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Bolinder-Munktell 230 vs Bolinder-Munktell BM-21

Verdict: Bolinder-Munktell 230 vs Bolinder-Munktell BM-21

The Bolinder-Munktell 230 and the Bolinder-Munktell BM-21 are both tractors — here is how they stack up on the figures that matter. Bolinder-Munktell BM-21 leads on rated power with 43 hp against 29 hp. Bolinder-Munktell 230 is the lighter machine (1,910 kg vs 2,674 kg), which helps on soft ground and transport, while the heavier model carries more ballast for traction-limited draft work. Bolinder-Munktell BM-21 holds more fuel (74.9 L vs 50.0 L) for longer stints between fills. In short: choose the Bolinder-Munktell BM-21 for outright pulling power, or the Bolinder-Munktell 230 if a tighter budget and lighter footprint matter more. Compare the full spec tables below before booking a demo.

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Fit & specs
Bolinder-Munktell 230 Tractor
Bolinder-Munktell
62
Fit score
Best match
Clear
Bolinder-Munktell BM-21 Tractor
Bolinder-Munktell
62
Fit score
Best match
Clear
Rated power
29 hp
43 hp
Confidence
40%
40%
Guide price
Overview
Manufacturer
Bolinder-MunktellReference
Bolinder-Munktell (a part of Volvo)Reference
Total built
4976Reference
Engine
liquid-cooledReference
liquid-cooledReference
Fuel tank
50.0 LReference
74.9 LReference
Engine
21.6 kWReference
32.1 kWReference
Belt (claimed)
20.1 kWReference
Displacement
2.2 LReference
5.3 LReference
Bore/Stroke
105 x 130 mmReference
150 x 150 mmReference
Power
21.6 kWReference
32.1 kWReference
Fuel system
direct injectionReference
Air cleaner
oil bathReference
Compression
16.5:1Reference
Rated RPM
1700Reference
1050Reference
Torque
1647.5 NmReference
Torque RPM
1000Reference
Starter volts
12Reference
24Reference
Starter power
1.9 kWReference
Oil capacity
7.0 LReference
10.5 LReference
Coolant capacity
9.0 LReference
22.1 LReference
Intake valve clearance
0.457 mmReference
Exhaust valve clearance
0.457 mmReference
Starter
electricReference
Transmission
Gears
5 forward and 1 reverseReference
5 forward and 1 reverseReference
Clutch
dry discReference
PTO & Hydraulics
Type
gearReference
gearReference
Pressure
110.0 barReference
Rear Type
IReference
Rear lift
650 kgReference
Rear PTO Type
540Reference
540 (1.375)Reference
Engine RPM
540@1700Reference
Dimensions
Wheelbase
184 cmReference
205 cmReference
Weight
1910 kgReference
2674 kgReference
Front tire
5.5x16Reference
7.50x18Reference
Rear tire
11x28Reference
13x30Reference
Ag front
5.5x16Reference
7.50x18Reference
Ag rear
11x28Reference
13x30Reference
Length
284 cmReference
325 cmReference
Width
182 cmReference
Height (steering wheel)
184 cmReference
Height (hood)
151 cmReference
Front tread
133 cmReference
Rear tread
145 cmReference
Electrical
Charging system
alternatorReference
generatorReference
Battery volts
12Reference
6Reference
Batteries
4Reference

Fit score weighs budget, operation size, crop match and data confidence against the details above. It’s guidance, not advice — always confirm with a dealer demo.

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