John Deere 730 Specs, Reviews, Price, Engine Oil Capacity, Weight, Serial Numbers, Attachments, History, Features & Pictures
The John Deere 730 is a row-crop 2WD tractor that belongs to the Two-Cylinder 30 series. ( 630, 730, 830) The tractor was produced by John Deere in Waterloo, Iowa, USA from 1958 until 1961.
The John Deere model 730 replaced the John Deere 720 tractor, offering cosmetic upgrades. A notable selection was the deluxe flat-top fenders with headlights.
Front-end choices on the John Deere row-crop 730 were a single wheel, conventional or Roll-O-Matic dual front, or wide adjustable front.
The John Deere 730 diesel (along with the John Deere 720) held a 27-year fuel economy record for the most efficient diesel tractor at the Nebraska Tractor Test Laboratory.
Tractor John Deere 730 is equipped with one of two engines: a 5.9 L (360.5 cu*in) two-cylinder gasoline/LP-gas/all-fuel engine or a 6.2 L (376.0 cu*in) two-cylinder diesel engine and unsynchronized gear transmission with 6 forward and 1 reverse gear.
John Deere Row-Crop Tractor featured an unsynchronized gear, 6 forward and 1 reverse gear, 4×2 2WD, 6790 to 7861 pounds weight, and differential mechanical drum brakes.
John Deere 730 Row-Crop tractor attachments include John Deere 45 front-end loader.
Now, let’s find out the John Deere Row-Crop Tractor Price, Parts Specs, Reviews, Serial numbers & Images.
John Deere 730 Price
John Deere 730 Original Price: $3700 (1960)
Here are the prices for John Deere 730 diesel for sale:
- EquipmentFacts.com: a John Deere 730 diesel tractor sold for USD $5,000.00.
- AuctionTime.com: a 1960 John Deere 730 diesel tractor sold for USD $515.00
The John Deere 730 Review Video
John Deere 730 Specs
Variants
| 730 General-Purpose | row-crop tractor |
| 730 Standard | wheatland-style tractor |
| 730 Hi-Crop | high-crop tractor |
History
| Manufacturer: | John Deere |
| Factory: | Waterloo, Iowa, USA |
| Total built: | 24,495 |
| 3,560 (gasoline) | |
| 177 (all-fuel) | |
| 3,263 (LP-gas) | |
| 17,032 (diesel, 3,703 used pony engine) | |
| Original price (USD): | $3700 (1960) |
Gasoline Engine
| Engine | John Deere gasoline 2-cylinder 4-valve liquid-cooled 360.5 ci [5.9 L] |
| Bore/Stroke: | 6.00×6.375 inches [152 x 162 mm] |
| Fuel use: | 4.514 gal/hour [17.1 l/hour] |
| Air cleaner: | oil bath |
| Compression: | 6.14:1 |
| Rated RPM: | 1125 |
| Starter volts: | 12 |
| Coolant capacity: | 29 qts [27.4 L] |
All Fuel Engine
| Engine | John Deere all-fuel 2-cylinder 4-valve liquid-cooled 360.5 ci [5.9 L] |
| Bore/Stroke: | 6.00×6.375 inches [152 x 162 mm] |
| Fuel use: | 3.891 gal/hour [14.7 l/hour] |
| Air cleaner: | oil bath |
| Compression: | 4.91:1 |
| Rated RPM: | 1125 |
| Firing order: | 1-2 |
| Starter volts: | 12 |
| Coolant capacity: | 29 qts [27.4 L] |
L P GAS Engine
| John Deere LP gas 2-cylinder 4-valve liquid-cooled 360.5 ci [5.9 L] | |
| Bore/Stroke: | 6.00×6.375 inches [152 x 162 mm] |
| Fuel use: | 5.984 gal/hour [22.6 l/hour] |
| Air cleaner: | oil bath |
| Compression: | 7.94:1 |
| Rated RPM: | 1125 |
| Firing order: | 1-2 |
| Starter volts: | 12 |
| Coolant capacity: | 29 qts [27.4 L] |
Diesel Engine
| John Deere diesel 2-cylinder 4-valve liquid-cooled | |
| Bore/Stroke: | 6.125×6.375 inches [156 x 162 mm] |
| Fuel use: | 3.153 gal/hour [11.9 l/hour] |
| Air cleaner: | oil bath |
| Compression: | 16:1 |
| Rated RPM: | 1125 |
| Firing order: | 1-2 |
| Starter: | pony motor |
| electric | |
| Starter volts: | 6 (diesel pony) |
| 24 (diesel electric) |
Capacity
| Fuel: | 24.5 gal [92.7 L] (all-fuel) |
| 26.5 gal [100.3 L] (gasoline) | |
| 33 gal [124.9 L] (LP gas) | |
| 20 gal [75.7 L] (diesel) | |
| Aux. fuel: | 1 gal [3.8 L] (all-fuel) |
| 0.25 gal [0.9 L] (diesel pony) |
Power
| Drawbar (claimed): | 53 hp [39.5 kW] |
| PTO (claimed): | 59 hp [44.0 kW] |
| Plows: | 5 |
| Drawbar (tested): | 53.41 hp [39.8 kW] |
| Belt (tested): | 57.77 hp [43.1 kW] |
Mechanical
| Chassis: | 4×2 2WD |
| Steering: | manual |
| power (optional) | |
| Brakes: | differential mechanical drum |
| Cab: | Open operator station. Optional Float-Ride seat. |
Transmission
| Manufacturer: | John Deere |
| Type: | unsynchronized gear |
| Gears: | 6 forward and 1 reverse |
Hydraulics
| Type: | open center |
| Valves: | 1 or 2 |
PTO
| Rear PTO: | independent |
| Rear RPM: | 540 |
Belt Pulley
| Diameter: | 12.8 inches [32 cm] |
| Width: | 7.4 inches [18 cm] |
| RPM: | 1,125 |
| Speed: | 3,790 ft/min [1155.19 meters/min] |
Dimensions
| Weight (shipping): | 6,790 lbs [3079 kg] (gasoline) |
| 7,100 lbs [3220 kg] (LP-gas) | |
| 7,105 lbs [3222 kg] (diesel) | |
| Weight (operating): | 7,445 lbs [3377 kg] (gasoline) |
| 7,861 lbs [3565 kg] (diesel) | |
| Weight (ballasted): | 9,241 lbs [4191 kg] |
| Wheelbase: | 93.7 inches [237 cm] |
| Length: | 135.25 inches [343 cm] |
| Width: | 86.625 inches [220 cm] |
| Height: | 88.25 inches [224 cm] |
| Front tread: | 48 to 80 inches [121 to 203 cm] |
| Rear tread: | 60 to 88 inches [152 to 223 cm] 60 to 104 inches (long axle) [152 to 264 cm] (long axle) 60 to 122 inches (extra-long axle) [152 to 309 cm] (extra-long axle) |
Tires
| Ag front: | 6.00-16 |
| 11.00-12 (single-front) | |
| Ag rear: | 13.6-38 |
| 15.5-38 | |
| 12-38 | |
| 13-38 |
Electrical
| Ground: | positive* |
| floating ((The 24V electric-start diesel is not chassis grounded, with both sides of the battery system connected to the starter. The lights and gauges are split into two 12V systems.) | |
| Charging system: | generator |
Battery
| Number: | 1 (diesel pony) |
| 2 (gas/LP) | |
| 4 (diesel-electric) | |
| Volts: | 6 |
John Deere 730 Attachments
| 45 Loader: | |
| Loader type: | John Deere 45 |
| Height (to pin): | 126 inches [320 cm] |
| Lift to full height (at pin): | 2,000 lbs [907 kg] |
John Deere 730 Serial Number
- 1958: 7300000
- 1959: 7303761
- 1960: 7322075
- 1961: 7328801
- Final: 7330358
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Final Words
The John Deere 730 tractor is equipped with one of two engines: a 5.9 L (360.5 cu·in) six-cylinder diesel engine or a 5.9 L (360.5 cu·in) six-cylinder gasoline engine.
The maximum speed of the John Deere 730 tractor is approximately 15 mph (24 km/h).
Some pros of the John Deere 730 tractor include its durability, versatility, and ease of use.
Some cons of the John Deere 730 tractor include its high price, lack of features compared to newer models, and difficulty finding replacement parts.
The type of oil recommended for the John Deere 730 tractor varies depending on the model and year. Consult the owner’s manual for the recommended oil type.
The serial number of the John Deere 730 tractor is located on the left side of the transmission case, near the clutch housing.
the John Deere 730 has a drawbar horsepower of 53 and a PTO horsepower of 59.
The John Deere 730 diesel tractor with electric start has a 24-volt electrical system
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Can a 730 really go 43mph top speed or is my math off? 3790 feet per minute divided by 5280 feet in a mile gives me .71 (Or even .72 rounded up) miles per minute. .71×60 (minutes in an hour) = 43mph. Sounds way too fast.