Ford-New Holland 8630

The Ford-New Holland 8630 is a tractor produced by Ford New Holland. It is equipped with a 401 ci 6.6 L engine. The listed engine power is 121.25 hp 90.4 kW. Transmission: Constant mesh. Operating weight: 11435 to 13960 pounds.

Engine Power

121.25 hp 90.4 kW

Fuel & Capacities

33 gal 124.9 L

Transmission

Constant mesh

Operating Weight

11435 to 13960 pounds

Overview

	1990 - 1993 Row-Crop tractor

Note: the Ford-New Holland model 8630 is the same as the Ford 8630. The following data is from the 8630 listing.

Production
Manufacturer	Ford-New Holland
Row-Crop tractor
Built in Antwerp, Belgium
Original price was $52,500 in 1993

Ford-New Holland 8630 Engine
Ford 6.6L 6-cyl diesel
Engine details ...

Ford-New Holland 8630 Power
PTO (claimed)	121 hp 90.2 kW
Drawbar (tested)	105.76 hp 78.9 kW
PTO (tested)	121.25 hp 90.4 kW
Performance test details ...

Mechanical
Two- or four-wheel drive
Power steering
Power disc brakes
optional cab with heat and A/C

Capacity
Fuel	33 gal 124.9 L
	24.5 gal (auxiliary tank) 92.7 L
Steering	2 qts 1.9 L

Hydraulics
Type	open center
Pressure	2500 psi 172.4 bar
Pump flow	20 gpm 75.7 lpm
	28.6 gpm (dual pumps) 108.3 lpm
SCV flow	16.9 gpm 64.0 lpm
	19 gpm (dual pumps) 71.9 lpm
Steering cap.	2 qts 1.9 L
Steering press.	2025 psi 139.6 bar

Tractor hitch
Rear Type	3/2
Control	position and draft control

Power Take-off (PTO)
Rear PTO	independent
Rear PTO Type	540/1000

Dimensions & Tires
Wheelbase	105 inches 266 cm
Weight	11435 to 13960 pounds
Front tire	11.00-16
Rear tire	18.4/15-38
Full dimensions and tires ...

Electrical
Charging system	alternator
Charging amps	90
Battery volts	12

Engine

Note: the Ford-New Holland model 8630 is the same as the Ford 8630. The following data is from the 8630 listing.

Engine Detail — 401 ci / 6.6 L Diesel

Manufacturer	Ford
Configuration	turbocharged diesel, 6-cylinder, liquid-cooled
Displacement	401 ci 6.6 L
Bore/Stroke	4.40x4.40 inches 112 x 112 mm
Compression	15.6:1
Rated RPM	2200
Firing order	1-5-3-6-2-4
Coolant capacity	22 qts 20.8 L
	23.6 qts (with heater) 22.3 L
Intake valve clearance	0.014-0.016 inches (cold) 0.356 mm
Exhaust valve clearance	0.017-0.019 inches (cold) 0.432 mm
Oil capacity	19.6 qts 18.5 L

Transmission

Note: the Ford-New Holland model 8630 is the same as the Ford 8630. The following data is from the 8630 listing.

Transmission options
18-speed
16-speed
8-speed

Transmission — Funk Ultra Command

Transmission	Funk Ultra Command
Gears	18 forward and 9 reverse
Oil capacity	100.4 qts 95.0 L
The Ford Ultra Command Powershift allows on-the-move shifting between gears, and shuttle shifting, without a clutch. A single lever controls the transmission; moving it to the left shifts down, to the right shifts up. Pushing forward increases forward throttle while pulling it back moves the tractor in reverse. An inching pedal is used for precise movements.
18.4/15-38 rear tires.

Transmission — Dual Power - constant mesh

Transmission	Dual Power - constant mesh
Gears	16 forward and 4 reverse
Oil capacity	80 qts (2WD) 75.7 L
	85.5 qts (4WD) 80.9 L
The Dual Power transmission provides a 'Powerdrive' low range to the basic constant mesh transmission. A foot switch next to the clutch is used to engage and disengage the mode, and may be switched while the tractor is in motion. A "rabbit" or "turtle" display light on the instrument panel indicates which mode the transmission is selected.
18.4/15-38 rear tires.

Transmission — Constant mesh

Transmission	Constant mesh
Gears	8 forward and 2 reverse
Oil capacity	72.8 qts (2WD) 68.9 L
	87.3 qts (4WD) 82.6 L
Tranmission is operated with two levers and the clutch pedal. Left lever selects high, low, or the optional creeper range. Right lever selects one of four forward gears, or reverse. Tractor must be stopped to make gear or range changes.
18.4/15-38 rear tires.

Dimensions

Note: the Ford-New Holland model 8630 is the same as the Ford 8630. The following data is from the 8630 listing.

Ford-New Holland 8630 Tires
Ag front	11.00-16 (2WD)
	14.9/13-28 (4WD)
Ag rear	18.4/15-38

Dimensions
Wheelbase	105 inches 266 cm
Length	172 inches 436 cm
Width	82 inches 208 cm
Ground clearance	16.4 inches 41 cm

Ford-New Holland 8630 Weight
	11,435 lbs (2WD) 5186 kg
	12,035 lbs (2WD cab) 5459 kg
	12,640 lbs (4WD) 5733 kg
	13,240 lbs (4WD cab) 6005 kg
	13,960 lbs (4WD cab Powershift) 6332 kg

Ford-New Holland 8630 Height
ROPS	115 inches 292 cm
Cab	113.8 inches 289 cm
Exhaust	124.6 inches 316 cm

Tests

Note: the Ford-New Holland model 8630 is the same as the Ford 8630. The following data is from the 8630 listing.

Nebraska Tractor Test 1536
Diesel 16-speed 4WD September 10 - 18, 1984 Link: Nebraska Tractor Test 1536 file
PTO performance
Power at rated engine speed	121.25 hp 90.4 kW
Fuel use	7.6 gal/hour 28.8 l/hour
Power at rated PTO speed	115.58 hp 86.2 kW
Fuel use	1.0 gal/hour 3.8 l/hour
Drawbar performance
Max power	105.76 hp 78.9 kW
Fuel use	7.6 gal/hour 28.8 l/hour
Gear 5L used for power test.
Max pull	15,939 lbs 7229 kg
Gear 1H used for pull test.

Attachments

Note: the Ford-New Holland model 8630 is the same as the Ford 8630. The following data is from the 8630 listing.

Recommended Implements & Sizing Guide

Engineering recommendations for Ford New Holland Ford-New Holland 8630 based on its 121.25 HP power envelope and ASAE agricultural standards.

Implement & Operation	Recommended Size	Workload Rating	Engineering Notes
Moldboard PlowPrimary Tillage	4 to 5 Bottom (16-18")4 - 5 铧 (40-45 cm)	Heavy Duty	Heavy primary tillage; semi-mounted hitch recommended.
Rotary Cutter / MowerMowing & Clearing	10 to 12 ft Flex-Wing3.0 - 3.6 m 折叠双翼	Heavy Duty	Wide swath pasture and crop residue shredding.
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	5x6 Round Baler or 3x3 Mid Square1.5x1.8 m 大圆捆或中型方捆机	Heavy Duty	High density baling; requires minimum 85 PTO HP.

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 8630.

Estimated Continuous Field Runtime: 5.2 hrs

Approximately 5.2 hours of continuous field operation at ~75% rated power on a full tank (33 gal / 124.9 L).

Estimated 75% Load Fuel Burn~6.3 gal/hr (23.9 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 8630 Specification Unit Converter

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Horsepower (HP)121.3 hp

Kilowatts (kW)90.4 kW

Metric Horsepower (PS / CV)122.9 PS

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