Ford 3930
The Ford 3930 is a tractor produced by Ford. It is equipped with a 193 ci 3.2 L engine. The listed engine power is 52.54 hp 39.2 kW. Transmission: 8 forward and reverse. Operating weight: 5157 to 6025 pounds.
Engine Power
52.54 hp
39.2 kW
Fuel & Capacities
Diesel
Transmission
8 forward and reverse
Operating Weight
5157 to 6025 pounds
Overview
 | 1990 - 2002
30 Utility SeriesUtility tractor
30 Utility Series
Utility tractor |
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Production | |
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Manufacturer | Ford |
Utility tractor | |
Built in Basildon, England | |
Original price | $24,400 (1999 2WD ) |
$29,900 (1999 4WD ) | |
Ford 3930 Power | |
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PTO (claimed) | 45 hp (early)
33.6 kW |
52 hp (late)
38.8 kW | |
Drawbar (tested) | 38.18 hp
28.5 kW |
PTO (tested) | 52.54 hp
39.2 kW |
Performance test details ...  | |
Mechanical | |
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Two- or four-wheel drive | |
Differential lock | mechanical rear |
Power steering | |
Wet disc brakes | |
Two-post ROPS. Cab optional. | |
Hydraulics | |
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Type | open center |
closed center OptOptional | |
Pressure | 2500 psi
172.4 bar |
Valves | 0 to 2 (open center) |
1 to 4 (closed center) | |
Pump flow | 7.7 gpm
29.1 lpm |
12.8 gpmOptOptional
48.4 lpm | |
Steering flow | 3.6 gpm
13.6 lpm |
Tractor hitch | |
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Rear Type | II/I |
Control | position control with top link draft sensing |
Rear lift | 3080 lbs
1397 kg |
Power Take-off (PTO) | |
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Rear PTO | independent |
Rear PTO Type | 540 |
Engine RPM | 540@1800 |
540@1755 (shuttle) | |
Dimensions & Tires | |
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2WD Wheelbase | 84.5 inches
214 cm |
4WD Wheelbase | 84.1 inches
213 cm |
Weight | 5157 to 6025 pounds |
Front tire | 6.00-16 |
Rear tire | 13.6-28 |
Full dimensions and tires ...  | |
Electrical | |
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Ground | negative |
Charging system | alternator |
ROPS Charging amps | 55 (early) |
ROPS Charging amps | 45 (late) |
Cab Charging amps | 70 |
Battery CCA | 800 |
Battery volts | 12 |
References | |
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Front-End Loader 7310 published in 1994, by Ford | |
Front-end Loaders published in 1992, by Ford | |
Front-end Loaders published in 1995, by New Holland | |
32 to 55 PTO hp Utility Tractors published in 1990, by Ford | |
Ford 30 Series published in 1995, by New Holland |
Engine
Engine options | |
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Ford 3.3L 3-cyl diesel | |
Ford 3.2L 3-cyl diesel |
Engine Detail — 201 ci / 3.3 L Diesel
Manufacturer | Ford |
Fuel Type | Diesel |
Configuration | 3-cylinder, liquid-cooled |
Original engine, used until 1995. | |
Displacement | 201 ci
3.3 L |
Bore/Stroke | 4.40x4.40 inches
112 x 112 mm |
Compression | 16.3:1 |
Rated RPM | 2000 |
Starter volts | 12 |
Engine Detail — 193 ci / 3.2 L Diesel
Manufacturer | Ford |
Fuel Type | Diesel |
Configuration | 3-cylinder, liquid-cooled |
The 3.1-liter engine was introduced in 1995, tractor serial number BD81400. | |
Displacement | 193 ci
3.2 L |
Bore/Stroke | 4.40x4.20 inches
112 x 107 mm |
Air cleaner | dual paper elements |
Compression | 16.3:1 |
Rated RPM | 2200 |
Starter volts | 12 |
Engine Detail — 193 ci / 3.2 L Diesel
Manufacturer | Ford |
Configuration | turbocharged diesel, 3-cylinder, liquid-cooled, The turbocharged 3.1-liter engine was introduced in 1999. |
Displacement | 193 ci
3.2 L |
Bore/Stroke | 4.40x4.20 inches
112 x 107 mm |
Air cleaner | dual paper elements |
Rated RPM | 2200 |
Starter volts | 12 |
Transmission
Transmission options | |
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8-speed gear | |
8-speed synchronized shuttle |
Transmission — 8 forward and 2 reverse gear
Type | gear |
Gears | 8 forward and 2 reverse |
Clutch | dry disc |
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Transmission — 8 forward and reverse synchronized shuttle
Type | synchronized shuttle |
Gears | 8 forward and reverse |
Clutch | dry disc |
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Dimensions
Ford 3930 Tires | |
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Ag front | 6.00-16 |
Ag rear | 13.6-28 |
Dimensions | |
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2WD Wheelbase | 84.5 inches
214 cm |
4WD Wheelbase | 84.1 inches
213 cm |
Length | 137 inches
347 cm |
Width | 69.5 inches*Minimum width across fenders.
176 cm |
Ground clearance | 13.5 inches
34 cm |
Ford 3930 Weight | |
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2WD ROPS Shipping | 5157 lbs
2339 kg |
4WD ROPS Shipping | 6025 lbs
2732 kg |
4WD ROPS Operating | 5446 lbs
2470 kg |
Ford 3930 Height | |
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ROPS | 91.3 inches
231 cm |
Cab | 96 inches
243 cm |
Exhaust | 84.5 inches
214 cm |
Tests
Tractor Tests | |
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OECD 1644: 3.3L diesel 8x2 speed 4WD | |
OECD 1341: diesel 8x8 speed | |
OECD 1701: 3.1L diesel 8x2 speed 4WD | |
OECD 1702: 3.1L diesel 8x8 speed 4WD | |
OECD 1702S: 3.1L turbo-diesel 8x8 speed 4WD |
OCED Tractor Test 1644 | |
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3.3L diesel 8x2 speed 4WD
April 8 - 25, 1991
Link: OCED Tractor Test 1644 file | |
PTO performance | |
Power at rated engine speed | 45.85 hp
34.2 kW |
Fuel use | 2.8 gal/hour
10.6 l/hour |
Power at rated PTO speed | 43.65 hp
32.5 kW |
Fuel use | 2.6 gal/hour
9.8 l/hour |
Drawbar performance | |
Max power | 38.18 hp
28.5 kW |
Fuel use | 2.9 gal/hour
11.0 l/hour |
Gear 1H used for power test. | |
Max pull | 4,807 lbs
2180 kg |
Gear 2L used for pull test. | |
OCED Tractor Test 1341 | |
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Diesel 8x8 speed | |
PTO performance | |
Max power | 44.3 hp
33.0 kW |
Fuel use | 2.9 gal/hour
11.0 l/hour |
Drawbar performance | |
Max power | 35.1 hp
26.2 kW |
OCED Tractor Test 1701 | |
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3.1L diesel 8x2 speed 4WD
October 17 - 27, 1995
Link: OCED Tractor Test 1701 file | |
PTO performance | |
Power at rated engine speed | 45.58 hp
34.0 kW |
Fuel use | 3.0 gal/hour
11.4 l/hour |
Power at rated PTO speed | 41.22 hp
30.7 kW |
Fuel use | 2.6 gal/hour
9.8 l/hour |
Drawbar performance | |
Max power | 37.33 hp
27.8 kW |
Gear 1H used for power test. | |
Max pull | 5,026 lbs
2279 kg |
Gear 2L used for pull test. | |
OCED Tractor Test 1702 | |
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3.1L diesel 8x8 speed 4WD
October 2 - 27, 1995
Link: OCED Tractor Test 1702 file | |
PTO performance | |
Power at rated engine speed | 46.23 hp
34.5 kW |
Fuel use | 3.2 gal/hour
12.1 l/hour |
Power at rated PTO speed | 41.81 hp
31.2 kW |
Fuel use | 2.7 gal/hour
10.2 l/hour |
Drawbar performance | |
Max power | 37.19 hp
27.7 kW |
Fuel use | 3.1 gal/hour
11.7 l/hour |
Gear 1H used for power test. | |
Max pull | 4,480 lbs
2032 kg |
Gear 3L used for pull test. | |
OCED Tractor Test 1702S | |
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3.1L turbo-diesel 8x8 speed 4WD
1998 | |
PTO performance | |
Power at rated engine speed | 52.54 hp
39.2 kW |
Attachments
Attachment overview | |
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Ford 7209 loader | |
Ford 7210 loader | |
Ford 7310 loader | |
Ford 7410 loader |
Photos
European Ford 3930.
North American Ford 3930 with 7310 front-end loader.
North American Ford 3930 with 7310 front-end loader.
North American Ford 3930 with 7310 front-end loader.
Recommended Implements & Sizing Guide
Engineering recommendations for Ford 3930 based on its 52.54 HP power envelope and ASAE agricultural standards.
| Implement & Operation | Recommended Size | Workload Rating | Engineering Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
Moldboard PlowPrimary Tillage | 2 to 3 Bottom (14-16")2 - 3 铧 (35-40 cm) | Medium Duty | Standard utility farm tillage. |
Rotary Cutter / MowerMowing & Clearing | 6 ft (72 in)1.8 m | Medium Duty | Medium pasture clearing; rear slip-clutch recommended. |
Rotary TillerSeedbed Prep | 66 to 72 in165 - 180 cm | Medium Duty | Standard utility tiller; slip clutch protection required. |
Disc HarrowSecondary Tillage | 7 to 8 ft Tandem Disc2.1 - 2.4 m 对开双排耙 | Medium Duty | Field leveling and clod breaking behind plows. |
Hay BalerHay & Forage | Small Square Baler (14x18")小方捆打捆机 (36x46 cm) | Medium Duty | Classic 2-string baler for horse and small livestock hay. |
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 Ford 3930.
Estimated Continuous Field Runtime: 1.1 hrs
Approximately 1.1 hours of continuous field operation at ~75% rated power on a full tank (3.1 gal / 11.7 L).
Estimated 75% Load Fuel Burn~2.7 gal/hr (10.3 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
Ford 3930 Specification Unit Converter
Convert power, fluid capacities, and operating weights between metric and imperial standards for Ford 3930.
Converted Equivalents:
Horsepower (HP)52.5 hp
Kilowatts (kW)39.2 kW
Metric Horsepower (PS / CV)53.3 PS
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