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Deutz-Fahr DX 130

The Deutz-Fahr DX 130 is a tractor produced by Deutz Fahr. It is equipped with a 373.9 ci 6.1 L engine. The listed engine power is 121.27 hp 90.4 kW. Transmission: 24 forward and 8 reverse. Operating weight: 13940 lbs 6323 kg.

Engine Power
121.27 hp 90.4 kW
Fuel & Capacities
40 gal 151.4 L
Transmission
24 forward and 8 reverse
Operating Weight
13940 lbs (18.4-38 duals) 6323 kg

Overview

Deutz-Fahr DX 130 tractor photo
1981 - 1983 DX SeriesRow-Crop tractor DX Series Row-Crop tractor
Production
Manufacturer
Deutz-Fahr
Row-Crop tractor
Deutz-Fahr DX 130 Engine
Deutz 6.1L 6-cyl diesel
Fuel tank
40 gal 151.4 L
66 galOptOptional 249.8 L
Engine details ...
Deutz-Fahr DX 130 Transmission
24-speed two-speed power shift
Transmission details ...
Deutz-Fahr DX 130 Power
PTO (claimed)
120 hp 89.5 kW
Drawbar (tested)
102.63 hp 76.5 kW
PTO (tested)
121.27 hp 90.4 kW
Performance test details ...
Mechanical
Two- or four-wheel drive
Final drives
planetary
Differential lock
hydraulic foot-operated
Steering
hydrostatic power
Hydraulic disc brakes
Cab standard with air-conditioning.
Hydraulics
Type
open center
Valves
1 to 3
Total flow
27 gpm 102.2 lpm
Tractor hitch
Rear Type
III/II
Rear lift (at ends)
14330 lbs 6500 kg
Power Take-off (PTO)
Rear PTO
independent
Rear PTO Type
540/1000 (1.375)
Engine RPM
540@2070
1000@2070
Dimensions & Tires
Wheelbase
108.5 inches 275 cm
Weight
13940 lbs 6323 kg
Front tire
11.00-16
Rear tire
18.4-38 (2WD)
Full dimensions and tires ...
Electrical
Ground
negative
Battery volts
12
References
DX 130 references literature
DX90-DX120-Dx130-DX140-DX160 published in 1980, by Deutz-Fahr

Engine

Engine Detail — 373.9 ci / 6.1 L Diesel

Manufacturer
Deutz BF6L 913
Configuration
turbocharged diesel, 6-cylinder, air-cooled
Displacement
373.9 ci 6.1 L
Bore/Stroke
4.02x4.92 inches 102 x 125 mm
Compression
15.5:1
Rated RPM
2300
Starter
electric
Starter volts
12
Oil capacity
16.9 qts 16.0 L

Transmission

Transmission — 24 forward and 8 reverse two-speed power shift

Type
two-speed power shift
Gears
24 forward and 8 reverse
Clutch
hydraulic dry disc
Oil capacity
56 qts 53.0 L
Four gears (1-4) in three ranges (low, medium, high) with two-speed power shift.

Dimensions

Deutz-Fahr DX 130 Tires
Standard tires (ag)
Front: 11.00-16. Rear: 18.4-38 (2WD)
Front: 14.9-28. Rear: 20.8-38 (4WD)
Dimensions
Wheelbase
108.5 inches 275 cm
Width
93.3 inches 236 cm
Height
113 inches 287 cm
Operating weight
13940 lbs (18.4-38 duals) 6323 kg
Ballasted weight
17630 lbs 7996 kg
Rear tread
63 to 86 inches 160 to 218 cm

Tests

Nebraska Tractor Test 1404
Diesel 24-speed 2WD September 12 - 22, 1981 Link: Nebraska Tractor Test 1404 file
PTO performance
Power at rated engine speed
121.27 hp 90.4 kW
Fuel use
7.3 gal/hour 27.6 l/hour
Power at rated PTO speed
121.36 hp 90.5 kW
Fuel use
6.9 gal/hour 26.1 l/hour
Drawbar performance
Max power
102.63 hp 76.5 kW
Fuel use
7.3 gal/hour 27.6 l/hour
Gear 3MH used for power test.
Max pull
14406 lbs 6534 kg
Gear 1ML used for pull test.

Photos

Deutz-Fahr DX 130 tractor photo

Deutz-Fahr DX 130 tractor photo

Recommended Implements & Sizing Guide

Engineering recommendations for Deutz Fahr Deutz-Fahr DX 130 based on its 121.27 HP power envelope and ASAE agricultural standards.

Implement & OperationRecommended SizeWorkload RatingEngineering Notes
Moldboard PlowPrimary Tillage
4 to 5 Bottom (16-18")4 - 5 铧 (40-45 cm)Heavy DutyHeavy primary tillage; semi-mounted hitch recommended.
Rotary Cutter / MowerMowing & Clearing
10 to 12 ft Flex-Wing3.0 - 3.6 m 折叠双翼Heavy DutyWide swath pasture and crop residue shredding.
Rotary TillerSeedbed Prep
90 to 120 in Heavy Duty230 - 300 cm 重型旋耕机Commercial / Field ScaleDeep intensive seedbed preparation for commercial row crops.
Disc HarrowSecondary Tillage
15 to 22 ft Folding Disc4.5 - 6.7 m 折叠式圆盘耙Commercial / Field ScaleWide commercial field leveling; requires hydraulic remotes.
Hay BalerHay & Forage
5x6 Round Baler or 3x3 Mid Square1.5x1.8 m 大圆捆或中型方捆机Heavy DutyHigh density baling; requires minimum 85 PTO HP.
Sizing & Soil Condition NoteActual implement sizing varies depending on local soil conditions (heavy clay vs sandy loam), field slope, and operating speed. Heavy tillage implements may require front ballast weights and wheel weights.

Fluids, Capacities & Working Autonomy

Standard fluid requirements, service intervals, and continuous runtime estimates for Deutz Fahr Deutz-Fahr DX 130.

Estimated Continuous Field Runtime: 6.3 hrs

Approximately 6.3 hours of continuous field operation at ~75% rated power on a full tank (40 gal / 151.4 L).

Estimated 75% Load Fuel Burn~6.3 gal/hr (23.9 L/hr)

Engine Crankcase Oil

SAE 15W-40 (Heavy Duty Diesel)
Standard Spec: API CK-4 / CJ-4 Heavy Duty
Service Interval: 150 – 250 Hours

Transmission & Hydraulic System

UTTO (Universal Tractor Transmission Oil)
Standard Spec: ISO VG 46 / 68 (Wet Brake & Trans Compatible)
Service Interval: 600 – 1000 Hours

Engine Cooling System

50/50 Ethylene Glycol Pre-mix
Standard Spec: ASTM D6210 / Heavy-Duty OAT Antifreeze
Service Interval: 2 Years / 1500 Hours

Deutz Fahr Deutz-Fahr DX 130 Specification Unit Converter

Convert power, fluid capacities, and operating weights between metric and imperial standards for Deutz Fahr Deutz-Fahr DX 130.

Converted Equivalents:

Horsepower (HP)121.3 hp
Kilowatts (kW)90.4 kW
Metric Horsepower (PS / CV)123 PS

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