Ford 8630 vs John Deere 4930
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The Ford 8630 and the John Deere 4930 deliver the same power: 160 HP.
- The Ford 8630 is the more recent model: production started in 1992, versus 1978 for the John Deere 4930.
Full specs comparison
| Ford 8630 | John Deere 4930 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 160 HP | 160 HP |
| Production years | 1992–1997 | 1978–1981 |
| Fuel | Diesel | Diesel |
| Cylinders | 6 | 6 |
| Displacement | 8.1 L | 7.6 L |
| Weight | 4 354 kg | — |
| Drive | 4WD | 2WD or 4WD |
| Transmission | Partial power shift | Partial power shift |
| Gears (fwd/rev) | 12 / 4 | 16 / 6 |
| Rear lift capacity | 6 645 kg | — |
| Wheelbase | 288 cm | 271 cm |
| Length | 441 cm | 402 cm |
| Cab | Yes | Yes |