John Deere 1630VU

The John Deere 1630VU is a tractor produced by John Deere. It is equipped with a 179.4 ci 2.9 L engine. The listed engine power is Diesel (listed): 55 hp / 41.0 kW. Transmission: 8 forward and 4 reverse.

Engine Power

Diesel (listed): 55 hp / 41.0 kW

Fuel & Capacities

11.1 gal 42.0 L

Transmission

8 forward and 4 reverse

Overview

	1974 - 1979 Orchard/Vineyard tractor

Production
Manufacturer	John Deere
Orchard/Vineyard tractor
Built in Getafe, Spain

John Deere 1630VU Engine
John Deere 2.9L 3-cyl diesel
Engine details ...

John Deere 1630VU Transmission
8-speed
Transmission details ...

John Deere 1630VU Power
Engine	55 hp 41.0 kW

Mechanical
Two-wheel drive
Final drives	planetary
Manual steering
Hydraulic wet disc brakes
Two-post mid-mount ROPS.

Capacity
Fuel	11.1 gal 42.0 L
Hydraulic system	10.2 gal 38.6 L

Hydraulics
Type	open center
Capacity	10.2 gal 38.6 L

Tractor hitch
Rear Type	I
Control	position and draft control

Power Take-off (PTO)
Rear PTO	indepedent
Rear PTO Type	540 (1.375)

Dimensions & Tires
Wheelbase	63 inches 160 cm
Front tire	5.00x15
Rear tire	9.5x24
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References

Tracteurs "Vergers" et "Vignerons" published in 1976, by John Deere

Engine

Engine Detail — 179.4 ci / 2.9 L Diesel

Manufacturer	John Deere
Fuel Type	Diesel
Configuration	3-cylinder, liquid-cooled
Displacement	179.4 ci 2.9 L
Bore/Stroke	4.19x4.33 inches 106 x 110 mm
Power	55 hp 41.0 kW
Air cleaner	dry
Rated RPM	2500
Operating RPM	1400-2500
Starter	electric
Starter volts	12
Oil capacity	6.3 qts 6.0 L
Coolant capacity	10.6 qts 10.0 L

Transmission

Transmission — 8 forward and 4 reverse

Gears	8 forward and 4 reverse
Clutch	dry disc
Oil capacity	40.7 qts 38.5 L

Dimensions

John Deere 1630VU Tires
Ag front	5.00x15
	5.50x16
Ag rear	9.5x24
	11.2x24
	11.2x28
	8.3x28
	9.5x28

Dimensions
Wheelbase	63 inches 160 cm
Length	100 inches 254 cm
Width	42.1 inches 106 cm
Height (hood)	46.9 inches 119 cm
Ground clearance	14.6 inches 37 cm

Recommended Implements & Sizing Guide

Engineering recommendations for John Deere 1630VU based on its 55 HP power envelope and ASAE agricultural standards.

Implement & Operation	Recommended Size	Workload Rating	Engineering Notes
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	6 ft (72 in)1.8 m	Medium Duty	Medium pasture clearing; rear slip-clutch recommended.
Rotary TillerSeedbed Prep	66 to 72 in165 - 180 cm	Medium Duty	Standard utility tiller; slip clutch protection required.
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	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 John Deere 1630VU.

Estimated Continuous Field Runtime: 3.9 hrs

Approximately 3.9 hours of continuous field operation at ~75% rated power on a full tank (11.1 gal / 42 L).

Estimated 75% Load Fuel Burn~2.9 gal/hr (10.8 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