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Ford 231

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The Ford 231 is an industrial tractor produced by Ford from 1975 to 1978. It features a 2.6L 3-cylinder engine available in diesel or gasoline versions, with gross engine power of 36.5 hp. The tractor offers 6-speed or 8-speed gear transmissions, two-wheel drive, and an open operator station with optional two-post ROPS. It has a rear type I hitch and a rear PTO with 540 rpm at 1800 engine RPM. The tractor's dimensions include a 75.8 inch wheelbase, 126.5 inch length, and 68.6 inch width at minimum tread setting. It weighs 3530 lbs and has various tire options for industrial use. Electrical system features a 12-volt alternator charging system with optional higher amperage. The Ford 231 is related to models 2110 and 531.
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Technical Specifications

Detailed specifications and technical data for Ford 231

Power

Engine (net):34.3 hp (25.6 kW)
Engine (gross):36.5 hp (27.2 kW)

Tires

Industrial rear:8.30x24, 18.4x16
Industrial front:6.00x16, 9.00x10, 9.50x10

Engine

Torque:101 lb-ft (137.0 Nm)
Idle RPM:600-2275
Rated RPM:2000
Torque RPM:1400
Bore/Stroke:4.2x3.8 inches (107 x 97 mm)
Compression:17.3:1
Power (net):34.3 hp (25.6 kW)
Displacement:158 ci (2.6 L)
Firing order:1-2-3
Oil capacity:7 qts (6.6 L)
Diesel engine:Ford diesel 3-cylinder liquid-cooled
Power (gross):36.5 hp (27.2 kW)
Starter volts:12
Engine options:Ford 2.6L 3-cyl diesel, Ford 2.6L 3-cyl gasoline
Gasoline engine:Ford gasoline 3-cylinder liquid-cooled
Gasoline torque:100.5 lb-ft (136.3 Nm)
Coolant capacity:11 qts (10.4 L)
Gasoline idle RPM:600-2285
Gasoline torque RPM:1350
Gasoline compression:7.75:1
Gasoline power (net):33 hp (24.6 kW)
Gasoline power (gross):35.3 hp (26.3 kW)
Intake valve clearance:0.015 inches (0.381 mm) Hot
Exhaust valve clearance:0.018 inches (0.457 mm) Hot

Height

Hood:47.4 inches (120 cm)
ROPS:80.7 inches (204 cm)
Exhaust:74.2 inches (188 cm)
Steering wheel:54.2 inches (137 cm)

Dimensions

Width:68.6 inches (174 cm) At minimum tread setting
Length:126.5 inches (321 cm)
Weight:3530 lbs (1601 kg)
Wheelbase:75.8 inches (192 cm)
Rear tread:56 to 75 inches (142 to 190 cm)
Front tread:54 to 78 inches (137 to 198 cm)
Clearance (rear axle):8.6 inches (21 cm)
Clearance (front axle):16 inches (40 cm)

Electrical

Ground:negative
Battery volts:12
Charging amps:32, 51 (Optional)
Charging volts:12
Gas Battery AH:77
Charging system:alternator
Diesel Battery AH:128

Mechanical

Drive:Two-wheel drive
Brakes:Mechanical wet disc brakes
Steering:manual, power (Optional)
Operator station:Open operator station. Two-post ROPS available.

Production

Type:Industrial tractor
Manufacturer:Ford
Years produced:1975 - 1978

Transmission

Type:gear
Gears (6-speed):6 forward and 2 reverse
Gears (8-speed):8 forward and 2 reverse
Clutch (6-speed):dry disc
Clutch (8-speed):dry disc
Transmission options:6-speed gear, 8-speed
Oil capacity (6-speed):12.2 qts (11.5 L)
Oil capacity (8-speed):12.7 qts (12.0 L)

Tractor hitch

Rear Type:I

Power Take-off (PTO)

Rear PTO:transmission
Engine RPM:540@1800
Rear PTO Type:540 (1.375)
Rear PTO (optional):live (Optional with 8-speed transmission)

Related Models

Ford 2110

Model:2110

Ford 531

Model:531