Volvo T650
The Volvo T650 is a tractor produced by Volvo. It is equipped with a 256.28 ci 4.2 L engine. The listed engine power is Diesel (listed): 73 hp / 54.4 kW. Transmission: TracTrol. Operating weight: 8378 lbs 3800 kg.
Engine Power
Diesel (listed): 73 hp / 54.4 kW
Fuel & Capacities
25.1 gal
95.0 L
Transmission
TracTrol
Operating Weight
8378 lbs
3800 kg
Overview
 | 1970 - 1982 |
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Production | |
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Manufacturer | Volvo |
Total built | 26,120 |
Volvo T650 Engine | |
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Volvo 4.2L 4-cyl diesel | |
Engine details ...  |
Volvo T650 Transmission | |
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16-speed two-speed power shift | |
Transmission details ...  |
Volvo T650 Power | |
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Engine | 73 hp
54.4 kW |
Mechanical | |
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Two- or four-wheel drive | |
Power steering | |
Cab standard. Air-conditioning available. |
Capacity | |
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Fuel | 25.1 gal
95.0 L |
Hydraulic system | 6.9 gal
26.1 L |
Hydraulics | |
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Capacity | 6.9 gal
26.1 L |
Pump flow | 9.5 gpm
36.0 lpm |
Tractor hitch | |
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Rear lift | 4630 lbs
2100 kg |
Power Take-off (PTO) | |
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Rear PTO Type | 540 (1.375) |
Engine RPM | 540@1780 |
Dimensions & Tires | |
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Wheelbase | 96.1 inches
244 cm |
Weight | 8378 lbs
3800 kg |
Front tire | 7.50-18 |
Rear tire | 14.9/13-38 |
Full dimensions and tires ...  | |
References | |
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BM-Volvo 650: a new tractor with power and comfort published in 1970 | |
BM-Volvo 650S published in 1971 | |
Volvo BM T650 published in 1975 |
Engine
Engine Detail — 256.28 ci / 4.2 L Diesel
Manufacturer | Volvo D42 |
Fuel Type | Diesel |
Configuration | 4-cylinder, liquid-cooled |
Displacement | 256.28 ci
4.2 L |
Bore/Stroke | 4.16x4.72 inches
106 x 120 mm |
Power | 73 hp
54.4 kW |
Compression | 17.5:1 |
Rated RPM | 2300 |
Torque | 185.1 lb-ft
251.0 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 |
Starter | electric |
Starter volts | 12 |
Volvo T650 Engine | |
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Transmission
Transmission — TracTrol
Transmission | TracTrol |
Type | two-speed power shift |
Gears | 16 forward and 4 reverse |
With 14.9/13-38 rear tires. | |
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Dimensions
Volvo T650 Tires | |
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Ag front | 7.50-18 |
Ag rear | 14.9/13-38 |
Ag front | 10.00-16 |
Ag rear | 18.4/15-34 |
Dimensions | |
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Wheelbase | 96.1 inches
244 cm |
Length | 144.9 inches
368 cm |
Width | 76.4 inches
194 cm |
Height | 104.3 inches
264 cm |
Weight | 8378 lbs
3800 kg |
Clearance (front axle) | 18.9 inches
48 cm |
Clearance (drawbar) | 15.4 inches
39 cm |
Front tread | 57.7 inches
146 cm |
Rear tread | 57.5 to 76.8 inches
146 to 195 cm |
Photos
Volvo BM 650, right side.
Volvo BM 650, right side.
Mility Volvo BM 650, left side.
Recommended Implements & Sizing Guide
Engineering recommendations for Volvo T650 based on its 73 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 | 7 to 8 ft (84-96 in)2.1 - 2.4 m | Heavy Duty | Heavy-duty twin spindle cutter for overgrown acreage. |
Rotary TillerSeedbed Prep | 78 to 84 in200 - 215 cm | Heavy Duty | Heavy commercial tiller with multi-speed gearbox. |
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 T650.
Estimated Continuous Field Runtime: 6.6 hrs
Approximately 6.6 hours of continuous field operation at ~75% rated power on a full tank (25.1 gal / 95 L).
Estimated 75% Load Fuel Burn~3.8 gal/hr (14.4 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 T650 Specification Unit Converter
Convert power, fluid capacities, and operating weights between metric and imperial standards for Volvo T650.
Converted Equivalents:
Horsepower (HP)73 hp
Kilowatts (kW)54.4 kW
Metric Horsepower (PS / CV)74 PS
Direct Competitor Comparison
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