John Deere 730: 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
ManufacturerJohn Deere
(no label)Row-Crop tractor
(no label)Built in Rosario, Argentina
(no label)The John Deere model 730, originally built in Waterloo, was also exported to Argentina and assembled at Deere's factory in Rosario. When two-cylinder production ended at Waterloo the tooling for the 730 was moved to Argentina. Production continued until 1971. Argentine model 730s were built in row-crop, standard, and high-crop variants. The paint scheme and hood medallion were different than US-built 730s.
Engine
(no label)John Deere 5.9L 2-cyl gasoline
(no label)John Deere 6.2L 2-cyl diesel
Fuel tank26.5 gal (gasoline) | 100.3 L
Fuel tank20 gal (diesel) | 75.7 L
Transmission
(no label)6-speed unsynchronized gear
Power
Drawbar (claimed)53 hp | 39.5 kW
PTO (claimed)59 hp | 44.0 kW
Plows5
Mechanical
(no label)Two-wheel drive
Steeringmanual
(no label)Differential mechanical drum brakes
(no label)Open operator station. Optional Float-Ride seat.
Hydraulics
Typeopen center
Valves1 or 2
Hitch
Rear TypeII (optional)
Pto
Rear PTOindependent
Rear PTO Type540
Dimensions
Wheelbase93.7 inches | 237 cm
Weight6790 to 7861 pounds
Front tire6.00-16
Rear tire13.6-38
Belt pulley
Diameter12.8 inches | 32 cm
Width7.4 inches | 18 cm
RPM1,125
Speed3,790 ft/min | 1155.19 meters/min
Electrical
Groundpositive
Charging systemgenerator
Batteries2
Batteries4 (diesel)
Battery volts6

Engine

Engine options
(no label)John Deere 5.9L 2-cyl gasoline
(no label)John Deere 6.2L 2-cyl diesel
Engine detail
(no label)John Deere
(no label)gasoline
(no label)2-cylinder 4-valve
(no label)liquid-cooled
Displacement360.5 ci | 5.9 L
Bore/Stroke6.00x6.375 inches | 152 x 162 mm
Fuel use4.514 gal/hour | 17.1 l/hour
Air cleaneroil bath
Compression6.14:1
Rated RPM1125
Starter volts12
Coolant capacity (Coolant)29 qts | 27.4 L
(no label)John Deere
(no label)diesel
(no label)2-cylinder 4-valve
(no label)liquid-cooled
Displacement376 ci | 6.2 L
Bore/Stroke6.125x6.375 inches | 156 x 162 mm
Fuel use3.153 gal/hour | 11.9 l/hour
Air cleaneroil bath
Compression16:1
Rated RPM1125
Firing order1-2
Starter volts24

Transmission

Transmission
ManufacturerJohn Deere
Typeunsynchronized gear
Gears6 forward and 1 reverse

Dimensions

Tires
Ag front6.00-16
Ag rear13.6-38
Ag rear15.5-38
Ag rear12-38
Ag rear13-38
Dimensions
Wheelbase93.7 inches | 237 cm
Length135.25 inches | 343 cm
Width86.625 inches | 220 cm
Height88.25 inches | 224 cm
Front tread48 to 80 inches | 121 to 203 cm
Rear tread60 to 88 inches | 152 to 223 cm
Rear tread60 to 104 inches (long axle) | 152 to 264 cm
Rear tread60 to 122 inches (extra-long axle) | 152 to 309 cm
Weight
Shipping6,790 lbs (gasoline) | 3079 kg
Shipping7,105 lbs (diesel) | 3222 kg
Operating7,445 lbs (gasoline) | 3377 kg
Operating7,861 lbs (diesel) | 3565 kg
Ballasted9,241 lbs | 4191 kg