Overview
The TAFE 30 is an Indian-built farm tractor featuring a 2.3L three-cylinder diesel engine that produces 31 hp and 81.13 lb-ft of torque at 1200 RPM. This model is equipped with a 6-speed sliding gear transmission providing six forward and two reverse gears, alongside drum brakes and a 3,439-pound operating weight. The vehicle configuration includes a Category II rear hitch with a 2,425-pound lift capacity and a 12.6-inch ground clearance.
Ideal Applications
Mechanical Power Delivery:
The S318.1 liquid-cooled vertical inline diesel engine delivers 31 hp and is coupled with a sliding gear transmission providing 6 forward and 2 reverse speeds.
Rear Hitch and Hydraulic Capacity:
The chassis features a Type II rear hitch rated for 2,425 lbs of lift capacity, supported by a 7.4-gallon hydraulic system with three valves.
Dimensions and Chassis Layout:
The tractor is built on a 72.05-inch wheelbase and measures 118.5 inches in length with a 12.6-inch ground clearance and a total weight of 3,439 lbs.
Production
| Description | Built in India |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | TAFE |
Engine
| Engine type | 2.3L 3-cyl diesel |
|---|---|
| Coolant capacity | 7.8 qts (7.4 L) |
| Description | S318.1 / diesel / 3-cylinder / liquid-cooled vertical inline |
| Displacement | 138.5 ci (2.3 L) |
| Oil capacity | 6.9 qts (6.5 L) |
| Power | 31 hp (23.1 kW) |
| Torque | 81.13 lb-ft (110.0 Nm) |
| Torque RPM | 1200 |
Transmission
| Gears | 6 forward and 2 reverse |
|---|---|
| Transmission | sliding gear |
| Transmission type | 6-speed |
Mechanical
| Brakes | drum |
|---|
Capacity
| Fuel | 12.42 gal (47.0 L) |
|---|---|
| Hydraulic system | 7.4 gal (28.0 L) |
Hydraulics
| Capacity | 7.4 gal (28.0 L) |
|---|---|
| Valves | 3 |
Hitch
| Rear lift | 2,425 lbs (1099 kg) |
|---|---|
| Rear Type | II |
Dimensions & Tires
| Ground clearance | 12.6 inches (32 cm) |
|---|---|
| Height | 86.61 inches (219 cm) |
| Length | 118.5 inches (300 cm) |
| Weight | 3,439 lbs (1559 kg) |
| Wheelbase | 72.05 inches (183 cm) |
| Width | 64.96 inches (164 cm) |
| Weight | 3,439 lbs (1559 kg) |
| Wheelbase | 72.05 inches (183 cm) |