Ferguson

Ferguson F-40

The Ferguson F-40 is a utility tractor produced from 1956 to 1957 by Ferguson in Detroit, Michigan, USA. It shares the same design as the Massey Harris 50 and was introduced during the dual line policy of Massey-Harris-Ferguson. The F-40 was available in utility, single or two-wheel row-crop, and high-clearance configurations. It features a Continental 2.2L 4-cylinder gasoline engine, a 6-speed unsynchronized gear transmission, and two-wheel drive with optional power steering. The tractor has a live rear PTO and an open operator station. It is capable of pulling 3 plows and has a drawbar power of about 31 hp (claimed).
Power36 hp[B]
Founded1956 - 1957
ModelF-40

Technical Specifications

Detailed specifications and technical data for Ferguson F-40

Power
Plows3
Belt (tested)32.80 hp (24.5 kW)
Belt (claimed)33 hp (24.6 kW)
Drawbar (tested)30.84 hp (23.0 kW)
Drawbar (claimed)31 hp (23.1 kW)
Engine
Typegasoline
ModelContinental Z-134
Coolingliquid-cooled
Idle RPM400-2200
Cylinders4-cylinder
Point gap0.022 inches (0.559 mm)
Rated RPM2000
Air cleaneroil bath
Bore/Stroke3.3125x3.875 inches (84 x 98 mm)
Displacement134 ci (2.2 L)
Oil capacity5 qts (4.7 L)
Sparkplug gap0.025 inches (0.635 mm)
Starter volts12
Coolant capacity10 qts (9.5 L)
Compression ratio6.6:1
Intake valve clearance0.015 inches (cold) (0.381 mm)
Exhaust valve clearance0.015 inches (cold) (0.381 mm)
Capacity
Fuel17 gal (64.3 L)
Steering1.6 qts (1.5 L)
Hydraulic system8 gal (30.3 L)
Variants
Similar modelMassey-Harris 50
Electrical
Battery AH50
Battery volts12
Charging amps10
Charging systemgenerator
Hydraulics
Typeopen center
Capacity8 gal (30.3 L)
Pressure1900 psi (131.0 bar)
Steering flow4 gpm (15.1 lpm)
Steering capacity1.6 qts (1.5 L)
Mechanical
DriveTwo-wheel drive
BrakesDifferential mechanical shoe brakes
Steeringmanual, power (Optional)
Operator stationOpen operator station
Production
TypeUtility tractor
NotesThe Ferguson F-40 is the same as the Massey Harris 50. The tractor was introduced during the dual line policy when the Massey-Harris-Ferguson company maintained separate Ferguson and Massey-Harris tractor lines. The F-40 was available as utility (S), single (T) or two-wheel (R) row-crop, and high-clearance (C) configurations.
Built inDetroit, Michigan, USA
Years produced1956 - 1957
Transmission
Typeunsynchronized gear
Gears6 forward and 2 reverse
NotesThree gears, plus reverse, in two ranges.
Clutchdry disc
Oil typeSAE 90 GL1 (above 50°F [10°C]), SAE 80 GL1 (below 50°F [10°C])
Oil capacity32 qts (30.3 L)
Tractor hitch
Rear TypeI
Serial Numbers
1956400001
1957405671
Final409097
Dimensions & Tires
Height56.8 inches (144 cm)
Length120 inches (304 cm)
Rear tire11-28
Wheelbase81.3 inches (206 cm)
Front tire6.00-16
Rear tread48 to 76 inches (121 to 193 cm)
Front tread48 to 80 inches (121 to 203 cm)
Ballasted weight5461 lbs (2477 kg)
Operating weight3419 lbs (1550 kg)
Clearance (front axle)20.3 inches (51 cm)
Power Take-off (PTO)
Rear PTOlive
Rear PTO Type540 (1.375)