The Ford 3430 tractor specifications include engine power rated at 46 hp (34.3 kW), an 8-forward, 2-reverse transmission, and a listed weight of 4,642 to 5,490 lbs.
Ford 3430 key specifications
| Engine power |
46 hp (34.3 kW) |
| PTO power |
38 hp (28.3 kW) |
| Displacement |
192 cu in (3.1 L) |
| Transmission |
8-forward, 2-reverse |
| Weight |
4,642 to 5,490 lbs |
| Rear PTO speed |
540 rpm |
Ford 3430 industry comparison
See how this tractor compares across up to six main specifications using the low, average and high values for Ford farm and compact tractors in this specifications database.
Engine power46 hp
Low 13 hpAverage 96.2 hpHigh 360 hp
PTO power38 hp
Low 11 hpAverage 78.8 hpHigh 316 hp
Displacement3.1 L
Low 0.7 LAverage 4.4 LHigh 14.8 L
Fuel capacity25.3 gal
Low 3.5 galAverage 40.3 galHigh 286 gal
Maximum listed weight5,490 lbs
Low 1,344 lbsAverage 8,007.5 lbsHigh 32,500 lbs
This model Ford farm and compact tractors average
Ford 3430 power chart
Compare the available engine, PTO and drawbar power ratings.
Tested drawbar power31.7 hp
Ford 3430 capacity chart
Compare the tractor's listed fuel, hydraulic and service-fluid capacities.
Maximum fuel capacity95.8 L
Ford 3430 dimensions chart
Compare the main listed tractor dimensions using centimetres.
Power and performance
| Original price |
$20,500 in 1999 (2WD) |
Engine specifications
| Bore/Stroke |
4.40 × 4.20 inches (112 × 107 mm) |
| Rated RPM |
2,000 |
| Compression |
16.3:1 |
| Coolant capacity |
11 qt (10.4 L) |
| Starter volts |
12 |
Transmission options
| Gears |
8 forward and 2 reverse |
| Clutch |
dry disc |
| Transmission type |
gear |
PTO and hitch
| Drawbar (tested) |
31.66 hp (23.6 kW) |
| PTO (tested) |
38.48 hp (28.7 kW) |
| Rear hitch category |
Category I/II |
| Hitch control |
position control with top link draft sensing |
| Rear lift |
3,080 lbs (1,397 kg) |
| Rear PTO |
independent |
| PTO engine speed |
540 PTO rpm at 1,800 engine rpm |
Hydraulics
| Hydraulic type |
open center |
| Hydraulic pressure |
2,500 psi (172.4 bar) |
| Valves |
2 to 4 |
| Pump flow |
7.7 gpm (29.1 L/min) |
| Steering flow |
3.6 gpm (13.6 L/min) |
Capacities
| ROPS fuel capacity |
17.3 gal (65.5 L) |
| Cab fuel capacity |
25.3 gal (95.8 L) |
Mechanical specifications
| Differential lock |
mechanical rear |
Electrical specifications
| Electrical ground |
negative |
| Charging system |
alternator |
| Charging amps |
55 (early) |
| Battery CCA |
800 |
| Battery volts |
12 |
Dimensions and weight
| Listed weight range |
4,642 to 5,490 lbs |
| Length |
137 inches (347 cm) |
| Width |
69.5 inches across fenders. 176 cm (minimum) |
| Ground clearance |
13.5 inches (34 cm) |
| Operating weight |
5,428 lbs (2,462 kg, 4WD ROPS) |
| ROPS height |
90.6 inches (230 cm) |
| Cab height |
95 inches (241 cm) |
| Exhaust height |
83.5 inches (212 cm) |
Tires and tread
| Front tire |
6.00-16 |
| Rear tire |
13.6-28 |
Attachments
| Boom cylinder diameter |
2.25 inches (5 cm) |
| Bucket cylinder diameter |
2.25 inches (5 cm) |
| Attachment weight |
954 lbs (432 kg), 1,636 lbs (742 kg), or 1,945 lbs (882 kg) |
| Bucket width |
60, 72, or 84 inches (152, 182, or 213 cm) |
Note: Industry comparison values are calculated from models in this specifications database. Specifications can vary by year, market, configuration, tires and optional equipment. For official specifications, check the tractor’s original operator, service or parts manual.
