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Ford 8730 vs Ford FW-25
Verdict: Ford 8730 vs Ford FW-25
The Ford 8730 and the Ford FW-25 are both tractors — here is how they stack up on the figures that matter. Ford 8730 leads on rated power with 141 hp against 135 hp. Ford FW-25 is the lighter machine (9,200 kg vs 12,185 kg), which helps on soft ground and transport, while the heavier model carries more ballast for traction-limited draft work. Ford 8730 is the newer design (1990 vs 1986). In short: choose the Ford 8730 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
141 hp
135 hp
Confidence
40%
40%
Guide price
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Overview
Manufacturer
FordReference
WaltannaReference
Tranmission is operated with two levers and the clutch pedal. Left lever selects high, low, or the optional creeper range. Right lever selects one of four forward gears, or reverse. Tractor must be stopped to make gear or range changes.Reference
liquid-cooledReference
Distributor
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FordReference
Engine
Drawbar (tested)
93.1 kWReference
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Displacement
6.6 LReference
6.6 LReference
Bore/Stroke
112 x 112 mmReference
112 x 112 mmReference
Compression
15.6:1Reference
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Rated RPM
2200Reference
2200Reference
Firing order
1-5-3-6-2-4Reference
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Coolant capacity
22.3 LReference
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Intake valve clearance
0.356 mmReference
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Exhaust valve clearance
0.432 mmReference
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Oil capacity
82.6 LReference
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Power at rated engine speed
104.9 kWReference
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Max power
93.1 kWReference
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Fuel tank
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495.1 LReference
Engine
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121.5 kWReference
Power
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121.5 kWReference
Torque
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584.4 NmReference
Torque RPM
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1600Reference
Starter type
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electricReference
Transmission
Transmission
Constant meshReference
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Gears
8 forward and 2 reverseReference
16 forward and 4 reverseReference
PTO & Hydraulics
PTO (claimed)
104.4 kWReference
101.0 kWReference
PTO (tested)
104.9 kWReference
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Type
open center gear pump, dual pumps optionalReference
two-speed power shiftReference
Pressure
172.4 barReference
172.4 barReference
Valves
2 to 4Reference
3Reference
Pump flow
108.3 lpmReference
75.7 lpmReference
SCV flow
71.9 lpmReference
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Steering cap.
1.9 LReference
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Steering press.
139.6 barReference
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Rear Type
3/2Reference
IIIReference
Control
position and draft controlReference
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Rear PTO
independentReference
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Rear PTO Type
540/1000Reference
540/1000Reference
Power at rated PTO speed
101.2 kWReference
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Rear lift
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6860 kgReference
Engine RPM
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1000@1920Reference
Capacities
Fuel
92.7 LReference
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Steering
1.9 LReference
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Dimensions
Wheelbase
281 cmReference
342 cmReference
Weight
12185 to 14710 poundsReference
9200 kgReference
Front tire
11.00-16Reference
23.1x34Reference
Rear tire
18.4/15-38Reference
23.1x34Reference
Ag front
14.9/13-28 (4WD)Reference
23.1x34Reference
Ag rear
18.4/15-38Reference
23.1x34Reference
Length
485 cmReference
660 cmReference
Width
208 cmReference
264 cmReference
Ground clearance
41 cmReference
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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
Ford 8730 attachments
Electrical
Charging system
alternatorReference
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Charging amps
90Reference
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Battery volts
12Reference
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Ford 8730 Height
ROPS
292 cmReference
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Cab
289 cmReference
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Exhaust
316 cmReference
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Test results
Fuel use
30.7 l/hourReference
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Max pull
7082 kgReference
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Speeds
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.