Ford 4230
The Ford 4230 is a tractor produced by Ford. It is equipped with a 220.5 ci 3.6 L engine. Transmission: 12 forward and reverse. Operating weight: 4871 to 5290 pounds.
Fuel & Capacities
13.7 gal
51.9 L
Transmission
12 forward and reverse
Operating Weight
4871 to 5290 pounds
Overview
![]() | 1992 - 1997
Orchard/Vineyard tractorFiat built
Orchard/Vineyard tractor
Fiat built |
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Production | |
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Distributor | Ford |
Manufacturer | Fiat |
Orchard/Vineyard tractor | |
Original price was $25,000 in 1997 | |
The Ford/New Holland 4230 is the same as the Fiat 72-86. | |
Ford 4230 Engine | |
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Fiat 3.6L 4-cyl diesel | |
Engine details ... |
Ford 4230 Power | |
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PTO (claimed) | 62 hp
46.2 kW |
Mechanical | |
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Two- or four-wheel drive | |
Final drives | inboard planetary |
Differential lock | mechanical rear |
Power steering | |
Mechanical wet disc brakes | |
Two-post mid-mount ROPS. Cab optional with air-conditioning. | |
Capacity | |
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Fuel | 13.7 gal
51.9 L |
Hydraulic system | 11.3 gal
42.8 L |
Hydraulics | |
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Type | open center |
Capacity | 11.3 gal
42.8 L |
Pressure | 2740 psi
188.9 bar |
Valves | 2 or 3 |
Pump flow | 11 gpm
41.6 lpm |
Steering flow | 8.1 gpm
30.7 lpm |
Steering press. | 1450 psi
100.0 bar |
Tractor hitch | |
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Rear Type | II |
Control | position control and lower-link draft sensing |
Rear lift | 5931 lbs
2690 kg |
Power Take-off (PTO) | |
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Rear PTO | independent |
Rear PTO Type | 540/1000 |
Dimensions & Tires | |
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2WD Wheelbase | 78.8 inches
200 cm |
4WD Wheelbase | 83.1 inches
211 cm |
Weight | 4871 to 5290 pounds |
Front tire | 27x9.50-15 |
2WD Rear tire | 14.9x24 |
Full dimensions and tires ... | |
Electrical | |
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Ground | negative |
Charging system | alternator |
ROPS Charging amps | 33 |
Cab Charging amps | 65 |
Battery volts | 12 |
References | |
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45 to 70 hp Narrow Tractors published in 1992, by Ford | |
Ford Narrow Tractors published in 1995, by New Holland | |
45 to 70 PTO hp Narrow Tractors published in 1996, by New Holland |
Engine
Engine Detail — 220.5 ci / 3.6 L Diesel
Manufacturer | Fiat |
Fuel Type | Diesel |
Configuration | 4-cylinder, liquid-cooled |
Displacement | 220.5 ci
3.6 L |
Bore/Stroke | 3.937x4.527 inches
100 x 115 mm |
Pre-heating | thermostart |
Rated RPM | 2500 |
Starter volts | 12 |
Transmission
Transmission options | |
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12-speed gear | |
12-speed shuttle |
Transmission — 12 forward and 4 reverse gear
Type | gear |
Gears | 12 forward and 4 reverse |
With 14.9-24 rear tires. | |
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Transmission — 12 forward and reverse shuttle
Type | shuttle |
Gears | 12 forward and reverse |
Dimensions
Ford 4230 Tires | |
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2WD Standard tires (ag) | Front: 27x9.50-15. Rear: 14.9x24 |
4WD Standard tires (ag) | Front: 9.5-16. Rear: 14.9x24 |
Dimensions | |
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2WD Wheelbase | 78.8 inches
200 cm |
4WD Wheelbase | 83.1 inches
211 cm |
2WD Length | 138.5 inches
351 cm |
4WD Length | 144.5 inches
367 cm |
2WD Width | 57.5 inches
146 cm |
4WD Width | 58.5 inches
148 cm |
2WD Weight | 4871 lbs
2209 kg |
4WD Weight | 5290 lbs
2399 kg |
4WD Clearance (front axle) | 15.4 inches
39 cm |
4WD Clearance (front axle) | 15.5 inches
39 cm |
2WD Front tread | 46 to 58 inches
116 to 147 cm |
4WD Front tread | 47 to 53 inches
119 to 134 cm |
Rear tread | 42 to 57 inches
106 to 144 cm |
Ford 4230 Height | |
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2WD Steering wheel | 52.8 inches
134 cm |
4WD Steering wheel | 54.5 inches
138 cm |
2WD Hood | 48.5 inches
123 cm |
4WD Hood | 50.2 inches
127 cm |
2WD ROPS | 83.4 inches
211 cm |
4WD ROPS | 85 inches
215 cm |
Photos
Fluids, Capacities & Working Autonomy
Standard fluid requirements, service intervals, and continuous runtime estimates for Ford 4230.
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 4230 Specification Unit Converter
Convert power, fluid capacities, and operating weights between metric and imperial standards for Ford 4230.
Converted Equivalents:
Horsepower (HP)0 hp
Kilowatts (kW)0 kW
Metric Horsepower (PS / CV)0 PS
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