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Ford 8430 vs Ford FW-25
Verdict: Ford 8430 vs Ford FW-25
The Ford 8430 and the Ford FW-25 are both tractors — here is how they stack up on the figures that matter. Ford 8430 leads on rated power with 140 hp against 135 hp. Ford 8430 is the newer design (1992 vs 1986). In short: choose the Ford 8430 for outright pulling power, or the Ford FW-25 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
Ford
85
Fit score
Best match
Clear
Ford
85
Fit score
Best match
Clear
Rated power
140 hp
135 hp
Confidence
40%
40%
Guide price
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Overview
Manufacturer
Ford (a part of New Holland)Reference
WaltannaReference
Four gears (1-4) in three ranges (I, II, III) plus reverse (R) range with additional dual range shift (creeper/normal).Reference
liquid-cooledReference
Distributor
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FordReference
Engine
Engine
104.4 kWReference
121.5 kWReference
Displacement
5.8 LReference
6.6 LReference
Bore/Stroke
104 x 115 mmReference
112 x 112 mmReference
Power
104.4 kWReference
121.5 kWReference
Rated RPM
2500Reference
2200Reference
Starter
electricReference
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Starter volts
12Reference
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Fuel tank
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495.1 LReference
Torque
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584.4 NmReference
Torque RPM
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1600Reference
Starter type
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electricReference
Transmission
Type
creeperReference
two-speed power shiftReference
Gears
24 forward and 8 reverseReference
16 forward and 4 reverseReference
PTO & Hydraulics
Rear Type
IIReference
IIIReference
Control
position and draft controlReference
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Rear PTO
independentReference
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Clutch
305mm cerametallic discReference
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Rear PTO Type
540/1000 (1.375)Reference
540/1000Reference
PTO (claimed)
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101.0 kWReference
Pressure
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172.4 barReference
Valves
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3Reference
Pump flow
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75.7 lpmReference
Rear lift
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6860 kgReference
Engine RPM
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1000@1920Reference
Electrical
Charging system
alternatorReference
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Battery volts
12Reference
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Speeds
Dimensions
Wheelbase
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342 cmReference
Weight
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9200 kgReference
Front tire
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23.1x34Reference
Rear tire
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23.1x34Reference
Ag front
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23.1x34Reference
Ag rear
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23.1x34Reference
Length
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660 cmReference
Width
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264 cmReference
Height (exhaust)
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339 cmReference
Front tread
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157 to 274 cmReference
Rear tread
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157 to 274 cmReference
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.


