John Deere 4730
The John Deere 4730 is a tractor produced by John Deere. It is equipped with a 466 ci 7.6 L engine. The rated power output is 117 hp 87.2 kW. Transmission: Power Shift. Operating weight: 10900 lbs 4944 kg.
Engine Power
117 hp
87.2 kW
Fuel & Capacities
46 gal
174.1 L
Transmission
Power Shift
Operating Weight
10900 lbs
4944 kg
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Overview
![]() | 1977 - 1981
Row-Crop tractor |
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1977 - 1981 | |
Row-Crop tractor | |
Production | |
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Manufacturer | John Deere |
Row-Crop tractor | |
Built in Waterloo, Iowa, USA | |
The John Deere 4730 was the same as the model 4240, exported to Argentina from the United States. | |
John Deere 4730 Engine | |
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John Deere 7.6L 6-cyl diesel | |
Fuel tank | 46 gal
174.1 L |
Engine details ... | |
John Deere 4730 Power | |
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Engine | 117 hp
87.2 kW |
PTO (claimed) | 110 hp
82.0 kW |
Mechanical | |
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Two-wheel drive | |
Power steering | |
Sound Gard cab with air-conditioning optional. |
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 | 105.7 inches
268 cm |
Weight | 10900 lbs
4944 kg |
Front tire | 10.00-16 |
Rear tire | 18.4-38 |
Full dimensions and tires ... | |
Electrical | |
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Ground | negative |
Charging system | alternator |
Charging amps | 61 (open) |
72 (cab) | |
Batteries | 2 |
Battery volts | 6 |
Battery Group | 5D |
References | |
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John Deere 4430 Tractor (OM-R65532 A7) published in 1976 |
Engine
Engine Detail — 466 ci / 7.6 L Diesel
Manufacturer | John Deere |
Fuel Type | Diesel |
Configuration | 6-cylinder, liquid-cooled |
Displacement | 466 ci
7.6 L |
Bore/Stroke | 4.56x4.75 inches
116 x 121 mm |
Power | 117 hp
87.2 kW |
Compression | 17:1 |
Rated RPM | 2200 |
Idle RPM | 800-2200 |
Firing order | 1-5-3-6-2-4 |
Starter | electric |
Starter volts | 12 |
Oil capacity | 16 qts
15.1 L |
Coolant capacity | 30 qts
28.4 L |
Transmission
Transmission options | |
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8-speed partially synchronized | |
16-speed partial power shift | |
8-speed full power shift |
Transmission — Syncro-Range
Transmission | Syncro-Range |
Type | partially synchronized |
Gears | 8 forward and 2 reverse |
With 18.4-38 rear tires. | |
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Transmission — Quad-Range
Transmission | Quad-Range |
Type | partial power shift |
Gears | 16 forward and 6 reverse |
With 18.4-38 rear tires. | |
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Transmission — Power Shift
Transmission | Power Shift |
Type | full power shift |
Gears | 8 forward and 4 reverse |
With 18.4-38 rear tires. | |
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Dimensions
John Deere 4730 Tires | |
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Ag front | 10.00-16 |
Ag rear | 18.4-38 |
Dimensions | |
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Wheelbase | 105.7 inches
268 cm |
Length | 156.6 inches
397 cm |
Width | 90 inches
228 cm |
Height (exhaust) | 123 inches
312 cm |
Weight | 10900 lbs
4944 kg |
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