Volvo 470
The Volvo 470 is a tractor produced by Volvo. It is equipped with a 307.5 ci 5.0 L engine. The listed engine power is Diesel (net): 73 hp / 54.4 kW; Diesel (gross): 79 hp / 58.9 kW. Transmission: 5 forward and 1 reverse. Operating weight: 7408 lbs 3360 kg.
Engine Power
Diesel (net): 73 hp / 54.4 kW; Diesel (gross): 79 hp / 58.9 kW
Fuel & Capacities
29.1 gal
110.1 L
Transmission
5 forward and 1 reverse
Operating Weight
7408 lbs
3360 kg
Overview
![]() | 1959 - 1966 |
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Production | |
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Manufacturer | Volvo |
Total built | 3695 |
Volvo 470 Engine | |
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Bolinder 5.0L 4-cyl diesel | |
Fuel tank | 29.1 gal
110.1 L |
Engine details ... | |
Volvo 470 Transmission | |
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5-speed gear | |
Transmission details ... |
Volvo 470 Power | |
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Engine (gross) | 79 hp
58.9 kW |
Engine (net) | 73 hp
54.4 kW |
Mechanical | |
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Two-wheel drive | |
Manual steering | |
Mechanical shoe brakes | |
Open operator station. Four-post ROPS and cab available. |
Tractor hitch | |
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Rear Type | I |
Rear lift | 2866 lbs
1300 kg |
Power Take-off (PTO) | |
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Rear PTO Type | 540 (1.375) |
Engine RPM | 540@1500 |
Dimensions & Tires | |
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Wheelbase | 85.6 inches
217 cm |
Weight | 7408 lbs
3360 kg |
Front tire | 7.50-18 |
Rear tire | 16.9/14-34 |
Full dimensions and tires ... | |
References | |
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BM Volvo 470 published in 1964 | |
Volvo BM T500 published in 1975 | |
Volvo BM T 500 published in 1977 |
Engine
Engine Detail — 307.5 ci / 5.0 L Diesel
Manufacturer | Bolinder 1114 TR |
Fuel Type | Diesel |
Configuration | 4-cylinder, liquid-cooled |
Displacement | 307.5 ci
5.0 L |
Bore/Stroke | 4.37x5.12 inches
111 x 130 mm |
Power (net) | 73 hp
54.4 kW |
Power (gross) | 79 hp
58.9 kW |
Fuel system | direct injection |
Compression | 16.5:1 |
Rated RPM | 1800 |
Starter volts | 12 |
Oil capacity | 12.7 qts
12.0 L |
Coolant capacity | 20.1 qts
19.0 L |
Transmission
Transmission — 5 forward and 1 reverse gear
Type | gear |
Gears | 5 forward and 1 reverse |
Clutch | 355.6mm dry disc |
Oil capacity | 58.1 qts
55.0 L |
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Dimensions
Volvo 470 Tires | |
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Ag front | 7.50-18 |
Ag rear | 16.9/14-34 |
Dimensions | |
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Wheelbase | 85.6 inches
217 cm |
Length | 135.8 inches
344 cm |
Width | 74.8 inches
189 cm |
Height (hood) | 64.8 inches
164 cm |
Height (exhaust) | 98.4 inches
249 cm |
Weight | 7408 lbs
3360 kg |
Ballasted weight | 10957 lbs
4970 kg |
Ground clearance | 16.9 inches
42 cm |
Front tread | 52.4 inches
133 cm |
Rear tread | 59.5 inches
151 cm |
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Fluids, Capacities & Working Autonomy
Standard fluid requirements, service intervals, and continuous runtime estimates for Volvo 470.
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 470 Specification Unit Converter
Convert power, fluid capacities, and operating weights between metric and imperial standards for Volvo 470.
Converted Equivalents:
Horsepower (HP)0 hp
Kilowatts (kW)0 kW
Metric Horsepower (PS / CV)0 PS
Direct Competitor Comparison
Compare Volvo 470 against same-era industry alternatives in the same horsepower class.
Current Model
Volvo
Volvo 470
Engine Power:Diesel (net): 73 hp / 54.4 kW; Diesel (gross): 79 hp / 58.9 kW
★ Baseline Reference
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International Harvester 634
Engine Power:66
Production Years:1968 - 1972
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