Ford 6530
The Ford 6530 is a tractor produced by Ford. It is equipped with a 238 ci 3.9 L engine. Transmission: 20 forward and 12 reverse. Operating weight: 5800 to 7400 pounds.
Fuel & Capacities
19.3 gal
73.1 L
Transmission
20 forward and 12 reverse
Operating Weight
5800 to 7400 pounds
Overview
![]() | 1992 - 1996
High-Clearance tractor |
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Production | |
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Manufacturer | Ford |
High-Clearance tractor | |
Built in Italy | |
Original price was $30,000 in 1997 | |
Ford 6530 Engine | |
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Fiat 3.9L 4-cyl diesel | |
Fuel tank | 19.3 gal
73.1 L |
Engine details ... | |
Ford 6530 Power | |
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PTO (claimed) | 70 hp
52.2 kW |
Mechanical | |
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Two- or four-wheel drive | |
Disc brakes | |
Four-post ROPS. |
Hydraulics | |
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Type | open center |
Valves | 1 to 3 |
Pump flow | 11 gpm
41.6 lpm |
Tractor hitch | |
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Rear Type | II |
Rear lift | 5194 lbs
2355 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 | 82.8 inches
210 cm |
4WD Wheelbase | 80.7 inches
204 cm |
Weight | 5800 to 7400 pounds |
Front tire | 7.50x18 |
2WD Rear tire | 9.50x42 |
Full dimensions and tires ... | |
Electrical | |
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Ground | negative |
Charging system | alternator |
Charging amps | 33 |
Battery volts | 12 |
References | |
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Ford High-Clearance (Mudder) Tractors published in 1992 | |
Ford High-Clearance (Mudder) Tractors published in 1995 |
Engine
Engine Detail — 238 ci / 3.9 L Diesel
Manufacturer | Fiat 8045.05 |
Fuel Type | Diesel |
Configuration | 4-cylinder, liquid-cooled |
Displacement | 238 ci
3.9 L |
Bore/Stroke | 4.094x4.527 inches
104 x 115 mm |
Rated RPM | 2500 |
Starter | electric |
Starter volts | 12 |
Oil capacity | 12 qts
11.4 L |
Transmission
Transmission options | |
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12-speed partially synchronized | |
20-speed synchromesh |
Transmission — 12 forward and reverse partially synchronized
Type | partially synchronized |
Gears | 12 forward and reverse |
Four gears in three ranges with mechanical shuttle. | |
With 13.6x38 rear tires. | |
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Transmission — 20 forward and 12 reverse synchromesh
Type | synchromesh |
Gears | 20 forward and 12 reverse |
Optional transmission adds two creeper ranges. | |
With 13.6x38 rear tires. | |
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Dimensions
Ford 6530 Tires | |
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2WD Standard tires (ag) | Front: 7.50x18. Rear: 9.50x42 |
4WD Standard tires (ag) | Front: 13.6x38. Rear: 13.6x38 |
Dimensions | |
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2WD Wheelbase | 82.8 inches
210 cm |
4WD Wheelbase | 80.7 inches
204 cm |
2WD Length | 148.5 inches
377 cm |
4WD Length | 161.5 inches
410 cm |
Height (ROPS) | 109 inches
276 cm |
2WD Weight | 5800 lbs
2630 kg |
4WD Weight | 7400 lbs
3356 kg |
2WD Clearance (front axle) | 31.5 inches
80 cm |
4WD Clearance (front axle) | 25 inches
63 cm |
2WD Clearance (drawbar) | 25 inches
63 cm |
4WD Clearance (drawbar) | 25.7 inches
65 cm |
2WD Front tread | 61 to 81 inches
154 to 205 cm |
4WD Front tread | 66 to 86 inches
167 to 218 cm |
2WD Rear tread | 56 to 76 inches
142 to 193 cm |
4WD Rear tread | 56 to 74 inches
142 to 187 cm |
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Fluids, Capacities & Working Autonomy
Standard fluid requirements, service intervals, and continuous runtime estimates for Ford 6530.
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 6530 Specification Unit Converter
Convert power, fluid capacities, and operating weights between metric and imperial standards for Ford 6530.
Converted Equivalents:
Horsepower (HP)0 hp
Kilowatts (kW)0 kW
Metric Horsepower (PS / CV)0 PS
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