Ford 4130 Overview

The Ford 4130 is a 1990-1991 Ford utility tractor. The core published specs point to a 3.3 L three-cylinder engine, independent rear PTO, Category II rear hitch, and open-center hydraulic system.
The strongest Ford 4130 power evidence is the DLG/OECD report for OECD Test 1342 R. Treat those power numbers as test-configuration results, not as a blanket value for every tractor wearing a 4130 badge.
For parts and service work, match the tractor's model code, serial range, engine, transmission, PTO setup, and build-year evidence before relying on any brief listing or manual coverage note.
Ford 4130 Quick Answers
- Production yearsPublished model-year coverage for the Ford 4130 is 1990 through 1991.
- PowerFord 4130 OECD Test 1342 R lists 41 kW rated engine output at 2200 rpm, 37.7 kW measured PTO output at rated speed, and 29.8 kW drawbar output at 8.3 km/h for the tested configuration.
- EngineThe DLG/OECD report identifies a Ford K201 CID NA three-cylinder engine with 3310 cm3 displacement and 2200 rpm rated speed.
- Rear PTO and hitchThe DLG/OECD report lists one rear PTO with 540 and 540E speeds and a Category II rear hitch.
- Service capacityCoolant capacity is 11 qts (10.4 L).
Engine and Power
Use the DLG/OECD power figures as test-specific values. Ford 4130 OECD Test 1342 R lists a Ford K201 CID NA three-cylinder engine, 3310 cm3 displacement, 2200 rpm rated speed, 41 kW rated engine output, 37.7 kW PTO output at rated speed, and 29.8 kW drawbar output at 8.3 km/h.
Diesel engine
Ford / diesel / 3-cylinder / liquid-cooled
| Displacement | 201 ci 3.3 L |
|---|---|
| Bore Stroke | 4.4x4.4 inches 112 x 112 mm |
| Rated Rpm | 2200 |
| Starter Volts | 12 |
| Coolant Capacity | 11 qts 10.4 L |
Manufacturer
Manufacture years
Transmission
The DLG/OECD test report describes an 8 forward/8 reverse synchronized shuttle transmission for the tested Ford 4130. Use the transmission fitted to the tractor before comparing PTO, drawbar, or service data.
PTO and Hitch
The DLG/OECD report lists one rear PTO with 540 and 540E speed coverage. Match implements against the tractor's actual PTO equipment, hitch setup, tire/ballast condition, and transmission before using the power-test result as a practical limit.
Rear PTO
Rear PTO type
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 need more context than the summary numbers can carry.
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.
Tractor test report
- Ford 4130 OECD Test 1342 Rtested performance
DLG/OECD test report for a Ford 4130 test configuration, covering engine, PTO power, drawbar power, hydraulics, weights, and dimensions.
Open test report
Manual
- Ford Tractor 3430, 3930,4130,4630 and 4830 Operators Manual - Englishoperation, lubrication, maintenance
Operator’s manual for Ford 3430/3930/4130/4630/4830 family; includes operation, lubrication, maintenance
Open source - Ford New Holland Tractor 3430 3930 4130 4630 4830 Operators Manualoperation, lubrication, maintenance
Operator manual (Ford/New Holland family) including 4130 applicability; reproduction of original manual
Open 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.