John Deere 1830
The John Deere 1830 is a tractor produced by John Deere. It is equipped with a 219 ci 3.6 L engine. The listed engine power is Diesel (listed): 68 hp / 50.7 kW. Transmission: Hi-Lo. Operating weight: 5600 lbs 2540 kg.
Engine Power
Diesel (listed): 68 hp / 50.7 kW
Fuel & Capacities
19.8 gal
74.9 L
Transmission
Hi-Lo
Operating Weight
5600 lbs
2540 kg
Overview
 | 1973 - 1979
Utility tractor |
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Production | |
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Manufacturer | John Deere |
Utility tractor | |
Built in Mannheim, Baden-Württemberg, Germany | |
The John Deere model 1830 was the designation for model 2030 tractors built in Mannheim that were exported to Canada. The name change to 1830 was done to avoid confusion with the model 2030 built in Dubuque. | |
John Deere 1830 Engine | |
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John Deere 3.6L 4-cyl diesel | |
Fuel tank | 19.8 gal
74.9 L |
Engine details ...  | |
John Deere 1830 Power | |
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Engine | 68 hp
50.7 kW |
PTO (claimed) | 60 hp
44.7 kW |
Mechanical | |
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Two- or four-wheel drive | |
Final drives | planetary |
Differential lock | mechanical rear |
Power steering | |
Hydraulic wet disc brakes | |
Open operator station. | |
Hydraulics | |
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Type | closed center |
Pressure | 2250 psi
155.1 bar |
Tractor hitch | |
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Rear Type | II/I |
Control | position control and lower-link draft sensing |
Rear lift | 3150 lbs
1428 kg |
Power Take-off (PTO) | |
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Rear PTO | independent |
Rear PTO Type | 540 (1.375) |
540/1000 (1.375)OptOptional | |
Engine RPM | 540@2100 |
1000@2100 | |
Dimensions & Tires | |
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2WD Wheelbase | 85.8 inches
217 cm |
4WD Wheelbase | 84.6 inches
214 cm |
Weight | 5600 lbs
2540 kg |
Front tire | 7.50-16 |
Rear tire | 15.5-38 |
Full dimensions and tires ...  | |
Electrical | |
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Ground | negative |
Charging system | alternator |
Charging amps | 28 |
Batteries | 2 |
Battery volts | 12 |
References | |
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Operator's Manual 145 Loader (OMW21474) | |
Tractors 40 to 80 hp published in 1978, by John Deere |
Engine
Engine Detail — 219 ci / 3.6 L Diesel
Manufacturer | John Deere |
Fuel Type | Diesel |
Configuration | 4-cylinder, liquid-cooled |
Displacement | 219 ci
3.6 L |
Bore/Stroke | 4.02x4.33 inches
102 x 110 mm |
Power | 68 hp
50.7 kW |
Air cleaner | dry |
Compression | 16.8:1 |
Rated RPM | 2500 |
Idle RPM | 650-2660 |
Torque | 163 lb-ft
221.0 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 |
Firing order | 1-3-4-2 |
Starter | electric |
Starter volts | 12 |
Oil capacity | 9 qts
8.5 L |
Coolant capacity | 12 qts
11.4 L |
Intake valve clearance | 0.015 inches
0.381 mm |
Exhaust valve clearance | 0.018 inches
0.457 mm |
Transmission
Transmission options | |
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8-speed gear | |
16-speed two-speed power shift |
Transmission — 8 forward and 4 reverse gear
Type | gear |
Gears | 8 forward and 4 reverse |
Clutch | dry disc |
With 16.9-30 rear tires. | |
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Transmission — Hi-Lo
Transmission | Hi-Lo |
Type | two-speed power shift |
Gears | 16 forward and 8 reverse |
With 16.9-30 rear tires. | |
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Dimensions
John Deere 1830 Tires | |
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Ag front | 7.50-16 |
Ag rear | 15.5-38 |
Ag rear | 16.9-30 |
Dimensions | |
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2WD Wheelbase | 85.8 inches
217 cm |
4WD Wheelbase | 84.6 inches
214 cm |
Length | 141.7 inches
359 cm |
Width | 76.4 inches
194 cm |
Weight | 5600 lbs
2540 kg |
John Deere 1830 Height | |
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Hood | 60.2 inches
152 cm |
ROPS | 102.8 inches
261 cm |
Exhaust | 87.5 inches
222 cm |
Recommended Implements & Sizing Guide
Engineering recommendations for John Deere 1830 based on its 68 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 John Deere 1830.
Estimated Continuous Field Runtime: 5.6 hrs
Approximately 5.6 hours of continuous field operation at ~75% rated power on a full tank (19.8 gal / 75 L).
Estimated 75% Load Fuel Burn~3.5 gal/hr (13.4 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
John Deere 1830 Specification Unit Converter
Convert power, fluid capacities, and operating weights between metric and imperial standards for John Deere 1830.
Converted Equivalents:
Horsepower (HP)68 hp
Kilowatts (kW)50.7 kW
Metric Horsepower (PS / CV)68.9 PS
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