Ford 8530 Transmission


Ford 8530 tractor photo
1990 - 1993
8030 Series
Row-Crop tractor
Series map:
8530
8630
116.7hp*
134.4hp*
*Estimated engine power for comparison only.
Transmission options
16-speed
8-speed
Transmission
TransmissionDual Power - constant mesh
Gears16 forward and 4 reverse
Oil capacity80 qts (2WD)
75.7 L
 85.5 qts (4WD)
80.9 L
The Dual Power transmission provides a 'Powerdrive' low range to the basic constant mesh transmission. A foot switch next to the clutch is used to engage and disengage the mode, and may be switched while the tractor is in motion. A "rabbit" or "turtle" display light on the instrument panel indicates which mode the transmission is selected.
Speeds
18.4/15-38 rear tires.
8530 Dual Power - constant mesh  speeds
Transmission
TransmissionConstant mesh
Gears8 forward and 2 reverse
Oil capacity72.8 qts (2WD)
68.9 L
 87.3 qts (4WD)
82.6 L
Tranmission is operated with two levers and the clutch pedal. Left lever selects high, low, or the optional creeper range. Right lever selects one of four forward gears, or reverse. Tractor must be stopped to make gear or range changes.
Speeds
18.4/15-38 rear tires.
8530 Constant mesh  speeds
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