SPECS / COMPARISON
Ford 640 vs Case 430
A detailed comparison of the Ford 640 and the Case 430. Click a model name to view its full specifications.
Weight
Ford 6401370.0 kg (3020.3 lbs)
Case 4301415.0 kg (3119.5 lbs)
| Specification | Ford 640 Agricultural Tractors | Case 430 Agricultural Tractors |
|---|---|---|
| Tractor Type | Utility Tractor | Utility Tractor |
| Weight | 1370.0 kg (3020.3 lbs) | 1415.0 kg (3119.5 lbs) |
| Lift Capacity | 567.0 kg (1250.0 lbs) | — |
| Transmission Type | Unsynchronized gear with dry disc clutch | Mechanical shuttle with dry disc clutch |
| Length | 308.0 cm (121.3 in.) | 330.0 cm (129.9 in.) |
| Years Made | 1964-1967 | 1960-1969 |
| Engine Model | Ford EAE Red Tiger | J.I. Case |
| Engine Type | 4-stroke, liquid-cooled, inline | 4-stroke, liquid-cooled, inline |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline/LP-gas | Diesel |
| Cylinders | 4 | 4 |
| Displacement | 2196 cc (134.0 cu in.) | 3087 cc (188.4 cu in.) |
| Bore | 8.71 cm (3.43 in.) | 9.70 cm (3.82 in.) |
| Stroke | 9.09 cm (3.58 in.) | 10.49 cm (4.13 in.) |
| Rear PTO Type | Transmission | Live or independent |
| Rear PTO Speed | 540 RPM | 540 or 540/1000 RPM |
| Compression Ratio | 6.6:1 | 17.5:1 |
| Battery | 6 V | — |
| Starter | Electric | Electric |
| Height | 149.0 cm (58.7 in.) | 128.0 cm (Hood Height: 50.4 in.) |
| Wheelbase | 191.0 cm (75.2 in.) | 191.0 cm (75.2 in.) |
| Ground Clearance | 53.0 cm (20.9 in.) | — |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41.6 l (11.0 gal) | 49.2 l (13.0 gal) |
| Oil Capacity | 4.7 l (1.2 gal) | 4.7 l (1.2 gal) |
| Coolant Capacity | 14.2 l (3.8 gal) | 12.8 l (3.4 gal) |
| Hydraulic Capacity | 8.5 l (2.2 gal) | — |
| Gears | 4 forward and 1 reverse | 8 forward and 8 reverse |
| Chassis | 4×2 2WD | 4×2 2WD |
| Max. Travel Speed | 6.9 km/h (Forward: 13.7 MPH (22.0 km/h) Reverse: 4.3 MPH) | 7.9 km/h (Forward: 19.8 MPH (31.9 km/h) Reverse: 4.9 MPH) |
| Brakes | Differential mechanical expanding shoe | Mechanical band/disc |
| Drawbar Category | I | I |
| Cabin Type | Open operator station | Open operator station |
| Steering Type | Manual or power assist | Manual or power |
| Front Tires | Ag: 5.50-16 | Ag: 6.00×16, 7.50×16 |
| Rear Tires | Ag: 11-28 | Ag: 11×24, 13×24 |
| Steering Flow | 24.6 LPM (6.5 GPM) | — |
| Horsepower | — | 25.4 kW (34.0 HP) |
| Pump Flow | — | 32.2 LPM (8.5 GPM) |
| Rated RPM | — | 1750 RPM |
| Transmission Model | — | Dual-Range Shuttle |
| Hitch Type | — | Case Eagle Hitch |
| Hydraulic Type | — | Dual-Control |
| Valves | — | 1 |
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