacement | 236 ci | 382 ci | -38% | 18th |
| Cylinders | 4 | 4 | at median | 50th |
| Forward Gears | 16 | 4 | +300% | 99th |
| Operating Weight | 6,394 lb | 6,834 lb | -6% | 42nd |
| Length | 144 in | 137 in | +5% | 62nd |
| Height | 100 in | 72.3 in | +39% | 82nd |
Medians and percentiles are computed from the standard tread tractors in our database with a recorded value for each spec (sample sizes 121–367 models).
Compare to tractors with similar specs
Commonly compared Volvo tractors
| Tractor | Engine Power | Operating Weight | Years | Compare |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Volvo T55 | 55.54 hp | 6,504 lb | 1958+ | Compare → |
| Volvo T32 | 45 hp | 5,060 lb | — | Compare → |
| Volvo T31 | 36 hp | 5,060 lb | — | Compare → |
| Volvo T600 | 62 hp | 6,415 lb | — | Compare → |
| Volvo T675 | 60 hp | 8,566 lb | — | Compare → |
Commonly compared tractors with similar horsepower from other brands
| Tractor | Engine Power | Operating Weight | Years | Compare |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Barreiros R-500 B | 60 hp | — | — | Compare → |
| Allis Chalmers D17 | 63 hp | 4,675 lb | 1957–1967 | Compare → |
| AGCO GT55A | 58.89 hp | 6,400 lb | — | Compare → |
| Allis Chalmers 6060 | 63.21 hp | 6,465 lb | 1980–1984 | Compare → |
| Allis Chalmers 6070 | 58.35 hp | 7,460 lb | — | Compare → |
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FAQ
Common questions
How powerful is the Volvo T500?
The Volvo T500 has an engine power output of 61 hp. It is powered by a 4-cylinder engine displacing 235.54 ci.
What is the working weight of the Volvo T500?
The operating weight of the Volvo T500 is approximately 6,394 lb.
What type of transmission does the Volvo T500 have?
The Volvo T500 uses a Gear with two-speed power shift transmission offering 16 forward gears.
What routine service does the Volvo T500 need?
Regular maintenance for the Volvo T500 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.