Ford New Holland 8630
Built: 1989–1994 · Series: 30-Serie
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Ford New Holland 30 range – from the 3430 to the 8830 from Basildon: three- to six-cylinder diesel with 31 to 137 kW, up to 8.3 tonnes weight
After Ford took over New Holland in 1986, the agricultural machinery division traded for several years as Ford New Holland, with production including the plant at Basildon in England. The 30 range succeeded the earlier 10 range in the early 1990s. This page covers the three versions 3430, 8630 and 8830, spanning from a compact all-purpose tractor to a powerful large tractor.
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The register lists 3 versions here with 31.1 to 136.8 kW rated output from three- to six-cylinder diesel engines of 3,141 to 6,582 cc displacement. Kerb weight ranges from 2,742 to 8,346 kg, length from 3,525 to 5,243 mm, width from 1,771 to 2,665 mm and height from 2,451 to 3,065 mm. Maximum torque ranges from 170 to 471 Nm at rated speeds of 1,970 to 2,200 rpm.
The wide span from the compact 3430 to the heavy 8830 shows the breadth of the Ford New Holland 30 range, which covered everything from the smaller family farm to the large arable enterprise. In this decade, the range competed with the comparable series from John Deere, Case IH and Massey Ferguson for market share in the European and American agricultural machinery markets.
When buying a used model from the 30 range, check, depending on size, the condition of the injection pump and turbocharger, wear on the clutch and gearbox, and on the larger models the four-wheel drive and brakes. Spare parts for this range are available through the New Holland dealer network, which continues to support the technical succession of Ford New Holland today.
Sources: SpecCodex register, model data: Ford New Holland 30-Serie, New Holland (Nachfolgemarke)
Technical data
Engine
| Fuel | dieselcorrect |
|---|---|
| Power | 132 hp (97.1 kW)correct |
| Rated speed | 2,200 rpmcorrect |
| Torque | 471 Nmcorrect |
| Speed at max. torque | 1,500 rpmcorrect |
| Cylinders | 6correct |
| Displacement | 6,572 cm³correct |
| Bore | 111.78 mmcorrect |
| Stroke | 111.78 mmcorrect |
| Compression ratio | 15.6correct |
| Cooling | water-cooledcorrect |
Dimensions and weights
| Length | 5,243 mmcorrect |
|---|---|
| Width | 2,123 mmcorrect |
| Height | 3,065 mmcorrect |
| Wheelbase | 2,667 mmcorrect |
| Ground clearance | 394 mmcorrect |
| Unladen weight | 8,346 kgcorrect |
Drivetrain and chassis
| Drive | four-wheel drivecorrect |
|---|---|
| Gearbox | 18 V/9 R or 16 V/4 Rcorrect |
| Front tyres | 14.9-28 AScorrect |
| Rear tyres | 18.4 R 38 AScorrect |
| Top speed | 30 km/hcorrect |
Origin and approval
| Construction | unit construction (no separate frame)correct |
|---|
Where this model stands
Power-to-weight ratio: 11.6 kW/t (97 kW / 8.3 t)
Power class: Large (100–180 hp)
Stronger than 78% of the tractors in the register — out of 15,663 models with a stated power figure.
Calculated from the documented figures above — not a rating.
Frequently asked questions
How much power does the Ford New Holland 8630 have?
The Ford New Holland 8630 delivers 132 hp.
How much does the Ford New Holland 8630 weigh?
The unladen weight is 8,346 kg.
What engine does the Ford New Holland 8630 have?
6 cylinders, 6,572 cm³ displacement, Diesel.
How fast does the Ford New Holland 8630 go?
Top speed is 30 km/h.
What are the dimensions of the Ford New Holland 8630?
5,243 mm × 2,123 mm × 3,065 mm.
When was the Ford New Holland 8630 built?
Production years: 1989–1994.
What to check before buying
- Check the hour meter against the service records — a replaced instrument is the most common gap.
- Compare the data plate and chassis number with the papers.
- Check the weights in the papers against the figures here — attachments change them.
- Check front and rear tyre sizes: mismatched pairs strain the drivetrain.
- Shift the gearbox cold and warm — jumps only show up at temperature.
- Load the hydraulics and watch for sag.
- Ask about parts availability for this build year — the running costs hang on it.
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