Overview
The Chery RD304 is a 4WD compact utility tractor manufactured in China since 2012, featuring a 30 hp gross engine power rating. It is equipped with a 3-cylinder liquid-cooled diesel engine and an 8-speed gear or shuttle transmission, weighing 3,164 lbs with a 70.1-inch wheelbase.
Ideal Applications
Transmission and Drive Configuration:
The RD304 features a 4WD drive type with 8 forward and 2 reverse gears, or an optional 8-speed shuttle transmission, and includes a mechanical rear differential lock.
Power Take-Off and Hitch Capacity:
This model provides a live rear PTO with speeds of 540/720 RPM and a claimed output of 26.7 hp, paired with a rear lift capacity of 1,115 lbs at 24 inches.
Chassis and Physical Dimensions:
Measuring 130.4 inches in length and 60 inches in width, the tractor is built with an open operator station, hydraulic power steering, and standard 11.2-24 rear tires.
Production
| Description | Compact Utility tractor / Built in China |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Chery |
Engine
| Engine type | Jiang Dong 2.8L 3-cyl diesel / Lai Dong 1.5L 3-cyl diesel |
|---|---|
| Air cleaner | oil bath |
| Bore/Stroke | 3.937x4.606 inches (100 x 117 mm) / 3.346x3.346 inches (85 x 85 mm) |
| Description | Jiang Dong TY3100IT / diesel / 3-cylinder / liquid-cooled / Lai Dong KM385 / diesel / 3-cylinder / liquid-cooled |
| Displacement | 168.2 ci (2.8 L) / 93.5 ci (1.5 L) |
| Fuel system | direct injection |
| Power (gross) | 30 hp (22.4 kW) |
| Rated RPM | 2350 |
| Starter | electric |
| Starter type | electric |
| Starter volts | 12 |
| Torque | 81.1 lb-ft (110.0 Nm) |
| Torque RPM | 1650 |
| Engine type | Jiang Dong 2.8L 3-cyl diesel / Lai Dong 1.5L 3-cyl diesel |
| Engine (gross) | 30 hp (22.4 kW) |
| PTO (claimed) | 26.7 hp (19.9 kW) |
Transmission
| Clutch | 203.2mm dry disc |
|---|---|
| Gears | 8 forward and 2 reverse / 8 forward and reverse |
| Type | gear / shuttle |
| Transmission type | 8-speed gear / 8-speed shuttle |
| Transmission type | 8-speed gear / 8-speed shuttle |
Mechanical
| Cab | Open operator station. Optional two-post ROPS and canopy. |
|---|---|
| Description | Pneumatic brake optional brakes |
| Differential lock | mechanical rear |
| Drive type | Four-wheel drive |
| Steering | hydraulic power |
Hitch
| Control | position and float control |
|---|---|
| Drawbar | fixed drawbar |
| Rear lift (at 24"/610mm) | 1115.0 lbs (505 kg) |
PTO
| Rear PTO | live |
|---|---|
| Rear PTO Type | 540/720 |
Electrical
| Battery volts | 12 |
|---|---|
| Ground | negative |
Dimensions & Tires
| Optional tires (ag) | Front: 6.5-16. Rear: 9.5-24 |
|---|---|
| Standard tires (ag) | Front: 6.5-16. Rear: 11.2-24 |
| Front tread | 47.8 inches (121 cm) |
| Ground clearance | 11.4 inches (28 cm) |
| Height | 100.6 inches (255 cm) |
| Length | 130.4 inches (331 cm) |
| Rear tread | 37.8 to 57.5 inches (96 to 146 cm) |
| Weight | 3164 lbs (1435 kg) |
| Wheelbase | 70.1 inches (178 cm) |
| Width | 60 inches (152 cm) |
| Front tire | 6.5-16 |
| Rear tire | 11.2-24 |
| Weight | 3164 lbs (1435 kg) |
| Wheelbase | 70.1 inches (178 cm) |
Variants
| RD300 | 2WD |
|---|---|
| RD304 | 4WD |