Foton 704
The Foton 704 is a tractor produced by Foton. It is equipped with a 264.2 ci 4.3 L engine. The listed engine power is Diesel (listed): 69.1 hp / 51.5 kW. Transmission: 8 forward and 4 reverse. Operating weight: 7,617 lbs (cab) 3455 kg.
Engine Power
Diesel (listed): 69.1 hp / 51.5 kW
Fuel & Capacities
20.6 gal
78.0 L
Transmission
8 forward and 4 reverse
Operating Weight
7,617 lbs (cab)
3455 kg
Overview
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Production | |
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Manufacturer | Foton |
Variants | |
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700 | 2WD |
Foton 704 Engine | |
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4.3L 4-cyl diesel | |
Engine details ...  |
Foton 704 Transmission | |
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8-speed | |
Transmission details ...  |
Foton 704 Power | |
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Engine | 69.1 hp
51.5 kW |
PTO (claimed) | 64.9 hp
48.4 kW |
Mechanical | |
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Four-wheel drive | |
Steering | power |
Disc brakes | |
Capacity | |
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Fuel | 20.6 gal
78.0 L |
Hydraulic system | 4.5 gal
17.0 L |
Hydraulics | |
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Type | open |
Capacity | 4.5 gal
17.0 L |
Tractor hitch | |
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Rear Type | I,II |
Rear lift (at 24"/610mm) | 2,698 lbs
1223 kg |
Power Take-off (PTO) | |
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Rear PTO Type | 540 |
Dimensions & Tires | |
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Wheelbase | 87.2 inches
221 cm |
Weight | 7,617 lbs
3455 kg |
Front tire | 8.30-24 |
Rear tire | 16.9-28 |
Full dimensions and tires ...  | |
Electrical | |
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Ground | negative |
Charging amps | 35.7 |
Battery volts | 12 |
Engine
Engine Detail — 264.2 ci / 4.3 L Diesel
Manufacturer | LRC4105T70 |
Fuel Type | Diesel |
Configuration | 4-cylinder, liquid-cooled |
Displacement | 264.2 ci
4.3 L |
Bore/Stroke | 4.134x4.921 inches
105 x 125 mm |
Power | 69.1 hp
51.5 kW |
Compression | 17:1 |
Rated RPM | 2200 |
Torque | 189.6 lb-ft
257.1 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 |
Oil capacity | 10.6 qts
10.0 L |
Coolant capacity | 14.8 qts
14.0 L |
Transmission
Transmission — 8 forward and 2 reverse
Gears | 8 forward and 2 reverse |
Transmission — 8 forward and 4 reverse
Gears | 8 forward and 4 reverse |
Dimensions
Foton 704 Tires | |
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Ag front | 8.30-24 |
Ag rear | 16.9-28 |
Dimensions | |
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Wheelbase | 87.2 inches
221 cm |
Length | 161.4 inches
409 cm |
Width | 75.9 inches
192 cm |
Height | 107.5 inches
273 cm |
Weight | 7,617 lbs (cab)
3455 kg |
Photos
Foton 704 tractor photo
Recommended Implements & Sizing Guide
Engineering recommendations for Foton 704 based on its 69.1 HP power envelope and ASAE agricultural standards.
| Implement & Operation | Recommended Size | Workload Rating | Engineering Notes |
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Moldboard PlowPrimary Tillage | 3 to 4 Bottom (16")3 - 4 铧 (40 cm) | Heavy Duty | Suitable for medium loam and stubble turnover. |
Rotary Cutter / MowerMowing & Clearing | 7 to 8 ft (84-96 in)2.1 - 2.4 m | Heavy Duty | Heavy-duty twin spindle cutter for overgrown acreage. |
Rotary TillerSeedbed Prep | 78 to 84 in200 - 215 cm | Heavy Duty | Heavy commercial tiller with multi-speed gearbox. |
Disc HarrowSecondary Tillage | 7 to 8 ft Tandem Disc2.1 - 2.4 m 对开双排耙 | Medium Duty | Field leveling and clod breaking behind plows. |
Hay BalerHay & Forage | 4x4 to 4x5 Round Baler1.2x1.5 m 紧凑圆捆机 | Heavy Duty | Silage and dry hay; 540 RPM PTO with slip-clutch. |
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 704.
Estimated Continuous Field Runtime: 5.7 hrs
Approximately 5.7 hours of continuous field operation at ~75% rated power on a full tank (20.6 gal / 78 L).
Estimated 75% Load Fuel Burn~3.6 gal/hr (13.6 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
Foton 704 Specification Unit Converter
Convert power, fluid capacities, and operating weights between metric and imperial standards for Foton 704.
Converted Equivalents:
Horsepower (HP)69.1 hp
Kilowatts (kW)51.5 kW
Metric Horsepower (PS / CV)70.1 PS
Direct Competitor Comparison
Compare Foton 704 against same-era industry alternatives in the same horsepower class.
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Engine Power:Diesel (listed): 69.1 hp / 51.5 kW
★ Baseline Reference
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Engine Power:62.5
Production Years:1963 - 1968