john deere 4230
 | 1973 - 1977
Generation II SeriesRow-Crop tractor | 1973 - 1977 | Generation II Series | Row-Crop tractor |
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1973 - 1977 | ||||
Generation II Series | ||||
Row-Crop tractor | ||||
1973 - 1977 | |
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Generation II Series | |
Row-Crop tractor |
Production | |
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Manufacturer | John Deere |
Row-Crop tractor | |
Built in Waterloo, Iowa, USA | |
Total built | 33 (gasoline) |
| 90 (Low-Profile) |
The John Deere 4230 was the Generation II replacement for the popular 4020. A row-crop tricycle front-end was an option on the 4230. Along with the smaller 4030, this was the final tractor from the Deere's Waterloo factory to have a tricycle option. | |
Variants | |
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4230 | row-crop |
4230 Hi-Crop | high clearance |
4230 LP | low-profile |
John Deere 4230 Engines | |
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John Deere 6.6L 6-cyl diesel | |
John Deere 5.9L 6-cyl gasoline | |
Engine details ...  |
John Deere 4230 Transmissions | |
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8-speed partially synchronized | |
16-speed partial power shift | |
8-speed full power shift | |
13-speed creeper | |
Transmission details ...  |
John Deere 4230 Power | |
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PTO (claimed) | 100 hp
74.6 kW |
Drawbar (tested) | 83.95 hp
62.6 kW |
PTO (tested) | 100.32 hp
74.8 kW |
Performance test details ...  | |
Mechanical | |
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Drive | 4x2 2WD |
| 4x4 HFWD 4WD |
Final drives | planetary |
Differential lock | hydro-mechanical rear |
Power steering | |
Differential hydraulic wet disc brakes | |
Open operator station. Four-post Roll-Gard ROPS optional. Sound-Gard cab with air-conditioning optional. | |
Photos | |
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John Deere 4230 photos...  |
Capacity | |
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Fuel | 37 gal
140.0 L |
Hydraulic system | 16 gal
60.6 L |
Hydraulics | |
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Type | closed center |
Capacity | 16 gal
60.6 L |
Valves | 1 to 3 |
Tractor hitch | |
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Rear Type | II |
Power Take-off (PTO) | |
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Rear PTO | independent |
Rear PTO Type | 540/1000 (1.375) |
Dimensions & Tires | |
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Wheelbase | 104 inches
264 cm |
Weight | 8100 to 10800 pounds |
Front tire | 9.5L-15 |
Rear tire | 18.4-34 |
Full dimensions and tires ...  | |
John Deere 4230 attachments | |
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front-end loader | |
Attachment details ...  |
4230 Serial Number Location | |
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Serial number plate on the rear of the John Deere 4230, above the PTO shaft. |
4230 Serial Numbers | |
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1973 | 1000 |
1974 | 13000 |
1975 | 22074 |
1976 | 28957 |
1977 | 35588 |
Final | 42331 |
FAQ: How to read a serial number table. | |
Electrical | |
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Ground | negative |
Charging system | alternator |
Batteries | 2 |
Battery volts | 6 |
References | |
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4230-4430-4630 published in 1974, by John Deere | |
Tractors 80 to 150 hp published in 1975, by John Deere | |
Making you next tractor a John Deere has traditionally been a good investment published in 1975 | |
Product Information Manual published in 1975, by John Deere |
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