J.I. Case 930

The J.I. Case 930 is a tractor produced by J I Case. It is equipped with a 401 ci 6.6 L engine. The listed engine power is 80.65 hp 60.1 kW. Transmission: 6 forward and 1 reverse. Operating weight: 8,850 lbs 4014 kg.

Engine Power
80.65 hp 60.1 kW
Fuel & Capacities
30 gal 113.6 L
Transmission
6 forward and 1 reverse
Operating Weight
8,850 lbs 4014 kg

Overview

J.I. Case 930 tractor photo
1960 - 1969 30 SeriesStandard-tread tractor 30 Series Standard-tread tractor
Production
Manufacturer
J.I. Case
Standard-tread tractor
Built in Racine, Wisconsin, USA
Original price was $6,700 in 1969
The 930 Comfort King (930 CK) was introduced in 1962.
Variants
930
diesel standard
931
diesel general-purpose
940
gas standard
941
gas general-purpose
J.I. Case 930 Engine
J.I. Case 6.6L 6-cyl diesel
Fuel tank
30 gal 113.6 L
48 gal (CK) 181.7 L
Engine details ...
J.I. Case 930 Transmission
6-speed gear
Transmission details ...
J.I. Case 930 Power
Belt (claimed)
83 hp 61.9 kW
Plows
6
Drawbar (tested)
70.93 hp 52.9 kW
PTO (tested)
80.65 hp 60.1 kW
Performance test details ...
Mechanical
Two-wheel drive
Steering
power assist
Differential mechanical dry disc brakes
Open operator station.
Hydraulics
Type
Dual-Control
Valves
1 or 2
Pump flow
15 gpm 56.8 lpm
Power Take-off (PTO)
Rear PTO
independent
Rear PTO Type
540/1000 (1.375)
Dimensions & Tires
Wheelbase
84 inches 213 cm
Weight
8,850 lbs 4014 kg
Front tire
7.50-18
Rear tire
15x34
Full dimensions and tires ...
Belt Pulley
Diameter
11.75 inches 29 cm
Width
8.25 inches 20 cm
RPM
1007
References
930 references literature
1960 Progress Parade of Case Farm Equipment published by J.I. Case
A Complete New Line of Case Plus-Powered Tractors published in 1960, by J.I. Case
1965 Buyers Guide published by J.I. Case
Buyers Guide for '67 published in 1967, by J.I. Case

Engine

Engine Detail — 401 ci / 6.6 L Diesel

Manufacturer
J.I. Case
Fuel Type
Diesel
Configuration
6-cylinder, liquid-cooled
Displacement
401 ci 6.6 L
Bore/Stroke
4.125x5.00 inches 105 x 127 mm
Compression
15.2:1
Rated RPM
1600 (early)
1800 (late)
Firing order
1-5-3-6-2-4
Starter volts
12

Transmission

Transmission — 6 forward and 1 reverse gear

Type
gear
Gears
6 forward and 1 reverse
Clutch
hand-operated disc
930  gear speeds

Dimensions

J.I. Case 930 Tires
Ag front
7.50-18
Ag rear
15x34
Dimensions
Wheelbase
84 inches 213 cm
Length
141 inches 358 cm
Width
84 inches 213 cm
Height (hood)
64.25 inches 163 cm
Operating weight
8,850 lbs 4014 kg
Ballasted weight
15,105 lbs 6851 kg
Front tread
57 inches 144 cm
Rear tread
67.5 inches 171 cm

Tests

Nebraska Tractor Test 741
Diesel 6-speed 2WD April 14 - May 5, 1960 Link: Nebraska Tractor Test 741 file
PTO performance
Power at rated engine speed
80.65 hp 60.1 kW
Fuel use
5.3 gal/hour 20.1 l/hour
Power at rated PTO speed
79.10 hp 59.0 kW
Fuel use
5.2 gal/hour 19.7 l/hour
Drawbar performance
Max power
70.93 hp 52.9 kW
Fuel use
5.4 gal/hour 20.4 l/hour
Gear 3 used for power test.
Max pull
10964 lbs 4973 kg
Gear 1 used for pull test.

Recommended Implements & Sizing Guide

Engineering recommendations for J I Case J.I. Case 930 based on its 80.65 HP power envelope and ASAE agricultural standards.

Implement & OperationRecommended SizeWorkload RatingEngineering Notes
Moldboard PlowPrimary Tillage
3 to 4 Bottom (16")3 - 4 铧 (40 cm)Heavy DutySuitable for medium loam and stubble turnover.
Rotary Cutter / MowerMowing & Clearing
7 to 8 ft (84-96 in)2.1 - 2.4 mHeavy DutyHeavy-duty twin spindle cutter for overgrown acreage.
Rotary TillerSeedbed Prep
78 to 84 in200 - 215 cmHeavy DutyHeavy commercial tiller with multi-speed gearbox.
Disc HarrowSecondary Tillage
10 to 14 ft Tandem / Offset3.0 - 4.2 m 重型交错耙Heavy DutyAggressive residue cutting in corn/cotton stubble.
Hay BalerHay & Forage
4x4 to 4x5 Round Baler1.2x1.5 m 紧凑圆捆机Heavy DutySilage 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 J I Case J.I. Case 930.

Estimated Continuous Field Runtime: 7.2 hrs

Approximately 7.2 hours of continuous field operation at ~75% rated power on a full tank (30 gal / 113.6 L).

Estimated 75% Load Fuel Burn~4.2 gal/hr (15.9 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

J I Case J.I. Case 930 Specification Unit Converter

Convert power, fluid capacities, and operating weights between metric and imperial standards for J I Case J.I. Case 930.

Converted Equivalents:

Horsepower (HP)80.7 hp
Kilowatts (kW)60.1 kW
Metric Horsepower (PS / CV)81.8 PS

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