Ford 4130 Overview
For owners, buyers, restorers, and parts searchers, the Ford 4130 is most useful when its serial range, equipment, manuals, and parts sources are checked together. The Ford 4130 is a mid‑size tractor built during its production era. It uses a 3.3 L diesel engine and a compact open‑center hydraulic system, designed to power common loader and implement work with straightforward maintenance in mind.
This reference uses OECD and manufacturer references to help owners, buyers, and restorers verify what the tractor can do, what configuration it came with, and what to check before ordering parts or performing service.
Configuration details such as serial range, engine, PTO, and hydraulics matter for parts, manuals, and test reports; use the linked sources to confirm applicability to your exact tractor.
Ford 4130 Quick Answers
- Production yearsThe Ford 4130 was produced from 1990 through 1991.
- Engine displacement3310 cm3 (3.3 L) displacement.
- Engine powerApproximately 41 kW depending on configuration.
- Rear PTO and hitchRear PTO is independent with a 540-type rear PTO and a Category II hitch.
- Service capacityCoolant capacity is 11 qts (10.4 L).
Engine and Power
Engine and power specs for the Ford 4130 center on a 3310 cm3 (3.3 L) diesel and a rated output around 41 kW. The configuration, including transmission and PTO, drives how the engine tunes into implements and maintenance decisions.
Diesel engine
Ford / diesel / 3-cylinder / liquid-cooled
| Displacement | 201 ci 3.3 L |
|---|---|
| Bore Stroke | 4.4x4.4 inches 112 x 112 mm |
| Power | 63 hp 47.0 kW |
| Rated Rpm | 2200 |
| Starter Volts | 12 |
| Coolant Capacity | 11 qts 10.4 L |
Manufacturer
Manufacture years
Engine
Transmission
The Ford 4130 uses an 8 forward and 2 reverse gear arrangement, with a straightforward layout that aligns with common Ford/NH family tractors of the era.
Configuration-specific values are split out where the same model has documented differences by engine, transmission, or equipment.
Gears
- 8 forward and 2 reverse
- 8 forward and reverse
PTO and Hitch
Rear PTO is independent and operates at 540 rpm; rear PTO speed and clutch engagement should be matched to the implement load and serial/configuration.
Rear PTO
Rear PTO type
Engine RPM
Rear hitch
Rear lift
Hydraulics
Hydraulics are open center with a nominal pump flow of 7.7 gpm (29.1 lpm) and a single remote valve; actual performance varies with loader/implement setup.
Type
Pump flow
Valves
Fluids, Battery, and Service Facts
Maintenance notes include coolant capacity of 11 qts (10.4 L); exact filter, belt, and fluid specifications depend on the serial/build configuration and should be confirmed against the operator or parts manuals.
Fuel tank
Tires and Dimensions
Tire and dimension values can vary by wheel, axle, and configuration.
Wheelbase
Weight
Length
Height
Front tire
Rear tire
Ag front
Ag rear
Manuals and Documents
The documents below add manual and parts context for the Ford 4130. They are useful for controls, service categories, and parts matching that do not fit into short spec rows.
Match coverage carefully before relying on a document for service decisions, especially when one manual or catalog covers several models, serial ranges, or tractor variants.
- Ford Tractor 3430, 3930,4130,4630 and 4830 Operators Manual - EnglishOperator’s manual for Ford 3430/3930/4130/4630/4830 family; includes operation, lubrication, maintenanceOpen source
- Ford New Holland Tractor 3430 3930 4130 4630 4830 Operators ManualOperator manual (Ford/New Holland family) including 4130 applicability; reproduction of original manualOpen source
- Ford 4130 OECD Nr. 1342 ROECD Code 2 tractor test report for Ford 4130; covers engine specs, power, PTO, hydraulics, weights, and dimensionsOpen source
- Fiche technique FORD 4130 Vision de 1991Terre-net technical fiche (1991) listing key specifications for Ford 4130 Vision (engine, hydraulics, PTO, dimensions, etc)Open source
- Nebraska Tractor Test Laboratory – Publications and SubscriptionsNTTL publishes OECD-compliant tractor test reports; online reports available since 1999; institutional reference for official testsOpen source
Parts Checks Before Ordering
Do not order Ford 4130 parts from the model name alone. Match the part to the tractor's model code, serial range, engine, transmission, PTO setup, and build year before choosing service parts.
Filters, fluids, belts, electrical parts, clutch and PTO parts, and hydraulic parts can vary by setup. Exact part numbers need a parts catalog, manual, or trusted supplier source before they become recommendations.
Accuracy Note
Tractor specifications can vary by year, region, factory configuration, installed equipment, and later repairs. Match serial range, engine, transmission, PTO setup, and model code before ordering parts or doing service work.