Ford 8830: all source data

All 81 values recorded for this model, as the source lists them and in its units. The spec sheet shows the same data checked, typed and converted.

Overview

Production
ManufacturerFord
(no label)Row-Crop tractor
(no label)Built in Antwerp, Belgium
(no label)Original price was $63,000 in 1993
Engine
(no label)Ford 6.6L 6-cyl diesel
Transmission
(no label)18-speed
(no label)16-speed
Power
PTO (claimed)170 hp | 126.8 kW
Drawbar (tested)145.69 hp | 108.6 kW
PTO (tested)171.12 hp | 127.6 kW
Mechanical
(no label)Two- or four-wheel drive
(no label)Power steering
(no label)Power disc brakes
(no label)Optional cab with heat and air-conditioning.
Capacity
Fuel75 gal | 283.9 L
Fuel24.5 gal (auxiliary tank) | 92.7 L
Steering2 qts | 1.9 L
Front hubs0.8 qts (each) | 0.8 L
Front diff.7.9 qts | 7.5 L
Hydraulics
Typeopen center gear pump, dual pumps optional
Pressure2500 psi | 172.4 bar
Valves2 to 4
Pump flow20 gpm | 75.7 lpm
Pump flow28.6 gpm | 108.3 lpm
SCV flow16.9 gpm | 64.0 lpm
SCV flow19 gpm | 71.9 lpm
Steering cap.2 qts | 1.9 L
Steering press.2025 psi | 139.6 bar
Hitch
Rear Type3/2
Controlposition and draft control
Pto
Rear PTOindependent
Rear PTO Type1000
Dimensions
Wheelbase111 inches | 281 cm
Weight12995 to 15520 pounds
Front tire11.00-16
Rear tire18.4/15-38
Electrical
Groundnegative
Charging systemalternator
Charging amps90
Battery volts12

Engine

Engine detail
(no label)Ford
(no label)intercooled turbocharged diesel
(no label)6-cylinder
(no label)liquid-cooled
Displacement401 ci | 6.6 L
Bore/Stroke4.40x4.40 inches | 112 x 112 mm
Compression15.6:1
Rated RPM2200
Firing order1-5-3-6-2-4
Starter volts12
Coolant capacity (Coolant)22.8 qts | 21.6 L
Coolant capacity (Coolant)24.4 qts (with heater) | 23.1 L
Intake valve clearance0.014-0.016 inches (cold) | 0.356 mm
Exhaust valve clearance0.017-0.019 inches (cold) | 0.432 mm
Engine oil
Oil capacity19.6 qts | 18.5 L

Transmission

Transmission options
(no label)18-speed
(no label)16-speed
Transmission
TransmissionFunk Ultra Command
Gears18 forward and 9 reverse
Oil capacity101.6 qts | 96.2 L
(no label)The Ford Ultra Command Powershift allows on-the-move shifting between gears, and shuttle shifting, without a clutch. A single lever controls the transmission; moving it to the left shifts down, to the right shifts up. Pushing forward increases forward throttle while pulling it back moves the tractor in reverse. An inching pedal is used for precise movements.
TransmissionDual Power - constant mesh
Gears16 forward and 4 reverse
Oil capacity91.6 qts (2WD) | 86.7 L
Oil capacity97.1 qts (4WD) | 91.9 L
(no label)The Dual Power transmission provides a 'Powerdrive' low range to the basic constant mesh transmission. A foot switch next to the clutch is used to engage and disengage the mode, and may be switched while the tractor is in motion. A "rabbit" or "turtle" display light on the instrument panel indicates which mode the transmission is selected.

Dimensions

Tires
Ag front11.00-16 (2WD)
Ag front14.9/13-28 (4WD)
Ag rear18.4/15-38
Dimensions
Wheelbase111 inches | 281 cm
Length191 inches | 485 cm
Width82 inches | 208 cm
Ground clearance16.4 inches | 41 cm
Weight
2WD ROPS (2WD)12995 lbs | 5894 kg
2WD cab (2WD)13595 lbs | 6166 kg
4WD ROPS (4WD)14200 lbs | 6441 kg
4WD cab (4WD)14800 lbs | 6713 kg
4WD cab Powershift15520 lbs | 7039 kg
Height
ROPS115 inches | 292 cm
Cab113.8 inches | 289 cm
Exhaust124.6 inches | 316 cm