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Ford 8830 vs Ford TW-30
Verdict: Ford 8830 vs Ford TW-30
The Ford 8830 and the Ford TW-30 are both tractors — here is how they stack up on the figures that matter. Ford TW-30 leads on rated power with 188 hp against 170 hp. Ford TW-30 is the lighter machine (6,622 kg vs 12,995 kg), which helps on soft ground and transport, while the heavier model carries more ballast for traction-limited draft work. Ford 8830 is the newer design (1990 vs 1979). In short: choose the Ford TW-30 for outright pulling power, or the Ford 8830 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
170 hp
188 hp
Confidence
40%
40%
Guide price
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Overview
Manufacturer
FordReference
FordReference
The Dual Power transmission provides a 'Powerdrive' low range to the basic constant mesh transmission. A foot switch next to the clutch is used to engage and disengage the mode, and may be switched while the tractor is in motion. A "rabbit" or "turtle" display light on the instrument panel indicates which mode the transmission is selected.Reference
18.4x38 rear tires.Reference
Original price
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$52,277Reference
Engine
Drawbar (tested)
108.6 kWReference
106.0 kWReference
4WD cab Powershift
7039 kgReference
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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
15.6:1Reference
Rated RPM
2200Reference
2200Reference
Firing order
1-5-3-6-2-4Reference
1-5-3-6-2-4Reference
Starter volts
12Reference
12Reference
Coolant capacity
23.1 LReference
23.2 LReference
Intake valve clearance
0.356 mmReference
0.356 mmReference
Exhaust valve clearance
0.432 mmReference
0.432 mmReference
Oil capacity
91.9 LReference
87.1 LReference
Fuel tank
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90.8 LReference
Engine (gross)
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140.3 kWReference
Engine
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130.5 kWReference
Drawbar (claimed)
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107.5 kWReference
Power
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130.5 kWReference
Power (gross)
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140.3 kWReference
Air cleaner
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dry with precleanerReference
Torque
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669.9 NmReference
Torque RPM
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1600Reference
Power at rated engine speed
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121.8 kWReference
Max power
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106.0 kWReference
Transmission
Transmission
Dual Power - constant meshReference
Dual PowerReference
Gears
16 forward and 4 reverseReference
16 forward and 4 reverseReference
Clutch
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356mm cerametallic discReference
PTO & Hydraulics
PTO (claimed)
126.8 kWReference
121.5 kWReference
PTO (tested)
127.6 kWReference
121.8 kWReference
Type
open center gear pump, dual pumps optionalReference
23Reference
Pressure
172.4 barReference
172.4 barReference
Valves
2 to 4Reference
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Pump flow
108.3 lpmReference
30.3 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
independentReference
Rear PTO Type
1000Reference
1000Reference
Steering flow
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15.9 lpmReference
Rear lift (at 24"/610mm)
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3095 kgReference
Power at rated PTO speed
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117.1 kWReference
Capacities
Fuel
92.7 LReference
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Steering
1.9 LReference
hydrostatic powerReference
Front hubs
0.8 LReference
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Front diff.
7.5 LReference
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Dimensions
Wheelbase
281 cmReference
280 cmReference
Weight
12995 to 15520 poundsReference
6622 kgReference
Front tire
11.00-16Reference
11.00-16Reference
Rear tire
18.4/15-38Reference
18.4-38Reference
Ag front
14.9/13-28 (4WD)Reference
14.9x28 (4WD)Reference
Ag rear
18.4/15-38Reference
30.5x32Reference
Length
485 cmReference
484 cmReference
Width
208 cmReference
270 cmReference
Ground clearance
41 cmReference
40 cmReference
2WD ROPS
5894 kgReference
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2WD cab
6166 kgReference
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4WD ROPS
6441 kgReference
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4WD cab
6713 kgReference
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Operating weight
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6622 kgReference
Ballasted weight
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8994 kgReference
Bar rear axle
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2667 mmReference
Front tread
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152 to 213 cmReference
Rear tread
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152 to 279 cmReference
Ford 8830 attachments
8830 Serial Numbers
1990
A925439Reference
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1991
A928924Reference
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1992
A930626Reference
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1993
A931957Reference
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Location:
Tractor's rear axle.Reference
Under right grill panelReference
Electrical
Ground
negativeReference
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Charging system
alternatorReference
alternatorReference
Charging amps
90Reference
72Reference
Battery volts
12Reference
12Reference
Battery AH
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128Reference
Ford 8830 Height
ROPS
292 cmReference
286 cmReference
Cab
289 cmReference
294 cmReference
Exhaust
316 cmReference
312 cmReference
Speeds
TW-30 Serial Numbers
1979
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C592200Reference
1980
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C635700Reference
1981
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C660700Reference
1982
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C682200Reference
1983
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C694500Reference
Ford TW-30 Height
Hood
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203 cmReference
Test results
Fuel use
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35.6 l/hourReference
Max pull
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7508 kgReference
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.