Volvo T500
The Volvo T500 is a tractor produced by Volvo. It is equipped with a 235.54 ci 3.9 L engine. The listed engine power is Diesel (listed): 61 hp / 45.5 kW. Transmission: 16 forward and 4 reverse. Operating weight: 6394 lbs 2900 kg.
Engine Power
Diesel (listed): 61 hp / 45.5 kW
Fuel & Capacities
23.2 gal
87.8 L
Transmission
16 forward and 4 reverse
Operating Weight
6394 lbs
2900 kg
Overview
 | 1974 - 1978 |
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Production | |
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Manufacturer | Volvo |
Total built | 6376 |
Volvo T500 Engine | |
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Volvo 3.9L 4-cyl diesel | |
Fuel tank | 23.2 gal
87.8 L |
Engine details ...  | |
Volvo T500 Power | |
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Engine | 61 hp
45.5 kW |
Mechanical | |
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Two-wheel drive | |
Power steering |
Hydraulics | |
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Pump flow | 11.9 gpm
45.0 lpm |
Tractor hitch | |
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Rear lift | 3969 lbs
1800 kg |
Power Take-off (PTO) | |
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Rear PTO Type | 540/1000 |
Dimensions & Tires | |
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Wheelbase | 85.4 inches
216 cm |
Weight | 6394 lbs
2900 kg |
Front tire | 7.50-16 |
Rear tire | 13.6-38 |
Full dimensions and tires ...  | |
Engine
Engine Detail — 235.54 ci / 3.9 L Diesel
Manufacturer | Volvo D39T |
Fuel Type | Diesel |
Configuration | 4-cylinder, liquid-cooled |
Displacement | 235.54 ci
3.9 L |
Bore/Stroke | 3.874x5.000 inches
98 x 127 mm |
Power | 61 hp
45.5 kW |
Rated RPM | 2200 |
Torque | 163.0 lb-ft
221.0 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1300 |
Starter volts | 12 |
Transmission
Transmission options | |
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8-speed gear | |
16-speed two-speed power shift |
Transmission — 8 forward and 4 reverse gear
Type | gear |
Gears | 8 forward and 4 reverse |
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Transmission — 16 forward and 4 reverse two-speed power shift
Type | two-speed power shift |
Gears | 16 forward and 4 reverse |
Optional hydraulic power shift adds an additional high-low shift to the base eight-speed transmission. | |
Dimensions
Volvo T500 Tires | |
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Ag front | 7.50-16 |
Ag rear | 13.6-38 |
Dimensions | |
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Wheelbase | 85.4 inches
216 cm |
Length | 143.7 inches
364 cm |
Height | 100.4 inches
255 cm |
Weight | 6394 lbs
2900 kg |
Photos
Volvo T500 tractor photo
Recommended Implements & Sizing Guide
Engineering recommendations for Volvo T500 based on its 61 HP power envelope and ASAE agricultural standards.
| Implement & Operation | Recommended Size | Workload Rating | Engineering Notes |
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Moldboard PlowPrimary Tillage | 3 to 4 Bottom (16")3 - 4 铧 (40 cm) | Heavy Duty | Suitable for medium loam and stubble turnover. |
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 | 4x4 to 4x5 Round Baler1.2x1.5 m 紧凑圆捆机 | Heavy Duty | Silage and dry hay; 540 RPM PTO with slip-clutch. |
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 T500.
Estimated Continuous Field Runtime: 7.3 hrs
Approximately 7.3 hours of continuous field operation at ~75% rated power on a full tank (23.2 gal / 87.8 L).
Estimated 75% Load Fuel Burn~3.2 gal/hr (12 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 T500 Specification Unit Converter
Convert power, fluid capacities, and operating weights between metric and imperial standards for Volvo T500.
Converted Equivalents:
Horsepower (HP)61 hp
Kilowatts (kW)45.5 kW
Metric Horsepower (PS / CV)61.8 PS
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