TAFE 30
The TAFE 30 is a tractor produced by Tafe. It is equipped with a 138.5 ci 2.3 L engine. The listed engine power is Diesel (listed): 31 hp / 23.1 kW. Transmission: sliding gear. Operating weight: 3,439 lbs 1559 kg.
Engine Power
Diesel (listed): 31 hp / 23.1 kW
Fuel & Capacities
12.42 gal
47.0 L
Transmission
sliding gear
Operating Weight
3,439 lbs
1559 kg
Overview
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Production | |
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Manufacturer | TAFE |
Built in India | |
TAFE 30 Engine | |
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2.3L 3-cyl diesel | |
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TAFE 30 Transmission | |
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6-speed | |
Transmission details ...  |
TAFE 30 Power | |
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Engine | 31 hp
23.1 kW |
Mechanical | |
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Brakes | drum |
disc optional | |
Capacity | |
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Fuel | 12.42 gal
47.0 L |
Hydraulic system | 7.4 gal
28.0 L |
Hydraulics | |
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Capacity | 7.4 gal
28.0 L |
Valves | 3 |
Tractor hitch | |
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Rear Type | II |
Rear lift | 2,425 lbs
1099 kg |
Dimensions & Tires | |
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Wheelbase | 72.05 inches
183 cm |
Weight | 3,439 lbs
1559 kg |
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Engine
Engine Detail — 138.5 ci / 2.3 L Diesel
Manufacturer | S318.1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel |
Configuration | 3-cylinder, liquid-cooled vertical inline |
Displacement | 138.5 ci
2.3 L |
Power | 31 hp
23.1 kW |
Torque | 81.13 lb-ft
110.0 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1200 |
Oil capacity | 6.9 qts
6.5 L |
Coolant capacity | 7.8 qts
7.4 L |
Transmission
Transmission — sliding gear
Transmission | sliding gear |
Gears | 6 forward and 2 reverse |
Dimensions
TAFE 30 Tires |
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Dimensions | |
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Wheelbase | 72.05 inches
183 cm |
Length | 118.5 inches
300 cm |
Width | 64.96 inches
164 cm |
Height | 86.61 inches
219 cm |
Weight | 3,439 lbs
1559 kg |
Ground clearance | 12.6 inches
32 cm |
Photos
TAFE 30 tractor photo
Recommended Implements & Sizing Guide
Engineering recommendations for Tafe 30 based on its 31 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 | 5 ft (60 in)1.5 m | Medium Duty | Pasture maintenance and weeds up to 1.5" diameter. |
Rotary TillerSeedbed Prep | 54 to 60 in135 - 150 cm | Medium Duty | Thorough seedbed preparation in orchards and vegetable plots. |
Disc HarrowSecondary Tillage | 5 to 6 ft (16-18" discs)1.5 - 1.8 m (40-45 cm 耙片) | Light Duty | Small acreage soil break-up and secondary aeration. |
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 Tafe 30.
Estimated Continuous Field Runtime: 7.7 hrs
Approximately 7.7 hours of continuous field operation at ~75% rated power on a full tank (12.4 gal / 47 L).
Estimated 75% Load Fuel Burn~1.6 gal/hr (6.1 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
Tafe 30 Specification Unit Converter
Convert power, fluid capacities, and operating weights between metric and imperial standards for Tafe 30.
Converted Equivalents:
Horsepower (HP)31 hp
Kilowatts (kW)23.1 kW
Metric Horsepower (PS / CV)31.4 PS
Direct Competitor Comparison
Compare TAFE 30 against same-era industry alternatives in the same horsepower class.
Current Model
Tafe
TAFE 30
Engine Power:Diesel (listed): 31 hp / 23.1 kW
★ Baseline Reference
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Production Years:1958 - 1979