Volvo Victor T230

The Volvo Victor T230 is a tractor produced by Volvo. It is equipped with a 136.7 ci 2.2 L engine. The listed engine power is Diesel (listed): 29 hp / 21.6 kW; Diesel (listed): 2.5 hp / 1.9 kW. Transmission: 5 forward and 1 reverse. Operating weight: 4211 lbs 1910 kg.

Engine Power
Diesel (listed): 29 hp / 21.6 kW; Diesel (listed): 2.5 hp / 1.9 kW
Fuel & Capacities
13.2 gal 50.0 L
Transmission
5 forward and 1 reverse
Operating Weight
4211 lbs 1910 kg

Overview

Volvo Victor T230 tractor photo
1955 - 1961
Production
Manufacturer
Volvo
Total built
4976
Volvo T230 Engine
Bolinder 2.2L 2-cyl diesel
Fuel tank
13.2 gal 50.0 L
Engine details ...
Volvo T230 Transmission
5-speed gear
Transmission details ...
Volvo T230 Power
Engine
29 hp 21.6 kW
Belt (claimed)
27 hp 20.1 kW
Mechanical
Two-wheel drive
Disc brakes
Open operator station.
Hydraulics
Type
open center
Pressure
1595 psi 110.0 bar
Tractor hitch
Rear Type
I
Rear lift
1433 lbs 650 kg
Power Take-off (PTO)
Rear PTO Type
540
Engine RPM
540@1700
Dimensions & Tires
Wheelbase
72.83 inches 184 cm
Weight
4211 lbs 1910 kg
Front tire
5.5x16
Rear tire
11x28
Full dimensions and tires ...
Electrical
Charging system
alternator
Battery volts
12
References
Victor T230 references literature
T230 Diesel published in 1956, by Volvo

Engine

Engine Detail — 136.7 ci / 2.2 L Diesel

Manufacturer
Bolinder 1052
Fuel Type
Diesel
Configuration
2-cylinder, liquid-cooled
Displacement
136.7 ci 2.2 L
Bore/Stroke
4.135x5.118 inches 105 x 130 mm
Power
29 hp 21.6 kW
Fuel system
direct injection
Air cleaner
oil bath
Compression
16.5:1
Rated RPM
1700
Torque
1215 lb-ft 1647.5 Nm
Torque RPM
1000
Starter volts
12
Starter power
2.5 hp 1.9 kW
Oil capacity
9 qts 8.5 L
Coolant capacity
9.5 qts 9.0 L
Intake valve clearance
0.018 inches (hot) 0.457 mm
Exhaust valve clearance
0.018 inches (hot) 0.457 mm

Transmission

Transmission — 5 forward and 1 reverse gear

Type
gear
Gears
5 forward and 1 reverse
Clutch
dry disc
Oil capacity
7.4 qts 7.0 L
Victor T230  gear speeds

Dimensions

Volvo T230 Tires
Ag front
5.5x16
Ag rear
11x28
Dimensions
Wheelbase
72.83 inches 184 cm
Length
112.2 inches 284 cm
Weight
4211 lbs 1910 kg

Photos

Volvo Victor T230 tractor photo

Volvo Victor T230 tractor photo

Fluids, Capacities & Working Autonomy

Standard fluid requirements, service intervals, and continuous runtime estimates for Volvo Victor T230.

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 Victor T230 Specification Unit Converter

Convert power, fluid capacities, and operating weights between metric and imperial standards for Volvo Victor T230.

Converted Equivalents:

Horsepower (HP)0 hp
Kilowatts (kW)0 kW
Metric Horsepower (PS / CV)0 PS

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