John Deere 2330
The John Deere 2330 is a tractor produced by John Deere. It is equipped with a 164.5 ci 2.7 L engine. The listed engine power is Diesel (listed): 52.5 hp / 39.1 kW. Transmission: 8 forward and 4 reverse. Operating weight: 6750 lbs 3061 kg.
Engine Power
Diesel (listed): 52.5 hp / 39.1 kW
Fuel & Capacities
25.1 gal
95.0 L
Transmission
8 forward and 4 reverse
Operating Weight
6750 lbs
3061 kg
Overview
 | 1975 - 1980
Orchard/Vineyard tractor |
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Production | |
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Manufacturer | John Deere |
Orchard/Vineyard tractor | |
Built in Rosario, Argentina | |
John Deere 2330 Engine | |
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John Deere 2.7L 3-cyl diesel | |
Engine details ...  |
John Deere 2330 Transmission | |
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8-speed | |
Transmission details ...  |
John Deere 2330 Power | |
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Engine | 52.5 hp
39.1 kW |
PTO (claimed) | 47.1 hp
35.1 kW |
Mechanical | |
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Two-wheel drive | |
Manual steering | |
Hydraulic wet disc brakes | |
Open operator station. |
Capacity | |
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Fuel | 25.1 gal
95.0 L |
Hydraulic system | 10 gal
37.9 L |
Hydraulics | |
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Type | open center |
Capacity | 10 gal
37.9 L |
Tractor hitch | |
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Rear Type | I |
Power Take-off (PTO) | |
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Rear PTO | continuous |
Rear PTO Type | 540 |
Dimensions & Tires | |
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Wheelbase | 71.7 inches
182 cm |
Weight | 6750 lbs
3061 kg |
Front tire | 5.50x15 |
Rear tire | 13.6x24 |
Full dimensions and tires ...  | |
Electrical | |
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Charging system | alternator |
Charging amps | 28 |
Battery volts | 12 |
Battery AH | 70 |
Engine
Engine Detail — 164.5 ci / 2.7 L Diesel
Manufacturer | John Deere |
Fuel Type | Diesel |
Configuration | 3-cylinder, liquid-cooled |
Displacement | 164.5 ci
2.7 L |
Bore/Stroke | 4.016x4.331 inches
102 x 110 mm |
Power | 52.5 hp
39.1 kW |
Compression | 16.7:1 |
Rated RPM | 2500 |
Starter volts | 12 |
Oil capacity | 6 qts
5.7 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 |
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Dimensions
John Deere 2330 Tires | |
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Ag front | 5.50x15 |
Ag rear | 13.6x24 |
Dimensions | |
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Wheelbase | 71.7 inches
182 cm |
Length | 119.3 inches
303 cm |
Width | 98.4 inches*Minimum width
249 cm |
Height (steering wheel) | 55.5 inches
140 cm |
Height (hood) | 54.7 inches
138 cm |
Shipping weight | 6750 lbs
3061 kg |
Ground clearance | 9.8 inches
24 cm |
Recommended Implements & Sizing Guide
Engineering recommendations for John Deere 2330 based on its 52.5 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 | 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 2330.
Estimated Continuous Field Runtime: 9.2 hrs
Approximately 9.2 hours of continuous field operation at ~75% rated power on a full tank (25.1 gal / 95 L).
Estimated 75% Load Fuel Burn~2.7 gal/hr (10.3 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 2330 Specification Unit Converter
Convert power, fluid capacities, and operating weights between metric and imperial standards for John Deere 2330.
Converted Equivalents:
Horsepower (HP)52.5 hp
Kilowatts (kW)39.1 kW
Metric Horsepower (PS / CV)53.2 PS
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