John Deere 930VU
The John Deere 930VU 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): 40.2 hp / 30.0 kW. Transmission: 8 forward and 4 reverse.
Engine Power
Diesel (listed): 40.2 hp / 30.0 kW
Fuel & Capacities
7.9 gal
29.9 L
Transmission
8 forward and 4 reverse
Overview
 | 1974 - 1979
Orchard/Vineyard tractor |
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Production | |
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Manufacturer | John Deere |
Orchard/Vineyard tractor | |
Built in Getafe, Spain | |
John Deere 930VU Engine | |
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John Deere 2.7L 3-cyl diesel | |
Engine details ...  |
John Deere 930VU Transmission | |
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8-speed | |
Transmission details ...  |
John Deere 930VU Power | |
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Engine | 40.2 hp
30.0 kW |
Mechanical | |
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Two-wheel drive | |
Final drives | planetary |
Manual steering | |
Hydraulic wet disc brakes | |
Two-post mid-mount ROPS. | |
Capacity | |
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Fuel | 7.9 gal
29.9 L |
Hydraulic system | 10.2 gal
38.6 L |
Hydraulics | |
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Type | open center |
Capacity | 10.2 gal
38.6 L |
Tractor hitch | |
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Rear Type | I |
Control | position and draft control |
Power Take-off (PTO) | |
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Rear PTO | indepedent |
Rear PTO Type | 540 (1.375) |
Dimensions & Tires | |
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Wheelbase | 63 inches
160 cm |
Front tire | 4.50x16 |
Rear tire | 9.5x24 |
Full dimensions and tires ...  | |
References | |
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Tracteurs "Vergers" et "Vignerons" published in 1976, by John Deere |
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 | 4.02x4.33 inches
102 x 110 mm |
Power | 40.2 hp
30.0 kW |
Air cleaner | dry |
Rated RPM | 2500 |
Operating RPM | 1400-2500 |
Starter | electric |
Starter volts | 12 |
Oil capacity | 6.3 qts
6.0 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 |
Oil capacity | 40.7 qts
38.5 L |
Dimensions
John Deere 930VU Tires | |
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Ag front | 4.50x16 |
5.00x15 | |
Ag rear | 9.5x24 |
11.2x24 | |
11.2x28 | |
8.3x28 | |
9.5x28 | |
Dimensions | |
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Wheelbase | 63 inches
160 cm |
Length | 97.6 inches
247 cm |
Width | 38.6 inches
98 cm |
Height (hood) | 45.3 inches
115 cm |
Ground clearance | 13 inches
33 cm |
Recommended Implements & Sizing Guide
Engineering recommendations for John Deere 930VU based on its 40.2 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 930VU.
Estimated Continuous Field Runtime: 3.8 hrs
Approximately 3.8 hours of continuous field operation at ~75% rated power on a full tank (7.9 gal / 29.9 L).
Estimated 75% Load Fuel Burn~2.1 gal/hr (7.9 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 930VU Specification Unit Converter
Convert power, fluid capacities, and operating weights between metric and imperial standards for John Deere 930VU.
Converted Equivalents:
Horsepower (HP)40.2 hp
Kilowatts (kW)30 kW
Metric Horsepower (PS / CV)40.8 PS
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