Volvo T24
The Volvo T24 is a tractor produced by Volvo. It is equipped with a 134.2 ci 2.2 L engine. The listed engine power is Kerosene (listed): 27.1 hp / 20.2 kW. Transmission: 5 forward and 1 reverse. Operating weight: 3505 lbs 1589 kg.
Engine Power
Kerosene (listed): 27.1 hp / 20.2 kW
Fuel & Capacities
11.9 gal
45.0 L
Transmission
5 forward and 1 reverse
Operating Weight
3505 lbs
1589 kg
Overview
 | 1952 - 1959
T20 SeriesStandard-tread tractor
T20 Series
Standard-tread tractor |
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Production | |
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Manufacturer | Volvo |
Standard-tread tractor | |
Variants | |
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T24 | kerosene |
T25 | gasoline |
Volvo T24 Engine | |
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Volvo 2.2L 4-cyl kerosene | |
Engine details ...  |
Volvo T24 Transmission | |
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5-speed gear | |
Transmission details ...  |
Volvo T24 Power | |
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Engine | 27.1 hp
20.2 kW |
PTO (claimed) | 24.1 hp
18.0 kW |
Mechanical | |
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Two-wheel drive | |
Open operator station. |
Capacity | |
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Fuel | 11.9 gal
45.0 L |
Aux. fuel | 1 gal
3.8 L |
Hydraulic system | 1.6 gal
6.1 L |
Hydraulics | |
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Capacity | 1.6 gal
6.1 L |
Power Take-off (PTO) | |
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Rear PTO Type | 540 (1.375) |
Engine RPM | 540@1700 |
Dimensions & Tires | |
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Wheelbase | 69.7 inches
177 cm |
Weight | 3505 lbs
1589 kg |
Front tire | 5.50-16 |
Rear tire | 11-28 |
Full dimensions and tires ...  | |
Electrical | |
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Charging system | generator |
Battery volts | 6 |
Battery AH | 85 |
References | |
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T24 published in 1953, by Volvo | |
T24-T25 published in 1955, by Volvo | |
Instruktionsbok Traktor T24-25 (SS 1076/1) published in 1952 |
Engine
Engine Detail — 134.2 ci / 2.2 L Kerosene
Manufacturer | Volvo |
Fuel Type | Kerosene |
Configuration | 4-cylinder, liquid-cooled |
Displacement | 134.2 ci
2.2 L |
Bore/Stroke | 3.44x3.54 inches
87 x 90 mm |
Power | 27.1 hp
20.2 kW |
Compression | 4.6:1 |
Rated RPM | 2000 |
Firing order | 1-3-4-2 |
Starter volts | 6 |
Oil capacity | 6.3 qts
6.0 L |
Coolant capacity | 11.6 qts
11.0 L |
Volvo T24 Engine | |
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Transmission
Transmission — 5 forward and 1 reverse gear
Type | gear |
Gears | 5 forward and 1 reverse |
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Dimensions
Volvo T24 Tires | |
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Ag front | 5.50-16 |
Ag rear | 11-28 |
Dimensions | |
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Wheelbase | 69.7 inches
177 cm |
Length | 116.1 inches
294 cm |
Width | 51.2 inches*Width at minimum tread.
130 cm |
Weight | 3505 lbs
1589 kg |
Front tread | 47.2/53.9 inches
119/136 cm |
Rear tread | 47.2 to 74.8 inches
119 to 189 cm |
Volvo T24 Height | |
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Steering wheel | 65 inches
165 cm |
Hood | 54.9 inches
139 cm |
Exhaust | 75.8 inches
192 cm |
Photos
Volvo T24 tractor photo
Recommended Implements & Sizing Guide
Engineering recommendations for Volvo T24 based on its 27.1 HP power envelope and ASAE agricultural standards.
| Implement & Operation | Recommended Size | Workload Rating | Engineering Notes |
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Moldboard PlowPrimary Tillage | 1 to 2 Bottom (12")1 - 2 铧 (30 cm) | Light Duty | Ideal for garden plots and light sandy soil. |
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 Volvo T24.
Estimated Continuous Field Runtime: 8.4 hrs
Approximately 8.4 hours of continuous field operation at ~75% rated power on a full tank (11.9 gal / 45 L).
Estimated 75% Load Fuel Burn~1.4 gal/hr (5.3 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
Volvo T24 Specification Unit Converter
Convert power, fluid capacities, and operating weights between metric and imperial standards for Volvo T24.
Converted Equivalents:
Horsepower (HP)27.1 hp
Kilowatts (kW)20.2 kW
Metric Horsepower (PS / CV)27.5 PS
Direct Competitor Comparison
Compare Volvo T24 against same-era industry alternatives in the same horsepower class.
Current Model
Volvo
Volvo T24
Engine Power:Kerosene (listed): 27.1 hp / 20.2 kW
★ Baseline Reference
General OrdnanceMarket Competitor
General Ordnance 12-22
Engine Power:24.4
Production Years:1918 - 1918
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