Volvo 2204
The Volvo 2204 is a tractor produced by Volvo. It is equipped with a 235.6 ci 3.9 L engine. The listed engine power is Diesel (listed): 56 hp / 41.8 kW; Diesel (listed): 4 hp / 3.0 kW. Transmission: 8 forward and 4 reverse. Operating weight: 7497 lbs 3400 kg.
Engine Power
Diesel (listed): 56 hp / 41.8 kW; Diesel (listed): 4 hp / 3.0 kW
Fuel & Capacities
23.2 gal
87.8 L
Transmission
8 forward and 4 reverse
Operating Weight
7497 lbs
3400 kg
Overview
![]() | 1979 - 1981
2200 SeriesUtility tractor
2200 Series
Utility tractor |
|---|
Production | |
|---|---|
Manufacturer | Volvo |
Utility tractor | |
Total built | 320 |
Variants | |
|---|---|
2200 | 2WD |
2204 | 4WD |
Volvo 2204 Engine | |
|---|---|
Volvo 3.9L 4-cyl diesel | |
Fuel tank | 23.2 gal
87.8 L |
Engine details ... | |
Volvo 2204 Transmission | |
|---|---|
8-speed synchromesh | |
Transmission details ... |
Volvo 2204 Power | |
|---|---|
Engine | 56 hp
41.8 kW |
PTO (claimed) | 46 hp
34.3 kW |
Mechanical | |
|---|---|
Four-wheel drive | |
Steering | hydrostatic power |
Hydraulic wet disc brakes | |
Volvo BM cab standard with heater. | |
Hydraulics | |
|---|---|
Pressure | 2495 psi
172.0 bar |
Valves | 2 |
Pump flow | 11.9 gpm
45.0 lpm |
Tractor hitch | |
|---|---|
Rear Type | II |
Control | position and draft control |
Rear lift | 4079 lbs
1850 kg |
Power Take-off (PTO) | |
|---|---|
Rear PTO | independent |
Rear PTO Type | 540 (1.375) |
Engine RPM | 540@1940 |
Dimensions & Tires | |
|---|---|
Wheelbase | 85.43 inches
216 cm |
Weight | 7497 lbs
3400 kg |
Front tire | 9.5-24.8 |
Rear tire | 13.6-36.6 |
Full dimensions and tires ... | |
Electrical | |
|---|---|
Ground | negative |
Charging system | alternator |
Charging amps | 35 |
Batteries | 2 |
Battery volts | 12 |
Battery AH | 140 |
References | |
|---|---|
![]() | |
Volvo BM 2204 published in 1981 |
Engine
Engine Detail — 235.6 ci / 3.9 L Diesel
Manufacturer | Volvo D39T |
Fuel Type | Diesel |
Configuration | 4-cylinder, liquid-cooled |
Displacement | 235.6 ci
3.9 L |
Bore/Stroke | 3.874x5.000 inches
98 x 127 mm |
Power | 56 hp
41.8 kW |
Fuel system | direct injection |
Pre-heating | thermostart |
Compression | 16:1 |
Rated RPM | 2200 |
Torque | 160.8 lb-ft
218.0 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 |
Starter volts | 12 |
Starter power | 4 hp
3.0 kW |
Transmission
Transmission — 8 forward and 4 reverse synchromesh
Type | synchromesh |
Gears | 8 forward and 4 reverse |
Clutch | 279.4mm dry disc |
Four gears in two ranges, plus reverse. | |
![]() | |
Dimensions
Volvo 2204 Tires | |
|---|---|
Ag front | 9.5-24.8 |
Ag rear | 13.6-36.6 |
Ag front | 11.2-24 |
Ag rear | 13.6-38 |
Dimensions | |
|---|---|
Wheelbase | 85.43 inches
216 cm |
Length | 145.67 inches
370 cm |
Height | 100.39 inches
254 cm |
Weight | 7497 lbs
3400 kg |
Photos
Fluids, Capacities & Working Autonomy
Standard fluid requirements, service intervals, and continuous runtime estimates for Volvo 2204.
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
Volvo 2204 Specification Unit Converter
Convert power, fluid capacities, and operating weights between metric and imperial standards for Volvo 2204.
Converted Equivalents:
Horsepower (HP)0 hp
Kilowatts (kW)0 kW
Metric Horsepower (PS / CV)0 PS
Direct Competitor Comparison
Compare Volvo 2204 against same-era industry alternatives in the same horsepower class.
Current Model
Volvo
Volvo 2204
Engine Power:Diesel (listed): 56 hp / 41.8 kW; Diesel (listed): 4 hp / 3.0 kW
★ Baseline Reference
Related models
Volvo T32
- Power:
- 45
- Production years:
- 1950 - 1956
Volvo T34
- Power:
- 45
- Production years:
- 1952 - 1956
Volvo T55
- Power:
- 46.4
- Production years:
- 1953 - 1959
Volvo T400
- Power:
- 47
- Production years:
- 1964 - 1969
Volvo T40
- Power:
- 48
- Production years:
- 1946 - 1950



