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Ford 4830

Production years: 1990–1993

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Engine horsepower
65 HP
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Displacement
4.2 L
4-cylinder engine
Drive and chassis
4WD
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Operating weight
2,960 kg
6,527 lbs

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Specific Output
15.5 HP/L
Aspiration: Unknown
Traction Ratio
45.5 kg/HP
Heavy ballast for draft pull
PTO Efficiency
—
Mechanical driveline
Hydraulic Flow
14.3 GPM
54 L/min capacity

Engine and power specifications

Engine model
Ford
Fuel type
Diesel
Rated horsepower
65 hp
Rated PTO Power
N/A (Ford specification)
Cylinders
4
Displacement
4.2 L (255.7 ci)
Bore / stroke
4.41x4.21 inches 112 x 107 mm
Rated RPM
2200 RPM
Crankcase oil capacity
N/A
Coolant capacity
N/A

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Transmission and chassis specifications

Transmission type
N/A
Gears (forward / reverse)
8 forward / 2 reverse
Drive system
4WD
Wheelbase
89.8 in
Front tire
7.50-18
Rear tire
13.6R36
Hydraulic flow
14.3 GPM
Rear hitch
N/A
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Overloaded / Wheel Slip Alert(115%)
CAD DRAFT SCHEMATIC • Wide-Span Field Cultivator
SOIL: Medium Tilled LoamDEPTH: 4"SPEED: 7 MPH115% LOAD
SOIL SURFACE (0.0")SUB-SURFACE PLOW PAN (~14")65 HP◄ 3,129 LBS DRAFT4" DEPTH
DRAWBAR DEMAND: 58.4 HPWIDTH / SIZE: 18 ft Width
ASABE D497.7 Tillage Specific Resistance Formula
Implement Size (ft Width)18 ft Width
18 ft WidthDefault: 4270 ft Width
Tillage / Seeding Depth4 inches (10 cm)
2"Target: 4"6"
Target Operating Field Speed7.0 mph (11.3 km/h)
5 mphRated: 7 mph9 mph
Engine Power Demand vs Rated Output74.9 HP / 65 HP Rated
0%55% (Min Load)60-85% (Sweet Spot)100% (Cap)
Draft Force
3,129 lbs
Drawbar Power
58.4 HP
Target Slip
8% - 12%
Axle Ballast Balance (MFWD / Mechanical Front Assist )Calibrated for Wide-Span Field Cultivator (100 lbs/HP standard)
Target: 6,500 lbs
Front Axle: 38%Rear Axle: 62%
1,120 kg (2,470 lbs)1,828 kg (4,030 lbs)
Ballast Adjustment vs Base:-27 lbs (-12 kg)
Hourly Diesel Burn
3 gal/h
11.4 L/hr (est. $12/h)
Hydraulic Fan Status
Standard Draw
No fan req

Engine demand (74.9 HP) exceeds rated power (65 HP). Reduce working speed by 1.0-1.5 mph or reduce working width.

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Operating Meter Hours3,200 hrs
Mechanical & Physical Condition
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Estimated Fair Market Value
$6,663
Basis: 65 HP • 36 yrs old
Auction / Wholesale
$5,464 – $6,130
Dealer Retail Asking
$6,996 – $7,862
3-Year Projected Resale Curve~5% annual retention decay
Year 2027
$6,330
Year 2028
$6,013
Year 2029
$5,713

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Ford, a division of the Ford Motor Company, is a pioneering force in the agricultural machinery sector with a legacy spanning over a century. Founded in 1900, Ford initially gained prominence with the Fordson Model F, which became one of the most successful tractors globally, selling over 650,000 units. However, it was the introduction innovative N-series tractors that truly cemented Ford's reputation in agriculture. Introduced in 1939, the 9N was the first American-made production tractor to feature Harry Ferguson's three-point hitch system, a revolutionary design that transformed tractor versatility and efficiency. This innovation set a new industry standard, significantly improving the tractor's ability to perform a wide range of agricultural tasks. The subsequent models, the 2N and 8N, built upon this legacy. The 2N, released in 1942, was adapted to wartime manufacturing constraints, while the 8N, launched in 1947, offered increased power and an enhanced transmission, becoming one of the most popular farm tractors in North America with over 530,000 units sold worldwide.

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