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John Deere 2630

The John Deere 2630 is a tractor produced by John Deere. It is equipped with a 276 ci 4.5 L engine. The listed engine power is 70.37 hp 52.5 kW. Transmission: Direction Reverser. Operating weight: 5,800 lbs 2630 kg.

Engine Power
70.37 hp 52.5 kW
Fuel & Capacities
19.5 gal 73.8 L
Transmission
Direction Reverser
Operating Weight
5,800 lbs 2630 kg

Overview

John Deere 2630 tractor photo
1974 - 1975 Generation II SeriesUtility tractor Generation II Series Utility tractor
Production
Manufacturer
John Deere
Utility tractor
Built in Dubuque, Iowa, USA
Original price was $11,000 in 1975
John Deere 2630 Engine
John Deere 4.5L 4-cyl diesel
Engine details ...
John Deere 2630 Power
Drawbar (tested)
57.88 hp 43.2 kW
PTO (tested)
70.37 hp 52.5 kW
Performance test details ...
Mechanical
Two-wheel drive
Steering
mechanical with power assist
Differential hydraulic wet disc brakes
Open operator station.
Capacity
Fuel
19.5 gal 73.8 L
Hydraulic system
10 gal 37.9 L
Hydraulics
Type
closed center
Capacity
10 gal 37.9 L
Pressure
2250 psi 155.1 bar
Valves
1
Pump flow
6 gpm (transmission) 22.7 lpm
8.5 gpm (remotes) 32.2 lpm
18.5 gpm (optional) 70.0 lpm
Total flow
14.5 gpm 54.9 lpm
24.5 gpmOptOptional 92.7 lpm
Tractor hitch
Rear Type
II
Power Take-off (PTO)
Rear PTO
independent
Rear PTO Type
540
540/1000 (optional)
Front PTO
optional
Front PTO Type
1000
Dimensions & Tires
Wheelbase
85.75 inches 217 cm
Weight
5,800 lbs 2630 kg
Front tire
6.00-16
Rear tire
16.9-28
Full dimensions and tires ...
Electrical
Ground
negative
Battery volts
12
References
2630 references literature
Operator's Manual 145 Loader (OMW21474)

Engine

Engine Detail — 276 ci / 4.5 L Diesel

Manufacturer
John Deere
Fuel Type
Diesel
Configuration
4-cylinder, liquid-cooled
Displacement
276 ci 4.5 L
Bore/Stroke
4.19x5.00 inches 106 x 127 mm
Rated RPM
2500
Firing order
1-3-4-2
Starter volts
12
Coolant capacity
12 qts 11.4 L

Transmission

Transmission options
8-speed
16-speed partial power shift
8-speed power shuttle

Transmission — 8 forward and 4 reverse

Gears
8 forward and 4 reverse

Transmission — Hi-Lo

Transmission
Hi-Lo
Type
partial power shift
Gears
16 forward and 8 reverse
Clutch
dry disc
Four gears (1-4) in two ranges (I-II) plus reverse. High-low (rabbit/turtle) power shift.

Transmission — Direction Reverser

Transmission
Direction Reverser
Type
power shuttle
Gears
8 forward and reverse
Four gears (1-4) in two ranges (I-II) with dashboard shuttle lever.

Dimensions

John Deere 2630 Tires
Ag front
6.00-16
Ag rear
16.9-28
Dimensions
Wheelbase
85.75 inches 217 cm
Operating weight
5,800 lbs 2630 kg
Ballasted weight
8,430 lbs 3823 kg

Tests

Nebraska Tractor Test 1157
Diesel 16-speed 2WD April 16 - 25, 1974 Link: Nebraska Tractor Test 1157 file
PTO performance
Power at rated engine speed
70.37 hp 52.5 kW
Fuel use
4.9 gal/hour 18.5 l/hour
Power at rated PTO speed
69.02 hp 51.5 kW
Fuel use
4.3 gal/hour 16.3 l/hour
Drawbar performance
Max power
57.88 hp 43.2 kW
Gear 5-Hi used for power test.
Max pull
6,470 lbs 2934 kg
Gear 5-Hi used for pull test.

Recommended Implements & Sizing Guide

Engineering recommendations for John Deere 2630 based on its 70.37 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
7 to 8 ft Tandem Disc2.1 - 2.4 m 对开双排耙Medium DutyField leveling and clod breaking behind plows.
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 John Deere 2630.

Estimated Continuous Field Runtime: 5.3 hrs

Approximately 5.3 hours of continuous field operation at ~75% rated power on a full tank (19.5 gal / 73.8 L).

Estimated 75% Load Fuel Burn~3.7 gal/hr (13.9 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

John Deere 2630 Specification Unit Converter

Convert power, fluid capacities, and operating weights between metric and imperial standards for John Deere 2630.

Converted Equivalents:

Horsepower (HP)70.4 hp
Kilowatts (kW)52.5 kW
Metric Horsepower (PS / CV)71.3 PS

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