Volvo T32
The Volvo T32 is a tractor produced by Volvo. It is equipped with a 211.1 ci 3.5 L engine. The listed engine power is Kerosene (listed): 45 hp / 33.6 kW. Transmission: 5 forward and 1 reverse. Operating weight: 5060 lbs 2295 kg.
Engine Power
Kerosene (listed): 45 hp / 33.6 kW
Fuel & Capacities
15.9 gal
60.2 L
Transmission
5 forward and 1 reverse
Operating Weight
5060 lbs
2295 kg
Overview
 | 1950 - 1956
T30 SeriesStandard-tread tractor
T30 Series
Standard-tread tractor |
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Production | |
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Manufacturer | Volvo |
Standard-tread tractor | |
Variants | |
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T31 | kerosene standard |
T32 | gasoline standard |
T33 | kerosene row-crop |
T34 | gasoline row-crop |
Volvo T32 Engine | |
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Volvo 3.5L 4-cyl kerosene | |
Fuel tank | 15.9 gal
60.2 L |
Engine details ...  | |
Volvo T32 Transmission | |
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5-speed gear | |
Transmission details ...  |
Volvo T32 Power | |
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Engine | 45 hp
33.6 kW |
Mechanical | |
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Two-wheel drive | |
Manual steering | |
Open operator station. |
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 | 77.2 inches
196 cm |
Weight | 5060 lbs
2295 kg |
Front tire | 6.00-19 |
Rear tire | 13-30 |
Full dimensions and tires ...  | |
Engine
Engine Detail — 211.1 ci / 3.5 L Kerosene
Manufacturer | Volvo D4B |
Fuel Type | Kerosene |
Configuration | 4-cylinder, liquid-cooled |
Displacement | 211.1 ci
3.5 L |
Bore/Stroke | 3.94x4.33 inches
100 x 110 mm |
Power | 45 hp
33.6 kW |
Rated RPM | 1500 |
Starter volts | 6 |
Transmission
Transmission — 5 forward and 1 reverse gear
Type | gear |
Gears | 5 forward and 1 reverse |
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Dimensions
Volvo T32 Tires | |
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Ag front | 6.00-19 |
Ag rear | 13-30 |
Dimensions | |
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Wheelbase | 77.2 inches
196 cm |
Length | 122.6 inches
311 cm |
Width | 72.4 inches*Width at minimum tread.
183 cm |
Weight | 5060 lbs
2295 kg |
Ballasted weight | 7584 lbs
3440 kg |
Ground clearance | 16.5 inches
41 cm |
Front tread | 49.6/56.9 inches
125/144 cm |
Rear tread | 56.7 to 76.4 inches
144 to 194 cm |
Volvo T32 Height | |
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Steering wheel | 71.7 inches
182 cm |
Hood | 61.4 inches
155 cm |
Exhaust | 82.7 inches
210 cm |
Photos
Volvo T32 tractor photo
Recommended Implements & Sizing Guide
Engineering recommendations for Volvo T32 based on its 45 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 | 6 ft (72 in)1.8 m | Medium Duty | Medium pasture clearing; rear slip-clutch recommended. |
Rotary TillerSeedbed Prep | 66 to 72 in165 - 180 cm | Medium Duty | Standard utility tiller; slip clutch protection required. |
Disc HarrowSecondary Tillage | 7 to 8 ft Tandem Disc2.1 - 2.4 m 对开双排耙 | Medium Duty | Field leveling and clod breaking behind plows. |
Hay BalerHay & Forage | Small Square Baler (14x18")小方捆打捆机 (36x46 cm) | Medium Duty | Classic 2-string baler for horse and small livestock hay. |
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 T32.
Estimated Continuous Field Runtime: 6.8 hrs
Approximately 6.8 hours of continuous field operation at ~75% rated power on a full tank (15.9 gal / 60.2 L).
Estimated 75% Load Fuel Burn~2.3 gal/hr (8.9 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 T32 Specification Unit Converter
Convert power, fluid capacities, and operating weights between metric and imperial standards for Volvo T32.
Converted Equivalents:
Horsepower (HP)45 hp
Kilowatts (kW)33.6 kW
Metric Horsepower (PS / CV)45.6 PS
Direct Competitor Comparison
Compare Volvo T32 against same-era industry alternatives in the same horsepower class.
Current Model
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Volvo T32
Engine Power:Kerosene (listed): 45 hp / 33.6 kW
★ Baseline Reference
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Engine Power:40.8
Production Years:1961 - 1968
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