Foton 404
The Foton 404 is a tractor produced by Foton. It is equipped with a 174.3 ci 2.9 L engine. The listed engine power is Diesel (listed): 39.4 hp / 29.4 kW. Transmission: 8 forward and 3 reverse. Operating weight: 4,233 lbs 1920 kg.
Engine Power
Diesel (listed): 39.4 hp / 29.4 kW
Fuel & Capacities
Diesel
Transmission
8 forward and 3 reverse
Operating Weight
4,233 lbs
1920 kg
Overview
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Production | |
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Manufacturer | Foton |
Variants | |
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400 | 2WD |
Foton 404 Engine | |
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2.9L 3-cyl diesel | |
Engine details ... |
Foton 404 Transmission | |
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8-speed | |
Transmission details ... |
Foton 404 Power | |
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Engine | 39.4 hp
29.4 kW |
PTO (claimed) | 36.5 hp
27.2 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 | 75.8 inches
192 cm |
Weight | 4,233 lbs
1920 kg |
Front tire | 6.00-16 |
Rear tire | 12.4-28 |
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Electrical | |
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Ground | negative |
Battery volts | 12 |
Engine
Engine Detail — 174.3 ci / 2.9 L Diesel
Manufacturer | SL3105BT |
Fuel Type | Diesel |
Configuration | 3-cylinder, liquid-cooled |
Displacement | 174.3 ci
2.9 L |
Bore/Stroke | 4.134x4.331 inches
105 x 110 mm |
Power | 39.4 hp
29.4 kW |
Compression | 17:1 |
Rated RPM | 2200 |
Torque | 108 lb-ft
146.4 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1650 |
Starter volts | 12 |
Oil capacity | 7.4 qts
7.0 L |
Coolant capacity | 8.9 qts
8.4 L |
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Transmission
Transmission — 8 forward and 3 reverse
Gears | 8 forward and 3 reverse |
Dimensions
Foton 404 Tires | |
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Ag front | 6.00-16 |
Ag rear | 12.4-28 |
Dimensions | |
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Wheelbase | 75.8 inches
192 cm |
Length | 138.3 inches
351 cm |
Width | 68.9 inches
175 cm |
Height | 83.7 inches
212 cm |
Weight | 4,233 lbs
1920 kg |
Ground clearance | 15.8 inches
40 cm |
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Recommended Implements & Sizing Guide
Engineering recommendations for Foton 404 based on its 39.4 HP power envelope and ASAE agricultural standards.
| Implement & Operation | Recommended Size | Workload Rating | Engineering Notes |
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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 Foton 404.
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 404 Specification Unit Converter
Convert power, fluid capacities, and operating weights between metric and imperial standards for Foton 404.
Converted Equivalents:
Horsepower (HP)39.4 hp
Kilowatts (kW)29.4 kW
Metric Horsepower (PS / CV)39.9 PS
Direct Competitor Comparison
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