Volvo T33
The Volvo T33 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): 36 hp / 26.8 kW. Transmission: 5 forward and 1 reverse. Operating weight: 5027 lbs 2280 kg.
Engine Power
Kerosene (listed): 36 hp / 26.8 kW
Fuel & Capacities
15.9 gal
60.2 L
Transmission
5 forward and 1 reverse
Operating Weight
5027 lbs
2280 kg
Overview
![]() | 1950 - 1957
T30 SeriesRow-Crop tractor
T30 Series
Row-Crop tractor |
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Production | |
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Manufacturer | Volvo |
Row-Crop tractor | |
Variants | |
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T31 | kerosene standard |
T32 | gasoline standard |
T33 | kerosene row-crop |
T34 | gasoline row-crop |
Volvo T33 Engine | |
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Volvo 3.5L 4-cyl kerosene | |
Fuel tank | 15.9 gal
60.2 L |
Aux. fuel | 1 gal
3.8 L |
Engine details ... | |
Volvo T33 Transmission | |
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5-speed gear | |
Transmission details ... |
Volvo T33 Power | |
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Engine | 36 hp
26.8 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 | 79.1 inches
200 cm |
Weight | 5027 lbs
2280 kg |
Front tire | 6.00-19 |
Rear tire | 11-38 |
Full dimensions and tires ... | |
References | |
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T33-T34 Instruktionsbok |
Engine
Engine Detail — 211.1 ci / 3.5 L Kerosene
Manufacturer | Volvo D4F |
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 | 36 hp
26.8 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 T33 Tires | |
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Ag front | 6.00-19 |
Ag rear | 11-38 |
Dimensions | |
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Wheelbase | 79.1 inches
200 cm |
Length | 124 inches
314 cm |
Width | 66.5 inches
168 cm |
Height | 85.8 inches
217 cm |
Weight | 5027 lbs
2280 kg |
Clearance (front axle) | 21.1 inches
53 cm |
Clearance (drawbar) | 18.1 inches
45 cm |
Front tread | 50.4 to 67.3 inches
128 to 170 cm |
Rear tread | 52.8 to 76.4 inches
134 to 194 cm |
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Recommended Implements & Sizing Guide
Engineering recommendations for Volvo T33 based on its 36 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 | 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. |
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 T33.
Estimated Continuous Field Runtime: 8.5 hrs
Approximately 8.5 hours of continuous field operation at ~75% rated power on a full tank (15.9 gal / 60.2 L).
Estimated 75% Load Fuel Burn~1.9 gal/hr (7.1 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 T33 Specification Unit Converter
Convert power, fluid capacities, and operating weights between metric and imperial standards for Volvo T33.
Converted Equivalents:
Horsepower (HP)36 hp
Kilowatts (kW)26.8 kW
Metric Horsepower (PS / CV)36.5 PS
Direct Competitor Comparison
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Volvo T33
Engine Power:Kerosene (listed): 36 hp / 26.8 kW
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