Contents
- Dimensions
- Weights
- Tire Sizes
- Engine Details
- Operational Specs
- Transmission
- Hydraulic System
- 3-Point Hitch (Optional)
- PTO (Power Take-Off)
- Service Refill Capacities
- John Deere 430 Filters
- Serial Numbers & PIN Location
- John Deere 430 Attachments
- Mower Decks for John Deere 430
- Snow Blowers for John Deere 430
- John Deere 44 Loader
- 54″ Front Blade
Dimensions
| Overall Length | 84 in (2134 mm) |
| Wheelbase | 52 in (1322 mm) |
| Overall Height | 48.5 in (1232 mm) |
| Overall Width (Max) | 51.5 in (1308 mm) |
| Overall Width (Min) | 45 in (1143 mm) |
| Front Tread | 36 in (914 mm) |
| Rear Tread (Narrow) | 32 in (818 mm) |
| Rear Tread (Wide) | 38.6 in (980 mm) |
| Turning Radius (Inside Rear Wheel) | 26 in (660 mm) |
| Turning Radius (Outside Front Wheel) | 86 in (2184 mm) |
Weights
| Operating Weight | 1219 lb (567 kg) |
| Shipping Weight | 1116 lb (533 kg) |
| Front Axle Load | 577 lb (262 kg) |
| Rear Axle Load | 589 lb (267 kg) |
| Quick-Tach Suitcase Weight, UC13263 (each) | 42 lb (20 kg) |
| Rear Cast Iron Wheel Weight, M11028 (each) | 48.6 lb (22 kg) |
| Rear Cast Iron Wheel Weight, AM104097 (each) | 77.4 lb (35 kg) |
Tire Sizes
| John Deere 430 | Tire Size | Pressure |
|---|---|---|
| Front Tire, Turf (Standard) | 18 x 8.50-8, 4 PR | 6-22 psi (41-152 kPa) |
| Rear Tire, Turf (Standard) | 26 x 12.00-12, 2 PR | 5-10 psi (34-69 kPa) |
| Front Tire, Ag (Optional) | 18 x 8.50-8 | 6-22 psi (41-152 kPa) |
| Rear Tire, Ag (Optional) | 26 x 12.00-12 | 5-10 psi (34-69 kPa) |
Engine Details
| Number of Cylinders | 3 |
| Engine Make | Yanmar |
| Engine Model | Yanmar 3TNA72UJ |
| Fuel Type | Diesel |
| Displacement | 53.6 cu in (0.879 L) |
| Bore | 2.84 in (72 mm) |
| Stroke | 2.84 in (72 mm) |
| Horsepower | 20 hp (15 kw) |
| Power Measured @ | 3200 rpm |
| Peak Torque | 36.8 lb ft (50 Nm) |
| Torque Measured @ | 2400 rpm |
| Slow Idle Speed | 1300 rpm |
| Fast Idle Speed | 3400 rpm |
| Compression Ratio | 21.6:1 |
| Air Cleaner | Dry filter with Primary and Secondary Elements |
| Lubrication System | Full pressure w/ filter |
| Fuel System | Indirect Injection |
| Aspiration | Naturally aspirated |
Operational Specs
| Operating Weight | 1219 lb (567 kg) |
| Operating Voltage | 12 V |
| Alternator | 35 amps (SN: -420468) / 40 amps (SN: 420469-) |
| Battery | 12 V, CCA 491, RC: 102 min, BCI Group 22F |
| Starter | 12 V, Solenoid |
| Operator Station | Open Operator Station |
| Operator Seat | 2 spring suspension high-back seat. Slide rail adjustment |
| Light System | Headlights, rear reflector / tail lights, dash indicator lights |
Transmission
| Type | Hydrostatic transmission, 2 ranges |
| Number of Gears | Infinite forward and reverse |
| Max Forward Speed, Low | 5.80 mph (9.35 km/h) |
| Max Forward Speed, High | 10 mph (16.09 km/h) |
| Max Reverse Speed, Low | 2.90 mph (4.66 km/h) |
| Max Reverse Speed, High | 4 mph (6.44 km/h) |
| Steering | Hydrostatic power steering |
| Drive | 2WD |
| Differential Lock | Standard |
| Service Brakes | Shoe and drum brakes on rear wheels |
| Parking Brake | Drum-hydrostatic control interlock |
| Return-to-Neutral Braking | Standard |
Hydraulic System
| Type | Three-spool hydraulic, one spool with float |
| Hydraulic Couplers | Two Sets |
| Charge Pump Flow | 3 gal/min (11 L/min) |
| Steering Valve Pressure (in Neutral Position) | 90 – 180 psi (620 – 1240 kPa) |
| Implement Relief Valve Pressure | 850 – 975 psi (5861 – 6722 kPa) |
3-Point Hitch (Optional)
| 3 Point Hitch Type | Category 0 |
| 3 Point Hitch Lift Capacity @ 24 in | 640 lb (290 kg) |
| Control | Directional control |
PTO (Power Take-Off)
| Front PTO (Standard) | Independent, pulley type |
| Front PTO Clutch | Electric clutch |
| Front PTO Speed | 3400 rpm |
| Rear PTO (Optional) | Independent |
| Rear PTO Clutch | Electric clutch |
| Rear PTO Speed | 2000 rpm |
| PTO Control | Electric switch on dashboard |
Service Refill Capacities
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 6.5 gal (24.6 L) |
| Engine Oil Capacity (w/o filter) | 0.8 gal (2.9 L) |
| Engine Oil Capacity (w/ filter) | 0.9 gal (3.4 L) |
| Cooling System Capacity | 1 gal (3.8 L) |
| Hydraulic / Transmission Oil Capacity (w/ filter) | 1.9 gal (7.1 L) |
John Deere 430 Filters
| Primary Air Filter Element | AM108242 |
| Secondary Air Filter Element | M94734 |
| Fuel Filter Assembly | AM100816 |
| Engine Oil Filter | AM101378 |
| Transaxle / Hydraulic Oil Filter | AM39653 |
| Transmission / Hydraulic Oil | Hy-Gard (J20C), or Low Viscosity Hy-Gard (J200) |
| Engine Oil | Turf-Gard, Torq-Gard Supreme, Torq-Gard Supreme Plus 50 |
Serial Numbers & PIN Location
Serial number plate below steering column of the John Deere 430 tractor.
| Year | Serial Number |
|---|---|
| 1984 | M00430X285001 |
| 1985 | M00430X315001 |
| 1986 | M00430X360001 |
| 1987 | M00430X420001 |
| 1988 | M00430X475001 |
| 1989 | M00430X595001 |
| 1990 | M00430X010001 |
| 1991 | M00430X100001 |
| 1992 | M00430X110001 |
John Deere 430 Attachments
The John Deere 430 lawn and garden tractor was engineered as a heavy-duty machine, and its performance is greatly enhanced by a wide range of compatible attachments. Among its mowing solutions, owners could choose the 50-inch mid-mount mower deck (JD 1012M) for versatile cutting or step up to the larger 60-inch deck (JD 0273M) for handling more acreage efficiently.
Mower Decks for John Deere 430
| Model | 50″ Mower Deck JD 1012M | 60″ Mower Deck JD 0273M |
|---|---|---|
| Mount Type | Mid-mount | Mid-mount |
| Overall Width | 68 in (1727 mm) | 72.5 in (1842 mm) |
| Cutting Width | 50 in (1270 mm) | 60 in (1524 mm) |
| Cutting Height | 1.5 to 6 in (38 to 152 mm) | 2 to 6 in (51 to 154 mm) |
| Lift Type | Hydraulic lift | Hydraulic lift |
| Blades | 3 | 3 |
| Mower Deck Weight | 226 lb (102 kg) | 302 lb (137 kg) |
For snow and winter work, the tractor supported both the 46-inch snow thrower (JD 0062M) and the 47-inch snow blower (JD 2752M), giving operators options for clearing light or heavy snow conditions.
Snow Blowers for John Deere 430
| Model | 46″ Snow Thrower JD 0062M | 47″ Snow Blower JD 2752M |
|---|---|---|
| Mount Type | Front-mount | Front-mount |
| Clearing Width | 46 in (1168 mm) | 47 in (1194 mm) |
| Clear Height | 12 in (305 mm) | 23 in (584 mm) |
| Lift Type | Hydraulic Lift | Hydraulic Lift |
| Stage | Dual-stage | Dual-stage |
| Weight | 200 lb (90 kg) | 400 lb (181 kg) |
John Deere 44 Loader
| A. Maximum Lift Height | 73 in (1854 mm) |
| B. Reach at Maximum Height (Bucket Dumped) | 22 in (558 mm) |
| C. Maximum Clearance (Bucket Dumped) | 53.5 in (1358 mm) |
| D. Reach with Bucket on Ground | 51.25 in (1302 mm) |
| E. Bucket Roll-Back Angle | 20° |
| F. Maximum Dump Angle (ASAE) | 50° |
| G. Digging Depth Below Ground Level (ASAE) | 4 in (100 mm) |
| H. Mast (Upright) Pivot Height | 42.5 in (1080 mm) |
| I. Front Hub Center Line to Bucket Pivot | 31.75 in (807 mm) |
| J. Mast (Upright) Pivot to Front Hub Center Line | 16.25 in (413 mm) |
| K. Tractor Wheelbase | 52 in (1320 mm) |
| Lift Capacity to Full Height at Pivot Pin | 500 lb (226 kg) |
| Breakout Force (Bucket cylinders) | 725 lbf (3.22 kN) |
| Loader Bucket Width (Standard) | 48 in (1220 mm) |
| Loader Bucket Capacity, Struck (Standard) | 0.21 yd3 (0.16 m3) |
| Loader Bucket Width (Optional) | 54 in (1372 mm) |
| Loader Bucket Capacity, Struck (Optional) | 0.24 yd3 (0.18 m3) |
| Front Loader Weight | 500 lb (226 kg) |
The lineup also included the rugged John Deere 44 loader, expanding the 430’s utility for material handling, while the 54-inch front blade provided an effective tool for grading, pushing, and light earthmoving.
54″ Front Blade
| Model | John Deere 0042M Hydraulic Blade |
| Mount Type | Front-mount |
| Clearing Width | 54 in (1372 mm) |
| Blade Height | 18 in (457 mm) |
| Lift Height | 12 in (305 mm) |
| Cut | 3.5 in (89 mm) |
| Lift Type | Hydraulic lift |
| Angle Type | Hydraulic angle |
| Angling | 30° each side |
| Blade Weight | 184 lb (83 kg) |
| Shoes | Two adjustable skid shoes |
Together, these attachments highlight the 430’s versatility, making it a capable year-round machine for mowing, snow removal, and loader work.
