Foton 304
The Foton 304 is a tractor produced by Foton. It is equipped with a 136.1 ci 2.2 L engine. The listed engine power is Diesel (listed): 29.6 hp / 22.1 kW. Transmission: 8 forward and 4 reverse. Operating weight: 3935 lbs 1784 kg.
Engine Power
Diesel (listed): 29.6 hp / 22.1 kW
Fuel & Capacities
Diesel
Transmission
8 forward and 4 reverse
Operating Weight
3935 lbs
1784 kg
Overview
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Production | |
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Manufacturer | Foton |
Variants | |
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300 | 2WD |
Foton 304 Engine | |
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2.2L 3-cyl diesel | |
Engine details ... |
Foton 304 Transmission | |
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8-speed | |
Transmission details ... |
Foton 304 Power | |
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Engine | 29.6 hp
22.1 kW |
PTO (claimed) | 27.5 hp
20.5 kW |
Mechanical | |
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Four-wheel drive | |
Wet disc brakes |
Capacity | |
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Hydraulic system | 2.7 gal
10.2 L |
Hydraulics | |
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Capacity | 2.7 gal
10.2 L |
Power Take-off (PTO) | |
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Rear PTO | live |
Rear PTO Type | 540/1000 |
Dimensions & Tires | |
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Wheelbase | 74 inches
187 cm |
Weight | 3935 lbs
1784 kg |
Front tire | 6.50-16 |
Rear tire | 11.2-24 |
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Electrical | |
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Ground | negative |
Battery volts | 12 |
Engine
Engine Detail — 136.1 ci / 2.2 L Diesel
Manufacturer | TY395T |
Fuel Type | Diesel |
Configuration | 3-cylinder, liquid-cooled |
Displacement | 136.1 ci
2.2 L |
Bore/Stroke | 3.74x4.134 inches
95 x 105 mm |
Power | 29.6 hp
22.1 kW |
Compression | 18:1 |
Rated RPM | 2200 |
Torque | 78.2 lb-ft
106.0 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1725 |
Starter volts | 12 |
Oil capacity | 7.4 qts
7.0 L |
Coolant capacity | 8.9 qts
8.4 L |
Transmission
Transmission — 8 forward and 4 reverse
Gears | 8 forward and 4 reverse |
Dimensions
Foton 304 Tires | |
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Ag front | 6.50-16 |
Ag rear | 11.2-24 |
Dimensions | |
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Wheelbase | 74 inches
187 cm |
Length | 138.3 inches
351 cm |
Width | 65 inches
165 cm |
Height | 81.5 inches
207 cm |
Weight | 3935 lbs
1784 kg |
Ground clearance | 9.8 inches
24 cm |
Recommended Implements & Sizing Guide
Engineering recommendations for Foton 304 based on its 29.6 HP power envelope and ASAE agricultural standards.
| Implement & Operation | Recommended Size | Workload Rating | Engineering Notes |
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Moldboard PlowPrimary Tillage | 1 to 2 Bottom (12")1 - 2 铧 (30 cm) | Light Duty | Ideal for garden plots and light sandy soil. |
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. |
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 Foton 304.
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
Foton 304 Specification Unit Converter
Convert power, fluid capacities, and operating weights between metric and imperial standards for Foton 304.
Converted Equivalents:
Horsepower (HP)29.6 hp
Kilowatts (kW)22.1 kW
Metric Horsepower (PS / CV)30 PS
Direct Competitor Comparison
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