Ford 8830
The Ford 8830 is a tractor produced by Ford. It is equipped with a 494.4 ci 8.1 L engine. The listed engine power is Diesel (listed): 180 hp / 134.2 kW. Transmission: 24 forward and 8 reverse.
Engine Power
Diesel (listed): 180 hp / 134.2 kW
Transmission
24 forward and 8 reverse
Overview
 | 1992 - 1997
30 Superforça Series |
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Production | |
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Manufacturer | Ford (a part of New Holland) |
Built in Curitiba, Brazil | |
The Brazillian-built Ford 8830 is similar to the Fiat 180-90. | |
Ford 8830 Engine | |
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Fiat 8.1L 6-cyl diesel | |
Engine details ...  |
Ford 8830 Power | |
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Engine | 180 hp
134.2 kW |
Mechanical | |
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Four-wheel drive | |
Power steering | |
Hydraulic wet disc brakes | |
Two-post ROPS. Cab optional with air-conditioning. |
Tractor hitch | |
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Rear Type | II |
Control | position and draft control |
Rear lift (at 24"/610mm) | 14650 lbs
6645 kg |
Power Take-off (PTO) | |
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Rear PTO | independent |
Clutch | hydraulic |
Rear PTO Type | 540/1000 (1.375) |
Dimensions & Tires | |
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Full dimensions and tires ...  |
Electrical | |
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Charging system | alternator |
Battery volts | 12 |
Engine
Engine Detail — 494.4 ci / 8.1 L Diesel
Manufacturer | Fiat 8365.25 |
Configuration | turbocharged diesel, 6-cylinder, liquid-cooled inline |
Displacement | 494.4 ci
8.1 L |
Bore/Stroke | 4.53x5.12 inches
115 x 130 mm |
Power | 180 hp
134.2 kW |
Air cleaner | dual stage dry |
Rated RPM | 2200 |
Starter | electric |
Starter volts | 12 |
Transmission
Transmission options | |
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12-speed partially synchronized | |
24-speed creeper |
Transmission — 12 forward and 4 reverse partially synchronized
Type | partially synchronized |
Gears | 12 forward and 4 reverse |
Clutch | 305mm cerametallic disc |
Four gears (1-4) in three ranges (I, II, III) plus reverse (R) range. | |
With 18.4x38 rear tires. | |
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Transmission — 24 forward and 8 reverse creeper
Type | creeper |
Gears | 24 forward and 8 reverse |
Clutch | 305mm cerametallic disc |
Four gears (1-4) in three ranges (I, II, III) plus reverse (R) range with additional dual range shift (creeper/normal). | |
With 18.4x38 rear tires. | |
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Dimensions
Ford 8830 Tires |
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Dimensions |
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Recommended Implements & Sizing Guide
Engineering recommendations for Ford 8830 based on its 180 HP power envelope and ASAE agricultural standards.
| Implement & Operation | Recommended Size | Workload Rating | Engineering Notes |
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Moldboard PlowPrimary Tillage | 5 to 7 Bottom (18")5 - 7 铧 (45 cm) | Commercial / Field Scale | Large acreage tillage; requires front ballast weights. |
Rotary Cutter / MowerMowing & Clearing | 15 to 20 ft Batwing4.6 - 6.1 m 宽幅折叠翼 | Commercial / Field Scale | Large commercial field and roadside mowing operations. |
Rotary TillerSeedbed Prep | 90 to 120 in Heavy Duty230 - 300 cm 重型旋耕机 | Commercial / Field Scale | Deep 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 Scale | Wide commercial field leveling; requires hydraulic remotes. |
Hay BalerHay & Forage | Large Square Baler (3x4 or 4x4)大方捆商用打捆机 (1.2x1.2 m) | Commercial / Field Scale | High-capacity commercial forage harvesting (1000 RPM PTO). |
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 8830.
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 8830 Specification Unit Converter
Convert power, fluid capacities, and operating weights between metric and imperial standards for Ford 8830.
Converted Equivalents:
Horsepower (HP)180 hp
Kilowatts (kW)134.2 kW
Metric Horsepower (PS / CV)182.5 PS
Direct Competitor Comparison
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