Ford-New Holland 3230

The Ford-New Holland 3230 is a tractor produced by Ford New Holland. It is equipped with a 192 ci 3.1 L engine. The listed engine power is Diesel (listed): 37 hp / 27.6 kW. Transmission: 8 forward and 2 reverse. Operating weight: 5,374 lbs 2437 kg.

Engine Power

Diesel (listed): 37 hp / 27.6 kW

Fuel & Capacities

17.3 gal 65.5 L

Transmission

8 forward and 2 reverse

Operating Weight

5,374 lbs (4WD ROPS) 2437 kg

Overview

	1990 - 1994 Utility tractor

Note: the Ford-New Holland model 3230 is the same as the Ford 3230. The following data is from the 3230 listing.

Production
Manufacturer	Ford-New Holland
Utility tractor
Original price was $17,300 in 1994

Ford-New Holland 3230 Engine
Ford 3.1L 3-cyl diesel
Fuel tank	17.3 gal 65.5 L
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Ford-New Holland 3230 Transmission
8-speed
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Ford-New Holland 3230 Power
Engine	37 hp 27.6 kW
PTO (claimed)	32 hp 23.9 kW
Drawbar (tested)	26.03 hp 19.4 kW
PTO (tested)	32.33 hp 24.1 kW
Performance test details ...

Mechanical
Two- or four-wheel drive
Steering	hydrostatic power
Two-post ROPS.

Hydraulics
Type	open center
	closed center (optional)
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 gpm (optional) 48.4 lpm
Steering flow	3.6 gpm 13.6 lpm

Tractor hitch
Rear Type	2/1
Control	position control with top link draft sensing
Rear lift	3,080 lbs 1397 kg

Power Take-off (PTO)
Rear PTO	independent
Rear PTO Type	540

Dimensions & Tires
2WD Wheelbase	84.5 inches 214 cm
4WD Wheelbase	84.1 inches 213 cm
Weight	5,374 lbs 2437 kg
Front tire	6.00-16
Rear tire	12.4-28
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Electrical
Ground	negative
Charging system	alternator
Charging amps	55
Battery CCA	800
Battery volts	12

Engine

Note: the Ford-New Holland model 3230 is the same as the Ford 3230. The following data is from the 3230 listing.

Engine Detail — 192 ci / 3.1 L Diesel

Manufacturer	Ford
Fuel Type	Diesel
Configuration	3-cylinder, liquid-cooled
Displacement	192 ci 3.1 L
Bore/Stroke	4.40x4.20 inches 112 x 107 mm
Power	37 hp 27.6 kW
Compression	16.3:1
Rated RPM	2000
Starter volts	12
Coolant capacity	11 qts 10.4 L

Transmission

Note: the Ford-New Holland model 3230 is the same as the Ford 3230. The following data is from the 3230 listing.

Transmission — 8 forward and 2 reverse

Gears	8 forward and 2 reverse
Clutch	dry disc

Dimensions

Note: the Ford-New Holland model 3230 is the same as the Ford 3230. The following data is from the 3230 listing.

Ford-New Holland 3230 Tires
Ag front	6.00-16
Ag rear	12.4-28

Dimensions
2WD Wheelbase	84.5 inches 214 cm
4WD Wheelbase	84.1 inches 213 cm
Length	137 inches 347 cm
Height (ROPS)	90.9 inches 230 cm
Operating weight	5,374 lbs (4WD ROPS) 2437 kg

Tests

Note: the Ford-New Holland model 3230 is the same as the Ford 3230. The following data is from the 3230 listing.

OCED Tractor Test 1642
Diesel 8x2 speed 4WD April 9 - 25, 1991 Link: OCED Tractor Test 1642 file
PTO performance
Power at rated engine speed	32.33 hp 24.1 kW
Fuel use	2.1 gal/hour 7.9 l/hour
Power at rated PTO speed	30.99 hp 23.1 kW
Fuel use	2.0 gal/hour 7.6 l/hour
Drawbar performance
Max power	26.03 hp 19.4 kW
Fuel use	2.1 gal/hour 7.9 l/hour
Gear 1H used for power test.
Max pull	4,275 lbs 1939 kg
Gear 2L used for pull test.

Attachments

Note: the Ford-New Holland model 3230 is the same as the Ford 3230. The following data is from the 3230 listing.

Attachment overview
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Recommended Implements & Sizing Guide

Engineering recommendations for Ford New Holland Ford-New Holland 3230 based on its 37 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	5 ft (60 in)1.5 m	Medium Duty	Pasture maintenance and weeds up to 1.5" diameter.
Rotary TillerSeedbed Prep	54 to 60 in135 - 150 cm	Medium Duty	Thorough seedbed preparation in orchards and vegetable plots.
Disc HarrowSecondary Tillage	5 to 6 ft (16-18" discs)1.5 - 1.8 m (40-45 cm 耙片)	Light Duty	Small acreage soil break-up and secondary aeration.
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 New Holland Ford-New Holland 3230.

Estimated Continuous Field Runtime: 9 hrs

Approximately 9 hours of continuous field operation at ~75% rated power on a full tank (17.3 gal / 65.5 L).

Estimated 75% Load Fuel Burn~1.9 gal/hr (7.3 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 New Holland Ford-New Holland 3230 Specification Unit Converter

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Horsepower (HP)37 hp

Kilowatts (kW)27.6 kW

Metric Horsepower (PS / CV)37.5 PS

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